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Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake
Activity Duration (10 hours)
Extreme
Hosted in English
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What you'll do
Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake
Tour Highlight
Experience the best of Nagano with this immersive tour starting from Myoko Kogen and Madarao Kogen. Begin your journey by visiting the renowned Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, where you can see Japan's famous hot spring-bathing monkeys. Afterward, enjoy a delicious winter lunch before heading to the historic Zenkoji Temple, one of the country's most significant Buddhist sites. Led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide, the tour concludes with a sake tasting, offering a perfect blend of culture, nature, and local flavors.
What is included?
- Roundtrip transportation from Myoko Kogen & Madarao Kogen.
- Entry to the Snow Monkey Park
- Lunch (vegetarian and glutenfree options available)
- Guided sake tasting
- Englishspeaking guide
- Entry/Admission Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
- Entry/Admission Yamanouchi-machi
What is not included?
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
Meet your host
Lighthouse Tour Guide
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Host since 2025
Itinerary
Myoko Desert / Jungle Safaris Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake in Myoko, Japan. This desert / jungle safaris experience includes 3 stops over 1 day. Duration: 10 hours. Activity level: Extreme.
No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Here is the starting point
Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
1
Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
Stop: 4 hours
Starting with pickups from multiple locations, the tour begins at 08:15 from Lotte Arai, followed by stops at Akakura Hot Spring Sightseeing Information Center, Shin-Akakura bus stop, and Hotel Madarao. From there, travel towards the Snow Monkey Park. Upon arrival around 10:30, your guide will lead you along the scenic forest trail into Jigokudani—aptly named ‘Hell’s Valley’ due to its steamy volcanic activity.Read moreMore about Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
2
Hotarutei
Stop: 60 minutes
3
Zenko-ji Temple
Stop: 4 hours
Well-fed, you’ll continue to Zenkoji Temple, one of Japan’s most revered religious sites, dating back to 642. Your guide will provide insights into the temple’s history and legends before allowing you some free time to explore the surrounding district, where you can browse quaint shops and sample local delicacies.
At approximately 16:45, rejoin your group and board the bus for the return trip to Myoko Kogen and Madarao Kogen, with drop-offs at the same locations in reverse order, arriving back by 19:05.Read moreMore about Zenko-ji Temple
This concludes the tour.
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