View all photos
Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake
Product code 9582P182
From
From JPY 22,900
Dates
Available from Feb 12, 2025
Start times
8:40 AM, 8:50 AM, 9:30 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-5, Child ages 6-12, Adult ages 13-99
Options
From Akakura Kanko Resort Bus, From Akakura Sightseeing Cntr, From Hotel Madarao Kogen
Availability, payment, cancellation, and vouchers are completed on Viator after you leave this page.
Duration
8 hours to 10 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Booking, payment, cancellation, and vouchers continue on Viator.
From
From JPY 22,900
Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake
View all photos
Duration
8 hours to 10 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Experience the best of Nagano with this immersive tour starting from Myoko Kogen and Madarao Kogen. Begin your journey with a visit to the renowned Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, home to Japan’s famous hot spring-bathing monkeys. Afterward, savor 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.
Overview
Experience the best of Nagano with this immersive tour starting from Myoko Kogen and Madarao Kogen. Begin your journey with a visit to the renowned Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, home to Japan’s famous hot spring-bathing monkeys. Afterward, savor 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's Included
Included
Round-trip transportation from Myoko Kogen & Madarao Kogen.
English-speaking guide
Guided sake tasting
Lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available)
Entry to the Snow Monkey Park
Not included
No exclusions listed.
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Please wait at the Hotel Madarao bus stop to be collected by your guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag at 09:30. The tour cannot wait and will need to depart shortly after the listed meet up time.
The next meet up point is the Akakura Kanko Resort Bus stop at 08:50. Many local buses operate from the bus stop, so be sure to look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag and confirm that you're boarding the correct bus to join the tour.
The meetup point is right outside of the Akakura Onsen Sightseeing Information Center. Be sure to look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag and ensure you are there prior to the meetup time as the tour will need to depart by 08:40.
End point
Please wait at the Hotel Madarao bus stop to be collected by your guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag at 09:30. The tour cannot wait and will need to depart shortly after the listed meet up time.
The next meet up point is the Akakura Kanko Resort Bus stop at 08:50. Many local buses operate from the bus stop, so be sure to look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag and confirm that you're boarding the correct bus to join the tour.
The meetup point is right outside of the Akakura Onsen Sightseeing Information Center. Be sure to look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag and ensure you are there prior to the meetup time as the tour will need to depart by 08:40.
Itinerary
Stop 1
4 hoursAdmission included
Stop 1
Starting with pickups from multiple locations, the tour begins at 08:40 from the Akakura Hot Spring Sightseeing Information Center, followed by the 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.
Stop 2
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 2
After exiting the park, enjoy a delicious winter hotpot lunch made from fresh, local ingredients; Expect a satisfying meal that showcases the flavors of Nagano. For those who wish to try local wines, sake, and beer, you can order and pay directly at the counter to enjoy the spirits of Nagano.
Stop 3
4 hours
Stop 3
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.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
9 reviews
Collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
