Kamikochi & Shirakawa-go & Hida Takayama & Gujo Hachiman Old Town 2-Day Tour (Departing from Nagoya/Includes Accommodation + Breakfast)
- Seasonal limited-time secret spot open for hiking in Kamikochi's primeval forest
- Stroll through Gujo Hachiman, the water town, + Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village, a World Heritage site
- Group of 8 people, preferred accommodation, convenient travel, direct access to attractions, ample time to explore each attraction
What to expect
Day 1: Nagoya to Gujo Hachiman Old Town to Shirakawa-go to Hida Takayama
07:50 Meeting: Gather in front of MiniStop (Meieki Tsubaki-cho store) 08:00 Departure 09:30 Gujo Hachiman Old Town (approx. 1.5H stay) Well-preserved traditional buildings from the Edo period, with clear streams flowing through the streets, known as the “Water Town.” You can admire food model making craftsmanship, cherry blossoms in spring, “Gujo Odori” night festival in summer (if it coincides with a festival), and autumn leaves in autumn. 11:00 Depart for Shirakawa-go Gassho Village 12:30 Shirakawa-go Gassho Village (approx. 2H stay) Winter snowscapes are like a fairy tale, summer is lush green, beautiful in all seasons. Climb to the observation deck to overlook the entire village panorama, a must-photograph cluster of gassho-zukuri houses. 14:30 Depart for Hida Takayama Old Town 15:30 Hida Takayama Old Town (approx. 2H stay) Edo-style streets, lined with wooden shops, sake breweries, miso shops, and souvenir stores. Recommended experiences: Miyagawa Morning Market (can revisit if you wake up early the next day) Takayama Jinya (Edo government office ruins) Eat Hida beef skewers at Ajikura Tengoku, Hida beef skewers, miso dango, popular old town snacks. 17:30 Check into hotel: Hida Plaza Hotel (including breakfast) / Oku Hida, Tonami, or similar hotels in the area.
Day 2: Takayama to Kamikochi to Nagoya | Light Hike × Mountain Secret Realm
07:30-08:30 Breakfast (ingredients subject to hotel provision) 08:50 Meeting 09:00 Depart for Kamikochi 11:00 Kamikochi (approx. 4.5H stay) The emerald Azusa River, the iconic Kappa Bridge, the tranquil Myojin Pond, and the 3000-meter-high Hotaka mountain range – every part of Kamikochi showcases magnificent scenery. It is especially beautiful in spring (May) when new greenery sprouts and the Alps are still covered with snow; it is equally stunning during the autumn foliage peak (October). The classic route that best represents Kamikochi is the round trip from Kappa Bridge to Taisho Pond. Along the way, you can enjoy many classic natural landscapes, such as the smoking Mt. Yake and the Hotaka mountain range reflected in the mirror-like water. On the way back, you can also pass by the scenic Tashiro Pond wetland. The entire journey is about 3.8 to 4 kilometers, and the walking time is approximately 2.5 hours. The terrain is gentle and easy to walk, and the scenery is rich and varied. You can also stop along the way for lunch and slowly enjoy the beauty of nature. 15:30 Gather for return journey | approx. 3.5H Around 19:00 Arrive at Nagoya Station, ending the trip.
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Reviews
Our driver and tour guide, Abu, was incredibly kind and provided excellent service. He was very friendly and helpful throughout the trip, and the itinerary and timing were perfectly arranged. The overall pace was well-managed, never feeling rushed, yet making full use of our time, allowing everyone to enjoy themselves thoroughly and relax. The trip's itinerary was very smooth, and the routes were direct, which was a huge help for travelers like us who weren't driving. We didn't have to worry about transportation or directions, allowing us to easily visit famous attractions like Kamikochi, Shirakawa-go, and Takayama, and simply enjoy the journey. During the tour, Abu even made sure to allocate extra time for us to explore at a leisurely pace, so we never felt rushed. He was also very accommodating to all the requests from our group members, which made the entire trip run very smoothly. What impressed us most was his thoughtfulness: when he noticed everyone was resting or sleeping during the drive, he would intentionally slow down the car so we could sleep more peacefully. These seemingly small details made a huge difference for us, especially traveling with two young children. It truly showed Abu's dedication and care for his group members, making us feel very secure throughout the journey. Additionally, Abu assisted us with hotel transfers, making the entire trip even more convenient and stress-free. We are very grateful for Abu's meticulous service and thoughtful arrangements throughout the trip, which made us feel very comfortable and created wonderful travel memories! We highly recommend Abu and this tour, and we look forward to traveling with him again in the future!
We had a small group of 7 for the tour and the driver was very nice to arrange to pick us up from our hotel. He was very friendly and kind enough to explain to us the recommended route and attraction for every location. Itinerary ran very smooth even though we would prefer to have more time at each place for our travel style. Our Hotel was Hotel Around in Takayama which was brand new with a public onsen. One of the most comfortable we had in Japan! Driver had solid driving skills and it was super convenient and affordable for our family, would recommend this as a entry level tour to the area!
