2-Day Snow Monkey Tour: Nagano to Takayama via Matsumoto
- Live Guide
- E-Ticket
Situated between the popular destinations of Tokyo and Kyoto, the mountainous of region of Nagano is the literal heart of Japan and a road less travelled by many international visitors. This tour combines some of the region’s most iconic destinations - including the world-famous Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani, the 1400-year old Zenko-ji Temple, Matsumoto Castle, and the historic old town of Takayama - with the unforgettable experience of being driven through Japan’s Northern Alps, a place of high mountain peaks and rarefied beauty. With English-speaking guide, lunch, and full-service accommodation on Day 1 followed by hotel pick-up and transport to Matsumoto and Takayama, including hotel drop-off, on Day 2, this tour captures the history and beauty of central Japan with the convenience and comfort of one easy package.
Itinerary Details
Operated by: Machinovate Japan Ltd.
Day 1 Zenkoji Temple - Snow Monkey Park
Stop At: Zenko-ji Temple
Explore Zenko-ji - a National Treasure and one of the oldest and most important Buddhist temples in Japan
Duration: 2 hour
Stop At: Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
Visit the world-famous snow monkeys of Jigokudani and learn all about what makes them so unique
Duration: 2 hour
Day 2 Matsumoto Castle - Takayama
Stop At: Matsumoto Castle
Visit iconic Matsumoto Castle – a National Treasure and one the last remaining original castles in Japan
Duration: 3 hour
Stop At: Ishii Miso
One of Nagano's oldest and most acclaimed miso producers - followed by a quick tour of he brewery itself
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Takayama Jinya
Make your way to Takayama through the beautiful Northern Alps. Your driver will stop along the way for a break and to allow you to soak in the alpine atmosphere.
Duration: 2 hour
