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2 Day Private Tour at Shirakawago and Kanazawa by Car

By The Washoku Club Culture and Food Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is €757 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Embark on an exclusive full-day journey by private air-conditioned car to discover two of Japan’s most enchanting destinations. Begin with a visit to the picturesque village of Shirakawago, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its iconic gassho-zukuri houses with steep thatched roofs, creating a timeless and fairy-tale atmosphere. Enjoy free time to wander through the village at your own pace and take in the beauty of the surroundings, with the option to enjoy a traditional local lunch.Continue your journey to Kanazawa, starting with the serene Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s most celebrated landscape gardens, where crystal-clear ponds, elegant stone bridges, and centuries-old trees create a perfect balance between nature and traditional Japanese aesthetics.The experience concludes in the historic Higashi Chaya District, where cobblestone streets and beautifully preserved teahouses evoke the refined world of geishas, offering a glimpse into Japan’s rich cultural heritage.

Activity location

  • Shirakawago
    • 517 Hatogaya
    • 501-5629, Shirakawa-mura, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Shirakawago
    • 517 Hatogaya
    • 501-5629, Shirakawa-mura, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

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2 Day Private Tour at Shirakawago and Kanazawa by Car
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€757.46 x 1 Adult€757.46
Total
Price is €757.46
Until Tue, 14 Apr

What's included, what's not

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    Professional local driver
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    Water
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    Hotel pick up and Drop off
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    1 Local Snacks
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    Bilingual guide in English and Japanese
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    AC Private Car for the 2 Days
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    2 days of culture private tour with local Guide
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    Entrance to Kenrokuen Garden
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    Tipping
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    Entrance Fees

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Shirakawago

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Shirakawago

  • 3h
The first stop is the charming village of Shirakawago, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picturesque village is famous for its traditional gassho-zukuri houses, with steep thatched roofs shaped like praying hands, designed to withstand heavy snowfall. Then, board the bus and head towards Kenrokuen Garden for the next part of the journey.

Kenrokuen Garden

  • 1h
The tour continues to Kenrokuen, considered one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens and a true oasis of art and nature. Its ponds reflecting trees and flowers, elegant bridges, stone lanterns, and carefully designed pathways offer a unique experience of harmony and tranquility, no matter the season. Then walk to the Higashi Chaya district.

Kenrokuen Meiji Memorial Mark

  • 2h
Kenrokuen Meiji Memorial Mark, Kanazawa, Japan

Day 2: Shirakawago and Kanazawa

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Not included

Kenrokuen no Yukizuri

  • 1h
Kenrokuen no Yukizuri, Kanazawa, Japan

Kenrokuen Kasumiga-ike Pond

  • 2h
Kasumiga-ike Pond is the central,man-made centrepiece of Kenrokuen Garden in Kanazawa, Japan, recognised as one of Japan's most beautiful strolling gardens. Spanning 5.8 square kilometres, this historic, hand-dug pond features the famous two-legged Kotoji-toro lantern, Horai Island, and stunning panoramic views of the garden and city.

Higashichaya Old Town

  • 2h
After visiting the garden, the itinerary heads to the historic district of Higashi Chaya. Step into the historic district of Higashi Chaya and wander along its picturesque cobblestone streets, framed by beautifully preserved teahouses that echo the elegance of the Edo period. Renowned for its geishas, who continue to uphold Japan’s traditional arts, this district offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and living tradition—an ideal setting for a truly authentic Japanese experience.

Location

Activity location

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    Shirakawago
    • 517 Hatogaya
    • 501-5629, Shirakawa-mura, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Shirakawago
    • 517 Hatogaya
    • 501-5629, Shirakawa-mura, Gifu Prefecture, Japan

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