A private day tour| Peaceful Kannon statue and Utsunomiya gyoza (gyoza) tasting
1. The underground grottoes are naturally cool, providing a respite from the summer heat and sun.
2. Unique light and shadow effects on the stone walls produce excellent photographic results.
3. Private chartered vehicle for flexible travel, free from group restrictions.
4. Arrange a local specialty dumpling experience.
5. Low walking intensity, suitable for all ages to enjoy easily.
Perfect for travelers looking to escape the summer heat, this one-day chartered tour to the Utsunomiya Otani Museum is an excellent choice for cooling off near Tokyo. Even with the surface sweltering in the summer heat, the underground quarry ruins maintain a consistently cool temperature, like a natural air conditioner, allowing you to avoid the scorching sun throughout the tour. The massive stone walls, dozens of meters high, combined with the natural light filtering through, create a dreamlike and unique scene, offering countless photo opportunities for capturing high-quality travel pictures.
Unlike rushed group tours, this tour offers a private car throughout, allowing for flexible itinerary planning. You can extend your grotto visit to fully appreciate the rock formations, or choose a local favorite gyoza restaurant in Utsunomiya. There's no guide rushing you, and you're not bound by group schedules. The carefully planned route avoids long hikes, making it easy for those sensitive to sun exposure, those with average fitness levels, and families with children to enjoy the experience.
The itinerary includes a visit to the Heiwa Kannon statue at Otani-ji Temple to immerse yourself in the temple's atmosphere, followed by a taste of Utsunomiya's classic gyoza (gyoza), offering the best of sightseeing, prayer, and local cuisine in one trip. The driver will plan the route in advance to avoid congested areas, saving commuting time and allowing more time for sightseeing. The temperature inside the caves can be quite low, so we thoughtfully remind you to bring a light jacket for added comfort. This Kanto day trip, combining summer retreat, photography, and delicious food, will provide you with a cool and unforgettable travel experience in the sweltering summer.
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Product Info
-Service Introduction--
Charter time: 10 hours
Service hours: 8:00 to 21:00
Pick-up and drop-off locations: The default pick-up and drop-off locations are in Tokyo city (if you need to pick up or drop off at a different location, please make a note when placing your order and contact customer service for confirmation).
Trip distance: One day / within 300 kilometers
--Vehicle Information--
Luxury 7-seater or equivalent
Vehicle Model: Toyota Alphard
Capacity: 6 passengers + 4 pieces of luggage (21-28 inches), or 5 passengers + 5 pieces of luggage (21-28 inches).
Comfortable 10-seater vehicle or equivalent
Vehicle Model: Toyota Hiace
Capacity: 9 passengers + 9 pieces of luggage (21-28 inches)
Comfortable 14-seater vehicle or equivalent
Vehicle Model: Toyota Hiace
Capacity: 10/11 passengers + 4 pieces of luggage (21-28 inches), or 12/13 passengers + 2 pieces of luggage (21-28 inches).
Alphard (Image for reference only)
Alphard (Image for reference only)
Alphard (Image for reference only)
10 sea lions (Image for reference only)
14 sea lions (Image for reference only)
Important Info
Surcharge(s)
Cleaning costs
If a passenger causes serious damage to the vehicle during their ride (such as vomiting, odor, or other situations that are difficult to clean), a cleaning fee will be charged at the discretion of the vehicle based on the actual situation.
From the second one onwards, it's a baby car seat/child car seat.
The first infant or child seat is provided free of charge. For each additional seat, an extra 2,000 yen will be charged, payable in cash to the driver on the same day. Please indicate the required quantity when placing your order.
Overtime fee
The daily usage time is limited to 10 hours. Additional overtime fees will apply for any time exceeding this limit, payable in cash to the driver on the same day.
7-10 seater: 5,000 yen per hour. Overtime exceeding 10 minutes is charged as half an hour, and overtime exceeding half an hour is charged as a full hour.
14 seater: 6,000 yen per hour. Overtime exceeding 10 minutes is charged as half an hour, and overtime exceeding half an hour is charged as a full hour.
Reminders
A minimum of 1 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 2 day(s) before departure (local time 08:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
To facilitate driver contact and protect your rights, please be sure to check your KKday message after placing your order.
If the chartered time on the day of travel exceeds the time originally confirmed during the consultation (including traffic conditions such as traffic jams), an additional overtime fee must be paid to the driver on-site.
On the day of your trip, to ensure a smoother journey, the driver will suggest a return time based on current traffic conditions and may adjust the order of attractions. Please be aware of this.
If you need to make any changes to your itinerary, please submit your request at least 24 hours before departure, otherwise it may be difficult to process.
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How to Use Your Voucher
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