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Shirakawago half day tour
Joined 2018
We are going to explore the world heritage site- Shirakawago together.
With my detailed explanation of the history, culture and fun facts about the village, you can understand more about Shirakawago and also in love with this little village.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
at your hotel in Takayama / in Shirakawago
Enjoying picture time in the must-see beautiful observatory of the village
Strolling along the village with detailed explanation and fun facts of the village
Visiting and enjoying tea in the traditional Gassho-style house
Ending Point
at your hotel in Takayama / in Shirakawago
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 fee, hotel pick-up in Takayama
transportation fee (you and guide) (round trip bus fee is 4,600 yen per person between Takayama and Shirakawago)
lunch(about 1000 yen)
entrance fee(300 yen per person, optional)
Tour Important Information
Please ask me about my availability before booking the tour.
Please pay my transportation fee between Takayama and Shirakawago.
Important message from the supplier
I can guide you in Shirakawago if you can pay the transportation fee between Takayama and Shirakawago.
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 2018
About Tour Guide Bonnie C.
I am a cheerful and energetic lady from Hong Kong.
I came to Takayama first as a tourist since 2014 and I fell in love with this region.
In spare time, I enjoy exploring traditional events
and festivals as well as new restaurants in all these areas.
Being a tour conductor in Shirakawago, I am equipped with knowledge and skills
in guiding single traveler, family and groups(more than 40 guests).
With my fluent English, Chinese and abundant knowledge of this
region, I am confident to show you around and tailor-made your desirable schedule.
I am looking forward to seeing you.
Reviews
“Shirakawago and Takayama”
Thank you Bonnie we had an amazing day with you. Your knowledge of the Takayama and Shirakawago area was fantastic and we loved walking the streets of Takayama and sampling the wonderful foods. Thank you for your generosity arranging our bus to Shirakawago. You were so kind to also help us with our JR tickets for our trip to Kyoto. I would definitely recommend you take this tour with Bonnie- you will never come across another town like Shirakawago in your life!! And Takayama is an amazing town with hardly any crowds! Totally recommend!!
Bonnie C.
Thank you Leanne! I have a lovely day with your family too :) The 9 hours passed quickly! Take care! If I have a chance to visit you, I will let you know! Best wishes to you and your family!
“Takayama and Shirakawago with our guide Bonnie”
Bonnie has an excellent english. Friendly and accommodating. Well organized. Takayama and Shirakawago trips are our highlights of the day thanks to her initiative. Thank you Bonnie!
Bonnie C.
Thank you so much for joining the tour. I am glad to know that you all enjoy it. It is such a lovely time with you all. Have a nice trip!
“Fun and knowledgeable tour guide”
Bonnie took us for a full day around Takayama and Shirakawa-Go. Even though it was a rainy day out, she remained vivacious, engaging and switched-on the whole time. She was well-prepared and knowledgeable about the areas she brought us too, and her passion for her adopted home really shone through the whole time. She even took us to her favourite retail spots for some shopping of local craftsmen wares which really capped off a marvellous day.
Bonnie C.
Thanks for joining my tour. I am so happy to guide you and your friend as you two are my first guests after 3 years. I am glad that you enjoyed the time regardless of the weather and I hope to guide you all again in the future! Take care, Bonnie
$169/ per group
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