Snow Monkey and Obuse from Nagano

Nagano, Japan
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Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This tour is a seasonal tour which can be held only in winters. You can have a unique opportunity to enjoy to see monkeys in the hotspring!
You can enjoy a short hiking before and after the monkey section.
(please wear comfortable shoes.)

This tour would be leaded by national licensed guides, so you can ask anything about the local information, as well.

*The snow monkey season is from December to mid-March each year; it is still possible to see monkeys in April, but there is no snow.

The tour might be changed if the weather condition is not good.

Please note that crampons will be attached to your shoes for this tour because you will be walking on snow-covered trails to meet the snow monkeys. Please be aware of this in advance.

Options

Public transportation

Public Transportation
Pickup included

Private vehicle

Private vehicle: A private vehicle suitable for your group size will be provided.
Pickup included

What's included

  • Private walking tour with a national licensed guide.
  • Admission fee for the snow monkey park
  • Hotel or Station Pick Up
  • Public Transportation Fee
  • 8 hours walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
  • Lunch
  • Personal Expenses
  • Souvenirs

What to expect

  1. Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
    4h · Admission ticket included
    Explore one of the most popular destinations to enjoy winter in Japan, Snow monkey.
    IMPORTANT: Please make sure to wear comfortable shoes because this tour includes about 1 hour or 1 hour and a half hiking.

    Since this tour involves walking on snow-covered trails, simple crampons will be attached to your shoes. Please be aware of this in advance.
  2. Obuse-machi
    4h
    Pleasant town famous for chestnuts and Hokusai.
    Highlights of this town are related to the artist and his patron, including the Hokusai Museum, the Takai Kozan Museum and the painted ceiling at Gansho-in Temple.

    ☆This spot can be visited only when you start this tour from Nagano area.
    If you choose the tour from Tokyo, we can not visit this spot.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby or the central ticket gate of the station with your name sign.
Please inform about your pick up details in advance.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
  • The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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