Given a whole day, a temple tour can reach further. From Nagano that means Zenko-ji plus the snow monkeys, and from Nagoya the autumn runs go to Korankei, where the maples turn the valley red in November.
Uncover the enchanting world of Nagano with our 1-Day Snow Monkeys tour. From Zenko-ji Temple to Sake tasting, embrace the beauty and tranquility in one unforgettable experience.
Most Popular★ 5.0“The snow monkey tour is a must see. A bit of a hike, but well worth it. Our guides Kay & Keiren were full of information. Very personable.”
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1,020 reviewsFrom $151.88by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Discover the enchanting beauty of Nagano with snow monkeys, a sacred Zenkoji Temple, and a taste of sake on this unforgettable day trip.
★ 4.9“Our tour guide provided superb services from the collection point at Happo Bus Terminal, along our 1.5hr route and our short walk thru town to see the amazing Zenkoji Temple. He explained some history, culture and vegetation along the way about Nagano prefecture. The temple…”
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833 reviews8 - 12 hoursFrom $135by Machinovate Japan Ltd.
Ride from Nagoya to Kamikochi for alpine views, clear rivers and a self-guided forest walk, with 3.5 hours on the ground.
★ 4.7“Today's day trip was wonderful! The weather was great, and our tour guide, Sueye, was extremely responsible, lovely, and friendly!”
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423 reviews11 hoursFrom $44.25
See Nagano’s snow monkeys, cedar-lined Togakushi Shrine, a historic sake brewery, and Zenkoji Temple in one guided day from Nagano Station.
★ 4.8“This was a fantastic tour. The tour guide, Carp Feng was amazing. She was very knowledgeable and helpful and made for a wonderful experience. The bus driver was also lovely. Highly recommend.”
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88 reviews7.5 hoursFrom $92.85
Visit Eihoji Temple, Shikizakura’s autumn-blooming cherry trees, and Korankei Gorge on a convenient foliage day tour from $59.20.
★ 4.4“The email said the meeting point was at the Silver Bell, but I couldn't find the tour guide. It turned out the location had changed to the indoor Golden Bell. We frantically searched for 15 minutes before we met up.”
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80 reviewsFrom $59.20
Discover Nagano’s snow monkeys and Togakushi Shrine in a private, flexible tour featuring expert guides, stunning scenery, and personalized memories.
★ 4.9“My brother and niece had a fun day. It was great that the guide was flexible and accommodating with children. I'd book this tour again for other friends and family coming to Japan.”
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35 reviews8 hoursFrom $202by Omotenashi-travel
Discover the enchanting world of snow monkeys and ancient Zenkoji Temple on this exclusive Nagano tour. Indulge in sake tasting for a truly unforgettable experience.
★ 5.0“Cute tour guide, he picked us up in the morning smoothly, and we went up to see the beautiful scenery and the monkeys! The lunch was surprisingly good! We didn’t want to go to a Buddhist temple so he was very flexible and took us…”
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33 reviewsFrom $645.00
Fascinated by the prospect of witnessing snow monkeys, exploring a historic temple, and savoring local sake, visitors will find the 1-Day Winter Tour from Nozawa Onsen an unforgettable experience.
★ 5.0“Our guide, Jens, was phenomenal! Extremely knowledgeable and SO friendly. Excellent tour that I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!”
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32 reviewsFrom $150.89by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Witness the cultural treasures and natural splendor of Nagano's Togakushi region on this immersive 1-day tour, featuring soba-making, ninja history, and sacred shrines.
★ 5.018 reviewsFrom $166.85by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
See Zenko-ji, Iiyama’s winter snow huts, Nozawa Onsen and a Shinshu miso brewery on a guided day trip from Nagano.
★ 4.6“Grea and refreshing tour! highly recommended”
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14 reviewsFrom $132.45
Uncover the secrets of Togakushi through soba making, ninja lore, and hidden shrines, but what mysteries will you unveil amidst the ancient cedar trees?
★ 5.0“Sehr gut. Viele tolle Sachen erlebt. Soba selber hergestellt, Ninja Museum und auch den Schrein besucht. Kann ich echt nur weiter empfehlen und würde ich immer wieder buchen.”
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8 reviews8 hoursFrom $150by Machinovate Japan Ltd.
Explore the ancient secrets of Takayama's history and temples on this fascinating full-day tour. Uncover hidden treasures and immerse yourself in the charm of this historic city.
★ 5.0“In researching Takayama before my travels to Japan, I came across Snow Monkey Resorts website and was impressed by the site descriptions, photos, and the intention of each tour; and was convinced this was the tour I wanted to go on.”
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6 reviewsFrom $157.67by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)
Discover Japan’s unique snow monkeys bathing in hot springs and explore Zenkoji Temple on this private day tour from Tokyo—perfect for culture and nature lovers.
★ 5.0“We’d like to share our experience of today’s Nagano tour. We visited a place where we got to see the famous snow monkeys, and it was absolutely wonderful. There’s a 1.6-kilometer hike surrounded by tall trees, and we used snowshoes to avoid slipping on the…”
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4 reviews1 dayFrom $387by Sato Tours
Discover the beauty of Nagano with this full-day private tour from Tokyo, featuring snow monkeys soaking in hot springs and historic Zenko-ji Temple.
★ 5.0“Trip to the snow monkey park was great. Our driver Malik was polite and professional and communicated well with us over WhatsApp. We also attended the temple, it was a great experience.”
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3 reviews10 hoursFrom $418by Jp Tour and Guide
Pair Kamikochi’s clear rivers and Alpine peaks with Suwa Shrine and Lake Suwa on a guided day trip from Nagano or Matsumoto.
★ 4.7“The tour guide was excellent, and the itinerary was fantastic. If it's your first time in Nagano, you absolutely must see Kamikochi! Its beauty is indescribable. You'll need to take a shuttle bus to get to Kamikochi. I highly recommend this tour!”
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3 reviewsFrom $123.65