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Private Tour of Shirakawago and Gokayama from Kanazawa
Activity Duration (7 hours)
Moderate
Hosted in Japanese, English
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Overview
What you'll do
Take a private tour from Kanazawa to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Shirakawago and Gokayama.
Tour Highlight
Spend a day exploring the breathtaking alpine villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama. With Kanazawa hotel pickup and drop-off included, you'll save time organizing your own transport. Travel in a private vehicle between the dispersed sites, which would be difficult to reach by public transport. Along the way, learn about the rural mountain life in two picturesque UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
What is included?
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- English Speaking Driver
- Private Car
- Parking Fees
- Local taxes
- Hotel pickup and dropoff
- Entry/Admission Gokayama
- Entry/Admission The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses
What is not included?
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Professional Tour Guide
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- If your hotel is not listed, please let us know your hotel name so that we can arrange the pick up
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Meet your host
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Eland Adventure
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Host since 2025
Itinerary
Kanazawa Nature & Scenic Tour Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Private Tour of Shirakawago and Gokayama from Kanazawa in Kanazawa, Japan. This nature & scenic tour experience includes 2 stops over 1 day. Duration: 7 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Gokayama
1
Gokayama
Stop: 90 minutes
Our English speaking driver will take you directly to the hamlet of Gokayama, a beautiful Alpine village along the Sho river where you can walk among the Gasho zukuri style(Hands in prayer) thatched roofs. You will spend 90 minutes here exploring the village and houses. Gokayama is more remote than Shirakawago and so receives less than half of visitors. This UNESCO and Michelin rated location is one not to be missed. Read moreMore about Gokayama
2
The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses
Stop: 3 hours
Next onto the adjacent valley where the UNESCO village of Shirakawa-go is nestled. You will spend 2 and half hours here, exploring the town and taking in lunch. Crossing the spectacular pedestrian bridge across the Sho river, your senses will be filled with the sounds and smells of authentic rural life. This fairy-tale village is bound to inspire you as one of Japans most picturesque sites. Read moreMore about The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses
This concludes the tour.
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