From Nagoya: Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour
ID: GYG603083-1012786
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
12:00 hours
Description
Experience Japan's historic tradition, culture, and architecture on this day trip to the villages of Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go. Learn what makes each stop unique from your guide.
Depart from Nagoya to head to your stop, Gujo Hachiman. Located in the center of Japan in Gifu Prefecture, the streets of Gujo Hachiman have retained an atmosphere unchanged since the Edo period.
See the rows of old houses that have been selected as a group of important traditional buildings by the national government. Explore the town known for its waterway that runs past the eaves of the houses.
Your second tour stop is Hida Takayama, a castle town from the Edo period. Enjoy local gourmet food and shopping while strolling through the old streets, including traditional Hida handicraft stores and candy stores.
The third and final stop of your tour is the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama Gassho-Zukuri. These villages are known for their gassho-zukuri (steep thatched-roofed) houses of various sizes.
Admire the building's unique architecture surrounded by stunning mountain landscapes before returning to Nagoya.
Highlights
- Travel through time and visit Japan's historic villages dating to the Edo period
- Walk along old, yet charming row houses in the riverside town of Gujo Hachiman
- Explore the alleys of Hida Takayama, pass wooden homes and boutique shops
- Visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site and see the unique gassho-zukuri farmhouses
- Combine architecture, history, and tradition in one day on a trip from Nagoya
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please arrive at 8:20 a.m. in front of the West Police Box at Nagoya Station's Taikaku-dori Exit.
The guide is holding a blue flag.
When should I book?
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.
Cancellations
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.
