Half-day Himeji Castle Town Bike Tour with Lunch | 5 hours 30 minutes

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Half-day Himeji Castle Town Bike Tour with Lunch
2 Adults x $90.87
$181.74
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$181.74

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • 5.5 hours with a local guide
  • Entrance fee for Himeji Castle & Kokoen garden
  • Photos
  • Rental Bike
  • Lunch at a Japanese local restaurant
  • A cup of tee at a garden
  • Extra drinks and food

Overview

After meeting at Himeji Station, we will collect our bicycles and proceed to the shopping street in the castle town. There, we will visit a Japanese sweets shop with a history spanning over 300 years and sample "Tamatsubaki," a refined Japanese confection that was once presented to feudal lords within the castle. We will then explore the magnificent Himeji Castle, also referred to as Shirasagi-jo, meaning "White Egret Castle." After ascending to the summit of Himeji Castle, we will cycle through the historic castle town and savor a Japanese lunch at a restaurant located in the castle town. We'll then proceed to a shrine that offers picturesque spot for capturing beautiful photographs of Himeji Castle. Relax and enjoy a cup of tea in Kokoen, a beautiful Daimyo garden. After exploring the shrine, we will cycle once more around Himeji Castle, heading to the picturesque Kokoen Garden. Following a leisurely cup of tea at a café within the garden, we will make our way back to the station.

Meeting points

7-Eleven Heart-In
188-1 Ekimaechō, Himeji, Hyogo 670-0927, Japan

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In front of Seven Eleven at North Exit of JR Himeji station In front of Seven Eleven at North Exit of JR Himeji Station. (There is another Seven Eleven, so please be careful.) A guide will be holding an orange sign saying "MagicalTrip tour"

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • 84 Nishinikaimachi

    Japanese Sweets We will visit a Japanese sweets shop with a history spanning over 300 years and sample "Tamatsubaki" “Tamatsubaki,” an elegant Japanese confectionery once offered to the lords of the castle.

    15 minutes

  • Himeji Castle

    Explore inside the Castle and learn the history of the castle and the people who used to live there. we will explore the magnificent Himeji Castle, also referred to as Shirasagi-jo, meaning "White Egret Castle." During our visit to Himeji Castle, our local guide will elucidate why the castle is deemed impregnable and renowned for its beauty, providing insights into its architecture, exhibits, and historical significance. Built in the early Edo period, the castle's main buildings, including the castle tower and turrets, are still standing and are designated as national treasures and important cultural properties. In addition, the inner part of the central moat, including the main fortification, is designated as a national special historic site as “Himeji Castle Site. The castle is also on UNESCO's World Heritage List and has been selected as one of the 100 best castles in Japan.

    2 hours

  • 73 Ōnomachi

    Lunch We will cycle through the historic castle town. We will savor a Japanese lunch at a restaurant located in the castle town. Following lunch, we will proceed to a shrine that offers a picturesque spot for capturing beautiful photographs of Himeji Castle.

    1 hour

  • Otokoyama Hachimangu Shrine

    See the back of Himeji Castle from the hidden lookout. Following lunch, we will proceed to a shrine that offers a picturesque spot for capturing beautiful photographs of Himeji Castle.

    45 minutes

  • Koko-en

    Experience an authentic tea ceremony while exploring a Japanese garden. Relax and enjoy a cup of tea in Kokoen, a beautiful Daimyo garden. The name “Kokoen” is derived from “Koko-do,” a domain school that existed near the entrance to the present garden during the Edo period.

    45 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
  • Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
  • There are many stairs inside the castle, so please check if you have companions who are concerned about navigating stairs without an elevator beforehand.
  • You must remove your shoes upon entering. Please wear shoes that are easy to walk in and remove.
  • Individuals aged 12 and above can join this cycling tour.
  • If you're a vegetarian, please note that the lunch options and quantities are limited. (However, we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.) Please contact us before the tour date.
  • If you have specific dietary restrictions, especially if you're vegan, we may not be able to provide the lunch option for you.
  • Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate gluten-free requests for this tour.
  • You are not required to cover the cost of the guide's food and drinks.
  • Please bring cash if you wish to purchase additional snacks and beverages.
  • Out of consideration for our other guests and to ensure the best experience for everyone, the tour must start on time.
  • Please be aware that if you arrive more than 15 minutes late for the meeting time (10 minutes before the tour start time), you will not be permitted to join the tour, receive a refund, or reschedule.
  • Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.

Free Cancellation

April 26100% refund
April 27No refund

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Excellent Himeji Bike Tour

Published on Dec, 2024

Our Himeji bike tour was excellent! It was a perfect combination of history, activity, and food. Riding bikes around Himeji was a fun way to experience the city. The castle was very impressive and definitely worth seeing on a Japan trip. Our guide Chie made the experience great! She was very passionate about history and we had fun conversations along the way.

Himeji castle bike tour

Published on Dec, 2024

A unique way to experience Himeji castle and take in some local cultural experiences. John guided me with exceptional knowledge of the castle and town. Highly recommended!

Excellent day in Himeji

Published on Nov, 2024

We had a wonderful day in Himeji with a very leisurely bike ride and a fantastic guide, Meri. She made sure we understood what we were seeing and also took great care with some dietary requirements when we were eating. The food throughout was absolutely delicious and we felt that we got to see more of the town, castle and gardens than we would have done if we were on our own. Overall we thought the trip was excellent value and was a real highlight of our trip to Japan. Thank you for making the day so special Meri!

Fantastic tour with Take

Published on Nov, 2024

Take organized a wonderful tour of Himeji! He was super knowledgeable about Japanese history, and the story of the castle, gardens, and the city / area as a whole, and brought great energy and excitement. We had an awesome time!

Awesome day in Himeji

Published on Nov, 2024

We had a perfect day in Himeji with our guide John -- his castle tour was thorough and fun, our lunch was fantastic. Such a great tour, especially with John!!

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