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Nagoya Takayama and Shirakawa Go Small Group Day Trip

Nagoya, Japanby kansai holiday

  • 10 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

Discover the historic charm of Takayama and the UNESCO-listed beauty of Shirakawa-go on a small-group day trip from Nagoya. Travel comfortably through the scenic Japanese Alps and explore two of Gifu Prefecture’s most famous destinations without changing trains or buses. Visit Takayama’s beautifully preserved old town, where traditional wooden merchant houses, local shops and regional food create an authentic atmosphere of old Japan. Enjoy free time to explore at your own pace and try local specialties such as Hida beef, Takayama ramen and traditional sweets. Continue to Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage village famous for its unique gassho-zukuri farmhouses and mountain scenery. Walk through the village, capture panoramic views and experience the peaceful rural landscape of Japan. This small-group tour is limited to a maximum of 13 travelers, offering a comfortable experience than large bus tours while still providing an efficient way to visit two distant destinations in one day.

What's included

  • Pickup from eligible hotels, accommodations, stations, or agreed pickup points within Nagoya.
  • Shared small-group vehicle according to final group size.
  • 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.
  • Highway tolls for the arranged route.
  • Meals and drinks.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Extra stops not confirmed in advance.
  • Out-of-area pickup or drop-off.
  • Admission tickets.
  • Overtime: JPY 5,000/hour for up to 14 seats
  • Night service from 22:00 to 07:00 incurs an additional fee of JPY 2,000 for all services.
  • The second and subsequent baby infant seat costs JPY 2,000.

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    2 hours

    Explore the historic Sanmachi Suji district, known for traditional wooden buildings, local craft shops, sake breweries and small restaurants.

  2. 2

    Stop 2

    2 hours

    Explore the UNESCO World Heritage village of Shirakawa-go. Walk through Ogimachi Village, see traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses and enjoy views of the surrounding mountains.

  3. 3

    Nagoya

    1 hour

    Return to Nagoya by vehicle. A short highway rest stop may be made depending on traffic and timing.Drop-off at confirmed hotels or accommodations within the designated central Nagoya service area.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup is available from selected hotels, accommodations, stations or meeting points within central Nagoya. Please provide your hotel name, address, passenger number, luggage quantity and reachable phone number after booking. Because this is a shared small-group tour, pickup time may vary depending on the locations of all participants. The confirmed pickup time will be provided before departure. Please arrive at the pickup location at least 10 minutes before the confirmed time. Late arrival may affect the group schedule and the vehicle cannot wait for an extended period. Large luggage must be declared in advance. Vehicle arrangement depends on final group size and luggage requirements. The total tour duration is approximately 10 hours. Return time may vary due to traffic, weather, road conditions and seasonal congestion.

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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