From Kanazawa/Tokyo: Shirakawa-go & Hida 2-Day Private Tour
ID: GYG1490042-2276198
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
2 days
Description
Explore Kanazawa, Shirakawa-go, and Hida on a private 2-day tour with a driver-guide. Discover traditional villages, Japanese culture, and scenic mountain landscapes.
Begin your journey in Kanazawa, where you can explore some of the city’s most famous cultural attractions, including Kenrokuen Garden, Higashi Chaya District, Omicho Market, and its historic streets.
Continue through the mountains to Hida no Sato (Hida Folk Village) in Takayama. This open-air museum preserves traditional Hida farmhouses and recreates the atmosphere of an old Japanese mountain village. The site includes historic thatched-roof houses and traditional rural buildings, with seasonal scenery throughout the year.
After Hida no Sato, explore Hida Takayama, often known for its beautifully preserved Edo-period streets. Walk through Sanmachi Suji, visit Takayama Jinya, browse traditional shops, and enjoy the atmosphere of this historic mountain town.
Because this is a private tour, your sightseeing schedule can be adjusted to your preferred pace. Your driver-guide will assist throughout the journey and can recommend the best stops for photography, culture, food, and local experiences.
Accommodation is not included in the tour price unless specifically selected, giving you flexibility to choose where you would like to stay.
Highlights
- Explore Kanazawa’s historic districts and cultural landmarks
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Shirakawa-go
- See the traditional Gassho-zukuri farmhouses in Ogimachi village
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Japanese Alps with a driver-guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The itinerary can be adjusted according to your interests, walking ability and preferred sightseeing time.
Accommodation is not included in the tour price unless specifically selected.
INCLUDED
- Private vehicle with professional driver-guide for both days
- Explore Kanazawa’s historic districts and cultural landmarks
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go
- Walk through traditional Gassho-zukuri farmhouses
- Enjoy panoramic views from Shirakawa-go Observatory
- Visit Wada House and explore Ogimachi village
- Flexible pickup and drop-off locations
- Comfortable journey with fuel, tolls and parking included
- Optional overnight stay in a traditional accommodation
- Wi-Fi
- Bottled water
- Child seats available on request
- Photo/video assistance
NOT INCLUDED
- Accommodation is arranged separately
- Meals
- Attraction fee
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