It was a very good experience, the scenery was beautiful, and the itinerary was well-planned. Our tour guide, Abu, was very familiar with the local area and provided us with great assistance. Thank you!
Director Mei was absolutely wonderful! Thank you for helping us take so many great photos ☺️
Our driver, Xiao Wu, was very attentive. He adjusted the schedule according to our needs and provided hotel pick-up and drop-off. He took great care of everyone's needs, including the elderly and children in our group. The service was excellent. The only minor issue was that the 10-seater vehicle was a bit old; it would have been even better if the car could be upgraded. The 4-star hotel we booked was quite good. Overall, it was good value for money.
The itinerary stated a stay at the 4-star Hida Takayama Green Hotel, but we actually stayed at the 3-star Route Inn Grantia. This is a huge discrepancy! There's a difference in room rates.
Good to know
- [Booking Instructions] 2 to 4-person rooms. Please book according to the number of people and note the required room type in the remarks, for example: 1 room for 2 people, 1 room for 3 people, 1 room for 4 people. Our company does not arrange for strangers in the same group to share a room.
- [Group Formation Notice] 14 days prior to the departure date, we will contact you to confirm whether the group will be formed. Please note a convenient communication method (such as WhatsApp, Wechat, Line, etc.) in the order page remarks. If not provided, we will notify you via your reserved email address whether the group is formed; please check it accordingly.
- [Accommodation Hotels] Accommodation hotels will be provided mainly based on the itinerary description. If fully booked, a hotel of the same standard will be provided. Hotel information will be provided 3 days prior to departure. Room types are subject to availability and cannot be specified. For orders with multiple people, please note the required room type in the remarks, and we will try our best to accommodate it. If we cannot accommodate it, your understanding is appreciated. The company will not arrange for single guests to share a room with other tour members.
- [Child Free Policy] Infants and children will be counted as passengers. Children aged 0-2 who do not occupy a separate seat and bed participate for free. Children over 2 years old are charged the same as adults. Each adult is limited to bringing one infant participating for free. If you are accompanied by children aged 0-2 (participating for free), please note this when placing the order. In the case of no prior notice and insufficient space, the driver has the right to refuse boarding, and any losses incurred must be borne by yourself. Thank you for your understanding.
- [Vehicle & Tour Leader Arrangement Instructions] We will allocate a suitable vehicle type (such as commercial vehicles, minibuses, large buses, etc.) based on the actual number of people traveling. Specified vehicle types cannot be accepted; thank you for your understanding. For teams under 16 people, only a driver-cum-tour leader will accompany the group. The driver-cum-tour leader is only responsible for the itinerary and time management. Upon arrival at the attractions, please feel free to visit on your own. For groups of 16 people or more, a separate tour leader will be arranged.
- [Pre-trip Notification Email Reminder] The night before departure from 19:00 to 22:00 (Japan Time), we will send a pre-trip notification email containing the driver/tour leader's contact information, meeting point map, and related precautions. Please be sure to check it in time and also check your spam folder. During peak travel seasons, email delivery may be slightly delayed; thank you for your understanding. If you receive multiple emails, the content of the most recently sent one shall prevail.
- [Meeting Time Requirement] Please be sure to arrive at the designated meeting point on time before 8:00. Because the itinerary is a joined-tour model, late arrivals cannot be waited for, and no refunds will be given. All expenses and related responsibilities arising from late arrival will be borne by yourself; thank you for your understanding.
- [Baggage Allowance] Each tourist can carry 1 piece of standard-sized luggage for free, and please make a note in the remarks column when placing the order. If you temporarily bring luggage without prior notice, it may lead to insufficient space in the vehicle, affecting the safety and comfort of other tourists. The tour guide has the right to refuse your boarding, and related fees will not be refunded; thank you for your understanding.
- [Cancellation Policy]: Cancellation 15 days prior to the selected date / failure to meet group formation conditions, full refund (0% handling fee); cancellation between 10 to 14 days prior to the selected date, a 10% handling fee will be charged; cancellation between 7 to 10 days prior to the selected date, a 20% handling fee will be charged; cancellation between 4 to 6 days prior to the selected date, a 40% handling fee will be charged; cancellation or modification of orders is not allowed 1 to 3 days prior to the selected date, and refunds are also not available (100% handling fee).
- [Force Majeure Response Instructions] In case of force majeure factors such as weather and traffic causing itinerary delays, the tour leader will flexibly adjust the order of the itinerary on-site, or shorten or cancel the stay time at some attractions according to actual conditions to ensure the safe and orderly progress of the itinerary. We will try our best to provide you with a good travel experience. If you have any questions, please send an email to contact us: kktraveljapan@gmail.com. Thank you for your understanding and support.
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