Discover the beauty of Himeji Castle, a World Heritage Site of magnificent scale, wisdom and technology

After meeting at Himeji Station, you will collect the bicycles and proceed to the shopping street in the castle town. There, you 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.

Next, you will explore the magnificent Himeji Castle, also referred to as Shirasagi-jo, meaning "White Egret Castle." During the visit, a local guide will elucidate why the castle is deemed impregnable and renowned for its beauty, providing insights into its architecture, exhibits, and historical significance.

After ascending to the summit of the castle and admiring the breathtaking view, you will cycle through the historic castle town. You will savor a Japanese lunch at a restaurant located in the castle town. Following lunch, you will proceed to a shrine that offers a picturesque spot for capturing beautiful photographs of the castle.

After exploring the shrine, you will cycle once more around the castle, heading to the picturesque Kokoen Garden. You can admire the flora, ponds, and carp while being serenaded by the melodious sound of a cascading waterfall. Following a leisurely cup of tea at a café within the garden, you will make our way back to the station.

Admire Himeji Castle and learn about its history and its people
Explore a Japanese garden and see the back of Himeji Castle from the hidden lookout
Enjoy cycling around Himeji City to fully appreciate the beauty of Himeji Castle town
Try a beautiful Japanese lunch at a local restaurant

Important to know

Not suitable for:

The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller

Know in advance:

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 the castle. Please wear shoes that are easy to walk in and remove
If you have specific dietary restrictions, especially if you're vegan, the local operator may not be able to provide the lunch option for you. Unfortunately, the tour operator cannot accommodate gluten-free requests for this tour
Please note that the local operator is unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to them. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, they will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour
Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so you should bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

Entrance fees
Lunch
Guided tour
Afternoon tea
Bike rental

Additional food and drinks

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Location

Himeji Castle, 68 Honmachi, Himeji, Hyogo, Japan

Meeting point:

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". 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.