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1-Day Snow Monkeys & Zenko-ji Tomyo Lantern Festival Tour
Activity Duration (8 hours)
Extreme
Hosted in English
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What you'll do
Join us for a unique 1-day tour that combines the famous Snow Monkeys with the enchanting Zenko-ji Tomyo Lantern Festival.
Tour Highlight
Join us for a unique 1-day winter tour in Nagano, combining a visit to the world-famous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and an evening exploration of the Zenko-ji Tomyo Lantern Festival.
This tour begins at Nagano Station, where you will be transported to the Jigokudani Monkey Park. After enjoying the park, you will return to Nagano City for a warming winter dinner at Monzen Terrace Enya.
In the evening, you will be guided around the Zenko-ji Temple precinct in the beauty and tranquility of its annual Tomyo Lantern Festival.
All led by a locally-based, English-speaking guide, this tour is a great way to experience the best of Nagano in winter.
What is included?
- Entry tickets to the Snow Monkey Park
- Dinner
- Airconditioned vehicle
- Englishspeaking guide
- Entry/Admission Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
What is not included?
- Shinkansen / 'Bullet Train' tickets
- Accommodation
- Additional food, snacks & drinks
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Itinerary
Nagano Lantern Festival Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for 1-Day Snow Monkeys & Zenko-ji Tomyo Lantern Festival Tour in Nagano, Japan. This lantern festival experience includes 3 stops over 1 day. Duration: 8 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: 2 hours
Enjoy observing the famous monkeys in their winter habitat. With no barriers between you and the monkeys, this is a unique and memorable experience. Your guide will be on-hand to explain just what makes these creatures so unique, while also allowing plenty of free-time to enjoy for yourself.Read moreMore about Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
2
MONZEN TERRACE ENYA
Stop: 70 minutes
3
Zenko-ji Temple
Stop: 90 minutes
Experience the near-1400 year old temple precinct bathed the brilliant light of the Tomyo Lantern Festival. Countless paper lanterns lead the way to the temple, while the temple itself comes to splendid light as a tribute to the Buddha. Indeed to also celebrate Nagano's role as host of the 1998 Winter Olympics, this tranquil evening festival is sure to leave a lasting impression.Read moreMore about Zenko-ji Temple
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