Private Tour

Iya Valley All Must-Sees Private Chauffeur Full-day Tour with a Driver

Overview

6 hours

Mobile ticket

For a more efficient way to explore Iya Valley, take a private taxi on a one-day tour!

To start your day, meet your driver at your hotel near Oboke Staion. Potential stops on a six-hour tour include the Manikin Peeing Boy Statue, with stunning views of the steep surrounding mountains and turquoise Iya River; Iya Kazurabashi vine bridge, Ochiai Village, a small hamlet in the heart of Iya Valley with farm houses from the mid-Edo era; and Oku-Iya Kazurabashi double vine bridges.

Note*1: The driver for this tour has a limited level of English. Your driver will communicate with you using a translation app. Please decide your itinerary or send a list of your desired sites to see 1 week before the tour date and send it directly to Japan Guide Agency.

Note*2: Tour details has a possibility of change due to seasonal influence, Mt. Tsurugi and Okuiyanijukazurabashi is closed during the winter season, December to March.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.

If you want to visit Mt. Tsurugi, you have to extend the tour duration by 2 hours as it takes about one hour from Iya Valley to Mt. Tsurugi.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Private vehicle

Local driver: The driver for this tour has a limited level of English.

Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'

Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses

You cannot combine multiple tour groups

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Iya Kazura Bridge

In the past centuries over 13 of these bridges offered passage over the Iya River, but nowadays only 3 remain. **Oku-Iya Double Vine Bridge is closed during winter season**

30 minutes • Admission Not Included

The Peeing Boy Of Iya Gorge

Visitors have a stunning view over the steep surrounding mountains and the turquoise Iya river, flowing more than 200 meters below them.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Van (Up to 7 Pax)

Van (Up to 7 Pax)
Pickup included

Regular (for 3 PAX)

Regular (for 3 PAX)
Pickup included

Reviews

4.87

15 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Beautiful landscapes
Chantal R,
Sep 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This excursion allowed us to see the most beautiful corners of the Iya Valley. Through winding and narrow paths, we were able to easily admire the best corners. Of course, the ivy bridges remain the highlight of the excursion, but the whole walk is beautiful. Thanks to our driver (unfortunately I forgot his name, not having written my review close enough to the activity). Although we were told that he would not speak much English, he was really very good at English and knew how to guide us throughout this tour. Thanks again.
Friendly, Helpful, and Memorable Taxi Tour
Antonella V,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had a wonderful tour with our taxi driver. He was very friendly and helpful, answering all our questions and even going back to retrieve the wallet I had forgotten. He also took plenty of pictures for us and drove us to a great place for lunch, making sure to find somewhere that could accommodate my allergies. He carried a portable translator to explain each spot, but even without it, we could ask him about life in the valley and he happily answered. Overall, it was a very good and memorable experience. ありがとうございました。
This was the day we were...
Annabelle T,
Nov 19, 2024
- Viator
5.00
This was the day we were most looking forward to on our trip and it did not disappoint. Our guide did not speak any English but came prepared with a nifty electronic translator. He was an exceptional driver as well - I could not imagine navigating the winding roads myself. We got our fill of the beautiful scenery, the vine bridges, and lunch at a traditional soba restaurant. This is a must-see area!

From ¥48,000