Nakasendo Trail Adventure | Walk Japan’s Historic Route
Walk the historic Nakasendo Trail and experience Japan’s edo-era villages
Enjoy hikes ranging from a leisurely 1 hour to a more adventurous 6 hours.
Duration
3N4D
Season
Mar. - Dec.
Location
Kisoji trail,
Nagano
Group Size
2 to 8 persons
Price per person
300,000JPY
+13% taxes and fees
Type
Private
About
Explore the longer, scenic stretch of the Nakasendo Trail, uncovering its hidden gems. Stay in charming traditional inns in Tsumago and the serene onsen town of Kiso-Fukushima, and wander through the historic streets of Narai. Enjoy hikes ranging from a leisurely 1 hour to a more adventurous 6 hours.
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Day 1: Tokyo(Or Kyoto) to Tsumago
We arrange train tickets for your journey from Tokyo(Kyoto) to Nakatsugawa, featuring a ride on the iconic bullet train to Nagoya. And walmup walk to from Magome to Tsumago, about 3 hours.
With a beautifully preserved post town along the historic Nakasendo. Stay overnight in a cozy, family-run minshuku in Tsumago or the nearby village of O-Tsumago. Savor a homemade Japanese dinner and breakfast as part of your stay. After dinner, we reccomend to take a peaceful evening stroll through the quiet village streets in a traditional yukata provided by your inn.
Take some time to relax in the hot springs and prepare for the adventure that starts tomorrow.
Day2: Tsumago to Okuwa
The most extensive day on the Nakasendo Trail unfolds with a breathtaking and varied hike.
This section of the Nakasendo Way meanders through tranquil valleys and captivating forests, filled with bamboo groves and towering Japanese cedar, offering some of the most untouched and picturesque scenery along the route. The hike along the Nakasendo Trail leads to hidden villages, old tea houses, and scenic viewpoints that showcase the rich history of this ancient highway.
After the day’s adventure, a short train ride takes you to Kiso-Fukushima, a historic post town in the heart of the Kiso Valley that once thrived as a political and commercial hub during the Edo period. Here, you’ll stay at a traditional Japanese ryokan, where you can unwind in soothing hot spring baths and experience an authentic kaiseki dinner, a multi-course meal featuring seasonal local ingredients.
Day 3: Hike from Yabuhara to Narai and on to Matsumoto station
We provide train tickets for the short ride from Kiso-Fukushima to Yabuhara, the starting point for your hike over the scenic Torii-tōge Pass to Narai. Discover the charm of this historic village before continuing to Kiso-Hirasawa, a small town renowned for its exquisite lacquerware. Enjoy the many local shops offering beautifully handcrafted tableware and furniture. From Kiso-Hirasawa, take the train to the castle town of Matsumoto, where you'll stay overnight. Enjoy breakfast at hotel.
Day 4: Good by to Kisoji
After breakfast, explore Matsumoto, with a visit to Matsumoto Castle highly recommended. One of Japan’s few original castles, it retains its historic interior and exterior. When ready, board a train from Matsumoto Station for your journey back to Kyoto or Tokyo.
INCLUDED：
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3 nights at hotel along the Nakasendo Trail
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3 breakfasts and 3 dinners in Nakasendo
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Train tickets from Tokyo to the trail and from the trail to Kyoto. Tickets are also available for the reverse direction.
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Train tickets for intermediate journeys on the Nakasendo Trail
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English speaking guide for 3 days
NOT INCLUDED：
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Flights
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Airport transfers
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Drinks and meals not included in itinerary
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Lunch
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Dinner in Matsumoto
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Local bus journeys which must be paid directly to the bus driver
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Single room supplement(s) for solo occupancy
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Daily luggage transfer
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Any personal expenses that is not mentioned in the itinerary
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Daily luggage transfer
Meeting Location
2-chōme-1 Ōtamachi, Nakatsugawa, Gifu 508-0033, Japan
