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Top 20 Experiences in Gero

Frozen fall trekking

Frozen fall trekking

Hida-Osaka is situated 40 minutes south from Takayama, and 40 minutes north from Gero either by train or bus or car. It's the best choice for those who are looking for the off-the-beaten path in Japan. The frozen waterfall gets as big as 15 meters (50 feet) high and 5 meters (16 feet) wide. It starts forming in early November and will drop and disappear by the end of April. The local guide who knows the area better than anyone will take you to the waterfall in all its beauty. The trail is about total 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) and takes about 4. 5 hours round trip. It’s a complete snow trail which requires snowshoes and spikes. The trail starts at an altitude of 1,800 meters (5,900 feet). There, the air gets as cold as -20 ℃ (46 ℉), and the snow piles up as high as 2 meters (6.6 feet). Physical toughness and the ability to walk and stay outside in these conditions is necessary for this tour. During the tour, the guide will prepare a hot outdoor lunch.

Free cancellation
$191.23
Rivers Run through Hida-Osaka E-Bike Tour

Rivers Run through Hida-Osaka E-Bike Tour

This is an e-bike tour along and across the four rivers in Hida-Osaka. The tour will connect you with the authentic nature of Japan. Many things you see in this town are related to the volcanic activities of Mother mountain, Mt. Ontake, and you will learn how the land of Hida-Osaka was formed after the eruption of the volcano 54,000 years ago. Of course, a visit to Gandate Park, the symbolic park of the town, is also included in this tour. You will walk in Gandate Park under the trees and along the waterfall for half an hour where is the best location for forest bathing (shinrin-yoku). A 40/50-minute bus ride from both Takayama and Gero, Hida-Osaka is a great place to get to know the Japanese land over lava flow, to feel the nature, to appreciate the gift from the natural habitat, and to experience the tranquility of wind and flowing river water. While you bike along the rivers, your guide will explain how people in Hida-Osaka have long lived in harmony with nature.

Free cancellation
Private tour
$152.98
Private Sake Brewery Tour in Gero

Private Sake Brewery Tour in Gero

This private sake brewery tour is held at the tranquil town named Hagiwara. It takes just 15 minutes by car or train from Gero Hot Spring. The tour starts at JR Hida Hagiwara station and you will know the history of town first while leisurely walking. It has historically strong ties with Takayama from Sengoku period (16C). There are still some traditional buildings along the Hida Way at the center of Hagiwara, and one of those is Tenryo Sake Brewery. In the brewery, the enthusiastic brewer will show you how to make sake step by step and you will enjoy tasting their special sake finally. This is a private tour so you can ask any questions to fully satisfy your curiosity about sake. Moreover, this is the only sake tour available in English for overseas travelers around Gero. Do not miss this opportunity to dive into the sake world!

Free cancellation
Private tour
$187.75
Watefall visit hiking in Hida-Osaka

Watefall visit hiking in Hida-Osaka

Hida-Osaka spreads at the west foot of the active volcano, Mt. Ontake. Gandate Park where the tour takes place is the symbolic site to learn about the history of the volcanic activities of Mt. Ontake 54,000 years ago. On this tour, you can feel the power of the earth, and at the same time, you will learn how people in Hida-Osaka have lived with the gift of nature. The fresh air full of negative ions embraces you and it's the best spot around this region to enjoy forest bathing (shinrin-yoku). Hida-Osaka is situated 40-50 minutes south from Takayama, and north from Gero either by train or bus or car. It's the best choice for those who are looking for the off-the-beaten path experience in Japan.

Free cancellation
$114.74