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 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 makers for its medieval Japanese atmosphere. It is even here that the film “The Last Samurai” was shot. The opportunity for us to visit it!
We then go to the beautiful castle of Himeji. Here, one of the 12 original castles of Japan still intact. Himeji Castle is a symbol of Japan’s feudal past, and we have the opportunity to discover its wooden keep as it was in 1618. Your guide will share fascinating anecdotes about the history of the castle and the ancient political landscape of Japan.
After this day, you will learn more about the history of Japan, while having a good breath of fresh air in nature. Are you coming? We are waiting for you!
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Himeji: Fees not Included
What's included in Full-Day Private Guided Tour to Himeji Castle
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Engyo-ji Temple Maniden
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.
Himeji Castle
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.
Inclusions
- Guide Fees (their Transport, Lunch and Entrance Fees)
- Guide
- Transport Fees : funicular, bus and train, around 5000 JPY/person
- Engyoji Temple
- Himeji Castle
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Inside the local JR station, past the gantry and before the stairs to platforms 7-8
