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Private 2-Day Nakasendo and Kiso Valley Tour in Nagoya

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2-day tour in Nagoya, taking in Magome-juku, Nakasendo and Tsumago-juku. Run by Kansai Holiday, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Magome-juku
  • Nakasendo
  • Tsumago-juku
  • Narai-juku
  • Runs 2 days
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off within the selected Nagoya service area

Private 2-Day Nakasendo and Kiso Valley Tour in Nagoya: Key Facts

PriceFrom $1462 per person
Duration2 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Private 2-Day Nakasendo and Kiso Valley Tour in Nagoya

2-day tour in Nagoya, taking in Magome-juku, Nakasendo and Tsumago-juku. Run by Kansai Holiday, booked direct rather tha...
2 days
English
$1,462
Free cancellation

Full description

This is a 2-day experience from Nagoya, built around Magome-juku, Nakasendo and Tsumago-juku. It is run by Kansai Holiday, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

Nagoya is Japan's fourth city and the gateway to the Ghibli Park at Nagakute, opened in 2022 with timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead, to Nagashima Spa Land and its rollercoasters, and to Inuyama, whose castle is one of the twelve original keeps. Nagoya Castle's golden dolphins and the Toyota Commemorative Museum are the city's own sights, and hitsumabushi grilled eel and miso katsu are its food. The Ise Grand Shrine, Shinto's most sacred site, rebuilt every twenty years, is 90 minutes south.

The price covers Hotel pickup and drop-off within the selected Nagoya, 2-Day private sightseeing service, Air-conditioned private vehicle, driver-guide and Basic sightseeing assistance and route guidance. It does not cover Admission tickets, Meals and drinks, Personal expenses and Accommodation, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Hotel pickup in Nagoya. Kansai Holiday confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Kansai Holiday before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Magome-juku

Stroll along the stone-paved slope of Magome-juku; the 600-meter-long path winds its way uphill, flanked by wooden townhouses that retain the atmosphere of the Edo period.

Nakasendo

This section of the old highway is one of the most popular preserved walking routes in the Kiso Valley. The trail passes through forest, small settlements, stone paths, rural scenery, and mountain streams, giving visitors a much stronger sense of the historic journey than simply traveling by vehicle.

Tsumago-juku

Unlike many reconstructed heritage areas, Tsumago is known for preserving its traditional wooden streetscape with limited modern visual distractions. Walk through the old town and see dark timber facades, lattice windows, traditional inns, shops, and quiet side streets.

Narai-juku

The preserved town stretches for roughly one kilometer along the old highway, creating one of the longest and most impressive traditional streetscapes in the Kiso region. Walk between rows of historic wooden merchant houses, traditional inns, craft shops, sake stores, cafés, and local restaurants.

Kiso-Fukushima

You can visit the Fukushima Sekisho area, explore the old-town streets, walk near the Kiso River, or enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

Detailed Itinerary

Magome-juku: Stroll along the stone-paved slope of Magome-juku; the 600-meter-long path winds its way uphill, flanked by wooden townhouses that retain the atmosphere of the Edo period

Nakasendo

Tsumago-juku

Narai-juku

Kiso-Fukushima: You can visit the Fukushima Sekisho area, explore the old-town streets, walk near the Kiso River, or enjoy lunch at a local restaurant

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off within the selected Nagoya service area
  • 2-Day private sightseeing service
  • Air-conditioned private vehicle
  • English-speaking driver-guide
  • Basic sightseeing assistance and route guidance
  • Route communication and basic sightseeing assistance
  • Fuel fees for the arranged route
  • Highway tolls for the arranged route
  • Parking fees for the arranged route
  • 30 minutes of free waiting from the scheduled pickup time
  • One baby seat free of charge upon advance request

Excludes

  • Admission tickets
  • Meals and drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Accommodation
  • Extra stops not confirmed in advance.
  • Out-of-area pickup or drop-off.
  • Overtime: JPY 5,000/hour for up to 14 seats.
  • Night service from 22:00 to 07:00 incurs an additional fee of JPY 2,000 for all services.
  • Professional licensed guide service, unless separately booked and confirmed.
  • Driver-guide’s ticket if guests ask them to enter paid attractions or join paid activities

Important information

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Nagoya. Kansai Holiday confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2 days
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Hotel pickup in Nagoya. Kansai Holiday confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover admission tickets, meals and drinks, personal expenses and accommodation. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Private days are usually priced per vehicle for up to the stated number of guests, and the price on this page follows the operator's own pricing for each group size. Entrance fees and meals are paid as you go unless the option says all-inclusive; tolls and parking are normally included.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Hotel pickup and drop-off within the selected Nagoya service area, 2-Day private sightseeing service, Air-conditioned private vehicle, English-speaking driver-guide, Basic sightseeing assistance and route guidance, Route communication and basic sightseeing assistance, Fuel fees for the arranged route, Highway tolls for the arranged route, Parking fees for the arranged route, 30 minutes of free waiting from the scheduled pickup time, One baby seat free of charge upon advance request
The duration of the Private 2-Day Nakasendo and Kiso Valley Tour in Nagoya is typically 2 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Late March to early April for cherry blossom at Nagoya Castle, or mid-to-late November for autumn colour at Korankei Gorge. Summer (July-August) is hot and humid, often mid-30s°C. Full breakdown in our best time to visit Nagoya guide.
The original 1612 castle was destroyed in 1945 bombing raids; the current keep was rebuilt in 1959 in concrete, though the Honmaru Palace was faithfully reconstructed in traditional wood, finishing in 2018. Full history in our Nagoya Castle guide.
The subway (6 lines, from ¥210) covers almost everything, and the Me-guru sightseeing bus loops between the castle, museums and Atsuta Shrine. See getting around Nagoya.
Hitsumabushi (grilled eel, eaten three ways), tebasaki (twice-fried chicken wings, a Nagoya invention), and miso katsu — all built around haccho miso, a dark fermented red miso. See the Nagoya food guide.
Inuyama Castle (~30 min, one of Japan's 12 original wooden keeps) is the closest; Tokoname pottery town and the Magome-juku to Tsumago-juku Nakasendo walk are also easy half-days. Honest rankings in our Nagoya day trips guide.
Two days works well: one for the city (castle, Osu, Sakae), one for a day trip. Our Nagoya 2-day itinerary breaks it down hour by hour.
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