Hiroshima

Full Day Tour Hiroshima Hidden Gems and Highlights

Hiroshima, Japan
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$149.00
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Overview
Duration
8h
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect

In this full-day tour, take part in Hiroshima’s famed Peace Tourism, while also having the opportunity to appreciate the nature and culture of Hiroshima. Led by one of our experienced tour guides, visit one of Hiroshima’s hidden gems, Mitaki-dera, a beautiful Buddhist temple located in the mountains and away from the city center. Here, learn about Buddhism in Japan, as well as take in the amazing natural scenery of this breathtaking temple. After, continue to admire the beauty of this city by visiting the Shukkei-en Garden and learn about the main principles of Japanese gardens.

Next, delve deeper into the history of Hiroshima by going to the Hiroshima Castle ruins and learning about the city’s origins as a castle town during the Sengoku Period. Additionally, take part in Hiroshima’s “Peace Tourism” by visiting the Peace Memorial Park and Peace Memorial Museum. Reflect upon the concept of peace while observing traces of the Atomic Bombing and the monuments built to honor the victims.

What to remember

Important info

Public transportation options are available nearby. Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. Suitable for all physical fitness levels

included
What's included
included-item
Transportation between activities. English speaking guide. Origami paper for paper cranes. Entry fees at all tour locations
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What's not included
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Lunch. Accommodation. Transportation to the meet-up point
Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Meeting Point

The meetup point is under the Tourist Information sign just outside of the Shinkansen gates.
Your tour guide will be holding our company name.