Takayama Private Customizable Full Day Tour

Duration8h

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This private and customizable tour for Takayama is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.

Options

Private: 1 Driver + 1 Guide

Private Car: This tour includes private chartered vehicle (1 driver) with a tour expert (1 tour guide). All transportation costs included.
Pickup included

Public Transport

Bus, Trains or other
Pickup included

What's included

Hotel pickup and drop-off (if the hotel is within city center)
Choose 4 to 5 sites for a personalized tour of Takayama
English-speaking professional tour guide
8-hour fully customized tour with reservations and bookings made on your behalf
Transportation within the city only

Meals, food and drinks not specified
Fees for optional tours and activities for guests and tour guide
Gratuities (optional)

What to expect

Takayama Jinya
Pass by

Takayama Station, located at 22-2 Showamachi 1-chome, Takayama City
Hida Minzoka Mura Folk Village (Hida no Sato)
Pass by

1-590 Kamiokamotomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0031, Japan
Takayama Museum of History and Art
Pass by

1-19 Shimosannomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0841, Japan
Hida-Takayama Miyagawa Morning Market
Pass by

Shimosannomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0841, Japan
Higashiyama Walking Course
Pass by

84 Atagomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0855, Japan
Takayama Mikurumayama Matsuri
Pass by

36°07'06.5"N 137°14'54.1"E, 5 Chome-1 Tenmanmachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0025, Japan
Sanmachi Suji
Pass by

20 Kamisannomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0846, Japan
Takayama Showakan
Pass by

6 Shimoichinomachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0843, Japan
Takayama Festival Floats Exhibition Hall
Pass by

178 Sakuramachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0858, Japan
Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine
Pass by

178 Sakuramachi, Takayama, Gifu 506-0858, Japan

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet all travelers at a starting point.

End point

We meet all travelers at a starting point.

Pickup details

If guests are already in Takayama, the tour guide will pick up the guest at their hotel (if it's within the city center). If not, pick-up location will be provided to the guest before the tour date (the pick-up location will likely be at a convenient location, such as a train station). More details will be provided after booking.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Moderate Cancellation Policy:
We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before event
We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before event
PLEASE FILL OUT THE TOUR FORM:
After your booking, you will receive a link to the Katayama Form (within 48 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Takayama Form is completed accurately at least 7 days before your tour date
Every city in Japan has a lot to offer. There are many aspects to the city and many hidden and local spots that you may not have seen or heard of before. In the Custom Tour form that will be sent to you after your booking, you’ll be able to let us know of any attractions you have already visited and would not like to see again on this tour. We will carefully review your requests and will create an itinerary based on your preferences
If you cancel the tour any time after we have sent you the custom Itinerary, the service fee of 15% of your total tour cost will be nonrefundable
Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or inquire about a custom experience today
Mode of transportation: Transportation within the city only (either public transportation or private vehicle, based on your booking)
Custom Itinerary:
Organizing and planning a trip requires a lot of time, and if we have made reservations on your behalf, it may be challenging to cancel some booking requests. Once we receive your booking and responses from the Custom Tour form, we’ll begin creating your itinerary and organizing the necessary arrangements for your tour
How far in advance should I book?
Preparing a customized tour takes time, especially if restaurant or venue reservations are needed. We recommend booking as early as possible—ideally 3 months in advance, or at least 1 month before your travel date. For requests made within 7 days of travel, we may not be able to arrange the tour in time, and your booking request may be canceled with a full refund
What if I'm late?
We ask that all guests arrive at the location at least 10 minutes before the designated meet-up time
Guests are provided with the tour guides’ phone number before the tour and you can call the tour guide if you need help
Although this is a private tour, the tour guide will only wait for you for up to 30 minutes of start time before the tour is cancelled
Attire: Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions
Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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