5-Hour Miyajima Tour with Itsukushima Shrine and Mt. Misen

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Capture breathtaking photos of the iconic Torii gate at Itsukushima Shrine
• 02 Hike to the summit of Mt. Misen for panoramic views over the Seto Inland Sea
• 03 Ride the cable car from Momijidani to Shishi-iwa on Miyajima
• 04 Explore Gojutou and Senjoukaku for historical treasures

Experience the magic of Itsukushima Shrine and Mt. Misen on this 5-hour tour from Hiroshima. Travel to Miyajima Island to admire the iconic Torii gate, ride the cable car up the mountain, and hike to the summit of Mt. Misen for stunning views over the Seto Inland Sea. Along the way, explore historic sites such as Gojutou and Senjoukaku.

Enjoy the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Hiroshima, Itsukushima

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Miyajima, Itsukushima Shrine and Mt. Misen

• Meet up at Hiroshima Station and take a train to Miyajimaguchi Station.
• Board the JR West Miyajima Ferry to Miyajima.
• Visit the famous Itsukushima Shrine and take photos of the iconic Torii gate.
• Take the free shuttle bus to Momijidani Station.
• Ride the cable car from Momijidani Station to Shishi-iwa Station.
• Hike for 30 minutes to reach the top of Mt. Misen.
• Enjoy the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea.
• Walk back down to the cable car station.
• Visit Gojutou and Senjoukaku.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Japanese-English speaking guide from Hiroshima Prefecture

What's Not Included

• Train fare from Hiroshima Station to Miyajimaguchi Station (round trip: 840 yen)
• JR West Miyajima Ferry fare (free if you have a JR Rail Pass, or round trip: Adult 360 yen, Child 180 yen)
• Cable car fare (round trip: Adult 1800 yen, Child 1000 yen)
• Entrance fee for Itsukushima Shrine (Adult 300 yen, Child 100 yen) and Senjoukaku (Adult 100 yen, Child 50 yen)

What to bring

• Water (recommended to buy it before going up Mt. Misen)
• Comfortable walking shoes

Know before you go

• There is a 30-40 minute, slightly steep hiking course after Shishi-iwa Station to reach the top of Mt. Misen.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Hiroshima station

Tour start

Hiroshima, Japan

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.