Private Nagoya Tour with Expert English Guide & Hotel Pickup

Enjoy a private car tour of Nagoya with an English-speaking host. Choose from two routes: see the city’s best spots, like Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine, and Osu Shopping Street; or go to the countryside, where you can relax in Gero Onsen hot springs, see Shirakawa-go and Takayama ancient houses, and walk along Sanmachi historical streets. You’ll have 10 hours of comfy and easy transportation, and you can customize own itinerary.

Why Choose a Private Tour? A private tour means you get a special experience for you. You can spend more time at the places you like and skip the ones you don’t. Our English guides are only for you, ready to help you and answer your questions. Plus, private transportation means no waiting for others and more time to enjoy your day!

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→→City Route
Start your tour with Nagoya Castle, a symbol of the city. See the castle and the golden shachihoko (tiger-fish) on the roof. Learn about the castle’s history and see the art and armor inside.

Next, go to Atsuta Shrine, one of the most important Shinto shrines in Japan. The shrine has the sacred sword Kusanagi, one of the three imperial treasures. See the old architecture and the peaceful shrine. You can also enjoy the gardens and the treasure hall.

Finally, visit Osu Shopping Street, a lively and colorful area that offers a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment. You can find anything from traditional crafts and souvenirs to electronics and anime goods. You can also sample some of the local delicacies, such as miso katsu (pork cutlet with miso sauce) and tebasaki (fried chicken wings), Unadon (grill eel fish over rice).

→→Countryside Route:
First, drive to Gero Onsen, a famous hot spring resort in the mountains. Soothe your body and mind in the water that is good for your health. You can choose from different types of baths, like indoor, outdoor, or mixed-gender. You can also enjoy the beautifully views of the nature and the town.

Then, go to Shirakawa-go, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that showcases the traditional gassho-zukuri (thatched-roof) houses. These houses are made to handle the heavy snow in the area and look unique. Explore the village and learn how the people live and work. You can also visit some of the museums and temples.

After that, visit Takayama, a nice town that keeps the old Japan style. Walk along Sanmachi, the historical town area with many preserved buildings and shops. You can also see Takayama Jinya, a former government office that is now a museum. You can also savor some of the local food, like Hida beef (good wagyu beef) and sake (rice wine).

Finally, return to your hotel in Nagoya and end your tour. You will have a wonderful day of sightseeing and culture.
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End of the Tour: After a day of beauty and culture, we’ll drive you back to your hotel in Nagoya. The tour ends here, but you can keep exploring or rest. This tour is not just sightseeing, but a chance to learn and feel Japan. We hope to see you soon!