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Nagano Nature & Outdoor Tours

Snow Monkey&Togakushi Snowshoeing! Nagano Winter Special!

Nagano
9 hours

Visiting world famous "Snow Monkey" park and snowshoeing in beautiful Togakushi Shrine's forest! The Mokey park is outstanding and you will love it to see the wild monkeys relaxing in Onsen. Moreover, this tour offers the other special experience "Snowshoeing in Togakushi". Explore the snowy beech forests. Woodland creatures also roam the area, so keep your eyes peeled for animal tracks! Approach the legendary Togakushi Shrine nearby, strolling along its idyllic tree-lined trail.

FROM$384/ per group
Kouhei N.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)

Togakushi Snowshoe Hiking Tour

Nagano
6 hours 30 min

The mountains of the north Nagano are covered with deep snow during the winter. The pond freezes, all the shrubs are buried under the snow, and the trees wear beautiful white robes. The sound of footsteps and breathing of ourselves as we step on the snow in silence, and the footprints of rabbits and foxes that remain on the snow surface. In winter, when bushes are covered with snow, you can freely walk around the forest, and you can also get to the forest of giant trees,

FROM$279/ per group
Kouhei N.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)

Snow Monkey Park & Local Train Experience

Nagano
6 hours

Jigokutani Yaen Koen, so-called the Snow Monkey Park, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Nagano. If you are lucky, you will see some monkeys bathing in the hot spring. In winter, the natural trail is often frozen and slippery. From spring to autumn, trekking to the park is easier than in winter. How about enjoying a local train ride and encountering wild monkeys in natural settings?

FROM$276/ per group
Emi F.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)

Horse trekking in a beautiful forest near Karuizawa

Nagano
3 hours 30 min

This tour includes horse trekking and lunch in Karuizawa area, where you can relax in beautiful nature away from the city. Horse trekking is for very first beginners to experienced riders. Just let me know what your level is! I will be taking many photos for you during the tour and send them to you later. Later for lunch, you can try Nagano Soba noodle or Tempura in my recommended restaurant(favorite place among local people!), or you can just tell me what you would like to eat.

FROM$70/ per group
Kanami E.
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
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Nagano Day Trip Tours

Snow Monkey Park and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

Nagano
8 hours

The park provides us a rare opportunity for us to watch the Macaque up close and observe their fascinating behavior. During winter the monkeys enjoy bathing in the hot spring. The history of Zenkoji temple started in 642 and it does not belong to any religious sect. Legend says that Zenkoji's golden triad was the first Buddhist image to arrive in Japan. After taking a walk in Nakamise street, you can enjoy Sake tasting if you like.

FROM$279/ per group
Takeshi H.
5.00 / 5
(54 reviews)

Matsumoto Castle and Daio Wasabi Farm in Nagano

Nagano
8 hours 30 min

Matsumoto castle which was built in 1593-94. The 5 roofed, six story tower castle is the oldest in existence in Japan. It is designated as a national treasure of Japan. Daio Wasabi Farm is situated amongst the picturesque valleys of central Japan’s famous Alps region. It is known as the largest farm of Wasabi (horseradish) in Japan and noted for its picturesque beauty and long history. The tour starts at Matsumoto station and we will visit these places by train or taxi.

FROM$296/ per group
Takeshi H.
5.00 / 5
(54 reviews)

Customized Tour in Karuizawa

Nagano
4 hours

Our professional guide will take you to the places that you wish to visit in Karuizawa and nearby areas. We are local guides and do our best to talk about our areas with our warm hearts! Shiraito Waterfall, Karuizawa Shaw Memorial Churches, Soba making experience, Karuizawa Old Town Areas, Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, Karuizawa's History Road, Mt. Asama Magma Stone Park are just some of the popular places. I hope you will have a lot of fun

FROM$144/ per group
Kgs N.
3.00 / 5
(2 reviews)

Visiting Togakushi Shrine and Zenkoji Temple in Nagano

Nagano
9 hours

Meet at Nagano station. Travel by bus for an hour to the entrance of Togakushi Okusha Shrine and walk about 40 minutes to the Okusha.Along the way to Okusha shrine, we will walk through a beautiful path surrounded by 400-year-old cedar trees. After visiting Okusha Shrine we will visit the Togakushi Ninja Museum where we can see ninja tools on display. At Chusha Shrine we will have lunch at a soba noodle restaurant. From Togakushi, we will move to Zenkoji temple by bus (or taxi).

FROM$314/ per group
Takeshi H.
5.00 / 5
(54 reviews)
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Nagano Art, Culture, & Historical Tours

Zenkoji Temple Experience

Nagano
4 hours

Zenkoji Temple is very famous for Japanese and its beautiful main hall is one of Japan's national treasures. The temple has a long history of pilgrimage and some say that they want to visit it at least once in their lifetime. Your guide shows you some historical spots in the precincts and also tells you some interesting stories of them.

