Attracxi: Hiraizumi Full Day Tour from Sendai
Experience flying dango at Genbikei Gorge, the World Heritage of Hiraizumi, and a boat ride through Geibikei Gorge.
Tour Duration
08:30 - 17:30
Starting From
99,000 (per person, for 2 perticipants)
Tour Availability
Everyday (except Sunday, holiday periods)
Size
1~5 persons
Highlights
- Experience the unique “Flying Dango” at Genbikei Gorge.
- Visit Chuson-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Admire the breathtaking Golden Hall (Konjiki-do).
- Enjoy a 90-minute boat ride through scenic Geibikei Gorge.
- Take in northern Iwate’s rich culture, history, and natural beauty.
This guided tour takes you through the scenic and cultural highlights of northern Iwate. Start the day at Genbikei Gorge and experience the famous “Flying Dango,” where sweet rice dumplings are sent across the river in a basket by rope – a fun local tradition unique to this area.
Next, visit Chuson-ji Temple, a World Heritage site, and admire the stunning Golden Hall (Konjiki-do) before enjoying lunch nearby. Afterward, travel to Geibikei Gorge and embark on a 90-minute boat ride along the river, passing towering cliffs and lush forests while local boatmen share insights about the gorge and its history.
Finally, return to Sendai in the late afternoon, concluding a day filled with cultural treasures, scenic beauty, and local flavors.
OUTLINE
What’s Included
-Chartered taxi pick up from /drop off to your accommodation in Sendai City-English guide
-Genbikei Dango
-Admission to Cyu-sonji Temple and lunch
-Geibikei Gorge boat ride
-Insurance
Not included
Any additional meals and drinksAnything not included in the above included list.
MEETING PLACE
TOUR COURSE
- 08:30
Your private transport will pick you up from your hotel or designated location within Sendai City.
- 09:50
Arrive at Genbikei Gorge – See the famous “Flying Dango,” dumplings sent across the river in a basket by rope.
- 10:40
Visit Chuson-ji Temple – A World Heritage site with the famous Golden Hall (Konjiki-do), where you can stroll the grounds and enjoy lunch nearby.
- 13:10
Transfer to Geibikei Gorge
- 14:00
Geibikei Gorge Boat Ride (90 min) – Relax on a scenic boat trip through the gorge, surrounded by towering cliffs and beautiful nature, guided by local boatmen.
- 15:45
Depart for Sendai
- 17:30
Arrive in Sendai
TOUR DETAILS
- Where
- Sendai Station (or your hotel)
- Time
- 08:30 - 17:30
- Size
- 1~5 persons
- Price
- 99,000 (per person, for 2 perticipants)
- Sign-up Deadline
- One week (7 business day) before date of experience.
*Displayed tour price is for 2 people. Smaller/larger group bookings available at alternative rates as below:
JPY 198,000 (JPY 180,000 + 10% tax, for 1 participant)
JPY 99,000 per person (JPY 90,000 + 10% tax, based on 2 participants)
JPY 77,000 per person (JPY 70,000 + 10% tax, based on 3 participants)
JPY 55,000 per person (JPY 50,000 + 10% tax, based on 4 participants)
JPY 44,000 per person (JPY 40,000 + 10% tax, based on 5 participants)
- Cancellation Policy
- Up to four days prior, no cancellation fee.
Three days prior: 20%
Day before: 50%
On the day: 100%
- Note
- If the minimum number of participants is not met the event will be cancelled.
