Private Tour of North Kamakura Temples with licensed guide

4.8(4)3 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Yan

About this activity

This tour will mainly visit tranquil temples that are popular among the locals, not the usual tourist spots.

Different from touristy and crowded temples, you will be able to relax and enjoy the quiet temples with the flowers, moss, greenery, and in late fall, the autumn leaves.

The guide is not a guide sent from Tokyo. The guide is a local who has lived near the Kamakura area for about 40 years, loves the tour course, and has a government certification.

The guide's explanation of Kamakura's history, religion and traditions will bring you even closer to the people of that time. For example, 800-year-old cut-through and the tragedy of the princess enshrined in the Jizo Hall. The guide's explanations can be reduced on request.

This is a private tour where only for you or for your couple with a guide. This means that you can enjoy this tour without being bothered by other guests.

It will end at noon to 0:30 p.m. by walking speed. So, you can make your afternoon plans as you wish.

What's included

✓Professional Local Tour Guide
✓Entrance fees of temples for the guide

Not included

✕Coffee and/or Tea
✕Bottled water
✕Comfortable walking shoes for 4 km walk
✕Gratuities
✕Insurance for guests such as accidents, theft
✕All spots to visit in this course

Meeting and pickup

At the East Exit of the station. If you come from Tokyo, it is one station before Kamakura Station. That Exit is at the end of the platform you just got off. (Unfortunately mark in the below map is incorrect in detail) A guide with a "Viator" paper will be there 5 minutes before the tour starts.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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