Himeji Castle and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge Walking Tour from Kyoto
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Duration
9 hours 30 minutes
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
This tour allows you to enjoy both World Heritage Himeji Castle and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. Fondly called the "White Heron Castle", Himeji Castle takes pride in its rich history of 400 years. Experience the beauty of Japanese architecture and the ingenuity from the age of samurai. For lunch, savor a buffet prepared with local ingredients. Afterwards, visit Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, one of the world's longest suspension bridges. From the Maiko Marine Promenade, take in the stunning scale of the bridge from up close, and behold the impressive sight of cars and boats passing by. Look forward to a satisfying tour brimming with history, modern architecture, the scenery of the sea, and gourmet cuisine.
What's Included
Included
Buffet lunch
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
Not included
Fees other than those listed in Includes
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Please meet at Sunrise Tours Desk in Kyoto Avanti B1 Floor by 8:30 am, across from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit. An assistant will guide you until boarding the Shinkansen.
End point
Tour ends around 6:00 pm upon arrival at Kyoto Station. Please head to your next destination on your own from Kyoto Station.
Pickup details
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
Travel by bullet train "Shinkansen" using non-reserved seat from Kyoto Station to Himeji Station. Travel time is 45 minutes. Meet with your guide and other customers from Osaka departure either on board the Shinkansen or on the platform at Himeji Station, then walk to Himeji Castle.
Stop 2
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 2
Also known as Shirasagi Castle [White Heron Castle], Himeji Castle is famous for its beautiful white exterior which was recently renovated. Enjoy a stroll around the grounds as you learn about the castle and its history from a knowledgeable guide.
Stop 3
1 hour 15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
Enjoy an original buffet lunch featuring a menu that changes with the season.
Stop 4
45 minutesAdmission included
Stop 4
The tour will visit an observation facility on Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, one of the world's longest suspension bridges. Take this special opportunity to feel the bridge's grand scale and technological marvel right on your skin. See the Akashi Strait through the glass floor.
Pass by stop 5
Pass by stop 5
Travel by local train using non-reserved seat from Maiko station to Kyoto station. Travel time is 90 minutes. Guide service ends at Osaka Station partway. Instructions on how to return to Kyoto Station will be provided.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations.
Other
As shoes must be removed to walk inside Himeji Castle, wearing socks is recommended.
Other
This tour uses non-reserved seats on public transportation. Please note that seating is not guaranteed.
Other
Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.
Other
The lunch meal is served buffet style. All meal requests including vegetarian meals and allergy-friendly meals are not accepted.
Other
At Himeji Castle, there are no facilities such as elevators due to the structure, and there are a series of slopes, stairs, and steps. Please note that wheelchairs or strollers cannot be used to tour around inside buildings.
Other
Sightseeing will be conducted on foot. Total walking distance on this tour is about 4.0 km [2.5 miles], so please wear shoes and clothing which are easy to walk in.
Other
There will be an accompanying guide from arrival at Himeji Station until Osaka Station partway. An assistant will help you board the Shinkansen at Kyoto Station.
Other
Tour's total duration is 9 hours 30 minutes, although the total duration listed in the itinerary is 6 hours 15 minutes. The remaining hours are allotted for travel time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
4.5
24 reviews
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