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World Heritage Himeji Castle & Akashi Kaikyo Bridge Walking Tour

World Heritage Himeji Castle & Akashi Kaikyo Bridge Walking Tour

$265.00Price
This tour, led by a licensed English-speaking guide, visits the iconic World Heritage Site Himeji Castle with a relaxed 2-hour exploration. Enjoy a lunch buffet featuring local ingredients and live kitchen displays, then visit the Maiko Marine Promenade inside the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge.
 
Schedule
10:10 Depart from JR Himeji Station
*Please be at the meeting location at least 10 minutes before departure.
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Himeji Castle
Also called White Heron Castle, Himeji Castle is known for its elegant white exterior. Explore the grounds while learning its history from a knowledgeable guide.
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Lunch at Hotel Nikko Himeji
Enjoy an original buffet featuring a menu that changes with the season.
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Take a train from Himeji Station to Maiko Station.
*A transfer may be required at a station partway.Maiko Marine Promenad
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Maiko Marine Promenad
Visit an observation deck on the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, one of the world’s longest suspension bridges. Experience its scale and view the Akashi Strait through a glass floor.
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Take a train from Maiko Station to Himeji Station.
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17:05 Arrive at Himeji Station
Tour Ends
 
**Departures are also available from Osaka and Kyoto. Please contact us for pricing and other detail**

  • Price(JPY)

    JPY23,500 in 2025

    JPY25,500 in 2026

    *Payment will be settled in Canadian dollars at the exchange rate on the payment date.

  • Departure Dates

    Until June 30, 2026

  • Cancel Policy

    10 - 8 days prior to the departure date of

    the tour

    		 20%

    7 - 2 days prior to the departure date of

    the tour

    		 30%

    the day immediately before the departure date of

    the tour

    		 40%

    before the departure time on the departure date of

    the tour

    		 50%

    after the departure time or no cancellation

    notice is received

    		 100%

     

     

  • Inclusions

    National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee, Lunch, Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour

  • Important Notes; Regarding Children/Infants

    - Strollers cannot be used inside Himeji Castle.

  • Remarks

    - If the minimum number of participants (2) is not met by 4 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date may be canceled.

    - The last reception day (reservation deadline) is 4 days prior to the tour at 09:00.

    - 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 cannot be used to tour around inside buildings. 

    - This tour uses non-reserved seats on both public transportation and Shinkansen. Please note that seating is not guaranteed.

    - The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations.

    - The tour ends upon arrival at Kyoto Station, and there is no drop-off service to hotels.

    - Sightseeing will be conducted on foot.

    - Total walking distance on this tour is about 4 km, so please wear shoes and clothing which are easy to walk in.

    - As shoes must be removed to walk inside Himeji Castle, wearing socks is recommended.

    - An assistant will help customers board the Shinkansen at Kyoto Station.

    - There will be an accompanying guide from arrival at Himeji Station until Osaka Station partway.

     

  • Language Support

    Guide Language Support: English - The tour is accompanied by a National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter.

    *Drivers do not work as guides.

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