Kamakura Day Trip: Explore Great Buddha & Enoshima

Discover Kamakura’s rich heritage on a Tokyo day trip. Explore the Great Buddha, ride the Enoden tram, and visit iconic sites from “Slam Dunk.”

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kotoku-in - The Great Buddha of Kamakura is a bronze seated statue of Amida Tathagata situated in the Kotoku-in Temple, representing Pure Land Buddhism in the historic city of Kamakura. Known as the Great Buddha of Kamakura, it symbolizes the ancient capital. The statue stands at 11.3 meters, including the pedestal, reaching a total height of…
What's Included
  • Roundtrip Transportation
What's Not Included
  • Food and Drinks
  • Other personal expenses
Additional Information

Embark on a day trip from Tokyo to Kamakura, where ancient tradition meets modern charm. Explore the iconic Great Buddha, ride the nostalgic Enoden tram, and visit Kamakura High School, famous from “Slam Dunk.” Delight in coastal views, discover Enoshima’s mythic origins, and pay respects at Enoshima Shrine. Conclude with a visit to Tsurugaoka…

Location
JR Tokyo Station
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Ala_e
Jan 4, 2025
Avoid like the plague! - Do yourself a favor and look elsewhere! I strongly caution against booking any tours with this agency to avoid inevitable disappointment. Despite my years of extensive experience booking tours online across numerous countries, this was the first time I was compelled to abandon one entirely. We booked a tour for January 1st, and from the outset, there were serious red flags. We were promised a guide with a distinctive yellow flag at the designated pickup point at Tokyo Station. Instead, we arrived to utter chaos, with scattered tourists desperately searching for their guides. The so-called guides on-site were unprofessional and outright dismissive, responding rudely with phrases like, “No English, only Chinese,” “Not my group,” and “Look around”, “Can not help you.” After much confusion, we eventually identified our guide, “Jason”—not by a promised flag but by the clipboard he carried. He led us to a decrepit, overcrowded bus that was far beyond its safe capacity. The vehicle was outdated, poorly maintained, and riddled with loose screws, making even the seatbelts ineffective. As we traveled to the next pickup point in Shinjuku, the driver’s reckless and hazardous driving further underscored the agency’s complete disregard for passenger safety. Even worse, the driver had more interest engaging in some loud chitchat with “Jason” that paying his attention to the road - go figure! By the time we reached Shinjuku, we had seen enough. We disembarked and immediately canceled the tour, opting to spend the day exploring Tokyo on our own. This decision turned out to be far more enjoyable and fulfilling than enduring another moment with this incompetent operation. In my view, this agency (Trevopidia?) is utterly unqualified to conduct tours. They lack not only professionalism but even the most basic competence expected of novice operators. Days later, we booked a similar tour to Kamakura with a reputable company, which was a flawless and exemplary experience. This stark contrast only highlights the unacceptable standards of this agency. Avoid those scammers with extreme prejudice at all costs - although I seriously doubt they’ll stay in business for long!
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