Enjoy a 2-day getaway to Hida Takayama, the UNESCO-listed village of Shirakawago, and the Gero Onsen hot spring town. Stay at one of Japan’s Top Three Hot Springs, with welcome drinks, late-night Takayama ramen, and a buffet dinner featuring boiled red snow crab.
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The Highlight
- Dinner Buffet & Hot Spring Relaxation – Enjoy a half-buffet dinner featuring boiled red snow crab, then unwind in the soothing waters of Gero Onsen.
- Hotel Hospitality Perks – Delight in special hotel services, including happy hour welcome drinks and late-night “Yonaki Soba.”
- UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawago – Enjoy free time to explore the picturesque, snow-covered World Heritage village.
- Historic Hida Takayama – Stroll freely through the charming old town of Hida Takayama.
- One of Japan’s Top Three Hot Springs – Fully enjoy the renowned waters of Gero Onsen, celebrated as one of Japan’s three finest hot springs.
The Experience
Dinner Buffet & Hot Spring Relaxation – Enjoy a half-buffet dinner featuring boiled red snow crab, then unwind in the soothing waters of Gero Onsen.
- Enjoy a dinner buffet featuring a wide variety of dishes made with seasonal ingredients, local specialties showcasing regional flavors, and the hotel’s original creations—perfect for a satisfying and hearty meal.
Hotel Hospitality Perks – Delight in special hotel services, including happy hour welcome drinks and late-night “Yonaki Soba.”
★ Happy Hour (Welcome Drinks) Enjoy unlimited complimentary welcome drinks, including draft beer, highballs, coffee, and more. Available for one hour between hotel check-in and dinner.
★ Late-Night “Yonaki Soba” Savor a comforting bowl of Gifu’s local specialty, Takayama ramen, served as a late-night snack. Available from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
These services are provided by the hotel. Please note that happy hour and late-night snack offerings are subject to change without prior notice.
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri village, known for its nostalgic Japanese countryside scenery
- Shirakawa-go in Gifu Prefecture preserves the original landscape of Japan. Lined with traditional gassho-zukuri houses, this village reveals its true beauty in winter, when deep snow blankets the area.
- In winter, the steep thatched roofs of Shirakawa-go’s gassho-zukuri houses are covered in heavy snow, creating a serene and dreamlike scene reminiscent of a traditional ink painting.
- The deep snow absorbs all sound, wrapping the entire village in silence. If you listen closely, you may hear only the soft fall of snow and the gentle crackle of firewood.
Historic Hida Takayama – Stroll freely through the charming old town of Hida Takayama.
Spend about 120 minutes wandering around Hida Takayama, often called “Little Kyoto” for its beautifully preserved Edo-period streets, merchant houses, and sake breweries. Enjoy local delicacies, visit craft shops, and soak in the nostalgic atmosphere of this historic mountain town.
Stay at Gero Onsen, One of Japan’s Top Three Hot Springs
- Stay overnight at Gero Onsen, ranked alongside Arima Onsen in Hyogo and Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma as one of Japan’s three most famous hot springs. Its silky-smooth, gentle waters are especially known for leaving the skin feeling soft and refreshed.
- Explore Gero Onsen Town on Day 2
- Enjoy free time strolling through the charming hot spring town of Gero and experience its relaxing onsen atmosphere.
- Recommended spots: Onsen-ji Temple, Sagi no Ashiyu Footbath, Shiragino-yu, Venus Footbath, and the Gero Onsen Museum. Admission and bathing fees are payable on-site. Some facilities may be closed on certain days.
- All-You-Can-Eat Dinner Buffet – Enjoy unlimited servings of boiled red snow crab, sushi, tempura, and more.
- Happy Hour & Welcome Treats – For one hour after check-in, enjoy complimentary unlimited welcome drinks including draft beer, highballs, and coffee, along with warm meat buns and steamed manju.
- Breakfast Buffet – Start your day with a buffet featuring dishes made with locally sourced ingredients.
- Free Private Bath – One private onsen bath is available free of charge (reservation required at the front desk).
Guest Room Information:
- Room type not specified (Japanese-style or Western-style)
- All rooms include a private bath and toilet Please note: Room requests cannot be accommodated.
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Tour Operator Information Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd. Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Contact Information Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444 Opening hour:10:00~18:00 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)
General Travel Services Manager: Eri Tomiyama *The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office, handling your travel arrangements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to contact the above-mentioned Tour Operations Manager.
Please read and understand the Terms and Conditions below. Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Japanese
Itinerary
- Include: Dinner
- 08:00Depart from Umeda (Meeting time: 7:45 / Departure: 8:00)
- Shirakawago (Free time to explore the UNESCO World Heritage gassho-style village and enjoy lunch at your leisure / approx. 120 minutes)
- 17:00Gero Onsen – Breezbay Hotel & Resort Gero (Arrive around 17:00) ※ Enjoy a Happy Hour for one hour after check-in with unlimited complimentary welcome drinks, including draft beer, highballs, and coffee. ※ Dinner features a half-buffet including red snow crab. ※ From 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, enjoy late-night Takayama ramen as “yonaki soba.” ※ Relax in the hot springs, including an open-air bath, large public bath, and a panoramic bath on the top floor.
- Include: Breakfast
- 09:30Hotel (Depart 9:30) ※ Enjoy breakfast at Hotel
- Gero Onsen Town (Stroll through the famous hot spring town, one of Japan’s Top Three Onsen / approx. 60 minutes)
- Takayama City (Free time to explore “Little Kyoto” Takayama with a map and enjoy lunch at your leisure / approx. 120 minutes)
- 18:20Return to Umeda (Approx. 18:20)
Price Details
Add-on Items
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
- This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
- If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
- For one hour after check-in, enjoy a Happy Hour with unlimited complimentary welcome drinks, including draft beer, highballs, and coffee.
- From 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, enjoy a late-night serving of Takayama ramen as “yonaki soba.”
- Dinner features a half-buffet with all-you-can-eat red snow crab and a variety of additional dishes.
Important Booking Information
Important Notes During Bus Tour
- Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.
- Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.
- As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.
- Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.
- Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.
- Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.
- Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees. 8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.
- Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.
- Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.
- Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.
- Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.
- Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.
- Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.
- Manage your valuable belongings yourself.
- After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.
- Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.
- For fruit-picking tours, please note that fruit is to be consumed only on the farm. Bringing it home in your own bag is strictly prohibited.
- If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 21 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 20 day(s) of departure, will charge 20%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on activities date, will charge 50%
