One Way Bus from Kanazawa to Takayama with a stop at Shirakawago
Description
Itinerary Time Table: Kanazawa (Dep. 13:50) → Shirakawago (Arr. 15:10, Dep. 16:40) → Takayama (Arr. 17:40) *Please note that times may vary due to traffic conditions. **Please arrive at the station 10 minutes before the departure time. Please note: This is a transportation service only and not a guided tour. Embark on a captivating journey from Kanazawa to the enchanting UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go, a picturesque village nestled in the heart of Japan. Step back in time and marvel at the well-preserved thatched-roof houses, a testament to centuries of traditional craftsmanship and culture. During your 1.5 hour stop, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the village with a self-guided walking tour map given to you by the driver, leading you to a carefully selected viewpoint. Capture stunning photographs, walk along the charming streets, and perhaps visit some of the local shops.
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Itinerary
Enjoy 90 minutes of free time to enjoy Shirakawa-go, which offers breathtaking views in every season. Whether it’s the snow-covered rooftops in winter, the vibrant colors of autumn, the lush greenery of summer, or the blooming cherry blossoms in spring, this village is a sight to behold.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ages 0-2 free (seat not included); must sit on an adult's lap
- Our business hours are from 10:00 to 17:00 JST on weekdays, during which we are available to respond to emails.
- Please check in 10 minutes before the booked start time
- Schedule subject to change due to traffic or weather conditions for safety
- This is a transportation service - all sightseeing will be self-guided.
Reviews(16)
Although slightly more expensive than the train to Takayama, the journey is half of the fun and the scenery is beautiful. The bright yellow bus was easy to spot at the terminal.
Efficient and smooth This is an amazing way to get from Kanazawa to Takayama. There's no need to do luggage forwarding as there's plenty of space in the bus. The stop at shirakawago was perfect. There's enough time to explore, quick shopping, and grab a bite or two.
Driver was friendly. Trip was just as advertised, well planned and it sticked to its promised timetable. Would totally recommend, specially when going directly to Takayama, it allows for a small stop (but totally worth it) to Shirakawa-go
Very good trip comfortable leaves on time sir conditioned USB charging amazing views well worth the price inexpensive Best way to get to Takayama from Kanazawa the stop in Shirakawa is an added bonus
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're delighted that you enjoyed the comfort of the coach, the onboard USB charging, and the beautiful scenery along the route. It's especially nice to hear that you found the stop in Shirakawa-go to be a memorable bonus during your journey. Thank you for recommending our service, and we hope to travel with you again on your next trip to Japan!
We cannot fault the driver for his professional approach, however, due to assumed traffic congestion when arriving at Shirakawa-go, we were only permitted 50 minutes to tour this lovely village, which did not allow us to appreciate this world heritage area.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're pleased to hear that you appreciated our driver's professionalism. We also understand your disappointment regarding the time spent in Shirakawa-go. On some days, traffic conditions can be unpredictable, and in order to maintain the overall schedule and ensure a safe arrival at the final destination, we may need to adjust the sightseeing time. We sincerely apologize that you were not able to spend as much time in the village as you had hoped. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will continue to review our operations to provide the best possible experience for our guests.
Could have used more time at Shirakawago but otherwise ride was great.
Thank you for your feedback! We're pleased to hear that you enjoyed the journey. We also appreciate your suggestion regarding the time in Shirakawa-go. We'll certainly take your comments into consideration as we continue to improve our services. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on board again in the future.
Very easy to find the bus, a comfortable ride and enough time to experience Shirakawago. Great way to get from Kanazawa to Takayama.
We're glad to hear that you found the meeting point easy to locate and enjoyed a comfortable journey. It's also great to know you had enough time to explore Shirakawa-go at your own pace. Thank you for choosing LIMON Tours for your trip from Kanazawa to Takayama. We hope to see you again on another route in Japan!
Bus from stop number one was clean, prompt and driver was friendly. Recorded English instructions. Enough time to view the stunning village. Lots of people.
Thank you for your kind review. We’re glad you enjoyed the tour and appreciate your feedback. We hope to see you again soon!
Wonderful opportunity to see a magnificent village Shiracawago and get to Totayama along the scenic road.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re glad you enjoyed visiting Shirakawago and the scenic journey to Toyama. We hope to welcome you again! LIMON Team
I am really glad I decided to use this service after discovering my pre-booked train was not running. I think I had a better experience overall. Clean modern vehicle, friendly staff and convenient bus time from Kanazawa Station with the added bonus of the stop on route to Shirakawago. More expensive than the local service but honestly worth it for a one time experience, the drive up through the mountains was lovely.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re glad we could provide you with a great alternative and that you enjoyed the comfortable ride, friendly service, and beautiful scenery along the way. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again! LIMON Team
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