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    Himeji Castle and Akashi Kaikyo Bridge Walking Tour from Osaka

    4.5(24 reviews)
    By JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.Product code 2142OSA_K611
    Himeji Castle in spring ©Himeji City
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    Top floor of the Himeji Castle ©Himeji CityMaiko Marine Promenade ©KOBE TOURISM BUREAUHotel Granvia Osaka MapHotel Granvia Osaka 1F in front of elevatorHotel Granvia Osaka 1F in front of elevator

    Duration

    8 hours 50 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

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    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

    Other

    National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee

    Food and drink

    Lunch

    Other

    Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour

    Not included

    Other

    Fees other than those listed in Includes

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    Please meet at Hotel Granvia Osaka 1F in front of elevator by 8:40am, not the 19th floor with front desk. Your English-speaking guide will be waiting for you, holding a sign with the 'Sunrise Tours' logo.

    End point

    Tour ends around 5:30pm upon arrival at Osaka Station. Please head to your next destination on your own from Osaka Station.

    Pickup details

    If you have arrived at the pickup location but have trouble finding the meeting point, you can call the local operator JTB Sunrise Tours on +81 3 5796 5454 (Operated between 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Japan time) for assistance.

    Itinerary

    Standard8 hours 50 minutes
    1

    Pass by stop 1

    Travel by train and bullet train "Shinkansen" using non-reserved seat from Osaka Station to Himeji Station. Travel time is 35 minutes. Meet with other customers from other departure locations and walk to Himeji Castle.

    2

    Stop 2

    2 hoursAdmission included

    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.

    3

    Stop 3

    1 hour 15 minutesAdmission included

    Enjoy an original buffet lunch featuring a menu that changes with the season.

    4

    Stop 4

    45 minutesAdmission included

    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.

    5

    Pass by stop 5

    Travel by local train using non-reserved seat from Maiko station to Osaka station. Travel time is 50 minutes.

    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

    Tour's total duration is 8 hours 50 minutes, although the total duration listed in the itinerary is 5 hours 25 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

    Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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