Niigata Private Custom Tour with Local Guide
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
This full-day tour explores the scenery and craft traditions around Niigata with an English-speaking guide, available by public transport or private vehicle, meeting at Niigata Station. Begin at Yahiko Shrine, one of Niigata's most sacred sites, where a cedar forest leads to a main shrine with over 2,400 years of history, then continue nearby to the 634-meter summit of Mt. Yahiko for panoramic views over the Sea of Japan, Sado Island, and rice fields. With a private vehicle, the day continues to Sakana no Ichibadori fish market in Nagaoka for fresh seafood, and on to Tsubame-Sanjo, renowned for metal craftsmanship, where the Regional Industries Center offers Japanese knives, cutlery, and kitchenware. Given the greater distances, the public-transport version instead keeps to a closer loop around Yahiko Shrine and Mt. Yahiko. Lunch can be arranged along the way at your own expense, and the itinerary can be adjusted within the tour's allotted time to suit your interests.
Inclusions
What's included
- English-speaking guide
- Private transportation(Optional)
What's not
- Any entrance fees
- Lunch
- Transportation
Itinerary
Visit one of Niigata’s most sacred spiritual spots. Walk through the peaceful cedar forest to reach the majestic main shrine, which has a history of over 2,400 years.
Head to the 634m summit for a breathtaking view. On a clear day, you can enjoy a 360-degree panorama of the Sea of Japan, Sado Island, and the vast golden rice fields below.
Experience the vibrant Fish Ameyoko market. Explore rows of shops selling fresh seafood and enjoy a local lunch or try popular charcoal-grilled seafood skewers.
Discover world-renowned metal craftsmanship. At the Regional Industries Center, you can see and shop for high-quality Japanese knives, cutlery, and unique kitchenware.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Travel Japan Together Tokyo
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Japan, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 27% below the median of the 155 day trips we list in Japan, outside the cities.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 41 of 155.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
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