Explore Hida-Takayama and Shirakawa-go from Nagoya. Discover Edo-era Japan, historic trade centers, and UNESCO heritage sites on this full-day tour.
- Takayama - Upon arriving in Hida Takayama, your guide will take you on a tour of the historic Stomach district, ensuring you don’t miss any of the stunning views. You’ll then have about an hour of free time to enjoy lunch, shop for souvenirs, or capture photos of this charming town.
- Shirakawago - Your guide will walk you through the rice paddies and charming streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have the chance to enter one of the famous thatched-roof houses, where your guide will explain the architecture and the history (and drama) of life in Edo-era Shirakawa-go. We’ll also take a short hike to a lookout point with a breathtaking view. Your guide will be available to take photos that will make your friends and family envious of your time in Japan.
You’ll also have some free time to explore at your own pace or try some of the snacks sold along the main street.
- Transportation during the tour
- Entry fee into a thatched roof house in Shirakawa-go
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- Accommodation
- Transportation to/from Nagoya Station
Hidden deep within the mountains of Central Japan, the historic towns of Hida-Takayama and Shirakawa-go provide an excellent retreat into the scenic countryside and an authentic example of life during authentic example of life during Edo-era Japan. Hida-Takayama, historically a vibrant trade center, enriched by its natural resources, stands as a testament to Japan’s past. UNESCO World Heritage Site Shirakawa-go, a picturesque village famed for its thatched-roof houses, is a quintessential representation of the Japanese countryside and a living museum of Japan’s rural traditions. Step into the past and savor the views of the Japanese countryside as you are led on this full-day tour from Nagoya.
- The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
