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One-day tour of Nagoya Ise Grand Shrine and Mikimoto Pearl Island
Tours • From Nagoya

One-day tour of Nagoya Ise Grand Shrine and Mikimoto Pearl Island

Hotel pick-up
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(31) • 800+ booked
€ 70.45
Nagoya Full-Day Ise Grand Shrine & Toba Aquarium Tour with Meoto Iwa
Tours • From Nagoya

Nagoya Full-Day Ise Grand Shrine & Toba Aquarium Tour with Meoto Iwa

English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(18) • 400+ booked
€ 61.49
Departing from Nagoya: Ise Grand Shrine, Futami-ura Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks), Mikimoto Pearl Island / Toba Aquarium One-Day Tour
Tours • From Nagoya

Departing from Nagoya: Ise Grand Shrine, Futami-ura Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks), Mikimoto Pearl Island / Toba Aquarium One-Day Tour

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Free cancellation
3.9 / 5
(7) • 50+ booked
€ 69.89
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Ise Grand Shrine & Pearl Island Private Guided Tour
Tours • From Nagoya, Toba

Ise Grand Shrine & Pearl Island Private Guided Tour

Private tour
Small group
English guided
4.5 / 5
(2)
€ 89.45
Toba Aquarium & Ise Grand Shrine Full-Day Private Experience
Tours • From Nagoya, Toba

Toba Aquarium & Ise Grand Shrine Full-Day Private Experience

Private tour
Small group
English guided
€ 106.20
Ise Grand Shrine & Mikimoto Pearl Island 2-Day Tour
Tours • From Ise

Ise Grand Shrine & Mikimoto Pearl Island 2-Day Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
New Activity
€ 279.49

Hotels in Toba

Shiojitei
Hotels • Toba

Shiojitei

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4.7 / 5
(426)
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€ 114.18
Oyado Andon Toba
Hotels • Toba

Oyado Andon Toba

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4.5 / 5
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€ 97.91
€ 101.68
Toba Hotel International
Hotels • Toba

Toba Hotel International

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4.6 / 5
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€ 131.19
Senpokaku
Hotels • Toba

Senpokaku

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4.2 / 5
(146)
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€ 97.17
Todaya
Hotels • Toba

Todaya

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4.4 / 5
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€ 143.01
Toba Grand Hotel
Hotels • Toba

Toba Grand Hotel

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4.2 / 5
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€ 219.16
Wisterian Life Club Toba
Hotels • Toba

Wisterian Life Club Toba

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4.3 / 5
(224)
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€ 58.45
Kinpokan
Hotels • Toba

Kinpokan

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3.9 / 5
(100)
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€ 92.12
Hotel Hamarikyu
Hotels • Toba

Hotel Hamarikyu

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€ 80.2
Kamenoi Hotel Toba
Hotels • Toba

Kamenoi Hotel Toba

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4.0 / 5
(100)
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€ 189.34
Toba Ocean Resort All-Inclusive Hotel
Hotels • Toba

Toba Ocean Resort All-Inclusive Hotel

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4.2 / 5
(93)
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€ 252.7
€ 255.25
Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Toba Saichoraku
Hotels • Toba

Ooedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Toba Saichoraku

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3.8 / 5
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€ 137.26

Reviews of Toba activities

Lee *********
2026-03-14 19:14:36
Great 4.0
Cleanliness: High Breakfast: Below average for a resort hotel Transportation convenience: Free shuttle bus service to and from Toba Station Service: Staff are polite, but the hot spring requires a shuttle ride to the neighboring hotel, which is a bit inconvenient.
Chiew ***********
2026-04-11 23:37:44
Great 4.0
shuttle bus time can be more to tobe station and to hotel .is impossible by walking to any where you wanted to go .and public transport is one in an hours and take 20 minutes to the station . diving is good to stay this hotel. staff is very helpful.
Carlos ***********
2026-06-21 01:13:01
Fantastic 5.0
The itinerary for the Nagoya Full-Day Ise Grand Shrine & Toba Aquarium Tour with Meoto Iwa was well-organized and enjoyable. Unfortunately, it rained quite heavily during our trip, so we decided to head back earlier than scheduled. I originally planned to visit the Pearl Museum, but due to the unpredictable weather, I chose the aquarium instead. Despite the change in plans, I had a great time watching the playful sea creatures and marine shows at the aquarium. Overall, it was still a memorable experience, and I would recommend this tour, especially for those who enjoy nature, culture, and marine life.
Lee ********
2026-01-22 14:22:27
Fantastic 5.0
This tour is by GoGoDay. Meeting place is at Ministop Nagoya Station West (Google Map). It is the assembling place for all GoGoDay’s tours so need to ask the guides in order to join the correct group. That day, the tour for Ise was only 7 people so the vehicle used was a mini van. The driver doubled up as the guide. He was a careful driver but did not speak much except at the last destination (the wedded rocks). The first stop, the Ise Grand Shrine compound, is huge so it’s not advisable to cover the whole area. Unfortunately it was very crowded the day we visited as it was a public holiday. Similarly, Okage Yokocho was jam packed with people. Given the limited time and long queues, we did not manage to have lunch at any restaurants. Instead we walked around to shop and had street food. Make sure to try the eel skewers and not go on a public holiday. At second stop, we chose to go to Toba Aquarium which was excellent and fascinating. Nice to look at the sea at the Wedded Rocks.

Toba at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Toba?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

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+50%
Typical
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-100%
-10%
Jan
+30%
Feb
-6%
Mar
+6%
Apr
+30%
May
-10%
Jun
+10%
Jul
-34%
Aug
-51% Quietest
Sep
-10%
Oct
Busiest +55%
Nov
-10%
Dec

Demand peaks in November (about 55% above a typical month) while September is quiet — roughly 51% below a typical month — so travellers from Malaysia should book early for November and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in September. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Toba cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

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Avg $50 Priciest $264 Cheapest $10
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

March is typically the cheapest month for activities at around USD 10, roughly 96% below the priciest month in July, so combine a March visit with the quieter September window for lower prices and lighter demand. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

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Most travellers book very close in: typical bookings are about 2 days ahead, which means flexibility for spontaneous trips; still, during the November peak consider booking earlier than usual. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Toba

General info
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    No time difference

  • Currency

    1EUR = 178.89JPY

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Toba

Discover Toba’s year-round draw and top activities

Toba attracts most bookings for museums and guided tours, with demand fluctuating noticeably through the year. Klook data shows a clear high season in November and a quiet spell in September, so the city mixes cultural experiences with times of lively visitor numbers.

Best months to visit for crowds and prices

November is the peak month for demand, while September is the trough, according to Klook booking data. Prices peak earlier in the summer: July is typically the priciest month on Klook, while March usually records the lowest prices. If you want smaller crowds and lower prices, aim for March or the quieter autumn month of September; for peak-season atmosphere, visit in November. Note that demand and price do not move in lockstep here—demand peaks later in the year while prices are highest in July.

Tips for travellers from Malaysia planning a Toba trip

Most travellers from Malaysia lock activities in about two days ahead, with last-minute options often available a day out and early planners booking around three days in advance. For short, flexible stays this market favors, use Klook to compare museum and tour options and secure bookings a day or two before travel for convenience and choice.

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