Kanazawa Highlights with Hidden Samurai House & Tea Break
ID: GYG1377313-2105348
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore Kanazawa on a small group walking tour. Visit Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, and Higashi Chaya District, and enjoy a tea break at a hidden samurai residence.
Join a small-group walking tour to discover the highlights of Kanazawa and experience the city from a local perspective. Visit some of Kanazawa's most famous places, including Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, and Higashi Chaya District. Stop at a hidden samurai residence that is often missed by many visitors.
Learn why Japanese gardens are designed the way they are and how nature and the seasons are important in Japanese culture. At Kanazawa Castle, hear about the Maeda family and the history of this castle town.
Visit a traditional samurai residence. Take a short break and enjoy tea in a quiet tea room. Relax, ask questions, and enjoy a peaceful atmosphere away from the busy tourist areas.
Walk through Higashi Chaya District, one of the most beautiful parts of Kanazawa. Enjoy the old streets, hear about geisha culture, and take many photos.
This tour is limited to a maximum of six people, so it is easy to ask questions and have conversations during the tour.
Highlights
- Explore Kanazawa's highlights on a small group walking tour
- Visit Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle, and Higashi Chaya District
- Discover a hidden samurai residence and enjoy a tea break
- Learn about local life, culture, and the people of Kanazawa
- Hear about geisha culture and take photos in the Higashi Chaya District
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note:
• This is a small group tour with a maximum of 6 participants.
• This is a walking tour and covers approximately 4 to 5 km (3 miles).
• Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
• Some areas include slopes and stairs.
• The tour operates in most weather conditions, so please dress appropriately and bring rain gear if needed.
• In summer, please bring water, a hat, and sunscreen.
• The itinerary may be adjusted slightly depending on weather conditions or crowd levels.
• The tour includes a short tea break at a traditional samurai residence.
Under the roof of Ishikawa-mon Gate at Kanazawa Castle
INCLUDED
- Visit to Kenrokuen Garden
- Visit to Kanazawa Castle
- Visit to Higashi Chaya District
- Visit to a hidden samurai residence
- Tea in a traditional samurai residence tea room
- Live tour guide
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to meeting point
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.