Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Kyoto 2-Day Tour

－ Highlights －

・Hit the snowy slopes of Biwako Valley Ski Resort
・Take a ropeway ride and see panoramic views of Lake Biwa
・Visit the majestic Fushimi Inari Taisha and Kinkaku-ji Temples in Kyoto
・Enjoy convenient shuttle bus transportation


－ What You Can Expect －

Enjoy a fun two-day tour with your family at Biwako Valley Ski Resort and Kyoto's ancient temples.

Depart from Osaka and Kyoto and head to Shiga Prefecture. Conquer the snowy slopes and go skiing, snowboarding, or sledding at the Biwako Valley Ski Resort. Check out eight trails that suit varying skiing levels, with the longest run at 1,400 meters.

Take in incredible views of Lake Biwa, the country's largest lake. Hop on a ropeway ride that reaches 1,174 meters for a scenic change of pace. Unwind in the open-air hot spring of Biwako Grand Hotel and rest for the day.

Explore Kyoto's major attractions on the second day. Make your way to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Gaze in awe at thousands of bright orange torii gates that line the trail leading to the forest. Step back in time to the Edo period and roam Kiyomizu-Zaka Street.

Head to Kiyomizu-Dera, one of Japan's renowned sacred sites. Marvel at the main hall, which used the ancient Japanese carpentry technique of interlocking joints to eliminate the use of nails.

Witness Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion Temple. Admire the majestic Zen temple, adorned entirely in gold leaf. Witness its reflection glisten across the pond. Wander along the forest trail of Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Gaze up to see the towering, green bamboo stalks.

Head out for thrilling winter sports and a sightseeing tour of Kyoto's most popular sites.


－ Package Info －

・Biwako Valley Package A and Kyoto 2-Day Tour
- Includes round-trip transportation, ropeway, ski resort admission, 1-day ski lift pass, hotel accommodation, and Kyoto tour
- Recommended for skiing enthusiasts

・Biwako Valley Package B and Kyoto 2-Day Tour
- Includes round-trip transportation, ski resort admission, hotel accommodation, meal voucher of JP¥1,000, and Kyoto tour
- Suitable for families traveling


－ Important Info －

・Tour Dates: January 5 - March 7, 2020
・Departure Information:
- 7:30am: Hearton Hotel Nishiumeda
- 8:00am: Namba OCAT Building 1F
- 9:00am: Kyoto Avanti
・Duration: ~2 days
・Return Info:
- 6:30pm: Namba OCAT Building 1F
- 6:45pm: Hearton Hotel Nishiumeda


－ Additional Info －

・Please look for the staff holding the "LIMON" sign. Please arrive promptly at the meeting point 20 mins in advance, refunds will not be granted to late arrivals
・Please note that travelers have to go to JR Kyoto Station on their own from Biwako Grand Hotel for the second day
・Pick-up and drop-off locations must be the same. Please inform us if you need to change the pick-up location in the 'Notes' section during booking
・Package B includes a meal voucher that can be used in the ski resort restaurant. Voucher cannot be exchanged for cash or extra change if the meal costs less than JP¥1,000
・Please note that hotel dinner consists of a seasonal meal while children's meals are provided for travelers aged 3-12 years old


－ Rental Fees －

・Skiing Package
- includes snowboard, ski pole, and ski boots
- Adult ticket fee: JP¥4,000
- Child ticket fee: JP¥3,000
・Snowboard Package
- includes snowboard and boots
- Adult ticket fee: JP¥4,000
- Child ticket fee: JP¥3,000
・Full body ski suit
- Adult ticket fee: JP¥3,000
- Child ticket fee: JP¥2,500

・Ski goggles, hats, and other equipment are available for rent on-site; a fee will need to be paid in cash


－ How to Redeem Your Voucher －

・Please provide your name and show an e-voucher to staff on-site