Private Tour

1 Day Private Charter Tour to Shirakawa-go & Takayama

Overview

Available languages

Japanese

English

8 hours

Mobile ticket

We focus on comfort, exclusivity, and cultural depth. Designed as a fully private experience, it allows guests to enjoy a flexible itinerary tailored to their interests, free from the constraints of group schedules. Travelers are provided with a dedicated vehicle and professional driver, ensuring a smooth, safe, and relaxing journey through the scenic mountain landscapes. The tour highlights the UNESCO-listed gassho-zukuri farmhouses of Shirakawago and the preserved Edo-period streets of Takayama, offering an immersive encounter with Japan’s heritage. By combining personalized service with authentic cultural exploration, this tour delivers a refined and memorable experience.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Customisable Tour( Guests can add 1-2 sites of their choice that are not included itinerary of Tour)

Private transportation

Bottled water

English speaking driver

Air-conditioned vehicle

Fuel surcharge

Lunch

Snacks

Wada House

Takayama Jinya

Hida no Stao

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

The Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go Gassho Style Houses

The world heritage site, Shirakawago, is a free walk. Take a stroll at your own pace and enjoy the countryside at your leisure. with a delicious lunch full of mountain food.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Ogimachi Castle Old Site Observatory

Enjoy the unique view of Shirakawago village from the best angle and height.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Up to 3 persons

Sedan
Pickup included

Luxurious Conveyance( 3person)

Land Cruiser Prado
Pickup included

Up to 9 Persons

Toyata Hiace Commuter 10seater
Pickup included

Up to 13 persons

Toyota Hiace commuter 14seater
Pickup included

Up to 5 persons

Pickup included

Reviews

4.69

209 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

182

A very enjoyable tour
FrancisK H,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Visiting Shirakawago in the summer is much different than visiting in the winter. Both are unique experiences and worth the visit. A must visit place.
Great guide - great sites- great day.
Lisa H,
Jun 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
First our tour guide made this experience for us. Maaz is charming, welcoming and knows the area very well. Even though it was a dreary rainy day we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. He made sure everyone was enjoying themselves and were taken care of. Made great recommendations The sites are really quite beautiful - could not have been better. Highly rcommend
Great way to travel and explore Shirakago and takayama
efrat b,
Apr 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Gahar was a very kind and safe driver. He took us to both villages and waited for us while we had a nice walk around the village. He picked us up at the location we asked and overall it was comfortable and easy to eat to travel and explore these villages.
Lovely way to see these beautiful, historic towns!
Brigitt J,
Apr 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had a wonderful day visiting Shirakawa-go and Toyama with Goher. He picked us up promptly and was very kind to accommodate a stop for coffee. Goher told us about each place and shared things about himself along the way. He walked with us in Shirakawa-go and then waited in Toyama while we had lunch and explored the small streets. It was such a nice way to spend a day to explore these beautiful historic towns. Well worth the money to have the private experience so we could adjust where we wanted to spend more/less time. Goher was a very nice guide — open, kind and very polite. Highly recommend!
Great time exploring World Heritage Sites
James A,
Oct 17, 2024
- Viator
5.00
This excursion into the mountains of Japan to see world heritage sites is a once in a lifetime experience. The beauty of the mountains and incredible views are stunning. Shirakawa-go and Hida no Sato were on our list to visit before leaving Japan. Smile Tours were great! The itinerary is packed and you see the best places but also can be flexible! Our guide was Zahain, and he was very friendly, spoke English and above all was a safe driver and patient driver! The all day adventure was worth it!