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Takayama Half-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide | 4 hours

45 Reviews | Takayama
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Takayama Half-Day Private Tour with Government Licensed Guide
2 Adults x $238.80
$477.60
Approx Total
$477.60
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Japanese, English
  • Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Takayama
  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
  • Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'What to expect' list
  • Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
  • Private transportation
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.

Overview

This value-packed trip with a government-licensed and experienced multilingual tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Takayama! Takayama features an atmospheric townscape, with Meiji-era inns and hillside shrines in a riverside setting. In addition, many museums, galleries and temples make their home in the city's 17th century layout. Be sure to come see the Takayama Festival, held once in spring and once in autumn, but be prepared for the crowds as the festivals attract hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Let us know what you would like to experience and we will customize a four-hour tour that's best for you! Note*1: Please select your must-see spots from a list in the tour information to create your customized itinerary. Note*2: National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter certification is issued by the Japanese government requires a good knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and history.

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.

Free Cancellation

September 19100% refund
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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Great day out in Takayama

Published on Apr, 2025

Akane was very knowledgable and had planned a really lovely day out for us in takayama. She seemed to know everyone in the town and showed us all the local highlights, food places and crafts shops.

Annie is an amazing guide……… the best Takayama experience.

Published on Apr, 2025

We had a great 4 hours with Annie in Takayama. She showed us the local special places and listened to what we asked to see. Her local knowledge allowed us to see and visit sights we would have missed had we done the walking tour solo by ourselves. Annie was fun, delightful and left we Takayama with a new friend. Make sure you ask for Annie when making your Takayama tour guide booking.

FANTASTIC TIME IN TAKAYAMA

Published on Apr, 2025

We were lucky to have Lily as our guide. She is knowledgeable, kind and caring. We had such a good time in Takayama, hearing about its history, its culture and cuisine. Lyly also reserved a restaurant where we had a nice lunch and learned more about life in Japan as Lily shared from her life experiences. Thank you so much for a lovely, unforgettable time in Takayama. -leo & evelyn

1/2 Day Takayama Overview

Published on Apr, 2025

We enjoyed a terrific tour around Takayama with our excellent guide, Annie. Over 4+ hours, Annie gave us a very informative and expansive exposure to many of the sights & experiences around her hometown. We highly recommend booking a 4 hour walking to get a good overview of Takayama that can be tailored to your specific interests.

There is flexibility on...

Published on Mar, 2025

There is flexibility on what you can see so you can customize the tour to your interests. Yuriko-san was knowledgeable and answered our questions.

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