2-Day Private Nakasendo & Kiso Valley Cultural Tour

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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Travel from Nagoya into the enchanting Kiso Valley on a private 2-day tour, tracing the historic Nakasendo. Walk from Magome to Tsumago, explore the preserved Edo post towns of Narai and Kiso-Fukushima, and enjoy two nights in scenic accommodations. This journey allows you to immerse yourself in Japan's rich history, enjoying forest views, local culture, and flexible itineraries tailored to your interests and fitness level.

- Walk about 8 kilometers along the historic Nakasendo Trail
- Discover the atmospheric towns of Magome, Tsumago, and Narai
- Enjoy two leisurely nights in the Kiso Valley
- Benefit from private vehicle transport for your main luggage and customized walking distances
- Enjoy flexible travel with a private English-speaking driver-guide

What's Included

Wi-Fi on board, subject to vehicle availability.
Air-conditioned vehicle.
Parking fees for the arranged route.
Basic route support based on selected duration and confirmed stops.
Fuel fees.
One baby infant seat is provided free of charge per booking.
Hotel pickup and drop-off within the confirmed Nagoya service area.
Private vehicle service for 2 days according to the selected option.
English-speaking driver-guide for the maximum 6-guest and maximum 9-guest options only.
Highway tolls for the arranged route.
30 minutes of free waiting time from the scheduled pickup time.
Meals and drinks.
Personal expenses.
Late-night service fee between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM: JPY 2,000, payable in cash to the driver
Additional waiting beyond the 30-minute free waiting period
Overtime fee for vehicles for up to 9 guests: JPY 5,000 per hour
Additional child seat after the first free seat: JPY 2,000 per seat Admission fee
Licensed professional tour guide service.
Professional guided commentary inside attractions.
Overtime fee for vehicles with 14 seats or fewer: 5,000 JPY per hour
Accommodation

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup and drop-off are available from hotels, accommodations, stations, or other agreed locations within the Nagoya city area, subject to advance confirmation.

After booking, please provide the exact pickup address, hotel or accommodation name, building name, entrance details, preferred pickup time, total number of passengers, luggage quantity, and a reachable phone number or WhatsApp contact.

For hotel pickup, please wait in the hotel lobby or at the main entrance at the confirmed pickup time. For station pickup, please provide the station name, arrival time, and preferred exit in advance. For apartments or private accommodations, please provide the full address and detailed entrance instructions.

The driver will wait for up to 30 minutes free of charge from the scheduled pickup time. Waiting beyond the free 30 minutes or service exceeding the included 10 hours may require an additional fee based on the selected vehicle.

Overtime charges are:

Vehicles for up to 13 guests or fewer: JPY 5,000 per hour.

Please keep your phone or WhatsApp reachable on the service day. If the pickup information is incorrect or incomplete, or if we are unable to contact you, the service may not be provided as scheduled.

Pickup and drop-off points may be adjusted when stopping or parking is restricted by hotel rules, station regulations, road conditions, traffic controls, or local laws.

This is a 2-day private vehicle service calculated from the scheduled pickup time until the final drop-off. The itinerary must be completed within the booked service time.

For the 1st night, you can choose to stay in Tsumago or Nagiso.
On the 2nd day, you can decide whether to visit Kiso-Fukushima, depending on your schedule.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Nagoya to Magome, Nakasendo Trail & Tsumago

    2 stops
  • 1
    Nakasendo Magome-juku

    Walk along one of the best-preserved sections of the historic Nakasendo. The route passes through mountain forest, rural settlements, streams, waterfalls and old stone pathways.

    3 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Explore one of Japan’s most carefully preserved Edo-period post towns. Walk past traditional wooden houses.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Tsumago, Narai-juku, Kiso-Fukushima & Nagoya

    3 stops
  • 3
    Naraijuku

    Walk along Narai’s approximately one-kilometer historic townscape, once known as “Narai of a Thousand Houses.” Travelers can see and experience: Traditional wooden merchant houses, Old Nakasendo streets, Kiso lacquerware shops

    2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Kisono Ohashi Bridge

    See the large wooden bridge near Narai-juku and enjoy a short riverside walk and photo stop.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Visit Kiso-Fukushima, an important political and transportation center during the Edo period. Explore the historic Uenodan district, old streets or the former checkpoint area.

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by kansai holiday

Tags

Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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