The Hida limited express from Nagoya follows the Hida River gorge up to Takayama in about two and a half hours, and the ride is half the pleasure. In town, the riverside morning market winds down around noon, so go there first.
Explore Japan’s historic villages of Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go on a day tour from Nagoya, combining culture, architecture, and scenic beauty all in one trip.
Most Popular★ 4.4“Comfortable bus, sweet guide and above all amazing places”
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398 reviews11 hoursFrom $61by Air Choice, Inc.
Discover the charm of Takayama and Shirakawa-go on this guided day trip from Nagoya, featuring traditional villages, scenic views, and optional Hida Beef lunch.
★ 4.5“I feel it should be 2 hours instead of 90 minutes in Takayama to take pictures and enjoy sake tasting, hida beef restaurants, and the market at a comfortable pace.”
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256 reviews10 hoursFrom $61by VIP Japan Tour
Discover the beauty of Shirakawa-go Gassho Village and Takayama on a full-day guided tour from Nagoya, blending UNESCO heritage, traditional towns, and scenic views.
★ 4.9“The Shirakawa-go Gassho Villaga & Takayama Tour was excellent. We enjoyed the explanation from the tour guide. When we entered the Shirakawa-go Gassho Village its was very great to see the beautiful villages.”
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53 reviews1 dayFrom $50by JRT Group
Discover the enchanting beauty of Nagoya with our Hida Takayama & World Heritage Shirakawa-go Day Tour. Immerse yourself in history and culture. Book now!
★ 4.5“There were lots of good recommendations! It was just a bit hard to hear our tour guide. One of the digital maps given to us was a bit immaculate for some reason but no big deal.”
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37 reviewsFrom $65.78by VIP Japan Tours
Discover the hidden gems of Japan! Explore the charming villages of Shirakawago, Takayama, and Gujo Hachiman on a day trip from Nagoya. Don't miss out, click now!
★ 4.0“It’s a nice trip, 3 different towns that are all worth a visit. The guide was helpful and spoke English well. June is a hot time to travel but the bus ride was easy and well air conditioned. The crowds were not a problem.”
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28 reviewsFrom $62.05by Tour&Charter International
Plunge into the heart of Japan's cultural tapestry with a captivating day trip to the UNESCO-listed Shirakawago and historic Hida Takayama, where stunning mountain vistas and traditional lifestyles await.
★ 4.0“a fun trip for the whole family! enjoyable and memorable!”
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13 reviewsFrom $90.59
Behold the enchanting journey through Japan's cultural gems, where traditional crafts, captivating landscapes, and UNESCO-listed wonders await on this small group tour from Nagoya.
★ 5.0“I’d rate this a must do tour. Of course that could be said for any UNESCO site around the world. This is a historic site with only 120 or so homes remaining.”
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13 reviewsFrom $208.53by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Discover the charm of Japan’s rural beauty with a full-day tour from Nagoya to Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go, featuring historical streets, local markets, and picturesque Gassho-style houses.
★ 4.3“it could be more like information about how houses were made.”
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13 reviews10 hoursFrom $67by Hakuu Co Ltd.
Discover the enchanting world of Shirakawa-Go and Hida-Takayama with a private day trip from Nagoya. Immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture and breathtaking scenery.
★ 4.5“Great hospitality and itinerary. Awesome Hida beef lunch at Takayama. Shirakawa-go is charming. Awesome sights!”
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11 reviewsFrom $1,437.05by Trip Designer Inc.
Allure yourself in the captivating charm of Gujo-Hachiman, Hida Takayama, and the UNESCO-listed Shirakawa-go on this day tour from Nagoya, where...
★ 4.5“The places are very nice but the visite of each one is very hurry . Just 90 min in two places and 120 min in other including lunch time”
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10 reviewsFrom $61.90
Build a Nagoya day your way with a private car, from city sights to Takayama, Shirakawa-go and Gero Onsen.
★ 5.0“this local tour guide company is great! why don't Klook contract with them for all of the tours?”
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10 reviews10 hoursFrom $413.19
Get ready to explore the enchanting landscapes and rich traditions of Nagoya's historic sites—what hidden gems will you discover on this unforgettable journey?
★ 4.3“super interessante e ben organizzata”
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4 reviews11 hoursFrom $61by WONDER STYLES CO.,LTD.
Majestic UNESCO-listed villages, captivating heritage, and a seamless journey through Japan's scenic beauty await on this Shiragawa-Go and Hida Takayama tour.
★ 3.5“Overall a good tour but a bit rush at most stops. Tour guide Leonardo was nice and informative. He also provided many recommendations via watsapp to all of us on the tour. Shiragawa-go tour is still worth going instead on our own using the bus.”
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4 reviewsFrom $63.33by Hotel Takitei
Experience stunning autumn scenery on a full-day trip from Nagoya visiting Korankei Gorge, Eihoji Temple, and rare Shikizakura cherry blossoms with local insights.
4 reviews10 hoursFrom $49
Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Shirakawa-Go from Nagoya on a self-guided bus tour – where history meets nature in a captivating blend...
★ 5.0“Beautiful scenery. Totally worth a visit. Value wise, we went around and had an incredible experience even without a guide. The driver was also friendly and pretty good at driving. It was a safe trip. Totally recommended.”
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3 reviewsFrom $0.00by VIP Japan Tours