Tours/Hiroshima/Itsukushima Shrine & Miyajima Summit 5.5 hour Tour in Miyajima
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Itsukushima Shrine & Miyajima Summit 5.5 hour Tour in Miyajima

Hiroshima1 hour

Description

Visit the famous Itsukushima Shrine and the summit of Miyajima on a guided tour. Learn about the culture of Miyajima, where the beliefs of the sea and the mountains coexist.

Tour Options

Itsukushima Shrine & Miyajima Summit 5.5 hour Tour in Miyajima

Itinerary

Admission included30 min

Access to Miyajima is by ferry! The ferry fare is included in the tour price. The Otorii (Grand Gate) of Itsukushima Shrine can be seen from the boat.

Admission included30 min

Itsukushima Shrine is one of Japan's most famous tourist attractions, beautifully floating above the sea. It is dedicated to the goddess of the sea and has long been worshipped by many people. Enjoy visiting this beautiful shrine.

Admission included40 min

After visiting Itsukushima Shrine, take the ropeway to the sacred mountain behind the shrine. From the gondola of the ropeway, take in the stunning view of the mountains and the sea.

90 min

Once you get off the ropeway, you will head to the top of the sacred mountain. The summit of the mountain is the most sacred place on the island. Numerous halls line the mountain, and you can feel the faith of the religious people. There is an observatory at the top of the mountain, from which the view is breathtaking.

Admission included40 min

From the summit, take the ropeway down again.

Admission included30 min

Once off the mountain, head for the hall on the grounds of Itsukushima Shrine, which is known for being very spacious. A pleasant breeze blows through the building.

Admission included30 min

Next to Senjo-kaku is the adjacent five-story pagoda. The vermilion pagoda looks beautiful against the blue sky. Take a commemorative photo in front of it.

Highlights

Ropeway fee
Professional guide
Admission to Itsukushima Shrine
Visit to the summit of Miyajima

What's included

Included
Ropeway fee
Professional guide
Admission to Itsukushima Shrine
Visit to the summit of Miyajima
Not included
Meals
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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