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2-Day Snow Monkey Tour: Nagano to Takayama via Matsumoto
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2-Day Snow Monkey Tour: Nagano to Takayama via Matsumoto
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Activity Duration (2 days)
Moderate
Hosted in English
No refund if cancelled
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What you'll do
Experience the magic of Nagona’s water-bathing snow monkeys on a 2-day tour that takes you off the beaten path. As well as soaking up the scenery of Japan’s northern mountains as you’re transported in climate-controlled comfort, you’ll tick off the snow Monkeys of Jigokudani, the 1400-year old Zenko-ji Temple, Matsumoto Castle, and the historic old town of Takayama.Read more
Tour Highlight
Experience the magic of Nagona’s water-bathing snow monkeys on a 2-day tour that takes you off the beaten path. As well as soaking up the scenery of Japan’s northern mountains as you’re transported in climate-controlled comfort, you’ll tick off the snow Monkeys of Jigokudani, the 1400-year old Zenko-ji Temple, Matsumoto Castle, and the historic old town of Takayama.Read more
What is included?
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Transportation from Nagano to all listed destinations, ending at Takayama
- Snow Monkey Park entrance fee
- Sake tasting
- Accommodation at Hotel Kokusai 21 on Day 1 (inc. breakfast on Day 2)
- Matsumoto Castle entrance fee on Day 2
- English-speaking guide & transport on Day 1 & 2
- Entry to Traditional House in Narai on Day 2
- Entry/Admission - Zenko-ji Temple
- Entry/Admission - Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
- Entry/Admission - Matsumoto Castle
What is not included?
- Dinner on Day 1 & Day 2
- Accommodation in Takayama
- Shinkansen/bullet train tickets
- Lunch on Day 2
Additional Information
- Most travelers can participate
- 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.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Meet your host
Lighthouse Tour Guide
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Host since 2025
Itinerary
Total 6 stops
Meals included:, Lunch
Accommodation included:, Hotel in Nagano City including Western-style bedding and private bathroom.
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Zenko-ji Temple
Stop: 2 hours - Admission included
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Zenko-ji Temple
Stop: 2 hours - Admission included
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Zenko-ji Temple
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Explore Zenko-ji - a National Treasure and one of the oldest and most important Buddhist temples in JapanRead moreMore about Zenko-ji Temple
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Zenko-ji Temple
Stop: 2 hours - Admission included
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Visit the world-famous snow monkeys of Jigokudani and learn all about what makes them so unique
Read moreMore about Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
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