From Tokyo: Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Kegon Waterfall Tour
Overview
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11 hours
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Tochigi Nikko is a charming town in Japan’s Tochigi Prefecture with plenty of attractions where you
can experience authentic Japanese culture.
By join this day tour you will have a deep
understanding about the city of Nikko, together with the history of Nikko Toshogu, the only
UNESCO world heritage in Kanto area. Then, admire the magnificent Kegon Falls which was formed
when the Daiya River was rerouted by lava flows.
Afterward, to make it flexible and
free, you can choose between the Chuzenji Lake. In Chuzenji Lake, gaze at the pristine waters and enjoy a stunning view of Mount Nantai.
The Shinkyo Bridge, also known as "Yamasuge's Snake Bridge", spans the entrance and is one of the cultural properties that constitute the World Heritage site. It is also designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Air-conditioned vehicle
souvenir from Nikko
Nikko Toshogu entrance fee
Lunch
Shinkyo Bridge entrance
What To Expect
Nikko Tosho-gu
At the UNESCO World Heritage Site Nikko Tosho-gu, among the many beautiful carvings you will find the famous Three Wise Monkeys, the Sleeping Cat and the Imagined Elephants
Irohazaka Route
A scenic highway connects the city of Nikkō with the Oku-Nikkō area. It is divided into two one-way roads, Iroha-zaka No. 1 and No. 2, which traverse the 440-meter difference in elevation between the Umagaeshi area at the bottom and Lake Chūzenji at the top through a series of switchbacks. “Iroha” is the name of a poem that uses each of the 48 characters of the Japanese syllabary exactly once. The poem appears, one character at a time, on signs at each bend in the road. The first 20 characters appear on the ascending route (No. 2), while the descent (No. 1) starts from the 21st character and finishes the poem.
Options
From Shinjuku
Starting point:
SMBC Bank Shinjuku Nishiguchi, 1-chōme-7-1 Nishishinjuku, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0023, Japan
From Tokyo Yaesu
Starting point:
Bus Terminal Tokyo Yaesu, Japan, 104-0028 Tokyo, Chuo City, Yaesu, 2-chōme2１ 地下１階･地下２階 東京ミッドタウン八重洲内
Reviews
39 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unprofessional tours
988gopik,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Unprofessional tour management. Changing timings and itinerary without prior notice. Assigned a guide who was unable to communicate the itinerary to the team memebers.
Best of Nikko in a Day!
Lawrence H,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful highlights of Nikko and surroundings in one full day. Thanks Jackson and Endo-san (Driver) for an informative and full day.
Very smooth and pleasant....
Elizabeth T,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very smooth and pleasant. AmyWei was great tour guide patience and also panctual. Gave a lot of information
One of a kind tour
Steven F,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The host and driver were amazing. Patient with all of us and communicated well. He even gave us a little gift at the end of our tour. Really nice.
Perfect one day trip to Nikko
LaszloAndras L,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guide was very friendly and ready to help. The driver was professional and the bus was comfortable. The lunch was tasty (be prepared to have cash). The shrine is amazing. Also could have had a brief stop at the bridge. The Lake is very lovely. Altogether we enjoyed a very nice day in Nikko. I would definitely recommend this tour!
Trip to nikko shrine
M3098JGandrewd,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Enjoyed the visits overall of the shrine, waterfall and lake. Scenery on the journey was interesting and the coach very comfortable. Not bad value at all. Trip would have benefited from the guide giving more information be it specific or general on Japan.
Just the right mini trip
Yuko S,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was heartening to see that they also paid attention to Japanese and dealt with important areas. The time allocation was just right. Souvenirs are also nice. Irohazaka was also saved by driving as little motion sickness as possible. The advice on recommended foods was also helpful. Thank you 😊
Nice to see. Let's...
Yvespascal M,
Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice to see. It's like a movie. Bring Yen in cash. Lack of time to better explore.
Overall, the tour to...
Jon S,
Sep 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Overall, the tour to Nikko was enjoyable with a few notable highlights and some minor letdowns. The tour bus itself was a great start — brand new, extremely comfortable, and equipped with WiFi, which made the journey smooth and relaxing. The visit to the temple was definitely the highlight of the day. The architecture and atmosphere were breathtaking, and it’s absolutely worth seeing in person. However, I was slightly disappointed that the tour wasn’t fully guided. While a few key points were explained to us, we were mostly left to explore on our own for about an hour. Some more in-depth commentary throughout would have added value. Unfortunately, the weather didn’t cooperate during the waterfall and gondola portion of the tour. Heavy rain obscured the views, so there’s not much to say on that front — just bad luck, really. Lastly, the hot spring experience wasn’t quite what I had expected. Instead of outdoor natural hot springs, it was an indoor onsen with spring water pumped in. It was still relaxing, but not the authentic outdoor setting I was hoping for. In summary, it was a comfortable and well-organized tour with some memorable moments, but a few elements could have been improved or better clarified in the description. I’d give this 3.5 if I could but rounded up since the staff was nice and the bus was very comfortable.
Nikko
Vladimir I,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a really nice day trip from Tokyo. It was well organized. The guide was great, informative and funny.
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