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Yamagata 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
Important Information
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover the highlights of Yamagata efficiently, in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed, English-speaking guide!
Yamagata is a land of mountains, temples and hot springs in northern Japan. Climb the stone steps of Yamadera, the dramatic clifftop temple immortalized by the poet Basho, and explore the city at Kajo Park, the former castle grounds, and the elegant Bunshokan building. Soak up the nostalgic charm of Ginzan Onsen, a gas-lit hot-spring town of wooden inns, take in the mountain scenery of Zao, and enjoy views along the swift Mogami River. History lovers can visit hilltop Kaminoyama Castle and the fine Yamagata Museum...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private vehicle
Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'Itinerary' list.
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under Itinerary
Yamagata 6hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Vehicle
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This is the ideal tour for travelers wanting to discover the highlights of Yamagata efficiently, in a private vehicle accompanied by a government-licensed, English-speaking guide!
Yamagata is a land of mountains, temples and hot springs in northern Japan. Climb the stone steps of Yamadera, the dramatic clifftop temple immortalized by the poet Basho, and explore the city at Kajo Park, the former castle grounds, and the elegant Bunshokan building. Soak up the nostalgic charm of Ginzan Onsen, a gas-lit hot-spring town of wooden inns, take in the mountain scenery of Zao, and enjoy views along the swift Mogami River. History lovers can visit hilltop Kaminoyama Castle and the fine Yamagata Museum...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private vehicle
Customizable Tour of your choice of 2-3 sites from 'Itinerary' list.
Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under Itinerary
Itinerary
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Climb the stone steps of Yamadera (Risshakuji), a dramatic mountainside temple complex immortalized by the poet Basho, with sweeping valley views from its halls.
40 minutes
2
Visit Kajo Park, the grounds of the former Yamagata Castle, with its moats, reconstructed gate and seasonal cherry blossoms in the heart of the city.
30 minutes
3
Admire the Bunshokan, the elegant former Yamagata Prefectural Office, a beautifully preserved early-20th-century building of British Renaissance style.
30 minutes
4
Head up to the Zao area, famous for its hot springs, dramatic mountain scenery and, in winter, the celebrated 'snow monster' frost-covered trees.
40 minutes
5
Ginzan Onsen
Wander the nostalgic streets of Ginzan Onsen, a beautifully preserved hot-spring town of wooden ryokan inns lining a river, especially magical under gas lamps.
40 minutes
6
Enjoy the scenery of the Mogami River, one of Japan's three swiftest rivers, famous for its gorge views and traditional wooden boat journeys.
30 minutes
7
Kaminoyama Castle
Visit the reconstructed Kaminoyama Castle, a picturesque hilltop keep overlooking a historic castle and hot-spring town with mountain backdrops.
30 minutes
8
Explore the Yamagata Museum of Art, home to a fine collection of Japanese, Asian and European works including French Impressionist paintings.
