Snow Monkey Park & Zenkoji Private Tour (Customizable)
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Visit the delightful town of Obuse, known for its artistic connection to Hokusai and its exquisite chestnut confections. Witness the world-famous Snow Monkeys (Jigokudani Yaen-Koen) as they bathe in natural hot springs—a unique wildlife spectacle. Then, soak in the historical charm of Shibu Onsen, a picturesque Edo-era hot spring village. The tour concludes in Discover the spiritual gravity of Zenkoji Temple, one of Japan’s oldest and most significant Buddhist sites. This day trip offers a perfect blend of wild nature, authentic history, and peaceful cultural exploration. Customization is available, please contact us. **Please keep in mind that while the park is open year-round, monkey sightings are never guaranteed—especially if it isn't cold enough for them to bathe in the hot springs. It’s a good idea to check the park's livestream before your visit. If group is larger than 5, please contact us first.
Inclusions
What's included
- Pick and Drop
- English Speaking Driver
- Transfer times are included in the 10 hours.
- Fuel surcharge
- Only your group will participate.
- Parking Fees
What's not
- Lunch, drinks, snacks.
- Jigokudani Monkey Park need to pay on site
- Zenko-ji Temple Inner Chamber/Underground passage & Samon Gate - Need to pay on site.
Itinerary
A small, picturesque town known for its high-quality chestnuts (a local delicacy), traditional merchant houses, and its connection to the famous Edo-period artist Katsushika Hokusai (of "The Great Wave" fame), who spent his final years here.
Hike to the world-famous park where Japanese Macaques (Snow Monkeys) gather, often seen bathing in a natural hot spring pool, especially during the winter.
A charming, historic onsen (hot spring) town near the monkey park, famous for its traditional wooden inns (ryokan) and stone-paved streets. Stroll the nostalgic streets, see the numerous public bathhouses. The town maintains a very traditional atmosphere.
A near-1,400-year-old sanctuary that is one of Japan's most important pilgrimage sites. You can even try the mysterious "Key to Paradise" experience in its pitch-black underground passage.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Xplor Japan
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- Eating, drinking and smoking is not allowed inside the vehicle.
How it compares in Tokyo
- Its from-price is 335% above the median of the 4374 experiences we list in Tokyo.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 2100 of 4374.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Tokyo
Neon-lit districts, quiet shrines, superb food and distinct neighbourhoods make up Tokyo, a vast, orderly metropolis linked by punctual trains.
Every district feels like its own city. Shibuya's famous scramble crossing and Shinjuku's towers, bars and Golden Gai alleys pulse with energy, while Harajuku mixes youth fashion with the forested calm of the Meiji Jingu shrine. In Asakusa, the Sensō-ji temple and its market street keep an older Tokyo alive, and Ginza offers polished department stores and galleries.
Top-ranked sights in Tokyo: Senso-ji Temple (Asakusa Temple), Tokyo Imperial Palace, Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu).
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