From Tokyo: Nikko, Kegon Waterfall & Chuzenji Lake

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

11 hours

Mobile ticket

Discover the beauty of Nikko on this day trip from Tokyo! Explore the historic Shinkyo Bridge and admire the magnificent Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you select the option with admission, you'll enjoy a full visit inside the shrine and its richly decorated grounds. Otherwise, you'll have free time to explore the surrounding area at your own pace. Marvel at the stunning Kegon Falls, enjoy a delicious local lunch, and relax by the serene Lake Chuzenji. With transportation and a guide included, this tour offers the perfect mix of culture, history, and natural beauty. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience!

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

This phone +81 0120-587-697 will only be valid for domestic calls. For international calls outside Japan it will be +525555227749

There is an elevator in Kegon Waterfall that takes you closer to the water that is not included on the tour, however you can see the waterfall perfectly from the platform and you can take the elevator on your own during the free time

Please note: in the event of weather-related road closures, the Kegon Falls visit will be replaced with a panoramic vist of Rinnoji Temple

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Transportation from the meeting point

Entrance to Toshogu Temple (if option selected)

Bilingual guide in Spanish and English

Lunch

What To Expect

Your tour begins early with a comfortable, air-conditioned bus ride from Ginza. Along the way, you’ll enjoy scenic views as you travel towards the mountainous region of Nikko, known for its rich history and breathtaking natural landscapes.

2 hours 30 minutes•Admission Not Applicable

Upon arrival in Nikko, we enjoyed a panoramic view of the iconic Shinkyo Bridge from the bus. Painted in bright red, this sacred bridge gracefully spans the Daiya River and is one of the most photographed landmarks in the area.

•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Tour without Toshogu Ticket

Toshogu Ticket not included

Tour with Toshogu Ticket

Toshogu Ticket included

Reviews

4.89

555 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

516

Flan was great! We saw...
Kunal K,
Jun 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Flan was great! We saw all the main spots and got back on time. No waiting in lines either, and he also explained the history behind each place.
Beautiful day in Nikko
Royce S,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great historical site which shed light on the culture of modern day Japan. Wake and George did a magnificent job educating the group and sharing valuable insights into Japanese history.
A Wonderful day
Kurt D,
Jun 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Fantastic day out learning about shoguns and the history of the temples in nikko seeing the detail and history of them was awsome and loved the waterfall and the lake all in all a great day out. Massive credit to our guide beru he was good fun and was a wealth of knowledge and information and was very happy to chat and tell you all about what he knows of Japan.
Fran H. Good guide and very complete excursion.
Maria R,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The tour was great. We went on a minibus. The tour is very complete and at each stop gives enough time to see everything. Our guide Fran H. was very nice and explained everything at length, resolving doubts and giving us recommendations for tokyo and food. We ate at the waterfalls very good food for very good price. We were very happy. Recommended 100%
Awesome day trip!!!
Cass J,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A bit late but Tomas and C were amazing tour guides. Loved the day trip. They explained everything about Nikko and made the trip exciting .