[Top 100 Japanese Villages] A Secret Journey to a Remote Mountain Village

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2~25 for a group

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Language： Chinese、English、Japanese

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[Top 100 Japanese Villages] A Secret Journey to a Remote Mountain Village

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Tour Overview

A journey to a hidden gem can open up new perspectives.
But, having already dazzled by Japan's hidden gems, are you still longing for lesser-known, secluded spots?
"Toyama-go Shimokuri-no-sato," a hillside settlement in Nagano Prefecture, appears both small and majestic amidst the surrounding mountains. This unique location has earned it a spot on the "Top 100 Japanese Villages" list, attracting numerous film and television dramas.

Follow the "Fun! Expert Guide" tour and discover hidden gems inaccessible to large buses!

Introduction to Classic Scenic Spots

Tenryu Gorge
Tenryu Gorge, located at the southern end of the Ina Basin in Nagano Prefecture, is a gorge formed by the Tenryu River's long-term erosion of the rocky terrain that traverses the Ina Mountains. Stunning cliffs such as Eboshi Rock and Ryukaku Peak crisscross the banks. Take a boat tour to admire the breathtaking scenery, which changes with each season. It's a perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy nature. Nearby are the Tianlongxia Hot Springs, known for their natural radon-containing hot springs, which are known to treat over 10 chronic conditions, including arthritis, skin diseases, and gout. If you have the time, a soak in the hot springs is highly recommended to experience their healing properties.

Activity process

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Day 1: Umeda (meet at 7:45) or Kyoto (meet at 7:20) → Iida (lunch at your own expense/approximately 50 minutes) → Tenryukyo (free walk/approximately 80 minutes [rafting optional 2,300 yen]) → Tenryukyo Station → (JR Iida Line/local train) → Tamakuri Stati

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Day 2: Hirugami Onsen → Fujimidai Plateau and Paradise Sonohara (visit/approximately 30-50 minutes) → Hirugami Onsen (breakfast at the hotel restaurant/approximately 60 minutes) → Shirabiso Plateau (viewing the autumn leaves of the Southern Alps/30 minute

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[Top 100 Japanese Villages] A Secret Journey to a Remote Mountain Village

Travel Notes

Languages: Chinese/English
※ If the minimum number of participants is not met, the tour will be canceled. A cancellation notice will be provided 14 days before departure (4 days before for day tours).
Accommodation: Tondori no Sato Inahua or a similar hotel, 2-4 people per room.
Meals: Breakfast: 1 / Dinner: 1
Pick-up point: Kyoto AVANTI on October 19th and 23rd

※However, the sea of clouds, sunrise, and starry sky are subject to weather conditions.

◆If the sea of clouds, sunrise, or constellations cannot be viewed due to weather conditions, no refund will be given.
◆The average temperature for viewing the sunrise and sea of clouds in the early morning is around 5°C, so please prepare warm clothing, gloves, and a scarf. Please also prepare a flashlight and raincoat.
◆You will transfer to a minibus for the tour, and you may be seated in an auxiliary chair.
◆If the scheduled transportation (such as the Fujimidai Highland Ropeway) is unavailable due to weather conditions, a refund will be given for the group fare or a gift of the equivalent value. The itinerary may be rescheduled due to transportation reservations, etc.
◆Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
◆The scheduled itinerary may be changed due to traffic conditions on the day.
◆The autumn foliage viewing season may be advanced or delayed due to weather conditions.
◆This tour is conducted entirely in Japanese and is accompanied by a Japanese tour guide. The accompanying interpreter will only provide information about the meeting points and times at each tourist attraction (in English or Chinese). Please note that no tour guide information is available.
◆The company is not responsible for delays, itinerary changes, or attraction cancellations due to force majeure such as traffic and weather. Please understand that the company is not responsible for any delays, itinerary changes, or attraction cancellations caused by unforeseen circumstances.
◆In the event of adverse weather conditions such as typhoons or snowstorms, the tour will be canceled by 3:00 PM (Japan time) the day before departure. We will notify you by email at any time thereafter.
◆The meeting and disbanding locations may vary. Please confirm with the tour leader on the day of departure.

Tour Pricing

The cost includes:

Transportation, accommodation, meals, attraction entrance fees, and other expenses clearly stated in the itinerary (tax included).
※ The company will not provide refunds if the traveler cancels the tour due to personal reasons.

The cost does not include:

Expenses such as transportation, meals, sightseeing tickets, etc. not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses (telephone calls, dry cleaning, beverages, etc.) and optional tour expenses.

Additional purchase items:

Meals：
EUR 9.3 First day optional lunch: pork and mushroom hotpot + pine mushroom rice set meal

Cancellation Clauses

Cancellations made 7 days prior to the start of the trip will receive a full refund.

Cancellations made 4-6 days (including the 6th day) prior to the start of the trip will incur a 30% handling fee.

Cancellations made 1-3 days (including the 3rd day) prior to the start of the trip will not receive a refund.

Cancellations made on the start date of the trip will not receive a refund.

If the event is affected by force majeure (e.g., typhoon warnings, heavy rain alerts, etc.), the organizer will determine whether to cancel the event. A refund will be issued to the original payment method after deducting necessary expenses.

Rescheduling due to personal reasons will be deemed a cancellation and will be handled in accordance with the above cancellation policy.

If participation is terminated during the event due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, no refund will be given.

Meeting point:

Hankyu Umeda Station