Highlights
- What You Can Expect => Duration: 10 hour(s)
- 1 Day => Meal(s) of the Day: , Check out IKaruizawa Day Tour Itinerary
- , Meeting place: In front of the LOVE sculpture at the main entrance of the Shinjuku i-Land Tower
- 07:40, 7:40 am: The tour leader will hold up a KKday flag at the meeting point
- 08:00, Time to start your tour with KKday!
- , Admire the wonderful Shiraito Falls (approx
- 20–30 minutes) (if weather conditions make this visit impossible, the tour will head to Kumano Emperor Grand Shrine instead)
- , Take a relaxing stroll at Kumoba Pond during your free time (approx
- 20–30 minutes)
- The autumn leaves viewing season: Mid-October to early November
- , Spend your free time exploring Old Karuizawa Ginza Street and/or St
- Paul's Catholic Church
- , Shop till you drop at Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza (free time)
- 18:00, Arrive back in Shinjuku
- , Photos are for reference only
Overview
Experience the Best Route Karuizawa one-day tour from Shinjuku, visiting popular attractions and enjoying Karuizawa's seasonal charms, including maple viewing in Tokyo's suburban area.
Details
Product Info: — What You Can Expect —Discover Karuizawa, a scenic resort town nestled in the mountains of Nagano, renowned for its top tourist attractions. Customize your own day trip from Tokyo, allowing you to explore at your leisure and visit the sights of your choice. Design your ideal Karuizawa sightseeing itinerary, tailored to your preferences and interests.Experience a fun and flexible tour with KKday!— Attraction Info —Kumoba PondExplore Kumoba Pond, known locally as "Swan Lake," admired for its changing natural beauty each season. In spring and summer, enjoy lush greenery against a clear blue sky, while autumn brings fiery orange and red reflections on the lake. Experience a winter wonderland, perfect for a quiet stroll and soaking in Karuizawa's natural beauty.Old Karuizawa Ginza StreetStep into the historic Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, boasting over 100 years of history and bustling with activity since the extension of the railway. Explore this lively shopping destination and discover amazing souvenirs like Sawaya's famous additive-free, low-sugar handmade jam and Shirakabadou's almond and walnut dessert, sold since the 1950s.St. Paul's Catholic ChurchDiscover St. Paul's Catholic Church on Karuizawa's Ginza Street, established in 1935 by a British missionary and designed by a Czech architect. Admire its European-style wooden exterior walls and triangular roofs, reminiscent of country churches, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings and drawing many visitors annually.Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza (Outlet mall)Explore Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza, a vast shopping complex with over 100 brand outlets, offering fantastic deals on renowned products like Adidas, Nike, and Ralph Lauren.Shiraito FallsRanked among Japan's most beautiful waterfalls, Shiraito Falls features a 150-meter-wide cascade fed by spring water from the volcano. The thin white streams resemble hanging threads of silk, inspiring its name, which means "white thread" in Japanese. It takes about 6 years for the water to reach the falls from the top of the mountain, offering a glimpse into the past. In case of inclement weather preventing a visit to Shiraito Falls, the tour will proceed to Kumano Emperor Grand Shrine instead. Every autumn, the surrounding trees transform into shades of red and gold, enhancing the allure of the falls for travelers. Estimated foliage period: mid-October to late November.— Itinerary Info —Please note that this tour is conducted mainly in Japanese and/or Chinese. The guide of this tour may provide a brief introduction in English and will try their best to respond to the questions and concerns of English-speaking guests7:40 am: Meet at the LOVE sculpture in front of Shinjuku i-Land Tower8:00 am: Depart from the meeting pointShiraito Falls (approx. 20–30 minutes)Old Karuizawa Ginza Street (90 minutes)Kumoba Pond (approx. 20–30 minutes)Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza (Outlet mall) (90 minutes)Head back to Shinjuku6:00 pm: Arrive at Shinjuku. Includes: Tips,Travel industry liability insurance,Bus fare,Highway toll,Tour Leader fee (Chinese and Japanese). Excludes: Other expenses not mentioned above.
Know Before You Go
Reminders: A minimum of 15 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 7 day(s) before the departure date,In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email,Please arrive at the designated location 20 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time. How to Use Your Voucher: Please present the e-voucher on-site.
What To Bring
Purchase Notice: — Precautions —This group tour involves sharing the car with other passengers, with arrangements made based on the number of participantsIn case the number of participants is fewer than 15, the driver/tour coordinator will provide the service alone. After arriving at each spot, passengers are free to visit on their ownInfants under the age of 3 who do not occupy a seat do not need to purchase a ticket. One adult can bring one child under 3For large luggage, each passenger is limited to one 28-inch suitcase per personThis tour includes long-distance transportation. Individuals with unstable physical conditions, such as pregnancy, should assess their health before deciding to participateDue to force majeure factors like traffic and weather, the itinerary may change, and attractions may be canceled— Important Notice —Group or individual package tours are subject to the standardized domestic travel contract issued by the Tourism Bureau, M.O.T.C. By completing your reservation, you agree to and accept the terms of the standardized overseas travel contract.
Location
Kumoba Pond
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