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Katie, traveled in February
Booking needs min. 2 travelers
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- Silver Operator
- Odynovo
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Private Tour
- Travel exclusively with your friends and family
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Age range 1 to 85
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Meet onsen-loving snow monkeys in Nagano's scenic Alps
- Explore the enchanting village - Shirakawa-go Fairytale Village in Takayama with traditional thatched-roof houses
- Relax in a traditional Onsen Ryokan, enjoying the soothing hot springs
- Find tranquility in Tokyo's bustling heart at Meiji Shrine
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Arrival in Tokyo
- Day 2 Tokyo Highlights Guided Tour with Public Transport
- Day 3 Nagano Snow Monkey Day Tour (Self-Guided)
- Day 4 Nagano to Takayama Transfer (Self-Guided)
- Day 5 Takayama Full-Day Guided Tour
- Day 6 Shirakawa-go Full-Day Guided Tour
- Day 7 Takayama to Kyoto by Train (Self-Guided)
- Day 8 Kyoto Cultural Discovery with Tea Ceremony
- Day 9 Kyoto Free Day – Discover at Your Own Pace
- Day 10 Kyoto to Osaka's Kansai Airport by Shinkansen
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu
Hotelday 1Shibuya Excel Hotel Tokyu or similar
Hotelday 2Kambayashi Hotel Senjukaku or similar
Hotelday 3Hotel Wood Takayama or similar
HotelDays 4, 5, 6Kyoto Tokyu Hotel or similar
HotelDays 7, 8, 9
Customer Photos
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- Cecia· April 3rd, 2025We are a family of 4 and traveled with Odynovo...Show more
Odynovo commented on this reviewDear Cecia Smith, Thank you so much for your trust and support, and for sharing your detailed travel experience with us! We are so glad to know that you and your family enjoyed your trip to Japan and were satisfied with our private tour service. Our... Show moreTrip date: November 2024 - Megan· January 24th, 2025Our tour experience was mostly great, Jake was very helpful when we had to make changes to the itinerary due to time and budget. However I did not realize reading the itinerary how independent we would actually end up being. Independance on a trip is not a bad thing and we had scheduled days without guides that were still fun and fulfilling. We had day guides scheduled in the cities, and some tickets for trains we had to catch, but for everything in between, it was very vague and overwhelming to be on our own. Our guides helped where they could, providing maps and advice, but at the end of the day, we were alone hauling our luggage through confusing train stations while on multiple time crunches, or alone in a new city figuring out how to get to our hotels. Reading the itinerary we were under the impression that our guides would be with us for longer and provide more actual guidance when it came to travelling. This is not to knock our guides, they were wonderful friendly people, but they also seemed genuinely concerned about our situation. If we were seasoned travelers, things may have been different, but it was our first time in Japan. It's not like we expected someone to be there the entire time holding our hands on every single train, but we were definitely anticipating a little more help. We ended up figuring things out obviously, only missing a few trains here and there, but I can't quite put into words the feeling of stress and anxiety upon realizing how alone we were actually going to be in navigating the country. While on a schedule. Again, the things we got to do were very cool, our hotels were very nice, and our guides were great when we had them. But the pervasive stress of travel within and between cities was all encompassing.Show moreOdynovo commented on this reviewDear Megan Lewchuk, Thanks for the 5-star rating and your recognition of Jake. We're so glad to know that you had a great travel experience during your trip to Japan and were satisfied with our service. Your recognition of our service is the power that... Show moreTrip date: January 2025
- DPDave· January 13th, 2025This was our 3rd Odynovo trip. Their travel...Show moreOdynovo commented on this reviewDear Dave Procter, We are so glad to hear that you had a memorable journey! We are so proud to have been able to provide you with a hassle-free travel experience. Your recognition of our service is the power that moves us on! Looking forward to... Show moreTrip date: December 2024
- Keith· March 3rd, 2024The tour was a great way to experience Japan...Show moreOdynovo commented on this reviewDear Keith Costelloe, Thanks for your kind feedback and 5-Star rating! We are so glad to know that you had a memorable trip to Japan, and were satisfied with our private tour service. Your recognition of our service is the power that moves us on!... Show moreTrip date: February 2024
- Katie· February 26th, 2024Don was able to accommodate all of our requests...Show moreOdynovo commented on this reviewDear Katie Taylor, Thanks for your nice words and for sharing the amazing photo with us. We're so glad to know that you had a wonderful trip to Japan and were satisfied with our service. Your kind words towards our service are the power that motivates... Show more
Trip date: February 2024
Dates & Availability
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- From Wednesday25 Jun, 2025To Friday4 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
- From Thursday26 Jun, 2025To Saturday5 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
- From Friday27 Jun, 2025To Sunday6 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
- From Saturday28 Jun, 2025To Monday7 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
- From Sunday29 Jun, 2025To Tuesday8 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
- From Monday30 Jun, 2025To Wednesday9 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
- From Tuesday1 Jul, 2025To Thursday10 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
- From Wednesday2 Jul, 2025To Friday11 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
- From Thursday3 Jul, 2025To Saturday12 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
- From Friday4 Jul, 2025To Sunday13 Jul, 2025EnglishCheck the availability with the operatorDeparture on requestSharing a multi-bed roomFrom:NZ $6,445
What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- D
Dennis
Asked on March 17th, 2025Is it possible to adjust the itinerary based on my travel needs?
OdynovoOperator•Written March 2025Yes, the itinerary can be customized according to your requirements and feedback.
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Aurélien
Asked on March 9th, 2025What transportation will I use to get around during the tour?
- OdynovoOperator•Written March 2025
You will be transported in a private vehicle, and all transport details are included in the tour program.
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Jade
Asked on December 27th, 2024How can I ensure I have a guide available for my tours?
- OdynovoOperator•Written December 2024
All bookings are confirmed ahead of time including guide assignments for your trip.
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Michael
Asked on August 23rd, 2024Is travel insurance included in the tour price?
- OdynovoOperator•Written August 2024
We recommend purchasing travel insurance separately to cover your trip.
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Jorge
Asked on August 11th, 2024Can I travel alone on this tour?
- OdynovoOperator•Written August 2024
Yes, solo travelers can book private tours, although prices can be higher.
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Belinda
Asked on August 10th, 2024Can solo travelers join a ready-made tour?
- OdynovoOperator•Written August 2024
Currently, we do not have fixed group tours that include the Snow Monkeys, but we offer private tours tailored for solo travelers.
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Haelin
Asked on July 30th, 2024What are the payment options available for the tour?
- OdynovoOperator•Written July 2024
We accept various payment methods, and details will be provided in your booking confirmation.
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Jasmine
Asked on March 21st, 2024Are there additional costs for solo travelers?
- OdynovoOperator•Written March 2024
Private tours can be more expensive for solo travelers compared to joining group tours.
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Christian
Asked on February 18th, 2024What happens if there are changes due to unforeseen events?
- OdynovoOperator•Written February 2024
We have contingency plans in place to adjust the itinerary as needed while ensuring the tour continues smoothly.
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Tam
Asked on January 19th, 2024What is the best time to visit for the Snow Monkeys?
- OdynovoOperator•Written January 2024
The best time to see the Snow Monkeys is typically from December to February.
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