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Departure from Hakuba Snow Monkey Tour and Zenkoji Temple
Nagano
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Not recommended for travelers with limited physical mobility
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover the charm of Japan's winter landscape on the Snow Monkey Tour, featuring a visit to the renowned Jigokudani Wild Snow Monkey Park, home to over 200 wild monkeys soaking in natural hot springs. The tour includes a scenic 40-minute hike to the hot springs, a traditional Japanese lunch in Obuse, and a visit to the historic Zenkoji Temple in Nagano City. Enjoy a unique cultural experience while marveling at the beauty of snow monkeys in their natural habitat.
- Daily departures from Hakuba, available December 20th, 2025 to February 28th, 2026, and select days in March. - Includes a traditional Japanese set-course meal with sake at Kyoumitei in Obuse. - Visit the iconic Zenkoji Temple, ...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admission to the Snow Monkey Park is included
Adults get a choice of Beef, Fish or Vegetarian meals. You will be asked for your meal selection & allergies upon check-in. Children receive set meals, Infants receive no meal.
Departure from Hakuba Snow Monkey Tour and Zenkoji Temple
Nagano
About
Discover the charm of Japan's winter landscape on the Snow Monkey Tour, featuring a visit to the renowned Jigokudani Wild Snow Monkey Park, home to over 200 wild monkeys soaking in natural hot springs. The tour includes a scenic 40-minute hike to the hot springs, a traditional Japanese lunch in Obuse, and a visit to the historic Zenkoji Temple in Nagano City. Enjoy a unique cultural experience while marveling at the beauty of snow monkeys in their natural habitat.
- Daily departures from Hakuba, available December 20th, 2025 to February 28th, 2026, and select days in March. - Includes a traditional Japanese set-course meal with sake at Kyoumitei in Obuse. - Visit the iconic Zenkoji Temple, ...
Highlights
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
9 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admission to the Snow Monkey Park is included
Adults get a choice of Beef, Fish or Vegetarian meals. You will be asked for your meal selection & allergies upon check-in. Children receive set meals, Infants receive no meal.
Itinerary
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Snow Monkey Park (jigokudani Yaen Koen)
See the wild Snow Monkeys bathe, play and huddle in the natural hotsprings.
2 hours
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Obuse-machi
Stop for lunch at a local restaurant in the quaint, historic town of Obuse. You will have free time to explore the area including shops, breweries and galleries.
Optional: entry to the Hokusai museum, a museum dedicated to the famous woodblock artist Hokusai who created 'The Great Wave'
1 hour and 30 minutes
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Zenko-ji Temple
Take a guided tour of the Zenkoji temple, Japan's oldest Buddhist temple which is now divided into 29 temples representing the 29 sects of Buddhism alive in Japan today.
Optional: entry to the underground passage