1-day trip to Shirakawa-go and Takayama from Nagoya

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Place: Nagoya

Duration: 10 hours

Language: English, Japanese, Chinese

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Feast your eyes on the UNESCO-listed scenery and unique houses in Shiragawa-go
Stroll around the historic, preserved town of Takayama and try local delicacies
Enjoy an authentic Japanese market experience at Miyagawa or Jinya-Mae Market
Get recommendations on where to have Hida beef and/or Takayama ramen for lunch
Admire diverse, scenic landscapes, from mountains to streams and paddy fields

What to expect

Discover the mountainous city of Takayama and the village of Shiragawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this full-day trip from Nagoya. Explore the markets and try local specialties in Takayama, then admire the picturesque landscapes in Shiragawa-go.

To begin the tour, make your way to the meeting point, meet your guide, and board your transportation. Then, drive to the mountainous Hida region in the Gifu Prefecture to reach the beautifully preserved city of Takayama. Upon arrival, take a walk along Sannomachi Street, taste local delicacies like Hida beef and Takayama ramen, and see the work of local craftsmen. Head to one of the morning markets — Miyagawa Market or Jinya-Mae Market — and get a taste of local life. You will also receive recommendations for the best spots to have lunch (not included). After lunch, head to Gasyomura in Shiragawa-go and take in the scenery of mountains, paddy fields, and trickling rivers. Come to understand why Shiragawa-go is known as the kingdom of forests and streams, and see why the origin of the name Shirokawa-go means "the white river."

Head to the Ogimachi Castle Site Observatory to enjoy the beautiful views of Gassho-mura village and Mount Hakusan. Have some time to pop into the Ochiudo cafe, famous for its big dogs, decorative coffee cups, and snacks. Afterward, the tour returns to Nagoya.

Important to know

Know in advance:

the night before your trip, you will receive an email regarding important information, such as the phone number of the tour guide and the license plate number of the car. Please make sure that your email and mobile phone you provide while booking can be reached
the itinerary schedule may be adjusted according to weather, road conditions and other reasons
each participant can carry one small handbag/backpack. If you need to carry suitcases or large luggage, please make a note when booking, by using the Additional comments field