Explore Matsumoto Castle and Kamikochi’s alpine beauty on a guided tour. Discover Central Japan’s hidden gems with lunch and transport included.
Explore Matsumoto Castle and Kamikochi’s alpine beauty on a guided tour. Discover Central Japan’s hidden gems with lunch and transport included.
- Matsumoto Castle - The guide will escort visitors around the historic grounds of the castle, sharing its history, legends, and secrets. If desired, guests can enter the castle and ascend to the top floor of its six stories, or simply enjoy a relaxing time outside.
- Kamikochi - Located 1500 meters above sea level within the Chubu Sangaku…
- Matsumoto Castle - The guide will escort visitors around the historic grounds of the castle, sharing its history, legends, and secrets. If desired, guests can enter the castle and ascend to the top floor of its six stories, or simply enjoy a relaxing time outside.
- Kamikochi - Located 1500 meters above sea level within the Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is renowned for its untouched natural beauty, stunning rivers and ponds, lush forests, and dramatic mountain peaks soaring over 3000 meters. The guide will lead a gentle walking trail starting at Taisho Pond, following the breathtakingly blue Azusa River, through mixed forests, and onto the park’s famous Kappabashi (Kappa Bridge). The walk takes approximately 1.5 hours, after which guests have another 1.5 hours to enjoy a snack, coffee, or explore further along the river. With the majestic Mount Hodataka as a backdrop, Kamikochi consistently delights visitors and is frequently ranked among Japan’s top experiences.
- Nawate Shopping District - Wander through the streets of Nawate-dori, also known as “Frog Street,” which features over 50 shops, restaurants, and cafes, most famous for their frog-themed merchandise.

- Private transportation
- English speaking drivers
- Fully customisable tour
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private transportation
- English speaking drivers
- Fully customisable tour
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch
- All fees and/or taxes
- Lunch
- All fees and/or taxes
Central Japan, renowned for its majestic mountains and stunning natural landscapes, serves as the heartland of this enchanting country and remains a less frequented path for many international travelers. This captivating one-day tour invites participants to explore Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan’s few remaining original castles and a designated National…
Central Japan, renowned for its majestic mountains and stunning natural landscapes, serves as the heartland of this enchanting country and remains a less frequented path for many international travelers. This captivating one-day tour invites participants to explore Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan’s few remaining original castles and a designated National Treasure. The journey then ascends into the magnificent North Alps, leading to the preserved alpine sanctuary of Kamikochi. Guided by a local expert, the tour includes lunch and direct transportation to and from Kamikochi, offering a perfect blend of two of Central Japan’s most iconic attractions.
- Ticket for Matsumoto Castle, situated at 4-1 Marunouchi, Matsumoto 390-0873 in Nagano Prefecture would be paid on site
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.