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A scenic overlook with a valley below, featuring lush greenery and traditional buildings. 1
A traditional Japanese shop with wooden signage and a display of pottery. 2
A group of people in a store with shelves of products and a counter. 3
A group of people sitting in front of a traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden structure. 4
A group of people standing on a wooden deck with a mountainous landscape in the background. 5
By Japan Guide Agency, JGA Inc.
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,773 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Discover the beauty of Shirakawago and its historic thatched houses
    • Explore the traditional crafts and culture of Takayama with a guide
    • Enjoy a private tour tailored to your interests and pace with a private vehicle
    • Learn about the history and culture of the Japanese Alps
    • Customise your itinerary to include the sights you want to see

Activity location

    • Takayama
    • Takayama, Gifu, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Takayama
    • Takayama, Gifu, Japan

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Regular Car (Up to 2 People)

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Price details
NZ$886.73 x 2 AdultsNZ$1,773.46
Total
Price is NZ$1,773.46
Until Thu, 12 Nov

Van (Up to 7 People)

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English
Price details
NZ$1,128.14 x 2 AdultsNZ$2,256.28
Total
Price is NZ$2,256.28
Until Thu, 12 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Licensed local English-speaking guide
  • Inclusions
    Private vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Customisable tour of your choice of 3-4 sites
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees, lunch, and other personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    You cannot combine multiple tour groups
  • Exclusions
    Guide entry fees are only covered for sights listed in the tour description

What you can expect

  • Your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel or station in Kanazawa area.
    Begin your journey in Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the Japanese Alps. Marvel at the traditional thatched-roof houses, some over 150 years old, and still inhabited today. Stroll through the village, taking in the serene beauty of the landscape and the unique architecture.

    Next, head to Takayama, a city known for its well-preserved Edo-period streets and traditional crafts. Explore the charming old town, where wooden merchant houses line the streets. Visit local shops to see artisans at work, creating everything from lacquerware to sake.

    Throughout the tour, your guide will share fascinating insights into the history and culture of the region, offering a deeper understanding of these remarkable places.

    Choose 3 to 4 sites to visit on an 8-hour tour
    Please inform your guide after booking which sites you would like to see from the list below:

    1. Wada House
    2. Kanda House
    3. Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory
    4. Sanmachi Suji
    5. Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall (Matsuri no Mori)
    6. Hida Minzoku Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato)

Location

Activity location

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    • Takayama
    • Takayama, Gifu, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Takayama
    • Takayama, Gifu, Japan