Miyajima: Private Custom Tour From Hiroshima With Itsukushima
Swap the standard sightseeing tours for the chance to explore the spiritual heart of Miyajima island at your own pace. This private walking tour takes you to the UNESCO-listed Itsukushima shrine, famed for its floating *torii* gate, and to the magnificent Daishoin temple. Enjoy the flexibility to customize the itinerary to your own interests and learn about the island’s long-standing traditions.
Highlights
- ✓Explore quieter areas beyond the landmarks to get a taste of local life
- ✓Enjoy your private guide's undivided attention
- ✓Benefit from your guide's cultural context for a deeper understanding of Miyajima
- ✓For extra insight, ask your guide questions as you explore
What you'll see & do
- ✓The tour departs from a hotel or train station in Hiroshima City; the order of the tour can be changed between Miyajima and Peace Park to see the Floating Torii Gate. We use public transportation. Travel time to Miyajima is 1 hour.
- ✓Visit a spiritual island "MIYAJIMA" that has been revered as the gods' island since ancient times. Deer, the messengers of the gods, welcome you!
- ✓The Floating Torii gate appears on the sea when the tide is high. At low tide, you can walk by it and be impressed by its size and beauty!
- ✓Itsukushima Shrine floats on the sea and is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This shrine, also a national treasure, changes its appearance with the ebb and flow of the tide. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of the majestic Heian-period Japanese architecture. If you are lucky, you will be witness to a wedding ceremony or a dance dedicated to the gods!
- ✓Daisho-in Temple is a unique and rare temple. The oldest temple on Miyajima, it is located in the midst of rich nature and has many attractions. This temple was loved by Shogun Hideyoshi and many other influential people, and is a must-see!
- ✓Part of the Itsukusima shrine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in 16th century. Large halls and wall-less spaces are quiet and peaceful. Shogun Hideyoshi order to built.
- ✓Stroll Omotesando shopping street. Lined with food stores and souvenir stores selling Miyajima's specialty products such as oysters, conger eel rice bowl, and momiji manju (steamed buns). Momiji-manju hand-baking workshops are also available.
- ✓We will move toward Peace Memorial Park. Basically, we use a ferry, JR, or train. It takes about 1 hour. As an option, you can also take a direct boat (45 minutes) to Peace Memorial Park. Please check your email after booking for details.
What's included
- ✓Itsukushima shrine admission
- ✓Japanese Local Tour Guide
- ✓Customize in advance
- ✓Pick up on foot
What's not included
- ✓Basic (non-JR Pass users)/ JR Pass users: visitor's tax ¥100/person
- ✓Optional: fast boats, direct boats or taxis (¥2500~¥8500/one way)
- ✓Meals
- ✓Tips
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pick up on foot.
This is a walking tour. We basically use public transportation.
Transportation fee is not included, please pay by your own.
Please do not participate if you have cold symptoms
Pick up on foot. Not listed hotel: please let us know. Coming from another city: Hiroshima Station is the best meeting point. -Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge of JPY 2,000, payable in cash on the day. - Late policy: More than 20 minutes late without notice = No-Show (no refund). If you inform us but are over 1 hour late, the tour may be shortened or extra fees may apply.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
Miyajima: Private Custom Tour From Hiroshima With Itsukushima
Swap the standard sightseeing tours for the chance to explore the spiritual heart of Miyajima island at your own pace. This private walking tour takes you to the UNESCO-listed Itsukushima shrine, famed for its floating *torii* gate, and to the magnificent Daishoin temple. Enjoy the flexibility to customize the itinerary to your own interests and learn about the island’s long-standing traditions.
Highlights
- ✓Explore quieter areas beyond the landmarks to get a taste of local life
- ✓Enjoy your private guide's undivided attention
- ✓Benefit from your guide's cultural context for a deeper understanding of Miyajima
- ✓For extra insight, ask your guide questions as you explore
What you'll see & do
- ✓The tour departs from a hotel or train station in Hiroshima City; the order of the tour can be changed between Miyajima and Peace Park to see the Floating Torii Gate. We use public transportation. Travel time to Miyajima is 1 hour.
- ✓Visit a spiritual island "MIYAJIMA" that has been revered as the gods' island since ancient times. Deer, the messengers of the gods, welcome you!
- ✓The Floating Torii gate appears on the sea when the tide is high. At low tide, you can walk by it and be impressed by its size and beauty!
- ✓Itsukushima Shrine floats on the sea and is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This shrine, also a national treasure, changes its appearance with the ebb and flow of the tide. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of the majestic Heian-period Japanese architecture. If you are lucky, you will be witness to a wedding ceremony or a dance dedicated to the gods!
- ✓Daisho-in Temple is a unique and rare temple. The oldest temple on Miyajima, it is located in the midst of rich nature and has many attractions. This temple was loved by Shogun Hideyoshi and many other influential people, and is a must-see!
- ✓Part of the Itsukusima shrine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, built in 16th century. Large halls and wall-less spaces are quiet and peaceful. Shogun Hideyoshi order to built.
- ✓Stroll Omotesando shopping street. Lined with food stores and souvenir stores selling Miyajima's specialty products such as oysters, conger eel rice bowl, and momiji manju (steamed buns). Momiji-manju hand-baking workshops are also available.
- ✓We will move toward Peace Memorial Park. Basically, we use a ferry, JR, or train. It takes about 1 hour. As an option, you can also take a direct boat (45 minutes) to Peace Memorial Park. Please check your email after booking for details.
What's included
- ✓Itsukushima shrine admission
- ✓Japanese Local Tour Guide
- ✓Customize in advance
- ✓Pick up on foot
What's not included
- ✓Basic (non-JR Pass users)/ JR Pass users: visitor's tax ¥100/person
- ✓Optional: fast boats, direct boats or taxis (¥2500~¥8500/one way)
- ✓Meals
- ✓Tips
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pick up on foot.
This is a walking tour. We basically use public transportation.
Transportation fee is not included, please pay by your own.
Please do not participate if you have cold symptoms
Pick up on foot. Not listed hotel: please let us know. Coming from another city: Hiroshima Station is the best meeting point. -Meeting at Itsukaichi Port incurs an additional charge of JPY 2,000, payable in cash on the day. - Late policy: More than 20 minutes late without notice = No-Show (no refund). If you inform us but are over 1 hour late, the tour may be shortened or extra fees may apply.
Cancellation policy
- •A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
- •No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.