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Ise Jingu Shrine Pilgrimage and Meoto Iwa Bus Tour

By Follow Me
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$243 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Explore the heart of Japan with a day trip to Ise Grand Shrine, a sacred site rich in cultural heritage and natural beauty. Journey through picturesque rice fields and ancient forests before crossing the symbolic Uji Bridge into the serene realm of Ise. Experience the tranquility of the shrine, where the Sacred Mirror is enshrined, and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Okage Yokocho. Taste local delicacies like Ise Udon and Akafuku mochi, and visit the iconic Wedded Rocks at Futami. This tour offers a unique blend of spiritual reverence and culinary delight, perfect for travellers seeking a deeper connection to Japan's traditions.

  • Journey from Osaka or Kyoto through scenic landscapes
  • Visit the sacred Ise Grand Shrine and Uji Bridge
  • Enjoy traditional dishes in the historic district of Okage Yokocho
  • Explore the coastal beauty of Futami and the Wedded Rocks

Activity location

  • Ise Jingu
    • 1 Ujitachicho,
    • 516-0023, Ise, Mie Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 20-1 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō
    • 20-1 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō
    • 601-8003, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Osaka Meeting Point
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Duration: 9 hours: About 9.5 hours.
Bottled Water

Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$243.44 x 5 AdultsAU$1,217.20
Total
Price is AU$1,217.20
Until Mon, 6 Apr
Osaka Hotel pick-up & drop-off
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Duration: 10 hours
Bottled Water
Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
AU$259.79 x 5 AdultsAU$1,298.95
Total
Price is AU$1,298.95
Until Mon, 6 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    WiFi on board
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Ise Jingu

  • 1h 30m
At Ise Grand Shrine, the soul of Japan. Cross the Uji Bridge, arched over the clear Isuzu River, symbolising a transition from the everyday world to the divine. Beyond the bridge, ancient cedars embrace you, sunlight filtering through their branches like Amaterasu’s own radiance. Multiple torii gates lead you deeper into sacred space. At the centre lies the honden, hidden behind fences, where the Sacred Mirror—one of Japan’s Imperial Regalia—is enshrined. Ordinary visitors cannot see it, yet simply standing outside fills you with awe. The hush of the forest, the clarity of the river, the rhythm of wind and water create a natural liturgy.

Okage Yokocho

  • 1h 50m
Okage Yokocho is a lively district beside the shrine. Here, Edo- and Meiji-era Japan come alive: wooden facades, stone-paved lanes, the calls of merchants, and the aromas of grilled delicacies. Savour Ise Udon, thick noodles in a dark, rich sauce, and Akafuku mochi, soft rice cakes topped with red bean paste. Enjoy grilled oysters, abalone, skewered fish, and warm amazake or locally brewed sake. Explore shops showcasing traditional crafts: woodcarving, ceramics, handmade paper goods.

Futami Okitama Shrine

  • 45m
the coast at Futami, where the Meoto Iwa, or Wedded Rocks, rise from the Pacific. The larger stone is the husband, the smaller the wife. Together they symbolise marital harmony, the balance of duality, and the enduring partnership that weathers every tide. Nearby, Futami Okitama Shrine enshrines the rocks formally. Its grounds are filled with statues of frogs, playful guardians said to be messengers of the gods. Together, shrine and shore create a sacred circle of devotion that links heaven, earth, and ocean.

Location

Activity location

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    Ise Jingu
    • 1 Ujitachicho,
    • 516-0023, Ise, Mie Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    20-1 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō
    • 20-1 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō
    • 601-8003, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
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    Nippombashi Station
    • 5
    • 542-0073, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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