Shinjuku: Nagano Snow Monkey Park & Zenkoji Temple Lunch Included

Shinjuku, Tokyo



Enjoy a winter day tour from Tokyo with included lunch! Visit ancient Zenkoji Temple and famous snow monkey park to see wild macaques soaking in hot springs.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the sight of wild macaques soaking in natural hot springs
  • Explore Zenkoji Temple, one of Japan’s most famous Buddhist temples
  • Enjoy a set lunch at Shinshu Fruit Land during the itinerary
  • Travel in comfort with round-trip coach transportation from Shinjuku
  • Benefit from the knowledge of a bilingual English and Mandarin guide

Description

Detailed Itinerary (No Time Rush, Leisure Pace) 1. Zenkoji Temple Stay duration: Approx. 60 minutes One of Japan’s most prestigious ancient Buddhist temples with over 1,400 years of history. Features elegant traditional Japanese wooden architecture, peaceful sacred grounds, and profound local religious culture. Enjoy relaxed sightseeing and take photos of the historic temple scenery. Entrance fee payable on-site 2. Shinshu Fruit Land (Lunch Stop) Stay duration: Approx. 40 minutes Enjoy a wonderful included local set lunch with fresh seasonal ingredients. Taste authentic Nagano regional flavors and take a comfortable break during the trip. You can upgrade to alternative meal options at an additional cost. Vegetarian meals and allergy-friendly dietary alternatives are available upon request. Please contact customer service in advance if you have special dietary needs or food allergies. 3. Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park Stay duration: Approx. 150 minutes The world-famous home of wild Japanese snow monkeys. Every winter, countless wild macaques gather here to soak in natural hot springs to keep warm, creating the most classic and adorable Japanese winter scenery. Visitors need to walk a 20–30-minute one-way gentle mountain trail from the parking lot to reach the park. Tour Conclusion This seasonal winter tour offers a perfect blend of natural scenery, cultural exploration and relaxing leisure time. With convenient round-trip transportation, professional bilingual guidance and included local lunch, you can effortlessly experience Nagano’s most famous winter highlights. Enjoy a relaxed, wonderful and unforgettable one-day winter journey in Japan. Important Tour Regulations 1. Participants: Both solo travelers and groups are warmly welcome to join the tour. 2. Dress Reminder: The mountain region is cold and icy in winter. Please prepare warm winter clothes and non-slip shoes. 3. Seatbelts are mandatory for all passengers on the coach in compliance with Japanese traffic laws. 4. Guests need to walk more than 30 minutes uphill from the parking lot to reach Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park. 5. No refund is available if you fail to spot monkeys or monkey hot spring bathing, due to unpredictable wild animal behavior. 6. Snow monkeys do not stay in hot springs all day; their activities depend on weather and natural routines. 7. Wild monkeys are territorial. Please keep a safe distance and avoid direct eye contact. 8. Coach size (medium or small vehicle) will be arranged based on the actual number of participants.

Includes

Services of a professional English-speaking guide Transportation Admission tickets: All attractions offer complimentary admission Lunch

Excludes

Optional entry to the inner sanctuary of Zenko-ji Temple Optional upgraded lunch fee Personal expenses (e.g., meals, snacks, drinks, souvenirs, shopping) Personal travel or accident insurance Infants / Young Children: For parties traveling with infants or young children, please email us Luggage surcharge (please inform us in advance if you plan to bring luggage; an additional fee may apply) Hotel pickup

Important Information

  • 1.Pre-Tour Notification Tour details sent via email by 19:00 the day before. Check inbox, spam, and promotions. 2. Schedule Adjustment Routes and stop times may change on weekends/public holidays due to traffic or early closures. 3. Guide Service When the group size is small, the driver may double as a guide. The guide is multilingual and provides assistance in multiple languages, not limited to a single language. 4. Aged 0–12 cannot be accommodated. Please inform us in advance by email with details. Last‑minute notifications may result in being unable to board. For other situations or possible charges, please consult us directly—we’ll be happy to explain the details. 5. Cancellation Policy No refunds for no-shows due to personal reasons. 6. Luggage Rules Inform us in advance if bringing luggage. Extra fees may apply. 7. Travel Insurance Additional travel insurance recommended. 8. Vehicle Etiquette No eating or drinking inside. Cleaning fee applies if soiled.

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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