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Sendai: 2-Day Ginzan Onsen, Zao Ropeway & Okama Crater Tour
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 2d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Balanced pace: temple hike, scenic cruise, onsen stroll, all tickets included
- Cruise the scenic Mogami River while listening to traditional boat songs
- Climb the historic steps of Yamadera Temple and admire panoramic mountain views.
- Follow the Trail of Bashō, Japan’s Legendary Haiku Master, on a 2-Day Journey.
- Daily Departures rare route combining culture, nature and hot springs seamlessly
Activity location
- Nikko
- Nikko, Tochigi, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 1 Chome-1 Tsutsujigaoka, Miyagino Ward, Sendai, Miyagi 983-0852, Japan | Outside the Sendai Eki Higashiguchi (East Exit)
- Sendai, Miyagi, Japan
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Departure From Sendai Station
- 2d
- English
Daily Departures
Guaranteed Departure with 4 Participants
All-Inclusive Pricing – No Hidden Fees
Admission Fees and Transport Included
What's included, what's not
- The tour will use either the Zao Ropeway or the Zao Chuo Ropeway, subject to availability. If the ropeway is unavailable due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, the itinerary will be changed to a visit to Zao Onsen with a footbath experience.
- Return transport by air-conditioned tour bus
- Admission to the Mogami River Cruise
- Admission to Yamadera (Risshaku-ji Temple)
- Shuttle bus access to Ginzan Onsen
- Lunch on the Mogami River cruise (local speciality meal)
- 1 night hotel with breakfast included
- Professional tour guide throughout the trip，For groups of 9 participants or fewer, the driver will provide basic tour assistance using translation software. English-speaking customer support is available before and during the tour.
- All highway tolls and parking fees included
- Other Meals not included except Day 1 lunch and Day 2 breakfast
- Personal expenses (snacks, drinks, souvenirs, etc.)
- Travel insurance
- Additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Images are for reference only. Some images featuring people are AI-generated for illustrative purposes. Actual scenery, facilities, and activities may vary depending on the season, weather, natural conditions, photography timing, and on-site conditions. Please refer to the actual conditions on the day of your visit. Thank you for your understanding.
Know before you book
- Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Electric wheelchairs, Food in the vehicle, Making fire, Smoking in the vehicle
What you can expect
Discover the best of Japan's Tohoku region on this unforgettable 2-day journey from Sendai. Explore the nostalgic streets of Ginzan Onsen, ride the scenic Zao Ropeway, visit the thousand-year-old Yamadera Temple, admire the breathtaking Okama Crater, known as the “Witch's Eye of Tohoku” for its striking emerald waters that change colour with the weather, cruise through the spectacular Mogami River Gorge, and meet over 100 free-roaming foxes at Zao Fox Village.
Seasonal Highlights
Spring (Late April–May)
Snow Corridor along Zao Echo Line
Fresh mountain greenery
Comfortable hiking weather
Summer (June–August)
Cool alpine scenery
Crystal-clear mountain views
Best season for Okama Crater
Autumn (Late September–November)
Brilliant maple foliage
Yamadera autumn colours
Mogami River Gorge
Ginzan Onsen surrounded by fall scenery
Akiu Great Falls (selected departures)
Winter (December–March)
Ginzan Onsen's magical snowy streets
Zao Snow Monsters (Juhyo)
Picturesque winter landscapes throughout Tohoku
Day 1
Sendai → Yamadera → Mogami River Cruise → Ginzan Onsen
Yamadera (Risshaku-ji Temple)
Yamadera (Risshaku-ji Temple)
Begin your journey at the legendary Yamadera, a sacred mountain temple founded in AD 860. Climb the famous stone staircase through ancient cedar forests to scenic viewpoints overlooking the valley. Experience the tranquil atmosphere that inspired the renowned haiku poet Matsuo Basho during his journey in The Narrow Road to the Deep North.
Mogami River Cruise
Cruise through the spectacular Mogami River Gorge aboard a traditional sightseeing boat. Admire dramatic cliffs and seasonal landscapes while listening to the boatman perform the traditional Mogami River Boat Song, a cherished local cultural experience.
Ginzan Onsen
Stroll through one of Japan's most enchanting hot spring towns, lined with beautifully preserved Taisho-era wooden inns, nostalgic gas lamps, stone bridges, cafés, souvenir shops, and public foot baths. Its timeless atmosphere has made Ginzan Onsen one of Japan's most photogenic destinations and a place often associated with the magical world of Spirited Away.
Day 2
Zao Fox Village → Zao Ropeway → Okama Crater → Akiu Great Falls (Seasonal) → Sendai
Zao Fox Village
Visit one of Japan's most unique wildlife parks, where over 100 free-roaming foxes can be seen up close. In Japanese folklore, foxes are regarded as messengers of Inari and symbols of prosperity and good fortune.
Zao Ropeway
Ride the famous two-stage Zao Ropeway for breathtaking panoramic mountain views. Lunch is at your own expense.
Okama Crater (Seasonal)
Admire the emerald volcanic lake known as the “Eye of Zao,” whose colours change with the weather and sunlight. Enjoy spectacular views of this remarkable natural wonder from the observation deck.
Akiu Great Falls (Departures from Nov. 5–30 only)
Visit one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls, renowned for its magnificent scenery during the late autumn foliage season.
Location
Activity location
- Nikko
- Nikko, Tochigi, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 1 Chome-1 Tsutsujigaoka, Miyagino Ward, Sendai, Miyagi 983-0852, Japan | Outside the Sendai Eki Higashiguchi (East Exit)
- Sendai, Miyagi, Japan