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Myoko and Madarao Day Tour Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji and Sake

By Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Free cancellation available
Price is Rp2.454.382 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
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. Afterwards, savour 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 flavours.

Activity location

  • Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
    • 6845 Heion,
    • 381-0401, Yamanouchi-machi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Madarao Kogen Hotel
    • 11492-321 Iiyama
    • 389-2257, Iiyama, Nagano, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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From Akakura Sightseeing Cntr
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Meetup location: The meetup is at the Akakura Onsen Sightseeing Information Centre at 08:40 Look for a guide holding a Snow Monkey Resort sign
Starting point:
Akakura Onsen, 585-1 Akakura, Myoko, Niigata 949-2111, Japan

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:40
Price details
Rp2.454.382 x 1 AdultRp2.454.382

Total
Price is Rp2.454.382
Until Fri, 19 Dec
From Akakura Kanko Resort Bus
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Meetup location: Meet up at Akakura Kanko Resort Bus Stop at 08:50. Make sure to look for a guide holding a Snow Monkey Resorts Sign
Starting point:
216 Tagiri, Myoko, Niigata 949-2102, Japan

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:50
Price details
Rp2.454.382 x 1 AdultRp2.454.382

Total
Price is Rp2.454.382
Until Fri, 19 Dec
From Hotel Madarao Kogen
  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Meetup location: Please wait at the Hotel Madarao bus stop to be collected by your guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag at 09:30.
Starting point:
Madarao Kogen Hotel, 11492-321 Iiyama, Nagano 389-2257, Japan

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30
Price details
Rp2.454.382 x 1 AdultRp2.454.382

Total
Price is Rp2.454.382
Until Fri, 19 Dec
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return transport from Myoko Kogen & Madarao Kogen.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided sake tasting
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch (vegetarian and gluten-free options available)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry to the Snow Monkey Park

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Starting with pickups from multiple locations, the tour begins at 08:15 from Lotte Arai, followed by stops at Akakura Hot Spring Sightseeing Information Centre, 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.
Hotarutei
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
After exiting the park, enjoy a delicious winter hotpot lunch made from fresh, local ingredients; Expect a satisfying meal that showcases the flavours 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.
Zenko-ji Temple
  • 4h
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.

Location

Activity location

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    Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
    • 6845 Heion,
    • 381-0401, Yamanouchi-machi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Madarao Kogen Hotel
    • 11492-321 Iiyama
    • 389-2257, Iiyama, Nagano, Japan
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    Akakura Onsen
    • 585-1 Akakura
    • 949-2111, Myoko, Niigata, Japan
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    216 Tagiri
    • 216 Tagiri
    • 949-2102, Myoko, Niigata, Japan

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