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Kanazawa/Nagano: Tateyama Kurobe Snow Wall Day Tour

Nagano, Japanby LION TRAVEL TOUR

  • 12 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Up to 43 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Chinese, Japanese, English

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Overview

The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route offers a remarkable journey through Japan's Northern Japan Alps, showcasing stunning alpine scenery and unique transportation experiences. Traverse the route via cable cars, ropeways, and buses, while witnessing breathtaking landscapes that change with the seasons. Highlights include the famous Yuki-no-Otani Snow Corridor in spring, vibrant autumn foliage, and the impressive Kurobe Dam. Each season reveals a different side of this natural wonder, making it a year-round destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike. -Take comfortable bus from Nagano/Kanazawa, explore Northern Alps. -Spring-limited "Snow Wall Valley", a spectacular snow wall landscape that you must see once. -Visit world-class engineering marvel, the Kurobe Dam, experience firsthand the magnificent grandeur of Japan's largest dam. -Enjoy unique journey using six different mountain transportation in one day. -Special gift: Hokushinetsu specialty and local cuisine "Sasa Sushi".

What's included

  • Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route ticket
  • Complimentary local specialty souvenir - "Sasa Sushi" meal
  • Transportation by car
  • English / Chinese / Japanese-speaking guide
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Stop 1

    3 hours

    Your tour begins early with a comfortable, air-conditioned bus ride from Nagano/Kanazawa.

  2. 2

    Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route

    6 hours

    The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is open annually from April 15 to November 30. Depart from Kanazawa on a comfortable bus and easily step into Japan's most spectacular alpine world, taking in the highlights of Tateyama Kurobe in one day. The itinerary connects 6 types of transportation, delving into the heart of the Northern Alps, visiting the imposing Kurobe Dam, and experiencing the impact of a world-class project.

  3. 3

    Stop 3

    3 hours

    After enjoying the scenic beauty of Tateyama Kurobe Snow Wall, you’ll board the bus for the return trip to Kanazawa/Nagano.

Meeting and pickup

JR Kanazawa Station, Group Bus Boarding Area, Kanazawa Port (West Exit) Departure times may be adjusted based on ticket reservation status. The final departure time will be announced 3 days before departure. Please pay attention to the pre-departure notice.

JR Nagano Station East Exit Bus Parking Lot (Yumeria Bus Park) Departure times may be adjusted based on ticket reservation status. The final departure time will be announced 3 days before departure. Please pay attention to the pre-departure notice.

End point

JR Kanazawa Station, Group Bus Boarding Area, Kanazawa Port (West Exit) Departure times may be adjusted based on ticket reservation status. The final departure time will be announced 3 days before departure. Please pay attention to the pre-departure notice.

JR Nagano Station East Exit Bus Parking Lot (Yumeria Bus Park) Departure times may be adjusted based on ticket reservation status. The final departure time will be announced 3 days before departure. Please pay attention to the pre-departure notice.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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  • Departure time will be based on the actual entry time offered by the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route on the day of departure. The final departure time will be sent in advance notice no later than three days before departure. Please pay attention to the relevant information.
  • The bus will depart on time. If you are late or unable to join the tour due to personal reasons, it will be considered as a voluntary abandonment of the trip, and no refund or rescheduling will be provided.
  • The itinerary order, stop times, and routes are for reference only and will be flexibly adjusted according to the weather, traffic, and on-site conditions on the day. The actual arrangements are subject to the on-site conditions.
  • During peak season for the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Snow Wall, entry times and entry/exit points may be adjusted depending on reservation availability.
  • Special gift: Hokushinetsu specialty and local cuisine "Sasa Sushi" (not applicable to infants and young children under 2 years old who do not occupy a seat).
  • Please let us know your preferred departure point (Nagano or Kanazawa) after placing your booking.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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