Shirakawago and Takayama Licensed Guide and Vehicle from Kanazawa

Visit Shirakawago in the Japanese Alps to see the historical and beautiful old thatched houses of Japan stand strong. These houses are over 150 years old and still are lived in today. After seeing the natural beauty of Shirakawago, head to Takayama to see the various traditional crafts the area keeps alive. Join one of our tour guides and learn about history and culture in a way that you would have never been able to on your own!

This private and customizable tour will take you to Shirakawago and Takayama at your own pace. 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! If you will not have time to visit all the sights on your must-see list, contact us directly regarding extension fees.

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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Kanazawa, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Hokuriku, Chubu

Start your adventure here! Meet your Guide and driver and off to beautiful Shirakawago!

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Wada House, 997 Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture

Learn about old Japanese farm houses and how they were made. The Wada house is still lived in today! Adults ¥400 / Children ¥250

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kanda house, 796 Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture

Another beautiful thatched roof house that still stands after it was constructed in 1850.
Adults ¥400 / Children ¥200

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory, Ogimachi, Shirakawa-mura, Ono-gun 501-5627 Gifu Prefecture

Take in the beautiful view of Shirakawa village from these castle ruins.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Sanmachi Suji, Takayama Gifu Prefecture

Sanmachi Street is a popular sightseeing area in Hida-Takayama. As an old town, the area has houses and stores from the Edo period (1603 - 1868). The area is lined with shops carrying local specialties such as Japanese sake, senbei (rice crackers), barbecue yakiniku Hida beef, and croquettes. The area has a lively atmosphere with people shopping and eating.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall, 178 Sakura-machi, Takayama 506-0858 Gifu Prefecture

Located outside of Takayama's city center, the Matsuri no Mori (まつりの森, lit. "Festival Forest") showcases the key aspects of the Takayama Festival, which takes place for two days each spring and autumn. The festival is known as one of Japan's three most beautiful, along with Kyoto's Gion Matsuri and the Chichibu Yomatsuri.

900 yen per adult, 550 yen per senior high school student, 450 yen per junior high school student

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato), 1-590 Kamiokamotomachi, Takayama 506-0055 Gifu Prefecture

Hida Folk Village (飛騨の里, Hida no Sato) is an open air museum exhibiting over 30 traditional houses from the Hida region, the mountainous district of Gifu Prefecture around Takayama. The houses were built during the Edo Period (1603 - 1867) and were relocated from their original locations to create the museum in 1971.
Tickets: 700 yen

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Kanazawa, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Hokuriku, Chubu

Return to Kanazawa after a wonderful day sightseeing with your private guide. Enjoy the view as you relax on the way back to your hotel.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Infant seats available"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Only one reservation per group allowed. You cannot combine multiple reservations into one group."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 8 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
This private tour is a day tour with a private vehicle and guide with departure and return
to Kanazawa. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for any personal costs. A maximum number of passengers: 7.

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Government-licensed & English-speaking guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Fuel, Parking, & Highway Fees

Not Included

• Entrance fees (where applicable)
• Lunch (please inquire with guide about venues)

Facilities