Situated between the popular destinations of Tokyo and Kyoto, the mountainous of region of Nagano is the literal heart of Japan and a road less travelled by many international visitors. This tour combines some of the region’s most iconic destinations – including guided tours to the world-famous Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani, the 1400-year old Zenko-ji Temple with included traditional Japanese lunch on Day 1, and an unguided transport to Matsumoto Castle, a local miso factory lunch and a visit to the historic old town of Takayama on Day 2 – with the unforgettable experience of being driven through Japan’s Northern Alps, a place of high mountain peaks and rarefied beauty.

Day 1 begins with a pickup from the Nagano Station Information Board at 09:35, with Day 2 starting at 08:30 from the packaged hotel lobby.

With English-speaking guide, lunch, and full-service accommodation on Day 1 followed by hotel pick-up and transport to Matsumoto and Takayama, including hotel drop-off, on Day 2, this tour captures the history and beauty of central Japan with the convenience and comfort of one easy package.