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Experience two of Japan's most beautiful historic destinations in one unforgettable day. This guided small-group tour from Nagoya visits UNESCO-listed Shirakawa-go and the preserved merchant town of Hida Takayama, with transportation, professional guiding, and time to explore included.
This tour is perfect for first-time visitors to Japan, couples, and families, as we'll take care of all transportation (including luggage storage on our tour vehicles) and provide expert insight so you can simply relax and enjoy the journey into the Japanese countryside.
Whether you're returning to Nagoya or continuing your journey to Takayama, Shirakawa-go, or Kanazawa, the tour offers the flexibility to fit a variety of travel itineraries. With transportation, luggage storage, and a knowledgeable guide included, you can focus on exploring these historic destinations and taking in the beauty of the Japanese countryside.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meetup point is at the base of the SILVER clock tower outside of the Shinkansen gates inside Nagoya JR Station. Please look for the guide holding a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour sign. We highly recommend arriving early as Nagoya station can be quite crowded.
Itinerary
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1Takayama
Arriving in Hida Takayama, your guide will provide you with a tour of the historic Stomach district of Takayama and make sure you don't miss any of the beautiful views. You will then have about one hour of free time to grab lunch, shop for souvenirs, or fill your camera roll with photos of this picturesque town.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Shirakawago
Your guide will lead you through the rice paddies and quaint streets that make up this UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have the opportunity to enter one of the famed thatched-roof houses where your guide will explain the architecture as well as the history (and drama) of life in Edo-era Shirakawa-go. We will also take a short hike up to a lookout point offering a dramatic vista. Your guide will be on hand to take photos to make your friends and family back home jealous of your time in Japan. You will also have some free time to explore at your own pace or sample some of the snacks that are sold along the main street.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Nagoya
We will return to the Nagoya Station via our tour bus and say our goodbyes there. Guests wishing to end the tour at Shirakawa-go, Takayama, or Kanazawa will be able to do so. Please note that guests who wish to end in either Takayama or Kanazawa will be transferring to one of our tour buses originating from those locations in Shirakawago. As such, seats are limited and you may be required to sit in a fold-out seat on the ride from Shirakawago to your destination. If no seats are available on our Takayama or Kanazawa tour bus, we will assist you in procuring tickets from Shirakawago to Takayama/Kanazawa on a public highway bus. Drop-off at Takayama/Kanazawa must be selected during booking, or by email prior to the start of the tour.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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