1-Day Private Snow Monkey ZenkoJi Temple & SakeTasting NaganoTour
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This Tour get's you best locations trip around in Nagano including historic place and delicious Japanese Food. Our experienced Driver will get you around at your ease. Let's visualize Zenko-ji Temple, Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park & delicious food at famous restaurant in Nagano area. This trip is fully customizable.
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This temple is absolutely beautiful and one of the favourite so far comparing to other many shrines in Japan. There are much less tourists here which gives you the opportunity to savour and enjoy the surroundings. The template has been so well preserved and has lots of small shrines and a gate on the approach up to it with beautiful trees and plants and lanterns all around. There are also lots of little restaurants and places to buy souvenirs. We had a really enjoyable walk up to see this - 25 minutes from Nagano station and it was well worth the walk. A really beautiful place.
Monzen Terrace Enya is a great place to eat out in Nagano Japan. A bit away from downtown Nagano, it is however quite close to the Zenkoji temple and which is highly recommended as an accommodation. The food is an imaginative mix of western (e. g. pizza and pasta) and Japanese styles.
The Jigokudani Monkey Park (地獄谷野猿公苑, Jigokudani Yaen Kōen) offers visitors the unique experience of seeing wild monkeys bathing in a natural hot spring. You get off the vehicle and go on a gentle 30 minute walk through a spectacular forest and arrive at a gorge. For a very reasonable cost, you then enter the restricted area where you can dwell and watch the monkeys at play and bathing. The park is inhabited by Japanese Macaques, which are also known as Snow Monkeys.
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- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(32)
Ali was very accommodating with our group. He arranged everything for us, he got us as close to the snow monkey park as possible, and he gave us great tips for visiting the temple. Our children don’t do well with structured tours so this was perfect for us.
This private Snow Monkey and Zenkoji Temple tour was a great day out. Moiz was professional, punctual, and very attentive, making sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. The sake tasting was a nice bonus, and the private tour made the experience stress-free and enjoyable. Would definitely recommend.
Seeing the Snow Mankeys and the ZenkoJi Temple worth both amazing experiences, and easily done as a day trip from Tokyo. Thanks to Ali it was great, making the whole experience relaxing and easy. He was flexible and I enjoyed our discussion as we went between places. Highly recommended. (Thank you Ali)
The 1-Day Private Snow Monkey, Zenkoji Temple & Sake Tasting Tour with Malik in November was excellent. The autumn scenery was beautiful, and Malik provided helpful guidance throughout the day. The Snow Monkey Park was memorable, Zenkoji Temple was culturally rich, and the sake tasting was a great way to end the tour. The pace was comfortable and transportation was smooth. Overall, a very enjoyable and well-organized experience.
Our private Nagano tour was amazing! The snow monkeys were a highlight, Zenkoji Temple was beautiful, and the sake tasting made the day complete. Comfortable, well-paced, and highly enjoyable!”
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable Nagano tour and loved the combination of snow monkeys, Zenkoji Temple, and sake tasting. It’s wonderful to know the pace and comfort of the trip met your expectations. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again on another unforgettable adventure in Japan! Warm regards, Smile Tours
We enjoyed our day exploring the Monkey Park. The hike through the forest was beautiful and our guide and driver (Ali and Abdul) did a great job. While we didn’t see many monkeys since it was off season, we had a great day. My advice: go at a different time of year but request Ali and Abdul to be your driver and guide!
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed the forest hike and had a great day with Ali and Abdul. They’ll be delighted to know their efforts made your experience enjoyable even during the quieter season for the monkeys. Your honest advice is very helpful for future travelers, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again—perhaps in winter, when the snow monkeys are most active! Warm regards, Smile Tours
We had an amazing time on the 1-Day Private Snow Monkey Zenkoji Temple & Sake Tasting Tour! From the moment we met our guide, everything was seamless. The Snow Monkeys were such a unique experience, and getting to see them in their natural hot springs was something we’ll never forget. Zenkoji Temple was breathtaking, and learning about its history made the visit even more special. The highlight for us, though, was the sake tasting – a perfect way to end the day! We got to try a variety of local sakes, and the tasting experience was both fun and educational. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Nagano – it’s the perfect mix of culture, nature, and a bit of local flavor!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 🌸 We’re delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience on our 1-Day Private Snow Monkey, Zenkoji Temple & Sake Tasting Tour. It’s great to know you enjoyed seeing the Snow Monkeys in their natural hot spring setting—it truly is a once-in-a-lifetime sight! We’re also glad that the history and atmosphere of Zenkoji Temple added to your cultural experience. And of course, ending the day with local sake tasting is always a highlight—we’re happy it was both fun and educational for you. Your kind recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re grateful you chose to explore Nagano with us. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure in the future! Warm regards, Smile Team
Extremely Disappointed. "Smile" tours misrepresented what it delivers. This is a driver service only. There is no guide for the monkey park or temple. There is no sake tasting. The lunch was not good - it included the worst sushi I've ever had. This company is trying to present itself as another company that actually offers an English speaking guide to the attractions. And it takes longer than 6 hours, since they don't mention the two hour roundtrip drive to the monkey park. Our driver was a nice person but he could have spoken Japanese and it wouldn't have mattered since he barely spoke to us...
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback. We’re truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We always aim to provide a smooth, enjoyable, and well-organized trip for every guest, and it’s disappointing to know that we fell short this time. We’ve reviewed your comments carefully and have already shared them with our operations team to improve coordination, communication, and lunch arrangements. Your feedback is very important to us, and we’ll use it to ensure future travelers have a more seamless and satisfying experience. We sincerely appreciate your time and hope we’ll have another chance to welcome you and restore your confidence in our service. Warm regards, Smile Tours
Family had a great experience at the snow monkeys! Tour guide super responsive. Made life super easy for teenagers! Would recommend to anyone.
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This tour is ideal for anyone wanting a well-rounded taste of Nagano’s natural wonders, cultural treasures, and culinary delights. Whether you’re a nature lover, history enthusiast, this tour has something special for everyone. Highly recommended for couples, families, or solo travelers looking for an unforgettable day in Nagano
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