From Nagoya: Small Group Tour of Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go
- Enjoy a guided tour through Hida Takayama’s charming Sanmachi (old town) district.
- Tour a thatched-roof house in UNESCO World Heritage site Shirakawa-go as your guide shares the history (and dramas) of Edo-era life in this remote mountain village.
- Taste premium wagyu beef or any number of local delicacies as you set off to explore the town or shop for souvenirs during a bit of free time in both Takayama and Shirakawa-go.
- Utilize the luggage storage and relax as you are driven on our private tour bus from Nagoya, taking in the breathtaking views along the way.
Options
Join from Nagoya Station
Inclusions
Admission to attractions
Admission to: thatched roof house in Shirakawa-go
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Exclusions
Accommodation
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Additional Info
This activity has no age limit
This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
Winter temperatures may drop below freezing, and may not exceed 1-2℃ (~35℉) on some days. Please wear warm clothing and footwear appropriate for snowy and icy conditions.
What's included in From Nagoya: Small Group Tour of Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] 08:30, meet up at JR Nagoya Station. The meetup point is at the base of the SILVER clock tower outside of the Shinkansen gates.
Your guide will be holding a "Snow Monkey Resorts" sign..Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time
- [Transportation] 08:30 By bus
- [Attraction/experience] 11:00, 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, Sanmachi Suji, Arriving in Takayama, your guide will provide you with a brief tour of the historic Sanmachi district of Takayama and make sure you don’t miss any of the beautiful views. Free time after this.
- [Transportation] 12:30 By bus
- [Attraction/experience] 13:30, 1 hour(s), Guided tour, Shirakawago, Enter historic thatched-roof houses and learn about their construction along with the history of life in Edo-era Shirakawa-go. Take a short hike up to a lookout point offering a dramatic vista.
- [Attraction/experience] 14:30, 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Shirakawago, Free time to explore Shirakawa-go on your own. Shop for souvenirs, taste popular sweets, or just soak in the scenery. Feel free to ask your guide for recommendations.
- [Transportation] 15:30 By bus
- [Return] 18:00, at Nagoya Station, The tour concludes at Nagoya Station, where the guide will say their goodbyes.
Our Favourites
Hidden deep within the mountains of Central Japan, the historic towns of Takayama and Shirakawa-go provide an excellent retreat into the scenic countryside.
Takayama, historically a vibrant trade center, enriched by its natural resources, stands as a testament to Japan’s past. Wander the charming streets of Takayama’s old town, where history comes alive, and taste local delicacies including premium wagyu beef.
UNESCO World Heritage site Shirakawa-go—a picturesque village famed for its gassho-zukuri (thatched-roof houses)—is a quintessential representation of the Japanese countryside and a living museum of Japan’s rural traditions. Experience the enchantment of Shirakawa-go and delve into the village’s traditional way of life with the unique chance to enter one of these picturesque homes.
Meet
Venues
- Shirakawago
