4-hour Private Walking Tour to Historical Town of Saiku
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About the Activity
In this historical walking tour in Mie a friendly guide will introduce you to the remains of Saiku, the most glorious palace of Japan's Heian period (794-1185), and the Saio, an imperial princess who served the Ise Grand Shrine. You will visit several highlights of the former Saiku palace and learn in more detail about the fascinating life of the Saio princess. A local guide will introduce you to a less-known part of Japan's history and you will follow together the footsteps of the Saio princess in an attempt to unfold some of her hidden secrets. While the grandiose Saiku palace no longer exists, several of its many buildings have been reconstructed and opened to the public. Taking this tour before you pay a visit to the Ise Grand Shrine is highly recommended in order to appreciate the value of the area and understand the significant links between the Imperial lineage and the Ise Grand Shrine.4 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide, entry to facilities, sake-manju dumpling with a tea set
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Locations in the itinerary
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Saiku Historical Museum
503 Takegawa, , Meiwa-cho, Japan, 515-0325Start your guided tour at Saiku Station and walk past the 1/10 Scale Model of the Saiku Palace and the Anicent Ise Road before arriving at Saiku Historical Museum. Watch the video exhibition "Saio Gunko" visualizing the life of Saio princess. Take a guided tour of the museum. The wonderful Saiku Historical Museum offers an in-depth look at the life of Saio with many visuals which will help you understand how life then looked like. 2 hours 15 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
Rest at Itsukian teahouse while eating sake-manju dumpling (Japanese sweet made with red bean paste)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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Saiku Heian no Mori
Saiku, Meiwa-cho, Japan, 515-0321Continue your walk through the quiet streets of the town. Visit the historical remains of the Heian period era and let the story of the Saio princess unfold. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Take Shrine
2757-2 Saiku Ushiba, Meiwa-cho, Japan, 515-0321Walk through the spiritual Take Shrine believed to be the place where Saio's residence was. See the colorful flower-decorated water ablution pavilion before heading either back to Saiku Station or for a stopover at the relaxing local cafe Minoriya.45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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North Exit of Kintetsu line's Saiku StationView Location
End point
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North Exit of Kintetsu line's Saiku StationView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by DMO Hana-meiwaCreated on 13 Sep 2023Created on 11 Jun 2024
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