• Hida - Situated over 1000 meters above sea level, this charming pastoral farm provides breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and an abundance of fresh snow to enjoy! Visitors can spend time playing in the snow, feeding and petting the farm animals, or savoring a warm meal at the farm’s restaurant.

The guide will supply each group with a rental sled for use on the sledding hill. Additional sleds and other snow toys (such as snow tubes, snowball makers, shovels, etc.) are also available for rental or purchase at your own expense.

The farm is home to a variety of animals including horses, goats, sheep, alpacas, and more. Guests are welcome to feed the animals, taste locally made ice cream, shop for souvenirs, or simply relax and enjoy the wintery beauty of the Japanese Alps.

• Shirakawago - After lunch, the journey continues to Shirakawa-go.

The guide will lead the way through the rice paddies and charming streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors will have the chance to enter one of the renowned thatched-roof houses, where the guide will explain the architecture and the history (and drama) of life in Edo-era Shirakawa-go. The guide will also be available to take photos to make friends and family back home envious of your time in Japan.

There will also be some free time to explore at your own pace or sample some of the snacks available along the main street.

From here, the tour will return to Nagoya Station via the tour bus, where goodbyes will be exchanged. Guests wishing to conclude the tour at Shirakawa-go, Takayama, or Kanazawa will have the option to do so (please refer to the FAQ for more information). Feel free to ask the guide for dinner recommendations or directions back to your hotel.

• One snow sled per group for 1 hour of sledding

• Meals

This thrilling one-day excursion combines a trip to the renowned thatched-roof village, Shirakawago, with a morning filled with snow activities in the Japan Alps! Visit a highland farm, enjoy sledding or playing in Japan’s famous powder snow, and explore the historic homes of Shirakawago. This tour is ideal for families or groups seeking a mix of winter excitement and picturesque settings.

Highlights

• Delight in a morning of snow, sledding, stunning views, and fun at a pastoral farm nestled in the Japan Alps.
• Explore a thatched-roof house at the UNESCO World Heritage site Shirakawa-go, as your guide narrates the history and tales of Edo-era life in this secluded mountain village.
• Savor premium wagyu beef or a variety of local delicacies as you venture to explore the town or shop for souvenirs during free time at both the pastoral farm and Shirakawa-go.
• Take advantage of the luggage storage and unwind as you travel on our private tour bus from Nagoya, enjoying the breathtaking scenery along the route.
• Allotted time is for tour duration

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.