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    Shirakawago & Kanazawa from Kyoto by bullet train

    By Amigo Tours JapanProduct code 5522662P48
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    Duration

    14 hours 15 minutes

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English, Spanish

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Pickup

    Pickup details available

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Tokyo

    Why Travelers Love This

    14 hours 15 minutesMobile ticketsPickup details available

    Overview

    Embark on a unique journey starting with the visit to the charming village of Shirakawago. A magical place designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its gassho-zukuri houses with steep thatched roofs evoke a landscape frozen in time. Enjoy free time to explore the village at your own pace and savor a traditional lunch surrounded by a dreamlike setting. Begin your day at the majestic Kenrokuen Garden, a peaceful haven famous for its harmony between nature and Japanese art. Stroll among crystal-clear ponds, stone bridges, and centuries-old trees. Continue the experience in the Nishi Chaya District or Nagamachi, depending on the day, where cobblestone streets and traditional teahouses will transport you to the era of geishas and samurais, offering a unique atmosphere full of history and elegance. This tour offers an immersive experience of Japan’s culture and heritage.

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Transportation from the meeting point

    Other

    Bilingual guide in English and Spanish

    Other

    Train ticket from / to Kyoto (If option selected)

    Other

    Entrance to Kenrokuen Garden

    Not included

    Other

    Food and drinks

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    Please meet the guide at the meeting point, in Kanazawa City Centennial Monument, 1 Chome-8 Hirooka, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0031, Japón

    The tour starts on your own at Kyoto Station to take the train to Kanazawa. Upon arrival, leave the station and head to the Kanazawa City Centennial Monument, 1 Chome-8 Hirooka, where you will meet up with the rest of the group.

    End point

    Please meet the guide at the meeting point, in Kanazawa City Centennial Monument, 1 Chome-8 Hirooka, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0031, Japón

    The tour starts on your own at Kyoto Station to take the train to Kanazawa. Upon arrival, leave the station and head to the Kanazawa City Centennial Monument, 1 Chome-8 Hirooka, where you will meet up with the rest of the group.

    Pickup details

    If you book the option from Kyoto the departure time indicated is estimated and corresponds to the scheduled departure time of your train ride to Kanazawa. The exact departure time will be confirmed the day before the tour date, when we will send you your digital tickets. In your booking confirmation, you will also find detailed instructions for taking the train from Kyoto Station to Kanazawa. Please note that this part of the tour is without a guide. This phone +81 0120-587-697 will only be valid for domestic calls. For international calls outside Japan it will be +525555227749 your voucher to the guide at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    Standard14 hours 15 minutes
    1

    Stop 1

    2 hoursAdmission included

    Your journey begins at Kyoto Station (If option selected), where you will board the train to Kanazawa. As you travel at high speed through Japan’s picturesque countryside, take in the scenic landscapes along the way. The train ticket is included, ensuring a smooth and comfortable ride to your destination.

    2

    Stop 2

    1 hourAdmission included

    Once you have arrived to Kanazawa, to reach the meeting point, go outside Kanazawa Station and head to Kanazawa City Centennial Monument, where you will meet up with the rest of the group. A comfortable bus will take you to the first destination

    3

    Stop 3

    4 hoursAdmission included

    The first stop is the charming village of Shirakawago, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This picturesque village is famous for its traditional gassho-zukuri houses, with steep thatched roofs shaped like praying hands, designed to withstand heavy snowfall. Then, board the bus and head towards Kenrokuen Garden for the next part of the journey.

    4

    Stop 4

    2 hoursAdmission included

    The tour continues to Kenrokuen Garden, considered one of Japan’s most beautiful gardens and a true oasis of art and nature. Its ponds reflecting trees and flowers, elegant bridges, stone lanterns, and carefully designed pathways offer a unique experience of harmony and tranquility, no matter the season. Then walk to the Nishi Chaya District or Nagamachi ( depending on the day)

    5

    Stop 5

    1 hourAdmission included

    After visiting the garden, the itinerary heads to the historic districts of Nishi Chaya or Nagamachi, depending on the day. Both neighborhoods preserve Kanazawa’s traditional charm: Nishi Chaya, with its classic teahouses, transports visitors to the Edo period, while Nagamachi, the former samurai district, invites guests to wander its cobblestone streets and admire residences that retain the elegance of centuries past.

    6

    Stop 6

    30 minutesAdmission included

    Once the visit to Nishi Chaya or Nagamachi is over, begin the journey back to Kanazawa Station.

    7

    Stop 7

    2 hoursAdmission included

    Your guide will bid you farewell as you board the train back to Kyoto. Relax and enjoy the comfortable journey as you retrace your route through the scenic landscapes of Japan. Your tour concludes upon arrival at Kyoto Station, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Shirakawago and Kanazawa.

    Additional Info

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Physical Medium

    Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Other

    This phone +81 0120-587-697 will only be valid for domestic calls. For international calls outside Japan it will be +525555227749

    Other

    Please note that if you choose the option wich includes train ticket the tour starts on your own at Kyoto Station to take the train to Kanazawa. Upon arrival, leave the station and head to the Kanazawa City Centennial Monument, 1 Chome-8 Hirooka, where you will meet up with the rest of the group.

    Cancellation Policy

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

    Policy type

    Standard

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

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

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