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A rural area with traditional thatched-roof houses, a gravel path, and a parked car. 1
A traditional multi-tiered pagoda with intricate woodwork and a clear blue sky in the background. 2
A panoramic view of a valley with a river, houses, and mountains in the background. 3
A family in a snowy village with wooden houses and mountains in the background. 4
A scenic overlook with a valley below, featuring lush greenery and traditional buildings. 5

Shirakawa-go Day Trip from Takayama by Car, Licensed Guide

By Japan Guide Agency, JGA Inc.
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$1,335 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the beauty of Shirakawago with a private guide
  • Explore the historic thatched houses of Shirakawago at your own pace
  • Learn about the history and culture of this UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Customise your tour to include the sights and activities that interest you
  • Enjoy a personalised experience with a guide who will plan your itinerary

Activity location

    • Takayama
    • Takayama, Gifu, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Takayama
    • Takayama, Gifu, Japan

Check availability

Regular Car (for 2 passengers or less)

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Price details
NZ$1,335.19 x 1 AdultNZ$1,335.19
Total
Price is NZ$1,335.19
Until Mon, 27 Jul

Minivan (for 4 passengers or less)

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Price details
NZ$1,477.43 x 1 AdultNZ$1,477.43
Total
Price is NZ$1,477.43
Until Mon, 27 Jul

Van (for 7 passengers or less)

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English
Price details
NZ$1,600.71 x 1 AdultNZ$1,600.71
Total
Price is NZ$1,600.71
Until Mon, 27 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • Inclusions
    Private vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Customisable Tour of your choice of 2-3 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

  • Explore the historical and beautiful old thatched houses of Japan, deep in the Japanese Alps. These homes, over 150 years old, stand tall in the natural scenery and are still lived in today. Several of these houses are open to the public, offering a glimpse into Japan’s past.

    Join a local guide on a private and customisable tour to this area and learn about history and culture in a way that you would have never been able to on your own. Once you place your reservation, a guide will be in touch with you to plan out the details of your tour.

    Be sure to let your guide know where you would like to visit and your interests so they can plan out an itinerary for you.

    Choose 2 to 3 sites to visit on a 6-hour tour
    Please inform your guide post booking of the sites you would like to see from the list below.

    1. Wada House
    2. Kanda House
    3. Shirakawa Hachiman Shrine
    4. Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory
    5. Tenshukakau Observatory
    6. Myozenji
    7. Kobikiya

Location

Activity location

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    • Takayama
    • Takayama, Gifu, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Takayama
    • Takayama, Gifu, Japan