Private Shirakawa-go Full Day Tour w/Hotel Pickup & Drop-off

Explore Shirakawago's UNESCO-listed village with its iconic thatched-roof houses. Enjoy scenic views, local cuisine, and cultural experiences on a day tour from Nagoya / Takayama Gifu
A Shirakawago day tour from Nagoya or Takayama offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the UNESCO World Heritage village of Shirakawago, famous for its traditional gassho-zukuri houses.

Here's an overview of the tour:

Morning: Departure from Nagoya / Takayama
・Departure: Pick up at the Entrance of Your Hotel
・Arrival at Shirakawago: Upon arrival, you'll be greeted by the picturesque village nestled in the valley surrounded by mountains.

Mid-Morning: Explore Shirakawago
・Gassho-Zukuri Houses: Wander through the village and visit some of the famous thatched-roof houses, such as the Wada House, to learn about traditional life.
・Observation Point: Visit Shirakawago Shiroyama Viewpoint for panoramic views of the village, especially beautiful in winter or fall.

Lunch: Local Cuisine
Enjoy a lunch break with local specialties like Hida beef or gohei-mochi (grilled rice cakes), available at restaurants in the village.

Afternoon: Cultural and Scenic Exploration
・Minkaen Open-Air Museum: Visit this museum to explore more gassho-zukuri houses and get insights into the local heritage.
・Local Crafts: Stop by souvenir shops selling traditional crafts and local delicacies.

Late Afternoon: Return to Hotel
After a day of sightseeing, depart Shirakawago in the late afternoon and head back to Hotel. The tour usually arrives back in Nagoya by evening.

A Shirakawago day tour from Nagoya / Takayama is a wonderful way to experience the charm of rural Japan in a short amount of time.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.