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Naoshima Island Private Customisable Full Day Tour

By Japan Awaits

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Features

8h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Multiple languages

Overview

Unleash your inner explorer on Naoshima Island with a personalised journey, immersing yourself in its vibrant culture and serene hidden spots. Our custom tours provide a bespoke experience, tailored to your desires, ideal for adventure seekers, families with children, and culture enthusiasts alike. Discover local secrets, savour authentic moments, and create unforgettable memories on Naoshima Island. Enjoy immersive cultural experiences, gain insider knowledge, and have memorable encounters with local traditions, ensuring a truly unique and enriching adventure.

Activity location

Naoshima Island
- 761-3110, Naoshima, Kagawa, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Naoshima Island
- 761-3110, Naoshima, Kagawa, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Public Transport

8h
English

Bus, Trains or other: This tour includes public transport costs with your tour expert (1 tour guide only). All transport costs included.

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00 a.m.

Price details

CA $781.47 x 1 AdultCA $781.47

Total

Private Vehicle

8h
English

Duration: 8 hours
Private Car: This tour includes private chartered vehicle (1 driver) with a tour expert (1 tour guide). All transport costs included.

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 8:00 a.m.

Price details

CA $1,534.09 x 1 AdultCA $1,534.09

Total

What's included, what's not

Hotel pickup and drop-off (if the hotel is within city centre)
Choose 4 to 5 sites for a personalised tour of Naoshima island
English-speaking professional tour guide
8-hour fully customised tour with reservations and bookings made on your behalf
Transport within the city only
Service charge (optional)
Fees for optional tours and activities for guests and tour guide
Meals, food and drinks not specified

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible
Travellers 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 Naoshima Form (within 48 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Naoshima 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 non-refundable
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 transport and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or enquire about a custom experience today
Mode of transport: Transport within the city only (either public transport or private vehicle, based on your booking)
Custom Itinerary:
Organising 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 organising the necessary arrangements for your tour
How far in advance should I book?
Preparing a customised 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 cancelled 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
Children that are age 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult that is age 18 or older

Activity itinerary

Port Miyanoura (Pass by)

Upon confirmation of your booking, you will be provided with a dedicated Tour Form containing key city highlights and essential information for your tour. Through this form, you can specify any attractions you wish to visit and share additional preferences. We will carefully review your input to craft an itinerary uniquely suited to your interests

Chichu Art Museum (Pass by)

This museum is a masterpiece of architecture designed by Tadao Ando. It is built mostly underground to harmonise with the surrounding landscape and houses a collection of site-specific artworks

Benesse House Beach (Pass by)

Offers stunning views of the Seto Inland Sea and is adjacent to the Benesse House Museum complex, which combines contemporary art with architecture and nature.

Naoshima Public Bath I Love Yu (Pass by)

This public bathhouse is a cultural attraction on Naoshima Island, featuring contemporary art installations within its traditional Japanese bathhouse setting.

Art House Project (Pass by)

Ishibashi: Part of the Art House Project on Naoshima, Ishibashi House is a renovated traditional Japanese house that serves as an art installation.

Ando Museum (Pass by)

Is dedicated to showcasing the work of renowned architect Tadao Ando, who has made significant contributions to the island's art and architecture scene. The museum itself is housed in a restored traditional Japanese house.

Shikoku Kisen Co.,Ltd (Miyanoura Port) (Pass by)

Ferry service that operates in the Seto Inland Sea, connecting various islands including Naoshima. It offers scenic views of the sea and is a convenient mode of transport for visitors exploring the art islands of the region.

Yellow Pumpkin (Pass by)

One of the most iconic sculptures on Naoshima Island, the Yellow Pumpkin is a large, vividly coloured pumpkin artwork created by the artist Yayoi Kusama.

Location

Activity location

Naoshima Island
- 761-3110, Naoshima, Kagawa, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Naoshima Island
- 761-3110, Naoshima, Kagawa, Japan
Naoshima Island
- 761-3110, Naoshima, Kagawa, Japan

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