Iya Valley All Must-Sees Private Chauffeur Full-day Tour with a Driver

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About the Activity

For a more efficient way to explore Iya Valley, take a private taxi on a one-day tour! To start your day, meet your driver at your hotel near Oboke Staion. Potential stops on a six-hour tour include the Manikin Peeing Boy Statue, with stunning views of the steep surrounding mountains and turquoise Iya River; Iya Kazurabashi vine bridge, Ochiai Village, a small hamlet in the heart of Iya Valley with farm houses from the mid-Edo era; and Oku-Iya Kazurabashi double vine bridges. Note*1: The driver for this tour has a limited level of English. Your driver will communicate with you using a translation app. Please decide your itinerary or send a list of your desired sites to see 1 week before the tour date and send it directly to Japan Guide Agency. Note*2: Tour details has a possibility of change due to seasonal influence, Mt. Tsurugi and Okuiyanijukazurabashi is closed during the winter season, December to March.

6 hours

Private Tour

Pickup offered

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Private vehicle

Local driver: The driver for this tour has a limited level of English.

Customizable Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'

Licensed Local English Speaking Guide

Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses

You cannot combine multiple tour groups

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Iya Kazura Bridge

Nishiiyayamamura Zentoku, , Miyoshi, Japan, 778-0102In the past centuries over 13 of these bridges offered passage over the Iya River, but nowadays only 3 remain.30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

The Peeing Boy Of Iya Gorge

Ikedacho Matsuo, Miyoshi, JapanVisitors have a stunning view over the steep surrounding mountains and the turquoise Iya river, flowing more than 200 meters below them.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Oboke Koboke

Yamashirocho, Nishiu, Miyoshi, Japan, 779-5451Oboke Gorge (大歩危, Ōboke) and neighboring Koboke Gorge (小歩危) a little ways downstream, are narrow, steep sided gorges near the entrance to the Iya Valley and popularly combined with a visit there. Cut by the swirling rapids of the Yoshino River, their names mean "big dangerous steps" and "small dangerous steps" as their jagged, rocky walls can be perilous to navigate. The gorges are one of the leading outdoor destinations in Japan, rivaling Minakami in Gunma Prefecture, and are known for their beautiful natural scenery and for the variety of outdoor attractions, such as whitewater rafting and canyoning, that can be enjoyed on the river.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Nagoro Scarecrow Village(Pass By)

191 Higashiiyasugeoi, , Miyoshi, Japan, 778-0201Scarecrow Village is also known as the 'Scarecrow Village in the Sky' because of its location at an altitude of 900 metres. The villagers can be seen living a leisurely life, with people working in the fields of the village, basking in the sun under the eaves of private houses and enjoying well-wishers' meetings by the roadside. There are 27 villagers and 200 scarecrows! This is truly a 'scarecrow village'. Open all year roundView Location

Okuiya Niju Kazurabashi Bridge

620 Higashiiya Sugeoi, , Miyoshi, Japan, 778-0201*Closed during the winter season (December to March) Last stop of the day will be the double vine bridges of Oku-Iya Kazurabashi. These two vine bridges are located very close to each other and are called husband-and-wife-bridge. These bridges are definitely more of the adventurous type and should be avoided by people with fear of heights. There is also a small cable car that is operated by hand to cross over the river.1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location

Mt. Tsurugi

Koyadaira, , Mima, Japan, 779-3600*Closed during the winter season (December to March) Mount Tsurugi is a 1955 meter high mountain that lies at the eastern end of the remote Iya Valley. The second tallest mountain on Shikoku Island, Mount Tsurugi is one of the 100 Famous Japanese Mountains and a center of Shugendo, a Japanese folk religion based on mountain worship. Mount Tsurugi is a popular hiking destination and, despite its name which translates to Sword Mountain, far from a challenging climb. *If you want to visit Mt. Tsurugi, you have to extend the tour duration by 2 hours as it takes about one hour from Iya Valley to Mt. Tsurugi. Please contact Japan Guide Agency at booking@j-g-a.org.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Ochiai Village

Higaishiiya Ochiai, Miyoshi, Japan, 778-0202A small hamlet in the heart of Iya Valley with a collection of historical farm houses dating back to the mid-Edo era. Perched on a mountain side visitors can get an insight on the rural lifestyle and traditions that have been kept alive until the present day. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
We can pick you up at your preferred place near Oboke station. We can not pick you up at Tokushima port.
Travelers will be picked up 10 minutes before departure time

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Additional Information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If you want to visit Mt. Tsurugi, you have to extend the tour duration by 2 hours as it takes about one hour from Iya Valley to Mt. Tsurugi.

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Japan Guide AgencyCreated on 03 Mar 2019Created on 24 Oct 2024

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