Accessible Hiroshima: A Floating Shrine & a Taste of Tradition
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Port
Hiroshima, Japan
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Activity Level
Easy
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Excursion Type
All,80
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Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
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Starting At
$389.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 6 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
This accessible Hiroshima tour is designed for all guests, including those using a wheelchair.
Your journey begins at the port, where you'll board an accessible vehicle. Head to the Miyajima Ferry Terminal for a scenic ferry ride while admiring the iconic Great Torii Gate (Otorii) standing in the sea — a sight that perfectly captures Japan's spiritual beauty.
On Miyajima Island, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Itsukushima Shrine, a stunning architectural wonder that appears to float on water at high tide. As the leading shrine in Japan, it offers a serene and spiritual atmosphere.
Next, stroll/roll through Miyajima's shopping arcade, where you can browse for souvenirs, traditional sweets, and local crafts. Enjoy a delicious Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki — a savory pancake layered with noodles, cabbage, and sweet sauce.
Conclude your experience with a relaxed return to the port, reflecting on a day filled with the history, culture, and flavors that make Hiroshima unforgettable.
Notes:
This tour is designed to be accessible for all guests, including those using a wheelchair (the tour operator suggests you bring a companion to assist, as guides are not allowed to push wheelchairs). Companions can book the same tour under the title Accessible Hiroshima: A Floating Shrine & A Taste of Tradition (Companion). The tour route avoids stairs; however, the nature of access may differ from the standards you are familiar with at home. Accessible bathrooms with wide doors are available along the tour route. An accessible vehicle with a wheelchair lift or ramp is used for transportation. The number of accessible vehicles available is extremely limited; make your accessible shore excursion reservations as far in advance as possible. Guests requiring accessible transportation, please complete the Special Services form at https://book.hollandamerica.com/specialServices/login.action; this will ensure that suitable transportation is in place for your tour. Maximum weight, including equipment, is 771 lbs (350 kg).