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Kanazawa: where Landmarks meet Nature

Lucy - easy going adventurer

Our local for this tour

Lucy - easy going adventurer

Embark on a journey to tranquility in Kanazawa! Explore the diverse facets of the city—culinary delights, deep traditions, culture, and spirituality. Sip sake, then rejuvenate with a forest bath. Join me for a day of discovery and serenity!

Experience details

  • Destination

    Kanazawa

  • Category

    Off the beaten track

  • Duration

    7 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    Deutsch • English • Français

  • Highlights

    • Family friendly

  • What's included

    Entrance tickets • Private guide • Kids join for free

Here’s an overview of your tour

On this tour, step beyond the cityscape and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. Our journey begins at the vibrant Omicho market, where we'll explore its myriad specialties, setting the stage for a day of discovery in Kanazawa. Stroll through the rich history of the city, passing iconic landmarks like the castle park and Kenrokuen garden. Delve into the art of Sake making, uncover hidden gems, and conclude our adventure with a serene off-the-beaten-path promenade. Here, amidst tranquility and the allure of nature, you can savor the peaceful finale to our exploration.

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Kanazawa

  • Meeting with me

    we will meet at your accommodation and start our tour from there on foot or by bus

  • Omicho market

    Omicho Market (also called Kanazawa's kitchen) has been the largest fresh food market in Kanazawa since the Edo period (1603–1867).

  • Castle park

    Kanazawa Castle was home to the Maeda family who ruled over the Kaga area during the Edo period.

  • Kenrokuen

    Kenrokuen is said to be one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan. As a strolling-style landscape garden, it was created to entertain the important guests of the feudal lord residing across the bridge. Kenrokuen look always beautiful, whenever you visit it!

  • Fukumitsuya

    Sake tasting and explanation in a 400 year old Sake brewery

  • Tentokuin Temple

    Tentokuin is a very special Soto Zen temple in Kanazawa with beautiful interiors, mechanical dolls and a rather romantic history

  • Kodatsuno

    quiet 2,5 km walk along a nature surrounded footpath

  • Bus Stop

    we will take a bus back to the city center
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
    • Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful

  • Included

    • Entrance tickets
    • Private guide
    • Kids join for free

  • Not included

    • the sake tasting is restricted to guests aged 20 and above, Travel insurance, Transport fees, meals, snacks, extra drinks

  • Cancellation

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
    • Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.

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Questions?

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  • What is the cancellation policy?

    When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.

    When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.

    When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.

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    During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.
  • Can I pay in any currency?
    Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.
  • Is this tour always private?
    All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.

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Lucy - easy going adventurer

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