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Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Himeji Castle

Come with us to discover Himeji during this day of private guided on foot and by public transport tour! We take the bullet train then start with a visit to Mount Shosha and Engyoji Temple. This 10th century temple offers us calm and serenity. This temple, reputed to be authentic, is prized by film

📍Meeting point: We meet at Himeji Station Central Entrance.

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What To Expect

1

Stop 1

3h

The castle is the first attraction of Himeji city but the Engyo-ji temple sits even further, perched in the mountain. We can enjoy the day before e to visit the castle to sink us into Mount Shosha and to visit this temple, a high place of History and which was also one of the shooting places of the famous movie "The Last Samurai". It’s beautiful! A short bus ride then cable car and we are there.

2

Stop 2

4h

Himeji Castle, aka the White Heron Castle for its color, is a Japanese fortified castle. It dates from medieval times and is one of only 12 Japanese castles to have been perfectly preserved. UNESCO has also designated this castle a World Heritage Site. It’s wonderful! And now it is open to our visits.

What’s Included

  • Guide Fees (their Transport, Lunch and Entrance Fees)
  • Guide

What’s NOT Included

  • Transport Fees : funicular, bus and train, around 5000 JPY/person
  • Entrance fees
  • Entrance fees

What to Bring

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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