(Spring Only) 1-Day Snow Walls of Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route Tour
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After pickup in Nagano City, this tour takes you to the 'Roof of Japan' and the fabled Snow Walls of the Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route. Situated in the dramatic alpine landscape of the Chubu Sangaku National Park, this is one of Japan’s most iconic and unique sights, accessible only in spring and early summer and via a series of different mountain transports. Led by an English-speaking guide, you will be accompanied on every leg of your journey to the 'Roof of Japan' and back down again – the perfect way to experience one of Japan’s more remote and stunning landscapes.
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Starting and ending in Nagano City, this tour takes you to the “Roof of Japan” and the fabled Snow Walls of the Tateyama-Kurobe Alpine Route. Situated in the dramatic alpine landscape of the Chubu Sangaku National Park, this is one of Japan’s most iconic and unique sights, accessible only in spring and early summer and via a series of different mountain transports. Led by an English-speaking guide, you will be accompanied on every leg of your journey to the Roof of Japan and back down again - the perfect way to experience one of Japan`s more remote and stunning landscapes.
What’s included
- Tateyama Kurrobe Alpine Route return ticket to / from Ogizawa
- Transportation to / from all listed destinations
- English-speaking guide
Not included
- Lunch & other snacks or drinks
- Shinkansen/ 'Bullet Train' tickets to & from Nagano
- Accommodation
Meeting and pickup
The meetup point is at the entrance of Hotel Kokusai 21 at 7:50. Please note that this is group tour and there are other pick-up points therefore the tour will need to depart on-time.
The meetup point is inside the station, in front of the Information Board directly across from the Shinkansen ticket gates. Look for the guide wearing a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour tag. Please ensure you are there early as the tour will need to depart at latest 5 minutes after the listed start time.
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear suitable shoes for walking through snow and cold conditions (with the possibility of temperatures below 0°C).
- Please bring sunglasses as the snow in combination with sunlight can produce intense glare. We also recommend wearing snowboots or good quality walking boots, if you wish to walk on the snowfields.
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible and may not be suitable for mobility-impaired travellers. Should you have any concerns about your ability to join the tour, please contact us to discuss prior to booking.
- This tour does not include lunch. Food can be purchased at different mountain stations with different restaurants to choose from at the summit.
- The Snow Wall walking corridor is subject to sudden closure by local alpine authorities due to high winds, heavy snow, or safety concerns. Please note that if the walking corridor closes but mountain transportation remains operational, the tour will proceed with alternative indoor/outdoor alpine viewing, and no refunds will be issued. Full refunds are only provided if the entire transport route to the mountain is canceled prior to departure.
- The itinerary is based on the traffic conditions being optimal. We will adjust the schedule according to traffic conditions and pace of the group on the day of the tour.
- Infants (aged 0-5) are free of charge. As a result, we cannot guarantee that a seat on the tour transport will be available for infants and they may be required to sit in the lap of an adult.
- Given the popularity of the Alpine Route and the need to wait for transports on busy days, we cannot guarantee the end time of the tour however it should be no later than 19:00. We ask that all guests cooperate with the instructions of the guide, including meetup times for transports, to avoid any chance of delay.
- All listed events, activities, and experiences are subject to availability. Please note that while certain tour options may appear bookable through our platforms, this does not guarantee that every experience can be carried out as scheduled in the tour itinerary. Many activities require direct confirmation with our partner venues, and availability may vary based on the date and other factors. Should any part of your ordered itinerary require adjustment or deviation from the original schedule, or if a specific experience is unavailable, we will contact you promptly to discuss suitable alternatives or amendments.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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