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【Private Car Tour】World Heritage Shirakawa-go & Shogawa River Cruise from Kanazawa
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Joined 2023
Discover the timeless beauty of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage village known for its iconic thatched-roof houses. Stroll through history, then unwind on a scenic Shogawa River cruise surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes.
- Winter transforms the village into a magical snow-covered fairytale.
- Autumn paints the valley in breathtaking shades of red and gold.
A perfect blend of culture and nature in one unforgettable day.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- Travel comfortably by private car through the scenic Hokuriku countryside.
Shirakawago
Discover the iconic thatched-roof gassho-zukuri farmhouses.
Visit panoramic viewpoints, walk through the traditional village, and learn about rural life dating back over 250 years.
Lunch
Enjoy regional specialties such as Hida beef or handmade soba. The lunch is not included in the tour fee.
Shogawa River Cruise
Relax on a scenic boat ride through dramatic cliffs and seasonal landscapes. A peaceful contrast to the village walk.
Return to Kanazawa
Ending Point
At your hotel
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide service fee, hotel pick-up
Car cost such as gas, tolls, parking fees.
Shirakawa-go farmhouse entry: 400 JPY per person
Shuttle bus to the observatory: 600 JPY per person
(Optional – if you prefer, we can hike about 10 minutes to the observatory instead of taking the bus.)
Shogawa River cruise: 3,400 JPY (Adult) / 1,700 JPY (Child)
Lunch (2000JPY 〜）
Tour Important Information
1, This tour basically starts and ends in Kanazawa.
If you like to change the last destination, not Kanazawa, please feel free to ask me.
2, The GWG guide fee here includes the guide fee, car, gas, highway tolls, and parking. It excludes meals and entrance fee for both guide and participants.
-Shirakawago house 400JPY per person
-Bus to the observatory 600JPY per person (Optional: if you like to hike 10 mins to the observatory, we don't need to take the bus. )
-Sho river cruise 3,400JPY(Adult)/1,700JPY(Child)
3, If you have any requests for lunch, please let me know in advace. I try to find the restaurant you would like to go as much as possible.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Yoji K.
Hello,
I'm Yoji, based in Kanazawa.
I spent my formative years in Kanazawa and pursued my master's degree in the United States. Having lived in Washington D.C. and California for six years, I then resided and worked in China and various Southeast Asian countries. My passion lies in exploring new destinations and connecting with people worldwide. Now, it's my turn to extend the same hospitality I've received to you. I specialize in crafting personalized tours tailored to your interests and preferences. If you're a food enthusiast, you've come to the right place. For those seeking to delve into Japan's rich history and culture, I highly recommend joining my full-day tour in Kanazawa. Additionally, I offer tours to Shirakawago and Takayama. Let's embark on an unforgettable journey together.
Reviews
Andre utoro P.
“Toyama River Cruise and favorite local Ramen Hidden Gems”
Yoji’s service is always to the fullest. He was willing to adjust the pace and asked lots of questions to make sure he understand what we wanted. And he did. We booked him on 2 seperate days, and so he spent 2 nights waiting for us. He even was willing to pick us from hotel and drop us for dinner together. His English is impeccable. His global knowledge is also a plus. Really recommend him for private tour.
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Yoji K.
Thank you very much for taking your time to leave such a great review on me. You treated me very well even though you didn’t need to do so. I appreciate your kindness and friendship. I had great time with you all. I hope you have a great time in Japan. Again, thank you for finding me as your guide this time. Please stay in touch.
Ceri I.
“A wonderful afternoon in Kanazawa!”
We spent a great afternoon with Yoji exploring the main sites in Kanazawa. He was a delightful host, taking time to explain the history, point out small details we otherwise would have missed, introducing cultural traditions, and making great recommendations for the rest of our stay. If you are visiting the city for the first time, Yoji provides a great introduction. If you are there on a return visit, he delves deeper into the stories of the city and the prefecture. Highly recommended!!
Yoji K.
Thank you very much for great review on me. I had a wonderful time with you on that day. I hope you enjoyed the day with me and are enjoying your stay in Japan. Thank you for giving me such a great opportunity to me. Kind regards, Yoji
Iuliana L.
“Pleasant Sunday trip”
We had a very nice Sunday trip with Yoji through the old japanese villages. The driving was smooth, guidance well informed and balanced and we felt as we had a pleasant travel companion knowledgeable and polite rather than an "official guide". Highly recommend.
Yoji K.
Thank you very much for great review. I had a wonderful day with both of you. A lot of jokes and laugh on that day. I could learn a lot about your country. I hope you enjoyed the day with me and are enjoying your journey in Japan. Again, thank you for everything you did to me. Kind regards, Yoji
$891/ per group
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