FROM$172/ per group
Emi F.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)

Matsushiro: Unique Samurai Town Experience

Nagano
6 hours

Matsushiro is a quiet castle town 10km away from the center of Nagano. The town used to be the domain of the Sanada clan (feudal lords). In Matsushiro, you see the castle remains, the residence of the Sanada clan, middle-class samurai houses, a school for samurai children. You will enjoy walking around the cosy town, breathing fresh air.

FROM$151/ per group
Emi F.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)

Obuse: Chestnuts and Hokusai Experience

Nagano
6 hours

A world-famous ukiyoe painter Hokusai (1760-1849) stayed in Obuse and made his works in his later years. In Obuse Hokusai Museum, you'll encounter not only his ukiyoe woodblock printings but also his original handwritings you cannot see elsewhere. Akso, Obuse is well-known for its chestnuts. There are many chestnut trees and a variety of foods with chestnuts. Why don't you try one of them?

FROM$213/ per group
Emi F.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)

Zenkoji Temple and History Tour – Half Day Trip from Nagano Station

Nagano
3 hours

I propose a tour from Nagano Station to the Zenkoji Temple. There are traditional Japanese shops and historical spots on the way to Zenkoji from the station. You can try some light snacks such as dango sweets, enjoy some shopping, and if you want, I can take you to a Japanese public bathhouse. I'll propose a flexible plan based on your request. When we arrive at Zenkoji temple, I’ll talk about the history of them and introduce you to various historical points to help you expand your imagination.

FROM$0/ per group
Masatoshi Y.
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Nagano Highlights Tours

Snow Monkey and Hokusai One day tour to Nagano

Nagano
10 hours

Today Japanese monkeys of Jigokudani Onsen became so famous that many foreign visitors eagerly want to visit to see. In Jigokudani (literally meaning is Hell Valley) monkeys take bath in open-air Onsen(Hot spring) in particular during winter season. Visitors can reach there in 3 hours by taking bullet trains and Nagano Dentetsu railway from Tokyo. Near the snow monkey park, there is a old town of Obuse. Obuse is famous for the works of Hokusai Katsushika. In 1840's Hokusai visited Obuse in his 80's years old and stay there for several years. There is the museum of Hokusai and his patron's housing. You can have lunch in Obuse. There are some restaurants and confectionery shops and Sake breweries. You could have chances to Sake tasting. If you want, you could visit the temple whose ceiling paint is the largest and last work by Hokusai and his daughter. As the temple is located at outskirt of Obuse, you need to take taxi. Leaving Tokyo station at 7:20 in the morning, you would arrive at the park around 10:30. You will have enough time to watch monkeys' life. You will enjoy seeing not only the snow monkeys but the beautiful landscape of Central Japan Mountain. You could be back to your hotel by around 19:00 in Tokyo.

FROM$249/ per group
Yo O.
4.88 / 5
(8 reviews)

Karuizawa History Town Walk

Nagano
3 hours

Why not explore Karuizawa, a famous upper-market mountain resort welcoming about 8 million visitors a year? You will walk around the Old Town area with a local guide. The destinations include historic lanes and paths, one of the area's famous churches, areas with holiday villas, Karuizawa Ginza Street and more! You will experience a cafe break, which is a must when you come to a resort area.

FROM$18/ per person
Kgs N.
3.00 / 5
(2 reviews)

Matsumoto Castle Experience

Nagano
4 hours

Matsumoto Castle was built about 400 years ago. It has one of the oldest castle towers in Japan, designated as a national treasure. The black and white contrast of the castle with a backdrop of the Japan's northern Alps is really photogenic!! When you stroll the castle town, you come across rows of old houses and also fresh spring waters in every corner.

FROM$195/ per group
Emi F.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
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Nagano Off the Beaten Path Tours

Togakushi Pilgrimage Trail Walking Tour

Nagano
7 hours

Togakushi area is considered as one of the most important places for the Esoteric Buddhism. Togakushi Kodo is a path which has been used by mountainous ascetics since ancient times. On this tour, we are going to walk the pilgrimage trail and visit the five Togakushi shrines. Let's explore the mysterious culture and abundant nature of Togakushi area!

FROM$279/ per group
Kouhei N.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)

Iiyama: Nostalgic Satoyama Experience

Nagano
6 hours

How about exploring Japan's countryside "satoyama", where people live in harmony with nature? A trip to Iiyama would be an unforgettable experience for you. The lake Hokuryu is a heart-shaped serene lake in a deep forest. You'll enjoy taxi driving along the Chikuma river, where you'll find many photogenic landscapes. Visiting a doll museum or some temples in Iiyama will also soothe your mind.

