Private 1-Day Tour of Shirakawago: UNESCO, Onsen, Hiking & Waterfalls

Discover the Beauty of Shirakawago, Takayama & Onsen on a 7-9 Hour Private Tour. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawago and learn about the unique Gassho-zukuri architecture and traditional way of life. Visit the Wada House, where you can see traditional goods, and have your guide explain everything to you. Relax in the full-scale hot springs with excellent facilities and spend time all day around Takayama City. Go on a scenic hike and admire the dynamic Hirayu waterfall, and the over 1000-year-old giant tree called the "Oo-nezuko". Optional sightseeing activities include experiencing Japanese animation-like scenery, and other spots upon request.

Itinerary

Stop At: Shirakawa-go Gassho-style Houses
Discover how Shirakawa-go's Gassho-style houses are made and learn about the village's way of life.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Wada House
Explore a collection of traditional goods and hear explanations from your guide.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Hot Spring
Relax and soak in a traditional Japanese hot spring.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Hirayu Waterfall and Old Tree
Admire the dynamic Hirayu Waterfall and see a tree over 1,000 years old.

Duration: 2 hours

Key Takeaways

Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the main attraction of the tour, where visitors can learn about the traditional Gassho-zukuri architecture and the way of life of the villagers.

The tour includes a visit to the Wada house where visitors can see traditional goods and receive explanations from the tour guide.

The tour also includes a visit to an onsen (hot spring) to relax after hiking.

Hiking to see the dynamic Hirayu waterfall and a giant tree over 1000 years old, named the "Oo-nezuko" is also part of the tour itinerary.

The tour is private, with a minimum of 2 travelers, and a tour guide fee is included in the cost. Travelers are responsible for their own transportation fees and meal costs.

The tour duration is 7-9 hours, and the meeting point is the Shirakawa-go bus terminal. Travelers are advised to bring a towel for the hot spring and shoes for hiking.

The tour has a cancellation policy with increasing fees as the tour date approaches and is fully refundable if canceled due to bad weather conditions.

The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with heart disease or serious medical conditions.

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