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This private and customizable tour for Niigata is perfect for guests who would like to have their own itinerary planned based on their interests and preferences, allowing guests to experience the city at their own pace.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If guests are already in Niigata, the tour guide will pick up the guest at their hotel (if it's within the city center). If not, pick-up location will be provided to the guest before the tour date (the pick-up location will likely be at a convenient location, such as a train station). More details will be provided after booking.
We meet all customer at the starting point. More details will be provided after booking.Please kindly confirm with us again if your tour detail does not have meeting point
Itinerary
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1
The old Niigata Custom House and other historic building structures from the Meiji and early Showa periods
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
2
A lovely place throughout the year as it comprises many greenery, ponds, Dutch-style gardens, and hills area. One of the best place to enjoy the beautiful bloom of Yoshino cherry
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
3
A museum with collection counts about 4,000 points and, including Redon, bonaru, Rodin, Picasso, great masters of modern art
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4
The actual place where sake is made, learn the process of sake making, and taste a wide variety of fresh sake in the same building where it’s made
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5
A unique bar and shop where you can taste and purchase a large selection of local sake. It also offers various sake-related accessories like cups and special drink mixes.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6
Furumachi means “old city,” and the spirit of the old entertainment district is still much alive in the area. Here you will find many fascinating shops, eateries, and pubs
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
The largest fresh food market along the Sea of Japan with a seafood center and farmer’s market
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
8
A serene and culturally significant Shinto shrine known for its stunning architecture and tranquil surroundings, attracting both locals and visitors seeking a peaceful retreat
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Moderate Cancellation Policy:
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Moderate Cancellation Policy:
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before event
- PLEASE FILL OUT THE TOUR FORM:
- After your booking, you will receive a link to the Niigata Form (within 48 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Niigata Form is completed accurately at least 7 days before your tour date
- Every city in Japan has a lot to offer. There are many aspects to the city and many hidden and local spots that you may not have seen or heard of before. In the Custom Tour form that will be sent to you after your booking, you’ll be able to let us know of any attractions you have already visited and would not like to see again on this tour. We will carefully review your requests and will create an itinerary based on your preferences
- If you cancel the tour any time after we have sent you the custom Itinerary, the service fee of 15% of your total tour cost will be nonrefundable
- Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or inquire about a custom experience today
- Mode of transportation: Transportation within the city only (either public transportation or private vehicle, based on your booking)
- Custom Itinerary:
- Organizing and planning a trip requires a lot of time, and if we have made reservations on your behalf, it may be challenging to cancel some booking requests. Once we receive your booking and responses from the Custom Tour form, we’ll begin creating your itinerary and organizing the necessary arrangements for your tour
- How far in advance should I book?
- Preparing a customized tour takes time, especially if restaurant or venue reservations are needed. We recommend booking as early as possible—ideally 3 months in advance, or at least 1 month before your travel date. For requests made within 7 days of travel, we may not be able to arrange the tour in time, and your booking request may be canceled with a full refund
- What if I'm late?
- We ask that all guests arrive at the location at least 10 minutes before the designated meet-up time
- Guests are provided with the tour guides’ phone number before the tour and you can call the tour guide if you need help
- Although this is a private tour, the tour guide will only wait for you for up to 30 minutes of start time before the tour is cancelled
- Attire: Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions
- Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour
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Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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