Arrive at Kanazawa by train or flight.
Transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time to explore the city.
Optional: Savor local specialties such as fresh seafood at Omicho Market.

Begin the day at Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s three most beautiful gardens.
Visit Kanazawa Castle, a symbol of the city’s feudal history.
Stroll through the Nagamachi Samurai District, known for its preserved residences and tranquil atmosphere.
Explore the Higashi Chaya District, a historic geisha area with charming tea houses and craft shops.

Travel to Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (approx. 1.5 hours by bus).
Tour the Ogimachi Village, famous for its gassho-zukuri houses, designed to withstand heavy snow.
Visit the Wada House, a well-preserved example of traditional architecture.
Overnight in a local minshuku (traditional inn) for an authentic cultural experience.

Travel to Takayama, nestled in the heart of the Japanese Alps (approx. 1 hour by bus).
Explore Takayama’s Old Town, lined with wooden merchant houses and sake breweries.
Visit the Takayama Jinya, a former government building from the Edo period.
Enjoy a leisurely evening to try Hida beef, a local delicacy.

Depart for Nagano by train (approx. 2.5 hours).
Visit Zenko-ji Temple, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site with a history dating back 1,400 years.
Explore the Togakushi Shrine Path, set in a beautiful forest area, if time permits.

Spend the morning at Jigokudani Monkey Park, famous for its wild snow monkeys bathing in hot springs.
In the afternoon, relax in a traditional onsen (hot spring), surrounded by stunning mountain scenery.
Optional: Take a short hike in the nearby Shiga Highlands for panoramic views.