Shirakawa-go UNESCO Heritage Winter Tour From Kanazawa (Private)

KanazawaNext available Nov 17

per vehicleUS$750

About 9.5 hours
English, Chinese
Private · 1–9 people
Confirmed within 1 day
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Licensed guides · insured departures
Meeting point varies by package
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Highlights

Explore the charming Takayama Old Town (Sanmachi Suji), a beautifully preserved Edo-period district filled with traditional wooden houses, craft shops, and sake breweries
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage village of Shirakawa-go, world-famous for its unique gassho-style farmhouses and magical winter scenery
Enjoy ample free time at both destinations—wander the streets, sample local snacks, or browse handmade souvenirs at your own pace
Capture unforgettable photos of snow-covered landscapes, panoramic viewpoints, and traditional Japanese architecture
Travel comfortably with round-trip transportation from Kanazawa, perfect for travelers seeking a smooth and hassle-free winter day trip

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Experience two of Japan’s most charming winter destinations in one day. Explore the atmospheric streets of Takayama Old Town before visiting the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawa-go, famous for its snow-covered Gassho-style farmhouses. Enjoy free time to wander, shop, and take photos at your own pace with convenient round-trip transport from Kanazawa

Itinerary6 stops

1
07:30Meet at Kanazawa Station (East Exit)
2
09:30Takayama Old Town
About 100 min here
Explore local shops, traditional street food, or local sake breweries
3
11:10By car
4
12:00Shirakawa-go (Lunch)
About 180 min here
5
15:00By car
6
17:00Dismiss at Kanazawa Station

Included

Public liability insurance
Licensed professional guide
Round-trip transfer
Transport during the tour

Not included

Meals not stated in the itinerary
Personal expenses
Gratuities

Meeting point

Private, From Kanazawa, English Tour

Kanazawa Station (East Exit)

Private, From Kanazawa, Chinese Tour

金澤車站 (東口)

Know before you go

Child seats are required for children aged 0–6 or under 140 cm. A surcharge of JPY 1,500–2,000 per seat may apply.

Cancellation policy

Cancel up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are non-refundable.

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· If you do not arrive at the meeting point at the scheduled time, the booking is treated as used and cannot be refunded.
· If we cancel your booking for any reason, you will be offered a different date or a full refund — your choice.
· If your guide does not arrive, contact us and we will arrange a replacement guide or refund you in full.
· If the tour cannot run because of events beyond anyone’s control — natural disaster, civil unrest, government restrictions — you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
· If we cancel because of bad weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
· This activity requires a minimum number of participants. If it is not met, we will offer a different date or a full refund.

US$750per vehicle

Package

Private, From Kanazawa, Tour · Private

Private — your group only

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