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2-Day Snow Monkey Tour: Nagano to Takayama via Matsumoto
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2 Days
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Offered in: English
Overview
Situated between the popular destinations of Tokyo and Kyoto, the mountainous of region of Nagano is the literal heart of Japan and a road less travelled by many international visitors. This tour combines some of the region’s most iconic destinations - including the world-famous Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani, the 1400-year old Zenko-ji Temple, Matsumoto Castle, and the historic old town of Takayama - with the unforgettable experience of being driven through Japan’s Northern Alps, a place of high mountain peaks and rarefied beauty. With English-speaking guide, lunch, and full-service accommodation on Day 1 followed by hotel pick-up and transport to Matsumoto and Takayama, including hotel drop-off, on Day 2, this tour captures the history and beauty of central Japan with the convenience and comfort of one easy package.
What's Included
- Driver & transport on Day 2
- Matsumoto Castle entrance fee on Day 2
- Accommodation at Hotel Kokusai 21 on Day 1 (inc. breakfast on Day 2)
- English-speaking guide & transport on Day 1
- Breakfast
- Snow Monkey Park entrance fee
- Sake tasting
- Transportation from Nagano to all listed destinations, ending at Takayama
- Dinner on Day 1 & Day 2
- Accommodation in Takayama
- Shinkansen/bullet train tickets
- English-speaking guide on Day 2
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
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Start time
09:30 AM
What To Expect
Zenkoji Temple - Snow Monkey Park
2 Stops
Zenko-ji Temple
Explore Zenko-ji - a National Treasure and one of the oldest and most important Buddhist temples in Japan
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
Visit the world-famous snow monkeys of Jigokudani and learn all about what makes them so unique
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Accommodations : Hotel in Nagano City including Western-style bedding and private bathroom.
Meals : Lunch
Matsumoto Castle - Takayama
3 Stops
Matsumoto Castle
Visit iconic Matsumoto Castle – a National Treasure and one the last remaining original castles in Japan
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Ishii Miso
One of Nagano's oldest and most acclaimed miso producers - followed by a quick tour of he brewery itself
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Takayama Jinya
Make your way to Takayama through the beautiful Northern Alps. Your driver will stop along the way for a break and to allow you to soak in the alpine atmosphere.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear suitable shoes for the walking trail into the Snow Monkey Park.
- During the winter it is common to see the Snow Monkeys enjoying the hot spring bath, however from spring up to autumn there will be times where the monkeys play or eat in the water, however please note that the monkeys are wild animals and there is no guarantee that there will be monkeys in the bath.
- There are a few days in the year that the monkeys might not come down to the park. In such case we will provide an alternative activity.
- It is possible to extend your stay at Hotel Kokusai 21. Please send us your preferred length of stay if this is what you’re looking for.
- Guests are required to follow the Snow Monkey Park rules at all times. Guests are not permitted to touch, hold, feed or bathe with the monkeys at any time. There are no barriers separating the monkeys from visitors to the park. Please ensure you keep a minimum distance of 1 to 2 meters between yourself and the monkeys. Your guide will explain the rules prior to entering the park.
Operated by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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