- Highlights -
・Stroll through Kamikochi surrounded by fresh greenery! Enjoy the spectacular views of the Hotaka Mountain Range from the Kappa Bridge, which spans the Azusa River. It is a perfect spot for photos!
・Experience the 'Snow Wall' (Yuki no Otani), available only during this season, at Murodo, the highest point of the Alpine Route, and see the 15-20 meter high snow walls up close.
・Traverse the Alpine Route using six different types of transportation! Take in the breathtaking scenery of Tateyama from the cable car.
- Trip Information -
・Meeting Time: 07:15
・Meeting Point: Shinjuku Metropolitan Government Building Large Bus Parking Lot
・Duration: 2 days
・Return Information: Arrive near Shinjuku Station around 20:30-22:30
- Itinerary -
・Kamikochi is located in the upper reaches of the Azusa River in the western part of Nagano Prefecture. The area is surrounded by primeval forests of white birch and larch, with Taisho Pond, Tashiro Pond, and Myojin Pond scattered throughout, creating a stunning landscape alongside the majestic peaks of the surrounding mountains.
・The most anticipated event at Tateyama Kurobe is the annual spring mountain opening. After being closed for the winter, the road cleared through the snow starting in late April resembles a snowy version of the parting of the Red Sea. The 15-20 meter high snow walls are truly spectacular. Standing among them, you can touch the polar-like ice walls and feel the awe of seeing only a sliver of blue sky above. It feels as if you are in a white wonderland—an experience you cannot miss in your lifetime.
- Important Information -
・Scheduled Snow Wall viewing period: April 15 - June 22. Please be aware that the appearance of the snow walls may change due to weather and other factors.
・An itinerary written in the participant's language will be distributed on the day of departure. Information such as arrival and departure times for each sightseeing spot will be included in the schedule. Please check it in advance.
・Local Japanese tourists will also be participating in this tour.
・An itinerary written in the participant's language will be distributed on the day of departure. Information such as arrival and departure times for each sightseeing spot will be included in the schedule. Please check it in advance.
・The weather in Kamikochi remains very cold until early May, so please bring an extra coat to keep warm.
・Temperatures near Murodo can sometimes drop below freezing. We recommend bringing warm clothing, rain gear, and non-slip shoes.
・The tour involves walking on mountain paths, so we recommend wearing appropriate footwear. Also, the sun can be intense, so it is recommended to wear a windbreaker and sunglasses.
・Hotel rooms may not have private bathrooms; in such cases, please use the hotel's public bath. Hotels may be changed to others of the same or higher grade. (Notification will be provided on the day of departure.)
・This tour will depart from Ogizawa Station in Nagano Prefecture, go to Murodo, and return to Ogizawa Station. It does not start from Murodo towards Tateyama. Please take note of this.
・If various transportation services on the Alpine Route are suspended due to bad weather or other reasons, alternative sightseeing spots nearby will be arranged.
・The Snow Wall at Yuki no Otani may be closed due to bad weather or other conditions. In such cases, no refunds will be provided. Please be aware of this.
・The travel fee for children aged 3-11 is 2,000 JPY cheaper than the adult fee. (A child's meal will be provided.)
Additionally, the child rate only applies when two adults accompany the child in each room.
Infants under 3 years old: Free of charge (does not include a seat on the bus, meals, or bedding).
・The Kurobe Dam water discharge event begins on June 26.
・The departure time from the hotel on the second day will vary depending on the reserved time for the Alpine Route transportation. (Departure time is between 7:00 and 10:00 / confirmed on the day). Therefore, breakfast may be provided as a bento box to be eaten on the bus. Also, please note that the return time depends on the duration of the stay at Tateyama Kurobe.