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1-Day Tour from Nagano and Matsumoto Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle

By Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
9.6 out of 10
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Overview

Defined by its mountains and natural landscapes, Central Japan is the literal heartland of this beautiful country and a road less travelled by many international visitors. This engaging one-day tour takes you to Matsumoto Castle - one of the few remaining original castles in Japan and a registered National Treasure - before heading high into the grandeur of the North Alps and onto the protected alpine oasis of Kamikochi. Led by a locally-based guide and including lunch and direct transport to and from Kamikochi, this tour captures the essence of Central Japan by combining two of its most iconic destinations.

Activity location

  • Matsumoto Castle
    • 4-1 Marunouchi,
    • 390-0873, Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Matsumoto Station
    • 1
    • 390-0815, Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Sorry this activity isn't available on Wed, Aug 20
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTransportation to all listed destinations inc. direct access to/from Kamikochi
  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish-speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntry to Matsumoto Castle & guided tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided walk followed by free-time at Kamikochi
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedShinkansen or other onward travel tickets
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAccommodation

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour is scheduled to conclude at Matsumoto Station by 18:30 and return to Nagano Station by 20:00-20:15. However, we cannot guarantee the end time as traffic could cause delays. For guests booking onward tickets to other destinations, we recommend doing so for times of 19:00 or later from Matsumoto, and 20:45 or later from Nagano Station.

Activity itinerary

Matsumoto Castle
  • 1h 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Your guide will lead you around the historic grounds of the castle while introducing you to its history, legends and secrets. Should you wish to, you can enter the castle itself and climb all the way to the top-floor of its six storeys or simply take the time to relax outside.
Nawate Shopping District
  • 30m
Stroll through the streets of Nawate-dori, also known as “Frog Street”, which is home to more than 50 shops, restaurants, and cafes most famous for selling all things frog-related.
Kamikochi
  • 3h
Situated 1500 meters above sea level deep within the Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is famous for its pristine natural state, beautiful rivers and ponds, lush forests, and dramatic mountain peaks rising to over 3000 meters. Your guide will lead you along a gentle walking trail starting at Taisho Pond and following the stunningly azure Azusa River, through mixed forest and onto to the parks famous Kappabashi (Kappa Bridge). Taking around 1.5 hours to complete the walk, you'll then have another 1.5 hours to yourself to grab a snack or coffee or walk a little further along the river. Set against the majestic backdrop of Mount Hodataka, Kamikochi never fails to thrill guests and is often listed as one of Japan’s best experiences.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESMatsumoto Castle
    • 4-1 Marunouchi,
    • 390-0873, Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMatsumoto Station
    • 1
    • 390-0815, Matsumoto, Nagano, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLENagano Station
    • Kurita
    • 380-0921, Nagano, Nagano, Japan

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