Private Tour of Shirakawago from Kanazawa (Half Day)
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Overview
We collect you from your hotel lobby and whisk you off to the UNESCO village of Shirakawago. Our morning or afternoon driving tours are designed for those looking for convenient access to this beautiful but remote mountain village
Tour at a glance
What's included
- Private transportation
- English Speaking Driver
- All Fees and Taxes
- Private Car
Not included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
Itinerary
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Shirakawago
Our English speaking driver will take you directly to the hamlet of Shirakawago. The UNESCO village of Shirakawa-go is nestled in the Japanese alps. You will spend 1 and half hours here, exploring the town and taking in lunch. Crossing the spectacular pedestrian bridge across the Sho river, your senses will be filled with the sounds and smells of authentic rural life. This fairy-tale village is bound to inspire you as one of Japans most picturesque sites.
2h Admission included
Meeting & pickup
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
We collect from all Kanazawa hotels, If your hotel is not listed, please provide us with your hotel name
Schedule
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveller reviews
Our family had a wonderful tour with our tour guide Kumiko, she was so knowledgeable, kind and attentive! She knew everything about the sites and the construction of the different houses and explain in detail and answered all our questions. We had such a great time and we highly recommend Kumiko!
We really enjoyed our half-day tour with Ian. He was very knowledgeable about the background and history of Shirakawago. He was also able to answer our varied questions about the area and cultural aspects as well. For us the half-day experience was perfect - we were able to experience Shirakawago and also enjoy the rest of our day. I would definitely recommend this tour.
Ian is a marvelous guide. While driving from Kanazawa to Shirakawago, he told us about the history of the region which was ruled by Lord Maeda until the 1868 Meiji Revolution that abolished the samurai order. He also wove in the history of gold leaf artistry as well as the other cultural arts of the area. He led us on a comfortably paced walking tour of Ogimachi, the village that is at the center of the Shirakawa UNESCO cultural heritage site. Ian provided us with a memorable experience, one which we will cherish for years to come.
The private half day tour was wonderful. Our guide Ian made sure we were able to go early and beat the hordes of tour buses thereby being able to enjoy walking around the village when it wasn’t crowded. Ian was also very patient and we learned a lot about the village and houses from him. Half day was perfect as it was quite cold that day and we were able to get dropped off at the Omicho market by lunchtime. Recommend this tour as a stress free way to enjoying Shirakawago.
Nice and quaint village is a great place to visit. I can see why it’s a UNESCO site. Easy pick up and drop off.
We had the Best experience. Ian was not only a good driver but also a good guide with thorough knowledge. He made our journey very comfortable through out.
Ian took us on a private tour of Shirakawago. He made it special for us with lots of interesting facts and information. Highly recommended! Nick
This was such a great tour - we learned a ton from Ian, who was friendly and open to all of our questions, and Shirakawago was delightful. This touring company was very intentional about planning our visit to get there before the larger crowds arrived, and thank God they did because there was a line of cars two miles long waiting to get there by the time we left. The village is adorable with a really interesting history, and we learned a lot about what it means to be a UNESCO Heritage designated site. My only suggestion for improvement would be to allow an hour more so that we didn’t have to choose between the actual walking tour and sitting down to enjoy a real lunch in the village. There’s a restaurant there that my friend highly recommended called 合掌茶屋 孫右エ門 that we did not have time to visit. Overall, however, such an enjoyable morning. Thanks to Ian!
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 4h.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.
Can I cancel for free?
Yes. Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.
Which languages is the guide available in?
Guide languages: EN
On which days does it run?
It runs Every day. Starts 08:00
How fast is the booking confirmed?
Instantly. Your e-ticket arrives by e-mail right after booking.
Is this a private tour?
Yes, this is a private experience for your group only.
Where do I complete the booking?
On viator.com, a Tripadvisor company, with live availability and secure payment. TourViaGo is a Global Partner of Viator.
Product code 88437P7
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