Takayama

1-Day Takayama Tour: Explore Scenic Takayama and Shirakawago

4.9(143 reviews)9hFree cancellation

Description

Hidden high in the mountains of central Japan, far from the hustle and bustle of metropolises like Tokyo and Osaka, lie the quaint and well-preserved townscapes of Takayama and Shirakawa-go. Once a direct land holding of the Shogun, Takayama will enthrall you with its beautiful woodwork and traditional streets that offer a more relaxed beauty than cities such as Kyoto and Kanazawa. Shirakawa-go, on the other hand, offers a great example of the village-life experienced by Japanese farmers of ages past, and still experienced today by those lucky few who call it their home. Led by a locally-based and English-speaking guide, this experience will enthrall you with visions of life in Japan during an era very different from our own.

Highlights

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What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

English speaking guide
Entrance to the Takayama Jinya
Transportation between all destinations
Guided walks at both Takayama and Shirakawa-go

Not included

Lunch

Itinerary

1
Tour the inside of the Takayama Jinya, a beautiful centuries
Tour the inside of the Takayama Jinya, a beautiful centuries old government outpost built for the Shogun’s representatives, and learn about the history and industry of Takayama.
1hAdmission included
2
Explore the traditional “Sanmachi” district in the heart of
Explore the traditional “Sanmachi” district in the heart of Takayama. Lead by your knowledgeable tour guide, you will have a chance to see some of the woodwork this region is famous for and take in its scenic streets.
1h 30min
3
Try and sample the local delicacies of Takayama a great way
Try and sample the local delicacies of Takayama a great way to take a culinary tour of the city and get your day-off to a delicious start!
1h 30min
4
Explore the World Heritage-listed ‘Historic Villages of Shir
Explore the World Heritage-listed ‘Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go with your tour guide, followed by free time for you to explore the area by yourselves
5h

Meeting point

The meetup point is outside of the ticket gates at JR Takayama Station. Once you have left the gates, look to your left to see a walkway and a carving depicting an ornate wagon. You may wait nearby there until the tour begins at 9:00 A.M. Please look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tag

Useful information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour Availability Disclaimer All listed events, activities, and experiences are subject to availability. Please note that while certain tour options may appear bookable through our platforms, this does not guarantee that every experience can be carried out as scheduled in the tour itinerary. Many activities require direct confirmation with our partner venues, and availability may vary based on the date and other factors. Should any part of your ordered itinerary require adjustment or deviation from the original schedule, or if a specific experience is unavailable, we will contact you promptly to discuss suitable alternatives or amendments.
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Please make sure you choose the correct option. Depending on the day, the tour offers ONLY drop off at Kanazawa Station

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available

More than 1 day before100% refund
Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

Neonato0-4 anni
Bambino5-12 anni
€14,000
Adulto13-99 anni
€24,500

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Available options

Start and end at Takayama City
Start and end at Takayama: Start and end the tour at Takayama Station
End the tour at Kanazawa St
Start the tour from Takayama and end at Kanazawa Station