Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya

Discover Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go on a full-day tour from Nagoya. Explore Edo-era streets, taste local delicacies, and visit a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Takayama - To begin the tour, make your way to the meeting point(8:30AM), meet your guide, and board your transportation. Then, drive to the mountainous Hida region in the Gifu Prefecture to reach the beautifully preserved city of Hida 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 β€” Miyagawa Market or Jinya-Mae Market β€” and get a taste of local life. You will also receive recommendations for the best spots to have lunch.

  • Shirakawa - 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 β€œthe white river.”

Head to the Ogimachi Castle Site Observatory to enjoy the beautiful views of Gassho-mura village and Mount Hakusan. Have some time to pop into the Ochiudo cafe, famous for its big dogs, decorative coffee cups, and snacks. Afterward, the tour returns to Nagoya.

What's Included
  • Multilingual guide and driver
  • Air-conditioned tour bus
  • Pick-up and drop-off at designated place
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Explore the rich cultural heritage of Japan on our one-day tour of Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go. Begin your journey by wandering through the charming streets of Hida Takayama, often referred to as β€œLittle Kyoto,” where you’ll discover well-preserved Edo-era architecture, taste local delicacies like Hida beef and Takayama ramen, and shop for exquisite handcrafted items. Visit the bustling Miyagawa Morning Market, one of Japan’s top three morning markets, to experience the vibrant local culture. Then, immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage site, renowned for its unique gassho-zukuri farmhouses nestled amidst stunning mountain scenery. Ideal for cultural enthusiasts and adventure seekers alike, this tour promises unforgettable encounters with Japan’s traditional way of life and breathtaking landscapes.

  • 1.The time of meeting is 8:30am and the time of drop off location is around 18:30pm, so the duration is around 10 hours.
  • 2.The tour guide will hold a yellow flag with the β€˜Gogoday’ logo 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. No refunds for late arrivals or no-shows.
Location
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Departue time and location: 08:30am Nagoya Station(Gather at the door of the convenience store MINISTOP, which behind the BIC CAMERA,on the West Exit of Nagoya Station). Address:5-10 Tsubakichō, Nakamura-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 453-0015.
Cancellation Policy

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

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