The Hiroshima Custom Full Day Tour provides travelers with a unique opportunity to explore the city’s captivating history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural landscapes. With a flexible itinerary and an English-speaking guide, this tour allows visitors to tailor the experience to their personal interests and preferences. Whether it’s visiting the iconic Peace Memorial Park, indulging in the local culinary delights, or immersing oneself in the tranquility of the region’s natural wonders, this tour promises an unforgettable adventure. With a range of inclusions and the freedom to customize the day, the Hiroshima Custom Full Day Tour is a must-consider for those seeking a truly personalized exploration of this remarkable destination.
Key Points
- Customized 8-hour Hiroshima tour with transportation and an English-speaking guide, tailored to personal preferences for a personalized experience.
- Tour includes cultural, historical, culinary, or natural highlights, with flexibility to explore desired sights.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off available for accommodations within the city center for a convenient start to the day.
- Confirmation provided at booking, with moderate physical fitness required and infants allowed on laps.
- Customization based on personal preferences, with reservations recommended and strict cancellation policy in place.
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Tour Details
This customized full-day tour in Hiroshima offers an 8-hour experience, providing transportation within the city and the services of an English-speaking professional guide.
Whether you prefer public or private transport, the tour is tailored to your preferences, allowing you to explore the city’s cultural, historical, culinary, or natural highlights.
Hotel pickup and drop-off are included if your accommodation is located within the city center.
With this tour, you’ll have the flexibility to craft an itinerary that aligns with your interests, ensuring a truly personalized experience in Hiroshima.
Inclusions and Exclusions
The tour includes transportation within the city and the services of an English-speaking professional guide, while meals, optional tours/activities, and gratuities are excluded. The inclusions and exclusions are as follows:
| Included | Excluded |
|---|---|
| Transportation | Meals |
| Tour Guide | Optional Tours/Activities |
| Gratuities |
This allows travelers to focus on the sights and experiences that interest them most, while still providing the convenience of transportation and a knowledgeable guide. With the exclusions clearly outlined, guests can plan and budget accordingly for a seamless and personalized Hiroshima adventure.
Meeting and Pickup
Travelers can meet the tour guide at a starting point in Hiroshima, with hotel pickup available if the accommodation is within the city center.
The meeting location provides a convenient starting point for the fully customized tour.
If guests are staying at a hotel in the heart of Hiroshima, the tour guide can arrange for pickup, ensuring a seamless start to the day’s activities.
This flexible arrangement allows for a stress-free beginning to the tour, whether travelers choose to meet the guide or opt for the hotel pickup service.
Practical Information
Confirmation at the time of booking is provided, though the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible or stroller accessible, but is near public transportation.
Infants may travel on laps, though a moderate level of physical fitness is required. Children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over, and guests are advised to arrive 10 minutes prior to the meeting time, as the guide will wait for 30 minutes before departing.
The tour is subject to weather conditions and a minimum number of travelers. While the tour is non-refundable, the cancellation policy allows for a 25% fee if within 30 days, 50% if within 21 days, and a 100% fee if within 14 days of the scheduled tour date.
Customization and Planning
Customizing the tour based on personal preferences, whether it’s a focus on culture, history, food, or nature, is possible. Guests can provide a list of attractions they’ve already visited to ensure the itinerary avoids duplication.
Reservations are required, and booking in advance is recommended to secure availability. The cancellation policy is strict, with a 100% fee for cancellations within 14 days, 50% within 21 days, and 25% within 30 days. All bookings are non-refundable and subject to weather conditions and a minimum number of travelers.
Customizing the tour ensures an unforgettable experience tailored to your’ interests and needs.
Tour Highlights
The tour’s highlights include a visit to the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, where visitors can reflect on the city’s tragic past and learn about its resilience.
Guests will also explore the Hiroshima Castle, a historic landmark that has been meticulously restored after being destroyed in the atomic bombing.
The tour may also include a visit to the Hiroshima Museum, which provides a comprehensive account of the bombings and their aftermath.
Depending on your’ interests, the tour can also cover the vibrant Hiroshima food scene, with stops at local markets and restaurants to sample the city’s famous okonomiyaki.
Throughout the day, the knowledgeable guide will provide insightful commentary, ensuring a meaningful and memorable experience.
Getting Around Hiroshima
Getting around Hiroshima is made convenient through the city’s well-developed public transportation network. Visitors can navigate the city by utilizing the extensive tram and bus systems, which connect key sites and destinations.
Alternatively, private transportation options, such as taxis or private tours, provide a more personalized experience for those wishing to explore Hiroshima at their own pace. The customized tour package offers the flexibility of utilizing either public or private transportation, ensuring a seamless and efficient exploration of the city.
Whether you choose to use the reliable public transit or opt for a private tour, you’ll find that getting around Hiroshima is a hassle-free and enjoyable experience.
Safety and Accessibility
Safety and accessibility are important considerations when booking the Hiroshima Custom Full Day Tour. The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, though strollers are permitted. Participants must maintain a moderate level of physical fitness as the tour may involve some walking.
Infants are allowed to accompany adults, but children 12 and under must be supervised by an adult 18 or older. The tour isn’t near public transportation, so hotel pickup and drop-off are available for those within the city center.
Guests should arrive 10 minutes early, as the guide will only wait 30 minutes before departing. With careful planning and preparation, the Hiroshima Custom Full Day Tour can be an enjoyable and accessible experience for most visitors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Tour Guide Speak My Native Language?
The tour guide can speak your native language. Tour providers often accommodate requests for guides fluent in specific languages to ensure a more comfortable and engaging experience for their customers.
What Is the Maximum Group Size for the Tour?
The maximum group size for the tour is not explicitly stated. However, it’s noted that children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 or older, suggesting a relatively small group size is expected.
Are Discounts Available for Students or Seniors?
The tour does not explicitly mention student or senior discounts. Discounts may be available, but travelers should check with the tour provider directly to inquire about any applicable discounts prior to booking.
Can I Make Changes to the Itinerary on the Day of the Tour?
Travelers can typically make changes to the itinerary on the day of the tour, though it’s best to communicate any preferences or requests to the tour guide in advance. Last-minute changes may be accommodated if feasible.
What Happens if I Need to Cancel My Tour Due to an Emergency?
If someone needs to cancel their tour due to an emergency, they’ll be subject to the tour operator’s cancellation policy. This typically involves a percentage fee depending on how close the cancellation is to the tour date.
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Recap
The Hiroshima Custom Full Day Tour provides a flexible and personalized experience, allowing travelers to explore the city’s cultural, historical, culinary, and natural highlights.
With an English-speaking guide, transportation, and hotel pickup and drop-off, the tour ensures an unforgettable day.
While meals, optional activities, and gratuities are excluded, travelers can focus on their desired sights and experiences, creating a truly customized itinerary.