Guided walking tour · Kamakura, Japan

Kamakura Private Tour: Temples, Nature, and the Great Buddha

A private walk through Kamakura's temples, nature and the Great Buddha.

Rating on Viator
4.9 out of 5 from 131 reviews
Duration
5 hours
Guided in
English
Group
Private: your group only
Fitness level
Moderate
Children
From age 4
Run by
Trip Designer Inc.

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Where the tour goes

  1. Jochiji Temple25 min · entry included
  2. Kamakura Hiking Trails40 min
  3. Zeniarai Benten Ugafuku Shrine25 min
  4. Sasuke Inari Shrine20 min
  5. Kotoku-in - Great Buddha of Kamakura20 min · entry included
  6. Hasedera Temple30 min · entry included
  7. Yuigahama Beach15 min

Stops as listed by the operator on Viator; the order can change on the day.

What to know before you book

Included

  • Kotoku-in (Great Buddha of Kamakura)
  • All fees and taxes
  • Hasedera Temple
  • Jochiji Temple
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Photos of Tour Participants

Not included

  • Food and drink
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Available for an extra fee)
  • Taxi / Private Car or Bus

Access

  • Public transport nearby

Walking in Kamakura

Kamakura is a seaside town of Zen temples, shrines and the giant bronze Buddha, with hiking trails linking them through wooded hills.

Terrain. Hilly trails.

Crowds. Busy at weekends.

Read the full Kamakura walking guide or try the free self-guided walk.

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