Nikko Toshogu Shrine is magnificently decorated with gold and exquisite carvings, filled with a rich sense of history. It is a World Cultural Heritage site dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu.
Irohazaka Winding Road features a series of continuous curves, and its colorful autumn foliage makes it one of Japan’s most beautiful mountain driving routes.
Lake Chuzenji offers captivating scenery throughout the four seasons, with azaleas in spring and autumn leaves in fall, making it a paradise for photography lovers.
Kegon Falls is magnificent and powerful, surrounded by autumn foliage in fall. It is one of Japan’s three most famous waterfalls and offers picturesque scenery.
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Classic Nikko September to December
The Experience
Nikko Hidden Mountain & Water Escape｜A Healing Journey Through History and Nature
Depart from Tokyo, escape the hustle and bustle of the city, and enter a World Heritage destination hidden among the mountains and forests of Tochigi. The first stop is the magnificent Nikko Toshogu Shrine. Not only is Tokugawa Ieyasu enshrined here, but the shrine is also filled with countless exquisite carvings and colorful decorative details: from the symbolic「Sleeping Cat and Sparrows」representing peace to the thought-provoking「Three Wise Monkeys」, every step reveals a story and every corner offers something fascinating. Outside the window, Irohazaka Winding Road quietly reveals its charm——48 curves wind through the mountains like a dragon or serpent, while the forest scenery changes beautifully through the four seasons. In autumn especially, layers of colorful foliage create a breathtaking sight🍁. Lake Chuzenji itself looks like a natural oil painting——azaleas in spring, lush greenery in summer, autumn leaves in fall, and snowy scenery in winter. No matter when you visit, the scenery never disappoints📸. In winter, although the trees along Lake Chuzenji have already shed their leaves, their bare branches reflected on the lake create a beauty of their own. You can stroll along the lakeside, admire the peaceful water and distant mountains, and if you are lucky, you may even see morning mist drifting across the lake. Finally, arrive at the spectacular Kegon Falls, where water plunges down a nearly 100-meter cliff. Surrounded by drifting mist, it is one of nature’s purest performances. In autumn, with colorful leaves surrounding the waterfall, the scenery feels almost dreamlike. In winter, the trees around the waterfall take on their winter appearance, while the cascading water may create beautiful icicles in the cold air. The contrast between frozen formations and rushing water creates an especially magnificent sight. This is more than just a journey—it is an immersive aesthetic experience for all five senses. If you want to experience history, culture, nature, and unforgettable moments all in one day——Nikko is the perfect choice.🌿✨
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Mandarin Chinese
- English
- Japanese
Itinerary
- 08:00JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi North Exit 8:00
- 08:30Shinjuku MODE Gakuen 8:30
- 10:40Toshogu Shrine
- 14:00Irohazaka Winding Road（viewed from the vehicle）
- 15:00Lake Chuzenji
- 15:40Kegon Falls
Price Details
How to Use
- Please present passport or ID on-site.
Purchase Notice
0 - 17-year-old children must be accompanied by a paying adult Children aged 3 and above are charged the same price as adults 0 - 2-year-old children can join this activity free of charge, but will not be provided with a separate seat Seniors aged 70 and above must present a doctor’s permission certificate before participating in the activity
Important Booking Information
【This tour allows free luggage. Please inform us of the number of luggage items in advance when booking.】 (1) Once the order is confirmed, the date cannot be changed arbitrarily. Any resulting loss shall be borne by the customer. (2) Please provide complete information when booking（name+number of participants+phone number+WeChat ID+boarding location）to avoid errors that may affect the itinerary. (3) During the tour, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. Any loss, theft, or damage shall be borne by yourself. (4) Elderly travelers, guests with high blood pressure, heart disease, or other cardiovascular conditions, and pregnant women are advised to participate with accompanying family members. (5) This tour does not accept bookings from guests under the age of 18 traveling alone. If booking is required, a guardian must join the tour together. (6) This tour is a fixed shared-ride itinerary. Guests joining this tour must follow the stay time at each attraction and comply with the arrangements of the driver-guide. (7) No refund will be provided if you fail to participate in or discontinue the tour due to personal reasons, lateness, or other such circumstances. Please take note. (8) If you leave the group on your own during the tour, the transaction will be considered invalid and no refund will be provided. If this results in personal injury or property loss, you shall bear the consequences yourself. (9) Arrival times at each stop may change depending on traffic conditions, weather, holidays, and crowd levels on the day. If the itinerary is delayed or canceled due to the above or other force majeure factors, your understanding is appreciated, and refunds may not be requested on this basis. (10) Please wear light and comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for travel. (11) Please comply with local Japanese laws and regulations. Do not carry any items prohibited by Japanese law, so as to avoid violating the law and affecting your own rights and interests. (12) During free time, please pay attention to your personal safety and belongings. If any accident or loss occurs due to failure to follow advice, you shall bear the consequences yourself.
If you wish to have a more flexible itinerary, please refer to our private charter tour service.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 4 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 2 ~ 3 day(s) of departure, will charge 50%
- Cancel during 0 ~ 1 day(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)
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