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A suspension bridge over a river, surrounded by lush greenery and snow-capped mountains. 1
A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers, a stone wall, and a red bridge over water. 2
A traditional Japanese castle with multiple tiers and a stone wall in the foreground. 3
A river flowing through a mountainous valley with dense forests and rocky terrain. 4
A clear mountain stream surrounded by dense forest and large rocks. 5

Full-Day Tour: Matsumoto Castle & Kamikochi Alpine Valley

By Machinovate Japan Ltd.
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$304 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Visit the famous Matsumoto Castle
  • Stroll Matsumoto’s quaint ‘Frog Street’
  • Explore the stunning alpine valley of Kamikochi

Activity location

    • Nagano
    • Nagano, Nagano, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Nagano
    • Nagano, Nagano, Japan

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Pickup and Drop-off in Nagano/Matsumoto

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:15 AM
Price details
NZ$304.07 x 2 AdultsNZ$608.14
Total
Price is NZ$608.14
Until Thu, 9 Jul

Pickup in Nagano/Matsumoto and Drop-Off in Takayama

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:15 AM
Price details
NZ$343.16 x 2 AdultsNZ$686.32
Total
Price is NZ$686.32
Until Thu, 9 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Transport to all listed destinations and activities
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry ticket to Matsumoto Castle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Matsumoto Castle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided walk at Kamikochi
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch and additional travel costs including train tickets
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Accommodation (unless requested)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Onward bus tickets from Kamikochi to Hirayu Onsen and/or Takayama

Know before you book

  • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

The tour begins at JR Nagano Station at 8:15 AM. Your guide will greet all guests and quickly have you on your way towards the historic city of Matsumoto. Arriving around 09:45 AM, your guide will lead you to Matsumoto Castle one of Nagano’s most impressive cultural sites, known for its structural beauty set against a splendid mountain backdrop. Before making your way to the castle. Explore the famous “Frog Street” Nawate-Dori. Home to more than 50 shops, restaurants, and cafes most famous for selling all things frog-related.

At the castle you will be guided into the castle grounds as your guide reveals the history and features which make it so lauded, before giving you time to explore for yourself.

It’s then time to head high into the mountains, as you are transported into the Northern Alps and onto Kamikochi. Situated 1500 metres above sea level deep within the Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is famous for its pristine natural state, beautiful rivers and ponds, lush forests, and dramatic mountain peaks rising to over 3000 metres.

The next few hours are yours to enjoy as choose. You can choose to stroll further along the river or sit at a café or restaurant, and simply take in the view. At 5:30 PM the tour bus will depart and begin the journey back towards Nagano.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Nagano
    • Nagano, Nagano, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Nagano
    • Nagano, Nagano, Japan