[Nagano] 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.

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.