Best Walking Tours in Nikko 2025

Nikko , Tochigi Prefecture

From $ 153.13

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Nikko! There are many reasons why Nikko is a must-see stop during your stay in Japan. Your private guide will help you efficiently enjoy a full-day tour of this historic, beautiful town. Your guide will start your day with a morning pickup at Nikko Station (Tobu or JR). Nikko is one of Japan’s most stunning nature reserves, situated on the incredibly scenic―and hard to reach on your own―Romantic Road. Let us know what special requests you have for the day and we will customize your itinerary in advance! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: If you are planning to travel from Tokyo to Nikko, please note that the travel time is over two hours.

Nikko , Tochigi Prefecture

From $ 90.49

Step into the heart of Japan’s spiritual and political legacy on your Nikkō Morning History Tour. In just a few hours, you'll explore two of Nikkō’s most iconic and contrasting sites: the richly adorned Tōshō-gū Shrine, resting place of shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, and the serene, ancient Futarasan Shrine, a center of mountain worship for over 1,200 years. With a knowledgeable English-speaking guide, you'll uncover the hidden meanings behind intricate carvings, sacred legends, and centuries-old rituals. This small-group tour offers not just sightseeing, but storytelling — bringing to life the powerful history and spiritual depth that make Nikkō a UNESCO World Heritage gem.

Nikko , Tochigi Prefecture

From $ 208.82

Embark on an enriching journey to Nikko Toshogu Shrine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Japan's most lavishly decorated shrines. This tour promises to immerse you in the rich history and cultural significance of the Edo period, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of Japan's architectural and artistic heritage. Nikko Toshogu Shrine is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate, which ruled Japan for over 250 years. Established in 1617, the shrine complex is a testament to the shogunate's power and the reverence held for Ieyasu. The shrine is renowned for its elaborate design, blending Shinto and Buddhist elements, reflecting the syncretism of the period.

Nikko , Tochigi Prefecture

From $ 267.98

This private and customizable tour for Nikko is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

Nikko , Tochigi Prefecture

From $ 90.49

Embark on a captivating 5km journey through Nikko, a UNESCO World Heritage site and sacred hub of Japanese mountain worship, where you'll explore majestic shrines and temples with a licensed English-speaking guide, marvel at intricate Edo-period carvings and grand structures of Nikko Toshogu Shrine, discover the hidden gem of Kanmangafuchi Abyss with its mysterious Jizo statues, choose from four lunch options (Standard Japanese-style menu, Vegetarian, Indian Thali, or No Lunch), quench your thirst with Japan's finest spring water, and experience the perfect blend of tradition and modernity through carefully preserved streetscapes, all while enjoying detailed audio explanations in this intimate small-group adventure through Japan's spiritual and historical heart.

Nikko , Tochigi Prefecture

From $ 167.75

This private and customizable tour for Nikko is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

Nikko , Tochigi Prefecture

From $ 229.70

Escape from busy Tokyo! You will get to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nikko. Nikko is the entrance to Nikko National Park, the historic Toshogu Shrine and the mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa Shogunate. Our local Nikko guide will show you places with rich Japanese history, culture, and breathtaking scenery all in one day.