Snow Monkey & Shibu Onsen Afternoon Group Tour (All year round) | 4 hours 30 minutes

13 Reviews | Nagano
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Nozawa Onsen Pickup
2 Adults x $70.75
$141.50
Approx Total
$141.50
Duration: 5 hours: 13:00~17:30 (4.5 hours)
Starting point:
Nozawa Onsen (Chuo Terminal), Toyosato, Nozawaonsen, Shimotakai District, Nagano 389-2502, Japan
Iiyama Station Pickup
2 Adults x $70.75
$141.50
Approx Total
$141.50
Duration: 4 hours: 13:20~17:10
Starting point:
Iiyama Station, Japan, 389-2253 Nagano, Iiyama, ęž”ćƒŽęµ¦

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guided walks in Shibu Onsen
  • Monkey Park Entry Tickets
  • Stop over at the spring water spot (Green season only)
  • Luggage Space
  • Lunch
  • Umbrella / Rainwear

Overview

Visit the Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani, named after the plumes of steam shooting out of the ground. Not as scary as it sounds, however, it is a truly memorable experience safe for all ages. After visiting the Monkeys we offer you an exclusive look into the historic Onsen Village of Shibu. This village was frequented by Samurai, poets, and travellers alike. Good fortune is said to come to those who bathe in each of the Onsens in town. This village is a picture from the past. As you stroll through the narrow streets lined with traditional buildings, some hundreds of years old, you might just get to see some more wild monkeys as they try to scavenge food! Our professional, experienced, English-speaking staff can offer the bilingual service that ensures peace of mind and an unforgettable day tour to your already memorable holiday here in Japan!

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Itinerary

  • Kokugon-ji Temple

    [SPRING TIME ONLY] Kokugon-ji is a temple in the countryside of Nakano, originally built in the year 825. The temple is home to a well now recognised as one of Shinshu's famous waters. It is considered to be enmeisui, or water capable of extending your life! Despite the quiet and little-known location, the temple is surrounded by over 1000 cherry blossom trees, making it a stunning location during the spring.

    20 minutes

  • Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park

    See the Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani (Hell Valley) Monkey Park, named for the plumes of steam rising from the ground, as if from hell itself! Despite the name, this is a fun and unforgettable trip for the whole family. The driver guide will provide information about all points of interest on the way to the park, but will not accompany you into the park.

    1 hour 50 minutes

  • Sake Storehouse Art Museum - Gallery Tamamura Honten

    [GREEN SEASON ONLY / CLOSED on SUNDAY] Sake & Beer brewery. The ground floor is a shop area, 2nd floor is a traditional art gallery. During winter, you may freely visit it instead of the guided walk in Shibu Onsen.

    15 minutes

  • Shibu Onsen

    Shibu Onsen is a traditional Onsen town, full of rich culture, beautiful narrow backstreets, and of course 9 public onsen. Sometimes some more wild monkeys can even show up to cause trouble! This section of the tour is a guided walking tour. If you would prefer to relax in an onsen you may do so for only Ā„500!

    50 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adultā€™s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is not allowed to bring Luggage (No luggage space in a vehcile). Please use coin lockers or storage service at the tourist information center in Iiyama Station..
  • Pickup time at Iiyama Station may be delayed if the participants are not coming on time at the first pickup point, Nozawa Onsen.
  • Return time at Iiyama Station for Green Season (Apr~Nov): 17:30 / Winter: (Dec~Mar) 17:10
  • Return time at Nozawa Onsen for Green Season (Apr~Nov): 18:00 / Winter: (Dec~Mar) 17:30
  • Total duration depart/return from Iiyama for Green Season (Apr~Nov): 4 hrs 20 min / Winter: (Dec~Mar) 3 hrs 50 mins
  • Total duration depart/return from Nozawa Onsen for Green Season (Apr~Nov): 5 hrs / Winter: (Dec~Mar) 4 hrs 30 mins
  • Rain gears are needed to be arranged by paricipants.
  • Not recommended for travelers with difficulty walking for 2km (30 mins) to/from the Monkey Park (Total 4 km / 1 hr)

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

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Best part of our trip so far!

Published on Dec, 2024

This was one of the best parts of our trip! The walk to the snow monkeys was so serene. The monkeys had come out just a few days before we arrived and there were tons of them when we got there, so the timing was perfect. It was magical to see them playing in the water. We then walked back to some of the most amazing apple pie and apple ice cream. After that we took a walking tour through the onsen town. Because it was still fall, it stayed light out a bit later, and we got to experience it by both day and night. The temples were beautiful with the autumn foliage and the onsens lit up at night really took us back to an ancient time. We highly recommend this tour for everyone!

We had a fantastic tour...

Published on Nov, 2024

We had a fantastic tour with our guide, we would highly recommend this tour if you are looking to experience seeing the snow monkeys and to experience the onsen town.

Monkeys and Onsen village.

Published on Oct, 2024

Only a small family of monkeys this afternoon but easy to view up close. A lovely walk with our guide, who brought the Onsen village to life.

Saw lots monkeys

Published on Oct, 2024

We had fantastic tour, saw lots monkeys & some were swimming in the Onsen. Tour guide was very helpful & informative, a lovely guy.

Once in a lifetime experience!

Published on Sep, 2024

Shinji from IXSM Travel who ran the tour was knowledgeable and friendly. He was informative, helpful and made our tour a memorable experience. They come highly, highly recommended! We saw a ton of monkeys, even during the green season and our walking tour of the onsen after was super informative. We had a great time!

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