Nagoya: Shirakawa-go Village & Takayama

Service Description

- 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 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 Hida 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. Included: ✔ Pickup and drop-off at the meeting point ✔ Multilingual guide and driver ✔ Air-conditioned bus transportation Excluded: × Hotel pickup and drop-off × Food and drinks