Private Old Temples Guided Tour in Kamakura
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $90 / person
- Location
- Kamakura, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
- Languages
- JA, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Yan
- Meeting point
- At the entrance of Starbucks Coffee Kamakura, open from 7AM. The tour guide with a paper "Viator" will be there five minutes before the tour begins. If any concerns about how to get to Kamakura station from downtown Tokyo, please get our advice via e-mail when booking.
Description
Yourself or with your partner/ a friend only Government licensed tour guide Stroll the temples, shrine and Kamakura backstreets while avoiding over-tourism. The old temples, shrine and backstreets offer different perspectives the whole year round as the weather and foliage change Talk with your guide and leave a lasting impression Early-morning start time allows you to plan other sightseeing plans in the afternoon
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Group price
- $90 per group of up to 2
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Hokoku-ji Temple
A ten-minute taxi ride will take you to this temple. Michelin three-star, famous for its bamboo grove. You will enjoy exploring the temple grounds, garden, and bamboo grove. You could sit down and relax while trying a cup of Matcha green tea and traditional Japanese sweets if you like (optional, with tea charge).
Sugimotodera Temple
A five-minute walk will take you to Sugimoto-dera temple. Michelin two-star. This is the hidden, and oldest temple in Kamakura, founded in mid 8th century. You will enjoy Deva Kings, the moss-covered stone steps, main hall. Good to check the Buddhist statues deep inside the main hall (in a bit of distance).
A twenty or thirty-minute walk to Kamakura Hachimangu Shrine. This will be a peaceful stroll in the backstreets. You may enjoy learning some of daily life in Kamakura residential area. A few minute stop at the first site of the Samurai Shogunate. Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, a spiritual pillar of the Kamakura shogunate enshrines the god of war. Probably for around twenty minutes, you will enjoy the guided walking tour of grounds, garden, and main building of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine until the end of the tour time.
What's included
Included
Professional Local Tour Guide
Entrance fees of temples for the guide
Not included
Matcha green tea and traditional Japanese sweets for guests, 600yen/person as of January2023
bus fare (around 300 yen) Kamakura station to Houkokuji Temple
Bottled water
Gratuities
Comfortable walking shoes for 2-3km walk
All spots to visit in this course
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
2 reviews
How it compares in Kamakura
- No. 43 by number of reviews among 111 tours in Kamakura
Excurgo comparison of 111 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
- only for over 18 year old
- The total duration is travel time included
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Old Temples Guided Tour in Kamakura take?
Private Old Temples Guided Tour in Kamakura lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Private Old Temples Guided Tour in Kamakura cost?
Prices start at $90 per person for this Kamakura experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Old Temples Guided Tour in Kamakura run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 9:00 AM.
Can I cancel Private Old Temples Guided Tour in Kamakura for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is At the entrance of Starbucks Coffee Kamakura, open from 7AM. The tour guide with a paper "Viator" will be there five minutes before the tour begins. If any concerns about how to get to Kamakura station from downtown Tokyo, please get our advice via e-mail when booking. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private Old Temples Guided Tour in Kamakura offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 2 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Old Temples Guided Tour in Kamakura worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Yan.
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