Discover the cultural heart of Japan on this memorable 2-day journey from Kanazawa to Nagoya.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage village of Shirakawa-go, renowned for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses, and explore the historic town of Takayama, famous for its preserved old streets, local markets, and rich heritage. Enjoy a relaxing stay at a traditional ryokan with a hot spring facilities and savor a kaiseki dinner featuring premium Hida Beef. Combining stunning mountain scenery, cultural treasures, and authentic Japanese hospitality, this short getaway offers an unforgettable glimpse into traditional Japan.
Travel through the scenic Japanese Alps from Kanazawa to the UNESCO World Heritage village of Shirakawa-go, renowned for its iconic gassho-zukuri farmhouses and picturesque mountain setting. Enjoy free time to explore the village at your own pace and sample local specialties such as Hida beef and handmade soba noodles for lunch.
Continue onward to the historic town of Takayama, celebrated for its beautifully preserved old streets and rich cultural heritage. In the evening, unwind with a relaxing hot spring (onsen) experience at your hotel before indulging in a refined kaiseki dinner featuring seasonal ingredients. Blending stunning landscapes, cultural discovery, and authentic cuisine, Day 1 offers a memorable introduction to traditional Japan.
Awaken to a day of rich cultural discovery in beautiful Takayama, beginning your independent exploration at the lively Miyagawa Morning Market to browse fresh produce and unique handmade crafts. Next, step into festive traditions at a historic exhibition hall housing the magnificent festival floats, and visit Takayama Jinya to walk the very halls where samurai officials once governed during the Edo period.
After a delicious lunch featuring authentic local flavors, step back in time with a leisurely stroll through Sanmachi Suji (Old Town) to admire beautifully preserved merchant houses and historic sake breweries at your own pace. Your memorable time in Takayama transitions smoothly as you board the limited express train for a scenic ride to Nagoya, where you can look forward to exploring the city's vibrant dining scene at your leisure.
Tour Details
■ INCLUDES
• Meals: Lunch 2, Dinner 1, Breakfast 0
• Accommodation for 1 night
• Admission fees for Takayama-Jinya and Yatai Kaikan
• English speaking guide for 2 days
• Transportation costs for highway bus from Kanazawa Station to Shirakawa-go, highway bus from Shirakawa-go to Takayama, taxi fees if necessary, and limited express train from Takayama Station to Nagoya Station
■ EXCLUDES
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Airfare and transportation to and from the trip pick-up/drop-off locations (such as transportation before Kanazawa Station and after Nagoya Station)
• Lodging before and after the trip
• Personal items and souvenirs purchased during the trip
• Hotel city tax and bath tax (to be paid on site, if applicable)
• Coin locker or luggage storage fees at Shirakawa-go
■ TOUR CONDITIONS
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30 days before departure
