Full-Day Small-Group Kisoji Nakasendo Trail Tour

You can wander along the 3.3 kilometers of the breathtaking Nakasendo Trail! Slip through time and visit the Japan of 400 years ago! 

This area is one of Japan's original Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings and has become a global hit with visitors from all over the world. Put down your cell phone and tour at your own pace in a laid back rural setting that will take your breath away. 

Come on board this extraordinary Full Directed Day Trip Small Group Tour and experience an unforgettable day full of tales from samurai days gone by as well as stunning natural scenes that have been unspoiled by modern life. Book today to reconnect with the real Japan – it may just be the highlight of your trip!

Itinerary

8:40 AM - Meet at Nagoya Station.

Duration: 20 minutes

9:00 AM - Take the limited express train Wide View Shinano to Nakatsugawa.

Duration: 50 minutes

9:50 AM - Arrive at Nakatsugawa station.

10:45 AM - Transfer to a route bus (non-reserved) to Magome-Juku.

Duration: 25 minutes

‍11:10 AM - Magome : Sightseeing and lunch (not included in the tour fee). Take a route bus to Odarudaki bus stop.

Duration: 2.30 hours

13:40 PM - Nakasendo Trail walk (3.3km/about 1 hour walk)

Duration: 1 hour

14:40 PM - Arrive at Tsumago-Juku / Sightseeing.

Duration: 40 minutes‍

15:20 PM - Take a bus or taxi to Nagiso station.

Duration: 35 minutes

15:55 PM - Take the limited express train Wide View Shinano to Nagoya.

Duration: 2.15 hours

17:10 PM - Arrive at Nagoya Station and the tour ends.

FAQ

1. What is the Full-Day Small-Group Kisoji Nakasendo Trail Tour?
The Full-Day Small-Group Kisoji Nakasendo Trail Tour is a guided tour that takes you along the Nakasendo Trail to visit two post towns, Tsumago and Magome, which are part of Japan's original Preservation Districts for Groups of Traditional Buildings.

2. How long is the tour?
The tour lasts for a full day, starting at 8:40 AM and ending at 5:10 PM.

3. What is included in the tour?
The tour includes transportation expenses during the tour, admission to the Nagisomachi Museum, an English-speaking guide, and all fees and taxes.

4. What is excluded from the tour?
Transportation expenses to the meeting location, food, and drinks are excluded from the tour.

5. What is the tour cancellation policy?
The cancellation policy for the tour is as follows: 6 days to 3 days before the day of the tour incurs a 50% cancellation fee, while 2 days before the day of the tour or no show/cancellation after the tour has left incurs a 100% cancellation fee.

Key Takeaways

The tour takes you to two post towns - Tsumago and Magome - along the Kisoji Nakasendo Trail, which is a preserved district of traditional buildings.

You will have an English-speaking National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter to lead your journey.

The tour allows you to walk along the 3.3 kilometers of the Nakasendo Trail, which will take about an hour.

The tour includes transportation expenses during the tour, admission to the Nagisomachi Museum (Tsumago-juku Honjin & Waki Honjin Okuya), an English-speaking guide, and all fees and taxes.

The tour does not include transportation expenses to the meeting location or food and drink.

The itinerary includes a visit to Magome for sightseeing and lunch (lunch is not included in the tour fee), followed by a route bus to Odarudaki bus stop and a walk on the Nakasendo Trail.

The tour ends with a visit to Tsumago-Juku for sightseeing and then a bus or taxi ride to Nagiso station, followed by a train ride back to Nagoya station.

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