Meiji Shrine & Temple with Narita Airport Transfer
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Port
Yokohama, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$230
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 5½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Transfer to Tokyo -- a scenic, 60-minute panoramic drive from the pier. Japan's fascinating capital makes its way in the 21st century coexists while remaining deeply connected to the spirit of ancient Japan.
Modern buildings, the Ginza district and other landmarks await you in the city's center.
You will visit the Meiji Shrine. Emperor Meiji was instrumental in opening Japan to the outside world in the late 1800s, ushering in the Meiji Restoration, which ended the rule of the Tokugawa (Shogun) government. After the emperor and empress died, the Meiji Shrine was constructed to house their souls. You'll enter the shrine through 40-foot-tall Torii gates, among the largest in Japan.
Don't miss the pretty Sensoji Temple. Legend holds that, in AD 628, two brothers fished a statue of Kannon out of the Sumida River. They made the temple to enshrine the statue. Enter through the Nitenmon or Kaminarimon Gate, bedecked with a huge red paper lantern. View the shrine and enjoy free time to stroll down Nakamise-dori -- "the Street of Inside Shops." This is an alley lined with traditional vendors selling food, souvenirs and handmade crafts. You have time to purchase a snack here (at your own expense).
Your tour concludes with a transfer to Narita Airport in time for your flight.
Please note:
This tour is available only to guests whose cruise ends in Yokohama, with flights departing after 4:30pm from Narita Airport. If you have already purchased an airport transfer with your cruise booking, a refund for the transfer will be processed on board the ship, as this excursion automatically includes a transfer. The drive between Yokohama and Tokyo is approximately 60 minutes. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Tour requires walking about 15-20 minutes from the parking lot to the temple. Terrain includes uneven surfaces, dirt paths, gravel, inclines and a few steps. Not advisable for guests with mobility limitations. The coach cannot accommodate electronic scooters. In Asakusa, drop off/ pick up point will be different. Please realistically assess your physical fitness and ability prior to booking as the walk is approx. 90mins in total in Asakusa. Traffic can be unpredictable; your patience is greatly appreciated if a delay extends the tour duration. Bring local currency, as some vendors do not accept credit cards or US dollars. Tour sequence may vary.