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[One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go and Gokayama - Two World Heritage Villages Enjoyable Bus Tour

Location Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
$94.06
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Overview

This bus tour departs from Kanazawa Station where you can enjoy the world heritage site Shirakawago and the Gasshozukuri settlement of Gokayama in a day.The tour is accompanied by an English speaking staff, so it is safe for foreigners.On the bus, your guide will give you a walking map of each tourist destination.The guide will guide you through the sights and souvenirs beforehand, so you can enjoy walking around efficiently.Lunch is a Japanese set meal full of local dishes from the Hida region and mountain produce.You don't have to worry about food, so you can take a leisurely stroll.
The tour ends (arrival at Kanazawa Station) at 3:45 p.m.

<Itinerary>
07:50 The JR Kanazawa Station assembly Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) Group bus drop-off point
08:00 forehand departs JR Kanazawa Station
09:15 - 09:30 Michi no Eki "Shirakawago"
09:40 - 11:45 Shirakawa-go Freedom walk
11:45 - 12:30 Lunch
13:15 - 14:15 Gokayama Aikura Gassho Village Free walk
15:45 Group bus stop at the west exit of Kanazawa Port Station

*Schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to road conditions, weather, etc.
*Michi no Eki Shirakawago is closed from December 29 to January 1.On regular holidays, we will stop at Jottekale Castleside (Toyama Prefecture).
*The price of the trip does not include admission to each facility or meals during free time.
*Infants do not include meals.Bus seat prices only.If you require infant meals, please book as a child.
*Under 2s are free.Bus seats and meals are not included.

Notes
Please climb the Ogimachi Castle Ruins Observatory yourself.Walking is about 10 to 15 minutes one way.A paid shuttle bus costs 300 yen one way (paid locally).
[One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go and Gokayama - Two World Heritage Villages Enjoyable Bus Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours 45 minutes

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  • Japanese set meal using traditional food from the Hida region
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • The price of the trip does not include admission to each facility or meals during free time.
  • Optional travel accident insurance premium
  • Medical expenses related to disability/illness
  • personal expenses
  • Transportation expenses, lodging expenses, food and beverage expenses, etc. in case of activities other than the travel itinerary
  • Meals are not included for infants. Only the bus seat fee will be charged. If you require infant meals, please book as a child.

Meeting point
JR Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) Group Bus Stop (About 1 minute walk from Kanazawa Port Exit, to the right of the taxi stand / Follow the signs for "Group Bus Stop") *Not on the rotary side of Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit). *Does not depart from Kanazawa Station Kenrokuen Exit (East Exit).
Return details
JR Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) Group Bus Stop (About 1 minute walk from Kanazawa Port Exit, to the right of the taxi stand / Follow the signs for "Group Bus Stop") *Not on the rotary side of Kanazawa Station Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit). *Does not depart from Kanazawa Station Kenrokuen Exit (East Exit).

  • Michi-no-Eki - Shirakawago
    You can tour the Gassho Museum attached to the roadside station Shirakawago. Take a look at the Gassho-zukuri structure before heading to Shirakawa-go. They also sell many souvenirs. Please note that we will be closed from December 29th to January 1st, so you will have to stop at a different location. *From April 2024, the drop-in time will be 15 minutes.
  • The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses
    The World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go is open for free exploration. Stroll at your own pace and enjoy the countryside at your own pace. A delicious lunch full of mountain delicacies is included. *The total duration of the tour is 2 hours and 50 minutes, including lunch.
  • Ainokura Gassho Community
    It is a free walk in the World Heritage Site, Gokayama Ainokura Village. Please enjoy slow mountain time in the Gokayama Ainokura village where the original scenery of Japan remains dark with a calm atmosphere in the Gassho-style village.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    [One-day bus tour departing from Kanazawa Station] Shirakawa-go and Gokayama - Two World Heritage Villages Enjoyable Bus Tour

    Location Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan
    $94.06
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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