1 Day Private Charter Tour to Takayama & Shirakawago | 8 hours

152 Reviews | Kanazawa
From $575.00 per group Lowest Price Guarantee
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$1,150.00
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Up to 13 persons
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Toyota Hiace commuter 14seater
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$1,920.00
Toyata Hiace Commuter 10seater
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Japanese, English
  • Private transportation
  • Customisable Tour( Guests can add 2-3 sites of their choice that are not included itinerary of Tour)
  • Bottled water
  • English speaking driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Entrance/Admission Fee
  • Admission fee Wada House:- Adults : 400 yen; children: 200 yen. Group (20 or more) Disables: 200 yen
  • Admission Fee to Takayama Jiniya
  • Admission Fee to Hida no Sato

Overview

We are based in the Hokuriku region and are well aware of the hidden beauty of this region. As we have been in this field for many years, our service will define itself. Travelers to this region will be welcomed and will visualize the natural beauty, and traditional Japanese culture by visitIng The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go, Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory, following Takayama towns’ must-see attractions and learn more about their culture and history along the way. We have a well-trained and organized English-speaking driver as guide.

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Travelers are offered pickup on private vehicle from the area within our highlighted radius including the Hotel pickup and Airport pickup please refer to the radius mentioned in the listing. Return Details: Dropped off to original departure point. While Travelers will be picked up/Dropped off at Komatsu Airport-additional charges will be applied on ... the time of pick up or drop off. Tour can begin from Toyama, Kanazawa and Takayama while end in any three areas. We only offer services for Maximum 13 person. Read more â–¼

Itinerary

  • The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses

    The world heritage site, Shirakawago, is a free walk. Take a stroll at your own pace and enjoy the countryside at your leisure. with a delicious lunch full of mountain food.

    2 hours

  • Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory

    Enjoy the unique view of Shirakawago village from the best angle and height.

    20 minutes

  • Wada House

    Visit Wada House to see inside the Gassho Zukuri House and be impressed by the architectural details of the unique house. Admission fee:-  General individual Adults (junior high school students and above): 400 yen; children (elementary school students): 200 yen. General group (20 people or more) Adult: 350 yen Disabled individual Adult: 200 yen (disability certificate required, person only)

    40 minutes

  • Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato)

    Hida Folk Village (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. In a village-like atmosphere, the museum features buildings such as the former village head's house, logging huts, storehouses, and a number of gassho-zukuri farmhouses. These massive farmhouses are named after their steep thatched roofs, which resemble a pair of hands joined in prayer ("gassho"). They were moved here from nearby Shirakawago, where gassho-zukuri houses are the reason for the region's World Heritage status.

    1 hour

  • Takayama Jinya

    Because of its valuable timber resources, the Hida Region around Takayama was put under direct control of the Tokugawa Shogunate in 1692. The Takayama Jinya served as the local government office, headed by officials dispatched from Edo (present-day Tokyo). The building complex was in official use until 1969 and is now open to the public as a museum. It includes various nicely maintained tatami mat rooms that once served as offices, conference rooms, guest rooms, and residential spaces. There is also an interesting interrogation room. Beside the main building stands a large storehouse, built in the 1600s. Known as the biggest traditional rice storehouse in Japan, it now functions as a museum, showcasing the belongings and official documents of past feudal lords, old maps of the Hida Region, and historic town plans.

    1 hour

  • Kamisannomachi

    Kamisannomachi, area is popular for its charming ambiance, with narrow streets lined with willow trees and iconic structures like latticed windows and wooden facades. Many of the shops sell local crafts, sweets, and other regional specialties, including Hida beef and sake.

    45 minutes

  • Takayama Betsuin Shorenji Temple

    Takayama Betsuin Shorenji Temple, around a five-minute stroll from JR Takayama Station, is a notable Buddhist temple in Takayama. Its notorious, three-celebrated pagoda was developed in 1820. A Buddhist statue remembered to have been made in the Heian time frame is revered in the fundamental structure. Make certain to pay heed to the tremendous gingko tree on the grounds. It is more than 1,260 years old.

    30 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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152 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 131 reviews with 5 stars

Convenient and Memorable Day Tour Experience

Published on Dec, 2024

The tour was well-organized and enjoyable. Shirakawago’s unique Gassho-style houses were absolutely worth visiting. The private charter made the experience smooth and convenient especially from Kanazawa, allowing us to travel at our own pace.The guide was knowledgeable and shared interesting details about the culture and history of both Shirakawa-go & Takayama town. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, and the driver was friendly and punctual. Overall, a great way to explore these beautiful destinations in short time. Highly recommended!

Amazing day through history and Culture

Published on Dec, 2024

This 1-day private charter tour to Takayama & Shirakawa-go was truly memorable. Visiting Wada house was a highlight offering a fascinating glimpse into traditional Gassho- style architecture. While exploring Hida no Sato was equally enriching, with its beautifully preserved rural homes and cultural artifacts. The guide was knowledgeable and made the experience even more engaging. The itinerary was well planned, with smooth transportation and plenty of time to enjoy each site. Highly recommended for history and culture enthusiasts.

Trip to Shirakawa-go

Published on Dec, 2024

This tour offers an exceptional blend of cultural immersion and scenic beauty. The English-speaking driver was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free experience. Highlights included exploring Takayama’s charming Old Town and marveling at Shirakawago’s iconic thatched-roof houses. The flexible itinerary allowed us to tailor stops, and we appreciated the opportunity to enjoy local cuisine and sake tasting. Overall, this tour is perfect for anyone seeking a personalized and enriching journey through Japan’s heritage.

Charter tour to Takayama & Shirakawago is great and highly recommended

Published on Nov, 2024

My wife and I (from US), plus my Aunt and two Cousins (from Australia) recently visited Japan and took the 1-Day Private Charter Tour to Takayama & Shirakawago on Nov 20 2024. Ali was our driver for the day. The tour was excellent, and the driver was very good, polite and helpful. Since this is a private tour, we was able to customize the visits based on the Ali's recommendation. He asked us for our reference and priority then arranged the drive accordingly so we would get the best for our preferences. We enjoyed Shirakawago up close with many ancient traditional thatch roof buildings, then observed the entire village from up high. We also visit the open air museum Hida no Sato (there is an 700 Yen/adult entrance fee), and this is a "must see" place, with beautiful landscape and many traditional houses from many parts of Japan. Over-all, it was an excellent tour and I highly recommended for folks who enjoy traditional culture, and nature sceneries like our family.

Fantastic day in Shirakawago and Takayama!

Published on Nov, 2024

Thanks to Malik for being a great guide and driver. He brought us from Kanazawa to Shirakawago and Takayama. We really enjoyed our tour. We got great insight of the visited historical sites, fun facts and food recommendations. Highly recommended for those who want to visit all the 3 places in a tight schedule.

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