From Tokyo: Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch

About this experience

Depart from vibrant Tokyo and journey north to the picturesque Nagano Prefecture on this unforgettable day trip. Please note that the bus journey will take up to three and a half hours, including two to three stops at service areas en route. Your adventure begins with a delicious Japanese beef sukiyaki lunch. Please send us a message if you would prefer pork or a vegetarian/vegan alternative. The highlight of the tour is an up-close encounter with the famous snow monkeys. Nestled in the heart of Jigokudani Valley, Monkey Park offers a rare opportunity to observe these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat. They are accustomed to human presence, allowing you to take incredible photos. Please remember that touching, staring directly at them or feeding them is prohibited to ensure their safety and well-being. If you travel between Jan 23 and Mar 1, 2026, your tour will also include a visit to the magical Kamakura snow huts. These beautifully illuminated snow domes create a mesmerising spectacle, making you feel as though you have stepped into a fairy tale. Good to know: - Participants: This tour welcomes participants from one person onwards. - Drop-off: The tour concludes with a drop-off back in central Tokyo. - Language: This tour is guided in English. - Clothing: It will be cold and icy! Please come prepared with warm clothes and anti-slip shoes. Other important notes: - As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seatbelt on the tour bus. - To ensure the smooth operation of the tour, we kindly request that you strictly adhere to the advised departure time. - The tour will depart at the scheduled time at the discretion of the tour guide. - Please be advised that no refunds will be issued for latecomers. - Scheduled times and contents are subject to change depending on road conditions. - Please note that it takes more than 30 minutes to walk from the parking area to Jigokudani Yaen-koen. - No refunds will be given if you are unable to see the monkeys. - Please note that the monkeys do not spend most of their time in the water. - Monkeys can be territorial, so please avoid direct eye contact. - Depending on the number of participants, the coach size may vary (medium or small). - No drop-offs in Nagano Prefecture and custom pick-ups in hotels in Central Tokyo. - Thank you for not leaving rubbish on the bus when you finish the tour.

About this activity

Highlights

• Taste delicious dishes from a local Japanese restaurant, including beef sukiyaki
• See Japan's famous snow monkeys up close as they bathe in thermal water springs
• Admire the park's impressive surroundings of the snow-capped Jigokudani valley
• Enjoy convenient coach transportation between Tokyo and the Nagano Prefecture

Full description

What's included

• Pickup and drop-off at our meeting point in Tokyo Shunjuku
• Coach transportation
• Jigokudani Monkey Park entry fee
• Kamakura no sato entry fee (from Jan 23 to Mar 1, 2026)
• English Speaking Guide
• Lunch
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Drinks
• Crampons (optional, sold onboard the bus)

Know before you go

• Comfortable shoes
• Warm clothing
• - This tour involves a moderate amount of walking
• - It is recommended to wear non-slip shoes such as snow boots for the snow tracks
• - Sightings of the monkeys in the springs are not guaranteed
• - This tour is only for international tourists
• - To ensure the smooth operation of the tour, we kindly request that you strictly adhere to the advised departure time.
• - Please be advised that no refunds will be issued for latecomers.
• - Please note that from mid-March, monkeys may not enter the hot springs depending on the weather on that day. Even in late March, on days when it snows you are more likely to see monkeys.

Meeting point

Cancellation policy