15 Best Full-Day Tours in the Japan Alps

The classic full day is Shirakawa-go and Takayama together, usually from Nagoya or Kanazawa, with a Hida beef lunch if you choose the upgrade. In Nagano the equivalent is snow monkeys and Zenko-ji.

1.Shirakawa-go & Takayama Old Town Day Tour (Optional Hida Beef Lunch)

Compare Takayama’s old streets and Shirakawa-go’s thatched farmhouses on a practical Nagoya day trip, with optional Hida beef or vegetarian lunch.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Participating in this one-day tour of Takayama and Shirakawa-go's Gassho-style village was an overall extremely satisfying experience! 👍 Special thanks to our tour guide, Xiao Liu, who was warm, attentive, and organized the itinerary very smoothly the entire way. The introductions to the attractions and…”

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4.1-Day Snow Monkeys, Zenko-ji Temple & Sake in Nagano Tour

Uncover the enchanting world of Nagano with our 1-Day Snow Monkeys tour. From Zenko-ji Temple to Sake tasting, embrace the beauty and tranquility in one unforgettable experience.

★ 5.0

“Loved how the day was structured with the short ride to Zentoji where we had a sake tasting and tour of the temple. My guide was Kieran and he had great information on both stops. Then the hour ride to the snow monkeys and a…”

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5.Nagoya Fairy Tale World Shirakawa-go: Hida Takayama & Old Town Stroll & Shirakawa-go Gassho Village Day Trip (From Nagoya)

Visit Takayama’s Edo-era streets and Shirakawa-go’s thatched farmhouses on a guided day trip from Nagoya, with free time at both stops.

★ 4.7

“Excellent value for money. Two hours in Hida Old Town felt a bit rushed. The soy sauce ramen is a must-try. Shirakawa-go is a great spot for photos, very unique, and definitely worth visiting.”

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6.Nagano: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji Temple & Sake Day Trip

Discover the enchanting beauty of Nagano with snow monkeys, a sacred Zenkoji Temple, and a taste of sake on this unforgettable day trip.

★ 4.9

“Great tour I highly recommend! The tour guide was very kind and knowledgeable (and funny!). The monkeys were insanely cute and we were given enough time to visit well with them. The sake tasting was a fun experience and the food served was delicious. PS:…”

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7.Nagoya Kamikochi Hiking Tour: One-Day Nature Forest Hiking Tour of Kamikochi & Taisho Pond & Tashiro Pond & Kappa Bridge & Myojin Pond & Hotaka Mountain Range & Hotaka Shrine Okumiya (Departure from Nagoya)

Ride from Nagoya to Kamikochi for alpine views, clear rivers and a self-guided forest walk, with 3.5 hours on the ground.

★ 4.7

“The tour guide was very thorough and friendly. The driver was also very thoughtful; whenever we went through tunnels where cell phone reception was poor or when we needed light, the driver would proactively turn on the lights. When we finished exploring Kamikochi and were…”

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10.From Tokyo: Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour With Beef Sukiyaki Lunch

Experience a snowy adventure with adorable snow monkeys in Tokyo! Indulge in a mouthwatering beef sukiyaki lunch. Don't miss out - book your 1-day tour now!

★ 4.6

“I was able to take part in one of the most interesting tours of my life. Although the long bus ride was tiring, it was ultimately compensated by the beauty of the location at the Monkey Park. The tour was very well organized — we…”

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11.Nagano: Kamikochi Hiking Day Trip (Including 3.5 hours of Free Time) (Departing from Nagoya)

Ride from Nagoya to Kamikochi for mountain views, clear rivers and 3.5 hours of self-guided walking, with round-trip bus transport included.

★ 4.7

“I was worried because it was a tour for Chinese tourists, but our guide, ZHANG, was so kind and explained everything so well that I really enjoyed it. Since he explained in Chinese, Japanese, and English, there was no need to worry about not understanding.…”

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13.Shirakawa-go Gassho Village & Hida Takayama Old Town One-Day Tour (Departing from Nagoya) – Guaranteed Departure for 1 Person

Compare Takayama’s Edo-era streets with Shirakawa-go’s thatched farmhouses on an 11-hour Nagoya day trip, with two hours at each main stop.

