Nagoya 2-Day Private Car Nakasendo & Post Towns

Day 1: Nagoya – Magome – Nakasendo Trail – Tsumago

1. 45m
   Begin your journey in Magome-juku, a historic post town along the Nakasendo.
   Explore its sloping stone-paved street, traditional wooden buildings, local shops and mountain scenery.
   Enjoy time to walk through the town, take photographs and experience the atmosphere of an Edo-period travelers' town before beginning the Nakasendo hike.
   Guests explore independently. The driver does not provide guided sightseeing commentary.
2. 3h
   Walk independently along one of the most popular preserved sections of the historic Nakasendo.
   The Magome–Tsumago route is approximately 8–9 km and normally takes 2.5–3 hours, depending on walking speed, rest breaks and trail conditions.
   The route passes forest paths, old stone-paved sections, mountain scenery and traditional rural settlements.
   Starting from Magome generally involves less uphill walking than hiking in the opposite direction.
   The driver will drop you off near the starting point, reposition the vehicle and meet you at the confirmed pickup location near Tsumago.
   This is an independent hiking experience. No hiking guide or driver accompaniment is included.
   Guests must be comfortable navigating the trail independently.
   The hike may be shortened, replaced or cancelled due to heavy rain, snow, ice, trail closures or other safety conditions.
3. 1h 15m
   Explore Tsumago-juku, one of the best-preserved historic post towns along the Nakasendo.
   Walk along its traditional streets lined with wooden buildings, historic houses, local shops and restaurants.
   Enjoy the atmosphere of this preserved Edo-period town at your own pace, with time for photography, refreshments or independent sightseeing.
   Vehicle access to the historic center is restricted, so the driver may meet you at a designated parking or pickup area.

Day 2: Tsumago/Nagiso – Narai-juku – Optional Kiso-Fukushima – Nagoya

1. 2h
   After pickup from your accommodation, continue through the Kiso Valley to Narai-juku.
   Narai is known for its long, well-preserved historic streetscape, traditional wooden buildings, local craft shops and cafés.
   Walk along the old Nakasendo street and discover the atmosphere of a former Edo-period post town.
   Unlike the previous day's forest hiking experience, Narai offers a relaxed opportunity to explore traditional architecture, local products and town life.
   Time may also be used for lunch at a local restaurant.
2. 45m
   If the schedule and traffic conditions allow, stop in Kiso-Fukushima before returning to Nagoya.
   Explore part of this historic Nakasendo town, known for its connection to the old highway and the Kiso Valley's Edo-period history.
   Guests may enjoy a short independent walk, photography or a refreshment break.
   This is an optional stop and cannot be guaranteed.
   Priority will be given to Narai-juku and returning to Nagoya within the booked service time.

Pickup details

Day 1 pickup is available from hotels, accommodations, stations, or agreed locations within Nagoya city. Day 1 ends at your self-booked accommodation in Tsumago/Nagiso. Day 2 pickup is from that accommodation, with final drop-off in Nagoya city. Accommodation is not included.
After booking, please provide exact pickup and overnight addresses, hotel names, entrance or station-exit details, preferred pickup times, passenger and luggage counts, and a reachable phone number or WhatsApp.
Contact us at least 24 hours before departure to confirm your accommodation or request itinerary changes. Otherwise, the default route applies.
Please wait at the agreed meeting point at the scheduled time. Free waiting time is 30 minutes. Additional waiting or overtime costs JPY 5,000 per hour. Each day includes up to 10 hours of vehicle service, including driving, waiting and sightseeing. Service between 22:00 and 07:00 incurs an additional JPY 2,000 night fee.
Vehicle capacity:
MAX6 Alphard: 6 passengers, 4 × 28-inch suitcases.
MAX9 Hiace: 9 passengers, 15 × 28-inch suitcases.
Exceeding capacity requires a vehicle upgrade or additional vehicle at extra cost, subject to availability. One infant seat and one wheelchair are available free upon advance request, subject to vehicle suitability. Additional infant seats cost JPY 2,000 each.
Driver only. No guide, accompanied hiking, or guaranteed English-speaking driver. During the independent Magome–Tsumago hike, the driver repositions the vehicle and meets guests at an agreed pickup point.
Please keep your phone or WhatsApp reachable. Parking restrictions may require walking to a designated meeting point. Out-of-route transfers, accommodation locations, or extra stops require advance confirmation and may incur additional fees.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels