2-Day Tour from Osaka: Crab Buffet in Shirakawago, Hida Takayama & Gero Onsen

Dinner Buffet & Hot Spring Relaxation – Savor a half-buffet dinner featuring boiled red snow crab, followed by a relaxing soak in the calming waters of Gero Onsen.

- Indulge in a dinner buffet offering a diverse selection of seasonal dishes, local specialties that highlight regional flavors, and unique creations from the hotel—ideal for a fulfilling meal.

Hotel Hospitality Perks – Enjoy exclusive hotel services, including welcome drinks during happy hour and late-night “Yonaki Soba.”

• Happy Hour (Welcome Drinks)
  Take pleasure in unlimited complimentary welcome drinks, such as draft beer, highballs, coffee, and more.
  Available for one hour between hotel check-in and dinner.
• Late-Night “Yonaki Soba”
  Relish a warm bowl of Gifu’s local specialty, Takayama ramen, offered as a late-night snack.
  Available from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

These services are provided by the hotel. Please be aware that happy hour and late-night snack offerings may vary without prior notice.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawa-go Gassho-zukuri village, celebrated for its picturesque Japanese countryside scenery

- Shirakawa-go in Gifu Prefecture maintains the traditional landscape of Japan. Adorned with gassho-zukuri houses, this village showcases its true charm in winter, when a thick layer of snow blankets the surroundings.

- In winter, the steep thatched roofs of Shirakawa-go’s gassho-zukuri houses become enveloped in heavy snow, crafting a tranquil and dreamlike vista reminiscent of classic ink paintings.

- The deep snow muffles all sounds, enveloping the village in tranquility. If you listen closely, you might only hear the soft descent of snow and the gentle crackling of firewood.

Historic Hida Takayama – Leisurely wander through the delightful old town of Hida Takayama.

* Spend around 120 minutes exploring **Hida Takayama**, often referred to as “Little Kyoto” due to its well-preserved Edo-period streets, merchant homes, and sake breweries. Savor local treats, browse craft shops, and soak up the nostalgic ambiance of this historical mountain town.

• Stay at Gero Onsen, One of Japan’s Top Three Hot Springs
  - Enjoy an overnight stay at Gero Onsen, recognized alongside Arima Onsen in Hyogo and Kusatsu Onsen in Gunma as one of Japan’s three renowned hot springs. Its silky-smooth, gentle waters are particularly famous for leaving skin feeling soft and rejuvenated.
• Explore Gero Onsen Town on Day 2
  - Take time to stroll through the enchanting hot spring town of Gero and experience the soothing onsen atmosphere.
  - Recommended locations: Onsen-ji Temple, Sagi no Ashiyu Footbath, Shiragino-yu, Venus Footbath, and the Gero Onsen Museum.
  Admission and bathing fees are to be paid on-site. Some facilities may be closed on specific days.

• All-You-Can-Eat Dinner Buffet – Relish unlimited portions of boiled red snow crab, sushi, tempura, and more.
• Happy Hour & Welcome Treats – For one hour post check-in, enjoy complimentary unlimited welcome drinks including draft beer, highballs, and coffee, plus warm meat buns and steamed manju.
• Breakfast Buffet – Begin your day with a buffet featuring dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
• Free Private Bath – One private onsen bath is available at no charge (reservation required at the front desk).

Guest Room Information:

• Room type not specified (Japanese-style or Western-style)
• All rooms come equipped with a private bath and toilet
• Please note: Room requests cannot be accommodated.

Information about Tour

Place of departure and destination: From Osaka to Gifu
Number of days of travel: 2 days
Means of transportation: Bus
Name of bus company: International Motor Vehicles Osaka or equivalent
Meal(s): Breakfast x 1, Dinner x 1
Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20
Number of GUIDE: 1

Tour Operator Information

Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444
Opening hour: 10:00~18:00
(Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager:

Eri Tomiyama
The Tour Operations Manager is responsible for transactions related to your travel at the sales office, managing your travel arrangements. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please do not hesitate to reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please read and understand the Terms and Conditions below.
Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Dinner Buffet & Hot Spring Relaxation – Savor a half-buffet meal featuring boiled red snow crab, followed by a relaxing time in the tranquil waters of Gero Onsen.
• Hotel Hospitality Perks – Experience exclusive hotel amenities, such as welcome drinks during happy hour and late-night “Yonaki Soba.”
• UNESCO World Heritage Shirakawago – Take advantage of leisure time to discover the scenic, snow-laden World Heritage village.
• Historic Hida Takayama – Wander through the delightful old town of Hida Takayama at your own pace.
• One of Japan’s Top Three Hot Springs – Relish the acclaimed waters of Gero Onsen, recognized as one of the top three hot springs in Japan.

Itinerary

• Depart from Umeda (Meeting time: 7:45 / Departure: 8:00)
• Shirakawago (Free time to explore the UNESCO World Heritage gassho-style village and enjoy lunch at your leisure / approx. 120 minutes)
• Gero Onsen – Breezbay Hotel & Resort Gero (Arrive around 17:00) ※ Enjoy a Happy Hour for one hour after check-in with unlimited complimentary welcome drinks, including draft beer, highballs, and coffee. ※ Dinner features a half-buffet including red snow crab. ※ From 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, enjoy late-night Takayama ramen as “yonaki soba.” ※ Relax in the hot springs, including an open-air bath, large public bath, and a panoramic bath on the top floor.
• Hotel (Depart 9:30) ※ Enjoy breakfast at Hotel
• Gero Onsen Town (Stroll through the famous hot spring town, one of Japan’s Top Three Onsen / approx. 60 minutes)
• Takayama City (Free time to explore “Little Kyoto” Takayama with a map and enjoy lunch at your leisure / approx. 120 minutes)
• Return to Umeda (Approx. 18:20)

Price Details

Included

• Air-conditioned bus
• Round-trip transportation
• Accommodation
• Admission fee
• Breakfast
• Dinner

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned

Important Information

Important Notes During Bus Tour

1. Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

2. Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

3. As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

4. Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

5. Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

6. Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

7. Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

9. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

10. Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

11. Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

12. Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

13. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

14. Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

15. The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

16. Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

17. Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

18. After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

19. Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

20. For fruit-picking tours, please note that fruit is to be consumed only on the farm. Bringing it home in your own bag is strictly prohibited.

21. If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Purchase Notice

• This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
• This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
• If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
• For one hour after check-in, enjoy a Happy Hour with unlimited complimentary welcome drinks, including draft beer, highballs, and coffee.
• From 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM, enjoy a late-night serving of Takayama ramen as “yonaki soba.”
• Dinner features a half-buffet with all-you-can-eat red snow crab and a variety of additional dishes.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 21 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 20 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 50% cancellation fee