★ 4.7

“This place is quite far from Nagoya, so it would be difficult to get there without a bus tour. Our guide, Imho, spoke three languages, so we had a comfortable and smooth trip thanks to him. Since there were only four Koreans in our group,…”

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14.1-Day Rural E-Bike Tour in Hida

Explore the picturesque landscapes of Hida on a thrilling 1-day e-bike tour. Immerse yourself in nature and discover hidden gems on this unforgettable rural adventure.

★ 5.0

“This bike tour was a great break from the busy cities of Japan! It was a great experience getting to see the mountains and rivers of Japan via bike. Dai was very knowledgeable and really cares about sharing the Japanese culture. The e-bikes Read more”

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15.From Kanazawa/Takayama :Day Tour To Shirakawago & Takayama

Experience the highlights of Shirakawago and Takayama on a flexible, private day tour with expert guides, stunning scenery, and cultural insights—perfect for personalized exploration.

★ 4.8

“It was a very enjoyable trip. Shirakawa-go and Takayama were especially beautiful in the snowy weather. Although it was quite cold, the overall sightseeing experience was wonderful. The guide was punctual, warm-hearted, and drove very safely. Thank you very much for the excellent service today.”

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4.8Tokyo: Snow Monkey & Nagano Customiseable Private Day Tour1 day$466 4.8Shirakawa-go Gassho Village & Hida Takayama Old Town Walking Day Tour in Central Japan (Departing from Nagoya)11 hours$49.29 5.01-Day Takayama Tour: Explore Scenic Takayama and Shirakawago$177.06 4.9From Takayama: Guided Day Trip to Takayama and Shirakawa-go1 day$158 5.01-Day Tour From Nagano and Matsumoto Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle$201.64 5.0Snow Monkey Tour at Jigokudani in Nagano's Shiga-kogen$184.99 4.5Northern Alps Scenic View – Kamikochi Day Trip: Kappa Bridge, Taisho Pond, Azusa River Light Hike (Round trip from Nagoya)10.5 hours$44.20 4.8Nagano Jigokudani Monkey Park, Togakushi Shrine, Zenkoji Temple & Sake Culture Experience Day Tour (Departing from Nagano)7.5 hours$92.85 4.7World Heritage Site: Shirakawa-go Day Trip | Hida Takayama, Fairytale World Shirakawa-go Gassho Village (Observation Deck Access Available) | Departure from Nagoya10 hours$70.39 4.9Shirakawa-go, Takayama and Gujo Hachiman Day Tour from Nagoya10.5 hours$49.29 4.8Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Day Tour from Nagano12.5 hours$80.85 4.7From Nagoya; one-day bus tour to Kamikochi11.5 hours$43.89 4.4Autumn Leaves Meet Cherry Blossoms | Eihoji Temple & Shikizakura & Korankei Autumn Foliage Day Tour$59.20 4.8Full-Day Tour: Matsumoto Castle & Kamikochi Alpine Valley12 hours$180 4.8One-day tour to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route from Kanazawa48 hours before departure$126.30 5.0(Spring Only) 1-Day Snow Walls of Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route Tour$254.36 5.0Full-Day Private Nagano Tour: Zenkoji Temple, Obuse, Jigokudani Monkey Park$337.61 4.9Takayama Shirakawa-go & Gokayama Full-Day UNESCO Tour$77.69 4.7Nagoya Bokka no Sato Full-Day Family Adventure with Hot Springs$82.55 5.0Day trip to Takayama & Shirakawa-go with a local guide10.5 hours$77.39 4.6Shirakawa-go Gassho Village & Hida Takayama Day Tour (from Nagoya)10 hours$49.29 5.01 Day Tour: Snow Monkeys & Snow Fun in Shiga Kogen9 hours$165 4.8Nagano: 1-Day Snow Monkey & Cherry Blossom Tour in Spring9 hours$135 4.6From Takayama: Shirakawago UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour4 hours$103