Japan · UNESCO Heritage Sites

Shirakawa-go, Onsen & Waterfall Hike Day Tour from Takayama

9 Hours Round trip from Takayama Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage site
02 Learn about Gassho-zukuri houses and village life
03 See traditional goods with explanations from your guide
04 Hike in the nature-rich Takayama area
05 Visit the dynamic Hirayu waterfall
06 See the giant Daineko tree, over 1,000 years old
07 Relax in a traditional Japanese hot spring
08 English-guided day tour using public bus transportation

Discover a varied day out from Takayama that combines culture, nature, and relaxation. Visit Shirakawa-go, the UNESCO World Heritage village known for its traditional Gassho-zukuri houses, and learn more about local life and craftsmanship with your guide.

The experience continues with time in nature around Takayama, including a hike to see the dynamic Hirayu waterfall and the giant Daineko tree, said to be over 1,000 years old. After walking, unwind in a traditional Japanese hot spring and enjoy a soothing end to an active day.

This tour is guided in English and uses public bus transportation, making it a great choice for travellers who want to explore several sides of the region in one day.

You can see a dynamic Hirayu waterfall and a giant tree called Daineko over 1000 years old.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

City Takayama

Languages English, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Meeting point ; Shirakawago bus terminal

You can find out how Shirakawago Gassho-zukuri is made and how the villagers live.

You can see lot's of traditional goods in this house. Guide will explain you every thing !!Enter a traditional Japanese hot spring and soothe the fatigue of hiking.You can see a dynamic Hirayu waterfall and a giant tree called Daineko over 1000 years old.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Takayama 1 city · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Guide
Explanation of Japanese spiritual part

What's Not Included

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are not included, but here are some delicious restaurants.
Facility entrance fee / service fee
This tour will use public bus. you need following bus fee (Dec.2022price) other than tour cost
・Takayama ⇄ Shirakawa 4600JPY/person
・Takayama ⇄ Hirayu 3200JPY/person
But if you need taxi or bus we will arrange it.