Himeji Castle Easy Bike Tour: Samurai History, Garden & Matcha
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Himeji
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
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Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience the ultimate Himeji Castle adventure! While most tourists only see the surface of this World Heritage site, your local guide will bring its rich samurai history to life.
1. Easy & Leisurely Bike Ride : Walking the massive castle grounds is exhausting. Our easy bike ride makes exploring completely effortless and stress-free! We will cruise at a relaxed pace to a hidden local shrine for uncrowded, picture-perfect castle photos. 2. Deep Samurai History : Climb to the top of the majestic "White Heron Castle" while uncovering the brilliant secrets of its unassailable defensive architecture. 3. Sweets & Matcha Experience : Taste a 300-year-old traditional sweet once loved by feudal lor...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Japanese traditional sweet
A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
Tour Photos
Rental Bike
A cup of tee at a garden
Extra drinks and food
Entrance fee for Himeji Castle & Koko-en garden
Meeting Points
Departure
7-Eleven Heart-In
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"
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Himeji Castle Easy Bike Tour: Samurai History, Garden & Matcha
(99) Reviews
Himeji
About
Experience the ultimate Himeji Castle adventure! While most tourists only see the surface of this World Heritage site, your local guide will bring its rich samurai history to life.
1. Easy & Leisurely Bike Ride : Walking the massive castle grounds is exhausting. Our easy bike ride makes exploring completely effortless and stress-free! We will cruise at a relaxed pace to a hidden local shrine for uncrowded, picture-perfect castle photos. 2. Deep Samurai History : Climb to the top of the majestic "White Heron Castle" while uncovering the brilliant secrets of its unassailable defensive architecture. 3. Sweets & Matcha Experience : Taste a 300-year-old traditional sweet once loved by feudal lor...
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Japanese traditional sweet
A Certified guide by MagicalTrip
Tour Photos
Rental Bike
A cup of tee at a garden
Extra drinks and food
Entrance fee for Himeji Castle & Koko-en garden
Meeting Points
Departure
7-Eleven Heart-In
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"
Return
Itinerary
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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
2
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
3
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.
20 minutes
4
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.
20 minutes
5
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.
