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Half-day Himeji Castle Town Bike Tour with Lunch

By MagicalTrip Inc.
10 out of 10
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Free cancellation available
Price is ฿2,824 per adult
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  • 5h 30m
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Overview

Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity.

Meet at Himeji Station and begin a cycling journey through the historic castle town. Visit a Japanese sweets shop with over 300 years of history and taste “Tamatsubaki,” a refined confection once presented to feudal lords. Explore the magnificent Himeji Castle, also known as Shirasagi-jo (White Egret Castle), and enjoy views from the top. Cycle through the town for a Japanese lunch, then stop at a scenic shrine perfect for photos of the castle. Relax with tea in the beautiful Kokoen Daimyo Garden before cycling back to the station.

Activity location
  • 84 Nishinikaimachi
    • 84 Nishinikaimachi
    • 670-0901, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • 7-Eleven Heart-In
    • 188-1 Ekimaechō
    • 670-0927, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan

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Half-day Himeji Castle Town Bike Tour with Lunch
  • Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes5h 30m
    5h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30
Price details
฿2,823.64 x 1 Adult฿2,823.64
Total
Price is ฿2,823.64
Until Sun, 8 Mar
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fee for Himeji Castle & Kokoen garden
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Photos
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Rental Bike
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch at a Japanese local restaurant
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A cup of tee at a garden
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Extra drinks and food

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers 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 lift 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 by the day 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 drinks.
  • 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 late, you will not be permitted to join the tour, receive a refund, or reschedule. Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour start time.
  • 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.
  • Guests may be refused participation in this tour if they have consumed alcohol beforehand, in accordance with the law.
  • Please note that we cannot guarantee allergy-free meals or accommodate dietary restrictions, as the food is prepared in kitchens not operated by MagicalTrip. Additionally, some stops may not allow substitutions; however, we will make every effort to offer alternatives at other locations throughout the tour.

Activity itinerary

84 Nishinikaimachi
  • 15m
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.
Himeji Castle
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
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.
73 Ōnomachi
  • 1h
Lunch We will cycle through the historic castle town. We will savour 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.
Otokoyama Hachimangu Shrine
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
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.
Koko-en
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
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.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    84 Nishinikaimachi
    • 84 Nishinikaimachi
    • 670-0901, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    7-Eleven Heart-In
    • 188-1 Ekimaechō
    • 670-0927, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan

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