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2-Day Takayama to Nagano Tour: Snow Monkeys & Highlights of Central Japan
2 days
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Day 1: Kamikochi - Matsumoto
Stop At: Kamikochi Visitor Center, Matsumoto Nagano Prefecture
Explore the stunning alpine valley of Kamikochi, renowned for its pristine natural state and walk its trails and discover its highlights including Asuza River, Taisho Pond, and Kappa Bridge.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Matsumoto Castle, 4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto 390-0873 Nagano Prefecture
Explore the historic grounds including entering the castle itself and climbing to the top of its 6-story.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel in Nagano City including Western-style bedding and private bathroom.
Day 2: Zenkoji-Temple - Snow Monkey Park
Stop At: Zenko-ji Temple, I-491 Motoyoshicho, Nagano 380-0851 Nagano Prefecture
Explore Zenko-ji, one of Japan’s oldest and most important Buddhist temples, and home to the first known Buddhist statue to be brought to Japan.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, 6845 Heion, Yamanouchi-machi, Shimotakai-gun 381-0401 Nagano Prefecture
Visit the world-famous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and learn all about what makes the resident monkeys so unique
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Kamikochi - Matsumoto
Stop At: Kamikochi Visitor Center, Matsumoto Nagano Prefecture
Explore the stunning alpine valley of Kamikochi, renowned for its pristine natural state and walk its trails and discover its highlights including Asuza River, Taisho Pond, and Kappa Bridge.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Matsumoto Castle, 4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto 390-0873 Nagano Prefecture
Explore the historic grounds including entering the castle itself and climbing to the top of its 6-story.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel in Nagano City including Western-style bedding and private bathroom.
Day 2: Zenkoji-Temple - Snow Monkey Park
Stop At: Zenko-ji Temple, I-491 Motoyoshicho, Nagano 380-0851 Nagano Prefecture
Explore Zenko-ji, one of Japan’s oldest and most important Buddhist temples, and home to the first known Buddhist statue to be brought to Japan.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, 6845 Heion, Yamanouchi-machi, Shimotakai-gun 381-0401 Nagano Prefecture
Visit the world-famous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and learn all about what makes the resident monkeys so unique
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 1x Breakfast
- 1x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 1 night
- Transportation fee from Nagano to Takayama and all between activities/attractions
- Snow Monkey Park entrance fee
- Entry to Kamikochi
- Lunch on Day 1
- Sake tasting
- Accommodation on Day 1 (including breakfast on Day 2)
- English-speaking guide
- Entry/Admission - Zenko-ji Temple
- Entry/Admission - Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
Not included
- Dinner on Day 1
- Lunch on Day 2
- Accommodation on Day 2
- Other food, snacks and drinks
- Optional entrance fee to the inner sanctuary of Zenko-ji Temple
- Shinkansen/Bullet train tickets
- Entry/Admission - Matsumoto Castle
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Please wear suitable shoes and clothing for alpine walking in Kamikochi and the Snow Monkey Park
- Kamikochi is located at 1500 meters above sea level and weather can change quickly. Please ensure you have clothing suitable for changing conditions including rain and cooler temperatures (7 to 22℃). The monkey park is located at 850 meters, with similar outdoor clothing suitable for your visit.
- 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.
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Features
Tourism
95%
Cultural
65%
Aquatic
30%
