Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comKamakura Full-Day Walking Tour with Optional Rickshaw Ride from Tokyo
based on 33 reviews
Duration: 8 hours (approx.)
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Product code: 2142TYO_F900F910
33 reviews of Kamakura Full-Day Walking Tour with Optional Rickshaw Ride from Tokyo
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Our trip to Kamakura was one of the highlights of our trip to Japan. Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, and gave us the history behind the sites we were seeing. The town itself was quite a change from the busy streets of Tokyo. The Hase temple is breathtaking, as are the grounds that surround it. The large Buddha was very impressive, but the temple and the shrines were our favorite part. Our tour group was wonderfully eclectic and small enough that we got to know a little bit about everyone. We chose this tour because we did not have time to make it to Kyoto, but wanted to make it out of the city. We are so glad we did.
Reviewed by: Joshua B, United States of America, July 2009
The rickshaw ride was our favorite part. I was surprised to hear that some people on our tour didn't even know that the rickshaw ride was an option. We had a great time.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, May 2009
On this tour, we only had 11 people plus the guide. We took a series of trains to Kamakura. The giant Buddha in Kamakura was worth the whole trip. The Japanese lunch was good. I was the only one of the 11 to take the rickshaw ride, so I felt somewhat embarrassed about taking it. However, it was an interesting ride. Our guide was great.
Reviewed by: Margaret D, United States of America, April 2009
It was a great experience, our tour lady was excellent. She took really good care of us, very helpful. Great for first time in Japan.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, April 2009
The greatest tour we did in Tokyo, very nice guide who made the trip enjoyable. The temples are absolutely beautiful.
Reviewed by: Jeanet K, Netherlands, March 2009
The tour guide made the trip, she was wonderful and more than willing to answer any and all questions. The rickshaw ride was really worth it, a great add-on for this trip. Would go on this tour again if we are ever in Tokyo, loved it.
Reviewed by: Michael H, United States of America, January 2009
We had a great time! The guide was very informative, spoke excellent English and went out of her way to keep us informed and educate us about the Kamakura area. This was a very laid back and relaxing tour and as a family of 4, we really enjoyed being on the coast and seeing all of the historical features of the area!
Reviewed by: James R, United States of America, December 2008
Great trip and great guide. The trip was a good balance, a little walking but not too much and plenty of time to take in everything. The great Buddha and the beautiful temples are certainly worth seeing.
Reviewed by: Hilary M, Germany, August 2008
Lots of sites and very beautiful. This is definitely one that should not be missed. Lots of history and very informative.
Reviewed by: Diana S, United States of America, July 2008
There was only one thing I would say could be improved on, and that would be to include just a bit more leisure time to browse sites and shops a bit more. I felt a tiny bit rushed and wanted to go back by myself and stroll through the town and the shops. I realize time can be an issue, so it is not a problem if the time stayed the same. I would still strongly recommend this tour for others. I wanted to be sure and mention that my guide was a pure pleasure to spend the day with and she was extremely professional and informative.
Reviewed by: Chris O, United States of America, November 2007
Good tour...I highly recommend it. This tour was a good opportunity to see and appreciate the beauty of Japan, outside of midtown Tokyo. The sights were interesting, and the guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. I had a great time.
Reviewed by: Richard S, United States of America, November 2007
We loved our tour guide. She was extremely informative and very well spoken. She could not have been nicer. She really made sure that all of our questions and needs were met.
Reviewed by: Chad M, United States of America, October 2007
Really great tour. I would recommend doing it on a cool day though. Not a lot of walking but was very hot on the day I went. Plenty of time to see all things listed. Great Japanese lunch. Tour guide was great. Very good English and very knowledgeable.
Reviewed by: Laura T, Australia, August 2007
The area is lovely. I enjoyed all the places we went to. This was my favorite place in Japan. A definite must!
Reviewed by: Kathleen R, United States of America, July 2007
I had a great experience! I was traveling by myself and I really enjoyed the care that our tour guide took on making sure we were exposed to their culture and tradition!!
Reviewed by: Tina B, United States of America, April 2007
