One-day private tour from Osaka/Nagoya to Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri village | Choose either Takayama or Kanazawa
- Departing from Osaka or Nagoya city center, enjoy a private private tour to Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village, a World Heritage Site, eliminating the need for transfers, luggage handling, and making travel easier.
- The Shirakawa-go itinerary can be combined with either Takayama or Kanazawa, allowing you to explore the old town streets, traditional townhouses, teahouses, or the Hokuriku castle town atmosphere, depending on your preference.
- Private tour do not involve group tours or shared rides, and the itinerary pace can be flexibly adjusted according to passenger needs, weather, and traffic conditions.
- Suitable for families with children, groups of seniors, small groups of friends, and independent travelers who want to explore the hidden gems of the Northland.
- Traveling in a legally operating green-plated vehicle in Japan, with a driver familiar with the routes, makes long-distance travel safer and more comfortable.
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1 Day
- Explore the hidden gems of the Hokuriku Mountains in Japan. Admire the fairytale-like Gassho-zukuri houses, traditional rural landscapes, and the natural beauty of the four seasons.
- Located in the Hida region of Gifu Prefecture, Takayama retains a strong Edo-era town atmosphere, with its most representative attraction being the Takayama Old Town. Strolling through the Sanchō traditional building preservation area, you'll find wooden machiya (traditional townhouses), sake breweries, souvenir shops, and local food stalls; the streets have a rustic and photogenic ambiance. It's also a great place to sample Hida beef skewers, miso dishes, dango (Japanese dumplings), and local sweets, making it ideal for travelers who enjoy strolling through old streets, traditional architecture, delicious food, and a leisurely pace of travel. If time permits, you can also add the Takayama Jinya (traditional Japanese houses), Miyagawa Morning Market, or the area around Hida Kokubunji Temple to your Shirakawa-go itinerary, giving it a more authentic Hieki (traditional Japanese post station) feel.
- Kanazawa is one of the most representative cities in the Hokuriku region, blending castle town history, teahouse culture, market cuisine, and charming streetscapes, earning it the nickname "Little Kyoto of Hokuriku." A visit to Higashi Chaya Street allows you to experience the traditional teahouse architecture and cobblestone street atmosphere, and savor gold-leaf sweets, matcha, and wagashi (Japanese sweets). Alternatively, you can head to Omicho Market to experience the charm of fresh seafood donburi, sushi, and local Hokuriku ingredients. For those wishing to include more cultural attractions, you can visit Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle Park, or the area around the Nagamachi Samurai Residences, depending on your available time. The Kanazawa itinerary is suitable for travelers who enjoy leisurely city strolls, Japanese gardens, teahouse streets, seafood cuisine, and the unique culture of the Hokuriku region.
Purchase Notice
- This product is a 10-hour private tour service, with the service time calculated from the agreed pick-up time.
- When placing your order, please provide the number of passengers, the amount of luggage, the pick-up and drop-off locations, your contact information, the destinations you wish to visit, and whether you require a child seat.
- The vehicle type will be arranged according to the plan, the number of passengers and the amount of luggage. If the number of passengers and luggage exceeds the vehicle's carrying capacity, service may not be available or a different vehicle type may be required.
- Unless otherwise specified in the plan, all expenses, including entrance fees to attractions, meals, parking, highway tolls, facility admission fees, and personal expenses, must be borne by the traveler.
- The first child seat is provided free of charge; please note this when placing your order. Subsequent seats may incur an additional charge.
- In case of weather conditions, traffic control, temporary closure of attractions, or force majeure, the driver will assist in adjusting the itinerary order or providing alternative attractions based on the situation on site.
Surcharge(s)
Service overtime fee
If a passenger's lateness causes a delay to the trip, the passenger can choose to shorten the trip or retain the trip and pay the corresponding overtime service fee.
To ensure a smooth trip, the driver may adjust the return time or the order of attractions based on the day's traffic conditions. If the service time exceeds 10 hours, an overtime service fee of 5000 yen per hour will be charged, with any fraction of an hour counted as a full hour. Please pay the driver in cash at the end of the trip.
Parking Fee
Reimbursement will be based on actual expenses incurred. Please pay the driver in cash (Japanese Yen) at the end of the trip.
Vehicle cleaning fees
If there is vomiting, unpleasant odors, or other serious damage to the vehicle, a cleaning fee of 25,000 yen will be charged.
Child car seat (second or more)
The first child seat is provided free of charge; subsequent seats will incur an additional charge of 2,000 yen each.
Reminders
In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
Please be sure to provide a contactable messaging app or phone number so that the driver can contact you before departure and on the day of departure.
Please arrive at the agreed location on time. No refunds will be given for unused time if the trip is shortened due to the passenger's lateness.
If you choose to continue the trip and this results in overtime, please pay the overtime fee according to the on-site rules.
Please select the appropriate vehicle type based on the actual number of people and luggage. If the number of people or luggage exceeds the carrying capacity limit, the driver has the right to refuse pick-up and drop-off for safety reasons.
Please keep the vehicle interior clean. If the vehicle is severely soiled due to vomit, odors, food, or other reasons, a cleaning fee of 25,000 yen will be charged.
Please keep your valuables safe. You will be solely responsible for any loss, damage, or theft of your belongings.
Parking space at tourist attractions in Japan is limited. Some attractions may require walking to designated pick-up and drop-off points. Please follow the driver's instructions on-site.
The driver-guide mainly provides driving services, route planning, in-vehicle introductions, basic Japanese assistance, and travel advice; if you require a professional licensed guide or in-depth guided tours throughout the trip, please confirm in advance whether it is an optional add-on.
Comfortable shoes are recommended. Some attractions in Kyoto and Nara require walking or going up and down slopes, so please allow rest time if you are traveling with elderly people or children.
The order of attractions in the itinerary is for reference only. The actual arrangement will be adjusted according to the traffic, crowds, weather and traveler demand on the day.
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