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Explore Japan: Snow Monkey & Onsen (Private Guided)

10 days
From Tokyo to Osaka
4.8
5 traveler reviews
Explore Japan: Snow Monkey & Onsen (Private Guided) - Odynovo
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Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Age range 1 to 85
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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

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival in Tokyo
  2. Day 2 Tokyo Highlights Guided Tour with Public Transport
  3. Day 3 Nagano Snow Monkey Day Tour (Self-Guided)
  4. Day 4 Nagano to Takayama Transfer (Self-Guided)
  5. Day 5 Takayama Full-Day Guided Tour
  6. Day 6 Shirakawa-go Full-Day Guided Tour
  7. Day 7 Takayama to Kyoto by Train (Self-Guided)
  8. Day 8 Kyoto Cultural Discovery with Tea Ceremony
  9. Day 9 Kyoto Free Day – Discover at Your Own Pace
  10. Day 10 Kyoto to Osaka's Kansai Airport by Shinkansen
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Where You'll Stay

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Number of tours

131

Age Range

2 to 85 years old

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Response rate

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.5
  • 4.9
  • Explore Japan: Snow Monkey & Onsen (Private Guided) reviewer 1
    · April 3rd, 2025
    We are a family of 4 and traveled with Odynovo...
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    Odynovo commented on this review
    Dear 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 more
    Trip date: November 2024
  • Explore Japan: Snow Monkey & Onsen (Private Guided) reviewer 2
    · January 24th, 2025
    Our 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.
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    Odynovo commented on this review
    Dear 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 more
    Trip date: January 2025
  • DP
    · January 13th, 2025
    This was our 3rd Odynovo trip. Their travel...
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    Odynovo commented on this review
    Dear 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 more
    Trip date: December 2024
  • Explore Japan: Snow Monkey & Onsen (Private Guided) reviewer 4
    · March 3rd, 2024
    The tour was a great way to experience Japan...
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    Odynovo commented on this review
    Dear 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 more
    Trip date: February 2024
  • Explore Japan: Snow Monkey & Onsen (Private Guided) reviewer 5
    · February 26th, 2024
    Don was able to accommodate all of our requests...
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    Odynovo commented on this review
    Dear 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
    Explore Japan: Snow Monkey & Onsen (Private Guided) customer review photo 1
    Trip date: February 2024

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10 days
Explore Japan: Snow Monkey & Onsen (Private Guided)
From Tokyo to Osaka

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    Dennis

    Asked on March 17th, 2025

    Is it possible to adjust the itinerary based on my travel needs?

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      Yes, the itinerary can be customized according to your requirements and feedback.

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    What transportation will I use to get around during the tour?

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      You will be transported in a private vehicle, and all transport details are included in the tour program.

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      Yes, solo travelers can book private tours, although prices can be higher.

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      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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      We accept various payment methods, and details will be provided in your booking confirmation.

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      Private tours can be more expensive for solo travelers compared to joining group tours.

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      We have contingency plans in place to adjust the itinerary as needed while ensuring the tour continues smoothly.

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      The best time to see the Snow Monkeys is typically from December to February.

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    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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