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

From the observation deck on Shirakawago-45

From the observatory, which was built in Shirakawago in winter

From the observation deck at Forty-Five Mountains in Winter

Gokayama Ainokura Gassho-style village in winter

Duration7h 45m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Group sizeUp to 40 travelers

Overview

Tour dates: Every Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday

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 forehand, JR Kanazawa Station, Kanazawa Port (West Exit) Group Bus Stop
08:00 p.m. - The post-season news - The post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the post-season news - the departure from JR Kanazawa Station.
09:15 - 09:30 Michi no Eki Shirakawa-go
09: 40 - 11 : 45 Shirakawa-go free walking
11 : 45 - 12 : 30 Lunch
13 : 15 - 14 : 15 Gokayama Aikura Gassho Village
15 : 45 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 45 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 : : 00 : 00 : : 00 : : 00 : : 00 : 00 : : 00 : : 00 : : 00 : : : 00 : : 00 : : 00 : : : 00 : : 00 : : : 00 : : 00 : : 00 : : : : 00 : 00 : : : 00 : : : : 00 : : 00 : : : 00 : : 00 : : : : 00 : : : 00 : : : 00 : : 00 : : : 00 : : : : 00 : : 00 : : : 00 : : 00 : : : : : : 00 : 00 : : : 00 : : : 00 : : : : 00 : : 00 : : : : : 00 : : 00 : : 00 : : : : 00 : : 00 : : : : : : : 00 : : : : : : 00 00 : : : : 00 : : 00 00 : :

*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).

What's included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Japanese set meal using traditional food from the Hida region

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

What to expect

Michi-no-Eki - Shirakawago
15m

You can visit the Gassho Museum attached to Michi-no-Eki Shirakawa-go.Before going to Shirakawa-go, please look at the Gassho-zukuri structure.We also sell lots of souvenirs.
Also, since December 29th to January 1st is a regular holiday, we will be stopping at a different location.
The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses
2h 50m · Admission ticket not included

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
1h · Admission ticket not included

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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) of JR Kanazawa Station Group Bus Stop
(Right side of the taxi stand / Hyatt Centric Hotel side)

*Please follow the directions on the Group Bus Stop sign.
*It is not on the rotary side of Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) of Kanazawa Station.
*This is not a departure from Kanazawa Station Kenrokuen Exit (East Exit).
*There are several bus stops for Shirakawago, so please make sure not to mistake them.

End point

Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) of JR Kanazawa Station Group Bus Stop
(Right side of the taxi stand / Hyatt Centric Hotel side)

*Please follow the directions on the Group Bus Stop sign.
*It is not on the rotary side of Kanazawa Port Exit (West Exit) of Kanazawa Station.
*This is not a departure from Kanazawa Station Kenrokuen Exit (East Exit).
*There are several bus stops for Shirakawago, so please make sure not to mistake them.

Additional information

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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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