FROM$255/ per group
Emi F.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)

Togakushi: Sacred Forest & Shrines Experience

Nagano
5 hours

Togakushi is a sacred place where mountain worship once flourished. You'll see some shinto shrines in the deep forests guarded by sacred mountains. Unbeaten natural beauty will also make you feel refreshed.

FROM$172/ per group
Emi F.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
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Nagano Kids & Family Friendly Tours

A Day Tour for Snow Monkey and Obuse Town

Nagano
8 hours

You will go to Snow Monkey Park and see how wild monkeys live and seem relaxed without minding human beings watching them. There are also some lovely places to visit from Nagano City, such as Obuse Town and Suzaka City. Especially, Obuse is a small but pleasant town where Hokusai, the ukiyoe artist known for "The Great Wave," lived in his later years. Entering the Museum, learning about his life, and eating delicious chestnut sweets will surely bring back good memories.

FROM$0/ per group
Keiichi S.
5.00 / 5
(9 reviews)
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Nagano Food & Drink Tours

Suzaka: Food and Culture Experience

Nagano
6 hours

In Suzaka, silk manufacturing industry flourished from the 19C to the early 20C. Silk was exported via Yokoyama to the US. You will see old warehouses walking along the street, and visit a miso brewery and a local sake retailer. You also visit a wealthy merchant's house which has been there since the Edo period.

FROM$297/ per group
Emi F.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
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Nagano Unique Experience Tours

Nozawa Onsen: Bath House Experience

Nagano
6 hours

Nozawa Onsen is a village back in the mountains. You will see how local people live there, and enjoy local speciality foods, and clean air and lush greenery. Please enjoy everything in Nozawa!

FROM$0/ per group
Emi F.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
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Day Trips from Nagano

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Reviews

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Kim and bob C.

5 / 5
Sep 5, 2024

“ Taro is the BEST for anyone wanting a “cool” tour ”

Travelled with husband and two adult daughters (English speaking Canadians) and wanted a fun, modern tour that would interest all of us. Taro worked with us in advance to get just the kind of custom tour we’d all like. His English is outstanding and manner is gentle, patient and accommodating, and he’s truly just a lovely guy. He took us to the Tokyo Sky Tree (mostly for the old folks) then to Akihabara for arcades and an anime scene, then for some cool shopping, including vintage stores in Shimokitazawa and music stores in Shibuya. He picked awesome spots for lunch and dinner that were authentically Japanese but which satisfied even our pickiest eaters. Dinner at his awesome Oden restaurant in Shibuya was complete with a serenade from the lovely owner who doubles as a folk singer. We had such an awesome, memorable day with Taro. Highly, highly recommend!

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Austin L.

5 / 5
Sep 5, 2024

“ Thanks for showing me Kobe! ”

I had an incredible experience exploring Kobe with Natsuko. From the moment we met, Natsuko made sure I felt comfortable and informed, sharing a wealth of local knowledge about the city’s history and culture. One of the highlights was trying Kobe beef at a fantastic local restaurant. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and the taste was umai! Natsuko was friendly, professional, and attentive through out the guide. If you want to have an authentic and memorable experience in Kobe, I highly recommend Natsuko.

Alexis C.

5 / 5
Sep 5, 2024

“ Day trip around Kyoto ”

We had a fantastic day with Kanae! She was exceptionally helpful and was happy to accommodate us. She drove us around Kyoto for the day, taking us to the temples and areas we wanted to visit. I wouldn’t hesitate to book with Kanae again when we come back to Kyoto.

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Maxim C.

5 / 5
Sep 5, 2024

“ Flexible and thoughtful, no better available. ”

Go san is a kind-hearted person, he accommodated my change of schedule as far as he could. He asked why I opted for this tour and he could addressed with places to visit from extraordinary to wow. Go san was informative and talkative as well which allowed us to exchange observations and ideas of the local area spicing up the experience.

Go E.

Maxim san Thank you for your heartwarming review. I am very happy that you enjoyed the tour. Thank you very much for sharing your thoughtful stories. They were very profound and informative to me. I look forward to seeing you again. Kind Regards Go

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Travel like a real local. With our lineup of varied tours we want to help you customize and realize your ideal tour in Nagano. Our guides can arrange for you to visit areas specific to your interests, so there will be no filler in the itinerary! Browse all the tours we offer in Nagano, and find the perfect one for you. The tours come in a variety of categories and lengths, so chances are you will be able to find the tour for you. Looking for something you couldn’t find in our lineup? Go ahead and send a message to one of the guides, they will create your tour for you! Teaming up with a local guide and getting their help in planning the itinerary is the smart way to travel, so let them sort everything out for you.