• Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park - The tour kicks off at 08:40 with pickups from various locations, including the Akakura Hot Spring Sightseeing Information Center, Shin-Akakura bus stop, and Hotel Madarao. The journey then proceeds to the Snow Monkey Park. Upon reaching around 10:30, the guide will escort participants along the picturesque forest trail into Jigokudani, known as ‘Hell’s Valley’ for its steaming volcanic activity.
• Hotarutei - After leaving the park, enjoy a delightful winter hotpot lunch crafted from fresh, local ingredients. This meal promises to highlight the flavors of Nagano. For those interested in sampling local wines, sake, and beer, these can be ordered and paid for directly at the counter to savor the spirits of Nagano.
• Zenko-ji Temple - With appetites satisfied, the tour continues to Zenkoji Temple, one of Japan’s most esteemed religious sites, established in 642. The guide will share insights into the temple’s history and legends, followed by free time to explore the surrounding area, where visitors can browse charming shops and taste local treats.

Around 16:45, regroup and board the bus for the return journey to Myoko Kogen and Madarao Kogen, with drop-offs at the same locations in reverse order, arriving back by 19:05.

• Round-trip transportation from Myoko Kogen & Madarao Kogen
• English-speaking guide
• Guided sake tasting
• Lunch with vegetarian and gluten-free options
• Entry to the Snow Monkey Park

Discover the highlights of Nagano on this engaging tour beginning at Myoko Kogen and Madarao Kogen. Start your adventure with a trip to the famous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, where you can see Japan’s iconic hot spring-bathing monkeys. Following this, enjoy a delightful winter lunch before visiting the historic Zenkoji Temple, a key Buddhist site in the country. Guided by an experienced English-speaking guide, the tour wraps up with a sake tasting, providing an ideal mix of culture, nature, and local tastes.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.