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A one-day tour of ancient Japanese towns: Hida Highlands + Gunjo Hachiman + Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri Village Day Tours

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Highlights

  • The Hida Highlands is a tourist area centered around traditional architecture and mountainous natural views, primarily featuring ancient streets and Shirakawa-g
  • Visitors can admire the charming gassho-zukuri village scenery and experience the unique charm of rural Japan.
  • Stroll through the picturesque World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go, where winter snow creates a fairy-tale scene and every season offers its own beauty
  • Gujo Hachiman is renowned for its pristine water sources, ancient castle, and the summer Gujo Odori dance, earning it the nickname "Water Castle Town" and brimm

About this experience

Bookings must be made by 4:00 PM (local time), 1 day before your trip.
A member of staff will contact you by 8:00 PM (local time), 1 day before your trip.
Please provide your full name at the designated meeting point on the day of your trip.

What's included

  • Transportation service fee
  • Bus
  • Tour guide (based on your selected option)
  • Reception (based on your selected option)

Inclusions vary by option — check the details on your selected option for exactly what's covered.

Things to note

  • Drone usage, Eating in vehicles, Loud noises, Drinking in vehicles, Smoking inside vehicles
  • Prohibited behaviors:
  • Due to factors such as transportation and weather, delays may occur or some attractions may be canceled
  • Each person is limited to one piece of luggage, weighing no more than 30kg
  • Required items:
  • All pets
  • If a seat is required, the fare must be paid.
  • Cash
  • The red leaf viewing period typically runs from late October to early November each year, with exact timing influenced by weather conditions.
  • We appreciate your understanding.
  • Please do not put valuables in it; we are not responsible for any lost items.
  • Please note that lunch is not included in this itinerary, so please arrange your own meal in Hida Takayama.
  • Infants aged 0–2 travel for free if they don't occupy a separate seat
  • Please understand that the itinerary may be adjusted or ended earlier if there are holidays or temporary closures of attractions.
  • Since LINE may not allow adding friends across borders, please provide WhatsApp or WeChat.
  • No refunds will be issued after participating in 1 activity, entering 1 attraction, or using 1 ticket.
  • Emergency contact information is only for pre-departure communication; please contact your tour guide directly on the day of departure.
  • The cherry blossom viewing period typically runs from mid to late April, with exact dates subject to weather conditions.
  • Reminders:
  • Prohibited items:

Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel this booking?

Every option shows its own cancellation terms before you pay — where free cancellation applies, the window closes at 00:00 (midnight), local time at the destination, on the cut-off day. Cancel from My bookings within the window for a full refund (once your ticket has been issued, message support inside the window and we cancel it for you); after it, the option's terms apply. Full details in our cancellation & refund policy.

Can I change the date of my booking?

Date changes aren't automatic — they depend on the operator. Email [email protected] from the address you booked with, quoting your booking reference and the new date you'd like, and we'll ask the operator for you. Changes are subject to their approval and availability; if the date can't be moved, your booking's cancellation terms apply.

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