Nagano: Snow Monkeys, Zenkoji Temple & Sake Day Trip - 2026 (Verified Reviews)

About This Experience

Take in some of the highlights of Nagano on this engaging tour starting with a visit to Zenkoji Temple – one of the oldest and most important Buddhist temples in …

Highlights

• Visit Zenkoji Temple - one of the oldest and most important temples in Japan
• Take photos of the world-famous snow monkeys
• Enjoy a delicious lunch designed to highlight the best of Nagano
• Taste various sakes and learn more about the iconic Japanese beverage

What's Included

• ✓ Transportation from Nagano to the Snow Monkey Park and between activities/attractions
• ✓ English-speaking guide
• ✓ Snow Monkey Park entry fee
• ✓ Lunch (vegetarian options available)
• ✓ Hakuba shuttle service (winter only)
• ✓ Sake tasting

Not Included

• Bullet train tickets
• Optional entry to the inner sanctuary of Zenko-ji Temple
• Additional food, snacks, and drinks

Good to Know

• Please note that this is not a private tour and you cannot be picked up/dropped off in destinations other than the designated meeting points.
• This tour includes ‘sake’ tasting. You must be a minimum of 20 years of age to consume alcohol in Japan.
• There will be a substantial amount of walking involved (1.6km walk to and from the park).
• Please wear suitable shoes for walking the forest trail (no heels/sandals) and a bag that is easy to carry. Trail may be slippery in the winter.
• There are a few days in the year that the monkeys might not come down to the park.
• Please let us know of any food allergies and we will arrange lunch accordingly.
• If any part of your booked itinerary becomes unavailable, we will contact you as soon as possible to offer a suitable alternative where possible. If a booked itinerary component is unavailable or requires a critical change and you do not wish to accept the proposed alternative, you may cancel the affected booking and receive a full refund.