Kiso Valley in November

Hi all,

I'm planning to stop over at Kiso Valley in between the Tokyo-Osaka trip, either on 11 Nov or 16 Nov. Will this date be the autumn season in Kiso valley?

Considering leaving on 11 Nov from Tokyo, I would like to have some opinion whether the routes are achievable:

A. Tokyo to Magome, walk to Tsumago, leave for Shin Osaka
B. Tokyo to Magome, walk to Tsumago, stay overnight. Leave for Shin-Osaka the next day.
C. Tokyo to Narai, move to Magome, stay overnight. The next morning walk to Tsumago, leave for Osaka.

Thank you

I'm planning to stop over at Kiso Valley in between the Tokyo-Osaka trip, either on 11 Nov or 16 Nov. Will this date be the autumn season in Kiso valley?

It is generally not a bad timing. Maybe a little late in the upper areas of the valley (Narai). It depends on the year and area. Generally speaking: not too bad timing.

All three options are possible. But I recommend to do it in a geographically more meaningful order: Tsumago before Magome.

Thank you, Uji.
I've seen some reviews which recommends Magome as start point as the route is easier (downhill vs uphill if starting from Tsumago). I don't have issue with going uphill.

Do you think it is worth to spend a night at Tsumago or Magome? Which town is usually preferrable?

I have never stayed in Magome, but staying overnight in Tsumago was very nice. Frankly, I think it depends more on the lodging than the town.

As for the hike, I think it is relatively easy in either direction. I don't think the direction makes too much of a difference. But people who do not usually walk these type of distances may prefer to do it in the direction that you recommended.

Out of the two towns I thought Magome was prettier (really nice views) and had more of a rustic feel. I dont know what the accomodation is like there, but if I was going to go back I'd stay at Magome. There isnt much to do in either town, though.

Uji and Lazy Pious, thank you for the advise.
Unfortunately there is only a ryokan which accept single traveller but the review is not very good, so I'll do it as day trip.