Private Tour of The Kiso Valley and Magome from Nagoya

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9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Escape to the mountains and enjoy a refreshing getaway through Japan’s picturesque Kiso Valley as you tour two historic villages on this day trip from Nagoya. Stroll down the streets of Magome-juku a post town on the Nakasendo trail, and enter Edo-era residences in Iwamura, a castle town once ruled by a powerful female samurai. Sip sake as you tour a 200-year-old brewery, and dine on a wide array of dishes at a farm-to-table buffet. Relax and recharge in the charming countryside villages of Central Japan as you are led by an experienced, English-speaking guide from Nagoya on this full-day tour.

What's Included

Transportation during the tour
English speaking guide
Entry fees at all tour stops
Sake tasting (non-alcoholic options available)
Buffet Lunch at a farm-to-table restaurant
Accommodation
Transportation to/from Nagoya Station

Meeting and pickup

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

Your driver and guide will meet you at Nagoya Station or at your accommodation in Nagoya.

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Meeting point
Nagoya Station

The meetup point is at the base of the SILVER clock tower outside of the Shinkansen gates. If you are arriving via a JR line, please look for signs directing you towards the Taiko-Dori Gate. The silver clock is located inside the station just before the Taiko-Dori exit.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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    Iwamura is a small well-preserved castle town located high in the Kiso Mountains. Though long gone, Iwamura Castle was once the highest mountain castle in all of Japan at 717m above sea level. However, the most fascinating thing about this town was that it was once ruled over by a female samurai lord. Your guide will share her unique story with you and why the locals still adore her to this day as you walk along the cobblestone paths through this quaint village. You will then have the opportunity to tour Iwamura Sake Brewery. The brewery—which has been making sake for over 200 years—will provide you with a behind-the-scenes look at the brewing process and a sample of three types of sake. Non-alcoholic samples are available for children and those who do not drink alcohol—though we also highly recommend the handmade ice cream.

    2 hours 45 minutes • Admission ticket included
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    Nakasendo Magome-juku

    After lunch, we will make our way to the picturesque town of Magome-juku. Situated on a slope, this town offers stunning views of the surrounding mountain scenery and features a main street lined with traditional wooden buildings. Even better, there are waterways on either side of the street, and the fast-running water powers multiple waterwheels. Your guide will provide you with a tour of this charming town while allowing plenty of time for you to go off and explore on your own. Sample local delicacies or purchase some souvenirs to commemorate your trip. Of course, your guide will be on hand to take photos to make all your friends and family back home jealous of your time in Japan.

    1 hour 30 minutes • 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 time is allocated to transport
  • The lunch venue may vary depending on the restaurant availability
Supplied by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
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Cancellation Policy

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

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