Private Half-Day Snow Monkey Tour with a Bilingual Taxi Driver
Highlights
Nagano
rural, walking, Wildlife
Private Tour
6 Hours
Medium
English, Japanese, Russian
Description
Enjoy a hassle-free journey to one of Nagano’s most famous attractions with a licensed bilingual taxi driver. This private tour takes you to the Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, where you can witness the famous hot spring-bathing monkeys in their natural habitat. Afterward, explore the charming town of Obuse, known for its historic streets, Hokusai Museum, and delicious local cuisine. With hotel pickup, drop-off, and comfortable transport in a fully licensed taxi, you can relax and focus on making unforgettable memories in Nagano.
Itinerary
-
Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and Obuse town
1️⃣ Pickup from Your Location (Nagano City Area)
Your taxi driver will pick you up from your hotel or Nagano Station, ensuring a convenient and comfortable start to your journey. Enjoy a scenic ride through the countryside as we head toward the Snow Monkey Park.
2️⃣ Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park (40-minute drive)
On the way to the Snow Monkey Park, we’ll make a short stop at a local farmer’s market to try fresh seasonal apples and grapes. Nakano is famous for its Fuji apples and Mascot grapes (available only during harvest season).
Upon arrival, enjoy a scenic 30-minute walk through a beautiful forest trail to reach the park. Here, you can observe wild monkeys soaking in natural hot springs—a truly unique experience. While you explore the park, your driver will wait for you in the parking area.
3️⃣ Drive to Obuse Town (30-minute drive)
After returning from the park, relax in a warm, comfortable taxi for a 30-minute scenic drive to Obuse, a charming Edo-period town known for its rich culture and historical attractions.
4️⃣ Explore Obuse & Lunch
Take a leisurely stroll through Obuse, famous for its traditional architecture, chestnut sweets, and sake breweries. Highlights include:
✔ Hokusai Museum – Showcasing the works of legendary ukiyo-e artist Katsushika Hokusai.
✔ Masuichi-Ichimura Sake Brewery – Sample locally brewed Obuse sake.
✔ Local Chestnut Shops – Try Obuse’s famous chestnut desserts.
For lunch, enjoy a meal at a local Japanese restaurant, with delicious options such as soba noodles, tempura, or Obuse’s specialty chestnut dishes.
5️⃣ Return to Nagano City
After a relaxing time in Obuse, sit back and enjoy the ride back to your hotel or Nagano Station.
? Tour Duration:
This tour typically takes around 5 to 6 hours, but we can adjust the pace to suit your preferences.
? Want to customize your itinerary? Let me know, and I’d be happy to tailor the tour to your needs!
What's Included
What's Excluded
Know Before You Go
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
-
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
The Group Size and Price | |
---|---|
1 to 10 | /group |
This is a private tour |