Arrival
Welcome to Tokyo - the ultramodern and the traditional at the same time capital of Japan! Your driver meets you at the arrivals hall and transfer you to your hotel.
Upon arrival at the hotel, you check in and have the rest of the day at leisure to relax after your trip or start exploring the vibrant city on your own.
Highlights of Tokyo
In the morning, after breakfast, you meet your private guide and start your first full-day tour of Tokyo. During the tour, you use the convenient Tokyo public train transportation to travel around the city.
First, you see from the outside the incredible Imperial Palace to get a taste of Japanese culture and glance at the precious building. Notably, The Imperial Palace has served as the residential place of the successive Emperors since 1868. It contains the Imperial Residence and the Imperial Palace Complex, where His Majesty the Emperor undertakes official duties. Moreover, various ceremonies and public activities are held there too.
After relishing this marvelous Palace, you will walk through the Nihonbashi district which is a business district that grew up around the bridge of the same name, which has linked two sides of the Nihonbashi River at this site since the 17th century. After enjoying the atmosphere of the Nihonbashi district, you will have lunch.
Then you have a visit to the Tokyo Sky Tree by metro, a television broadcasting tower, and the tallest structure in Japan. Its observation decks offering spectacular views over Tokyo are the highlights of the tower. You visit the deck located at the height of 350 meters (1148 feet), so make sure to have your camera and phone charged!
After that, you will visit Asakusa Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo, and learn the legend of how this temple was built. The temple is known to bring good luck in almost anything, so make sure to make a wish! Here you can feel the traditional Japanese culture the moment you step onto the temple grounds. A shopping street called Nakamise leads from the outer gate to the temple's second gate; here, you can find a great selection of souvenirs as well as local confectionaries that the locals admire so much.
After the tour, you return to your hotel and have the evening at leisure.
Snow Monkey Park Trip (Jigokudani Monkey Park)
After your breakfast in the hotel, you take a train from Tokyo to Nagano, and meet your private guide at the Nagano station. Together you are heading to the most famous attraction of Nagano City-The Snow Monkey Park.
This Park, also known as Jigokudani Yaen Koen, is a famous wildlife park located in the mountains of Nagano, Japan. The park is home to a group of Japanese macaques, commonly referred to as snow monkeys, who are known for their unique behavior of bathing in the park's natural hot springs during the winter months. Visitors can observe the snow monkeys up close in their natural habitat, as they relax and play in the steaming hot springs surrounded by snow-covered trees. The park also offers several hiking trails, which provide stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The Snow Monkey Park is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and animal lovers visiting Japan, and it offers a memorable and unique experience that is not to be missed.
After this amazing tour, the driver will return you to the train station and you take a train back to Tokyo.
Note: Please, be aware that the tour might take up to 12 hours and can be physically demanding.
Departure from Tokyo
Today in the morning, your driver will meet you at the hotel lobby and takes you to the train station to continue your amazing trip!
Layover at Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto
Arrival
Welcome to Sapporo, the northernmost hub of the Country of Sunrise! Upon arrival, your private driver transfers you to the centrally located hotel.
After check-in, you have the rest of the day free. Just discover beautiful surroundings, dine in a local restaurant or try amazing street food.
Exploring Sapporo Highlights
After breakfast at the hotel, your private guide meets you at the lobby and takes you to discover the most interesting locations of the city.
Since Sapporo is an excellent blend of urban life and nature, this tour will be perfect to enjoy Sapporo. During the tour you visit Hokkaido Shrine, Odori and downtown, Sheep Hill, Sapporo Beer Garden and enjoy shopping. We will also visit Odori Park, The Clock Tower, former Hokkaidio government Building. The highlight of our tour is Okurayama Jump Hill, a scenic point where you can enjoy a panoramic view of Sapporo City, and Ishiya Chocolate Factory Shiroi Koibito Park. The last spot is famous Sapporo Beer Museum and Beer Garden restaurant.
After the tour you have free time.
Hoshino Resort Tomamu Ice Village
Experience the epitome of winter magic, meeting your guide and driver and setting off on an unforgettable voyage from Sapporo to the ethereal Hoshino Resort Tomamu Ice Village.
Behold the mesmerizing allure of meticulously sculpted ice formations, aglow with enchanting illumination, and adorned with captivating ice sculptures. Indulge in exhilarating ice-bound adventures, unwind within snug ice domes, and immortalize the enchantment through awe-inspiring photographs in this frosty paradise.
Following this enchanting escapade, your attentive driver guides you back to the comforts of your Sapporo hotel, ensuring a seamless conclusion to your day of wintertime wonders.
Day at Leisure
Enjoy a day at your leisure. We recommend engaging in thrilling snow activities or indulging in peaceful relaxation.
Departure
After breakfast and check-out, you private driver takes you to the airport or train station depending on where you travel next.