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By Omotenashi-travel

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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$446 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Witness vibrant golden autumn foliage or refreshing cool summer breezes
    • Walk Kamikochi’s pristine trails and cross scenic alpine bridges
    • Spot wildlife like monkeys, stoats, or even the rare Japanese serow
    • Experience a protected sanctuary with clean rivers and pure air
    • Enjoy courtesy vehicle transfers, local guiding, and gifted photo memories

Activity location

    • Nagano
    • Nagano, Nagano, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Nagano
    • Nagano, Nagano, Japan

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Pick Up From Nagano /Matsumoto Area

  • Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes9h 30m
    9h 30m
  • English

This tour offers flexible pickup and drop-off options. Whether you're heading to your next hotel or beginning the tour from a different town, you can customise the start and end points to suit your travel plans.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$445.72 x 1 AdultAU$445.72
Total
Price is AU$445.72
Until Sun, 6 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off in Nagano/Matsumoto city
  • Inclusions
    English-speaking local guide
  • Inclusions
    Private vehicle transport
  • Inclusions
    Parking fees
  • Inclusions
    Free time for lunch and personal exploration
  • Exclusions
    Kamikochi Shuttle Entrance]Sawando ⇄ Kamikochi (Return)
  • Exclusions
    Fare is paid on-site, so you get the best price without extra online fees.
  • Exclusions
    Adults: 2,800 JPY, Children (6-12): 1,400 JPY, Under 6: Free.

What you can expect

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    Custom requests and flexible itineraries are warmly welcomed—feel free to share your preferences upon booking.

    ■A Special Day in Kamikōchi

    Located at an elevation of 1,500 metres in the Japanese Alps, Kamikōchi offers distinct, breathtaking beauty throughout the seasons.

    • Autumn (September to November): Witness one of Japan's most spectacular fall foliage displays. The valley transforms into a golden-yellow and fiery-red wonderland, beautifully contrasted against the dramatic, snow-dusted Hotaka peaks.

    • Summer (June to August): Escape the intense city heat in a delightfully cool alpine paradise (around 22°C / 71°F) surrounded by lush forest trails, crisp mountain air, and crystal-clear glacier rivers.

    Walk across iconic suspension bridges, breathe in pure mountain air, and spot native wildlife such as wild Japanese macaques grooming in the trees, stoats along the trails, or the rare Japanese serow. Whether you are drawn to the peak of autumn colours or a refreshing summer escape, this private journey ensures you experience Kamikōchi at its absolute best.

    ■Why Choose a Private Guided Experience?

    Kamikōchi is protected by strict vehicle regulations, requiring public shuttle transfers that can be crowded and confusing to navigate. With our private vehicle service connecting you directly to the terminal and an English-speaking guide to assist with local transfers, your trip remains smooth, comfortable, and tailored entirely to your pace.

    ■A Personalised Journey & Photo Gifts

    Our tours go beyond standard sightseeing. We steer you away from peak crowds towards quiet pathways, scenic viewpoints, and serene moments easily missed on self-guided trips. With the majestic Northern Alps as your backdrop, your guide captures these special moments with high-quality photos delivered to you after the tour as a lasting gift.

Location

Activity location

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    • Nagano
    • Nagano, Nagano, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Nagano
    • Nagano, Nagano, Japan