Private Tour of Shirakawago and Gokayama from Kanazawa

Name: Private Tour of Shirakawago and Gokayama from Kanazawa
Brand: Eland Adventure
SKU: 4971
Price: 317 USD
Availability: InStock

Activity Duration (7 hours)

Moderate

Hosted in Japanese, English

Private Tour of Shirakawago and Gokayama from Kanazawa

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About

Take a private tour from Kanazawa to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Shirakawago and Gokayama.

What you'll do

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.

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.

Additional pickup options

Pickup detailsWe collect from all Kanazawa Hotels. If your hotel is not listed, please let us know your hotel name so that we can arrange the pick up
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.

End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

All taxes, fees and handling charges
English Speaking Driver
Private Car
Parking Fees
Local taxes
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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

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Eland Adventure

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

Stop: 90 minutes ·Admission included

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

The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses

Stop: 3 hours ·Admission included

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