1-day trip to Shirakawa-go and Takayama from Nagoya

Excursions & day trips

Nagoya, Japan

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Free Cancellation

Language: English , Japanese , Chinese

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: 10 Hours

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Guided Tour

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Group Tour

Do this because

Feast your eyes on the UNESCO-listed scenery and unique houses in Shiragawa-go

Stroll around the historic, preserved town of Takayama and try local delicacies

Enjoy an authentic Japanese market experience at Miyagawa or Jinya-Mae Market

Get recommendations on where to have Hida beef and/or Takayama ramen for lunch

Admire diverse, scenic landscapes, from mountains to streams and paddy fields

What to expect

Discover the mountainous city of Takayama and the village of Shiragawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day trip from Nagoya. Explore the markets and try local specialities in Takayama, then admire the picturesque landscapes in Shiragawa-go.To begin the tour, make your way to the meeting point, meet your guide, and board your transportation. Depart at 9am then, drive to the mountainous Hida region in the Gifu Prefecture to reach the beautifully preserved city of Takayama. Upon arrival, take a walk along Sannomachi Street, taste local delicacies like Hida beef and Takayama ramen, and see the work of local craftsmen. Head to one of the morning markets — Miyagawa Market or Jinya-Mae Market — and get a taste of local life. You'll also receive recommendations for the best spots to have lunch (not included). After lunch, head to Gasyomura in Shiragawa-go and take in the scenery of mountains, paddy fields, and trickling rivers. Come to understand why Shiragawa-go is known as the kingdom of forests and streams, and see why the origin of the name Shirokawa-go means “the white river.”Have some time to pop into the Ochiudo café, famous for its big dogs, decorative coffee cups, and snacks. Afterward, the tour returns to Nagoya.

What's included

Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

Driver

Tour guide

Service fee

What's not included

Food and drinks

Entrance ticket

What to remember

Know in advance:

The night before your trip, you'll receive an email regarding important information, such as the phone number of the tour guide and the license plate number of the car. Please make sure that your email and mobile phone you provide while booking can be reached

Kindly arrive 15 minutes earlier. No refunds can be given for late arrivals or no-shows

Weekend and holiday traffic in Japan may delay the return time past 09.00 pm. The local operator covers overtime fees for the guide and driver. To avoid issues, please don't schedule activities or transport afterward. Attraction times may also be shortened, adjusted, or cancelled

Each participant can carry one luggage. If you need to carry more luggage, please make a note when booking, by using the additional comments field

Provider

Tuyi Group Japan Co.，Ltd.

Booking Fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation Fee

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins

Where

5-10 Tsubakichō, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan

Meeting point:

Meet the tour guide at 9:00 am at the west part of Nagoya Station, by the door of the Ministop convenience store, which is located behind the Bic Camera store. The tour guide will hold a yellow flag at the meeting point. Simply tell the tour guide the name you used when booking, and you'll be able to join. Please arrive 15 minutes early.