Kamikōchi Alpine Valley Full Day in Private Car Tour
❑ An Oasis Without Cars and Wastewater Kamikochi is a rare mountain valley with no private cars and no sewage. Surrounded by alpine air and clear rivers, it's one of Japan’s most pristine natural spots — a place to truly feel untouched nature.
❑ Smooth & Flexible with a Private Tour Access is limited, and public transport requires strict timing and transfers. With a private car and guide, enjoy a smooth journey and reach top viewpoints at the best time.
❑ Make the Most of Your Visit While you're here, don’t miss: – Seasonal food like Wagyu beef and handmade soba – Farmers’ markets with fruit and local specialties – Soak in Shirahone Onsen’s milky-white waters – Wasabi farms and wineries in Azumino – Matsumoto Castle visit — all in one day
❑ Explore at Your Own Pace With your private English-speaking guide and vehicle, enjoy a journey full of flexibility, options, and local insight.
Options
Kamikōchi Alpine Valley Full Day in Private Car Tour
Private guide service: only one group per day.
Duration: 7 hours
Lunch arranged with guide: Lunch can be arranged with your guide based on preference.
Vehicle with luggage space: Start and end where you like – hotel or station transfers available.
Pickup included
What's included in Kamikōchi Alpine Valley Full Day in Private Car Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Kamikochi
Discover Kamikōchi’s breathtaking high‑altitude valley in total comfort and privacy. Led by a friendly local guide, this full‑day adventure delivers the very best of the Northern Japan Alps — from crystal‑clear rivers and lush forests to soaring 3,000m peaks that will leave you speechless. Truly Private Experience Enjoy door‑to‑door pickup and drop‑off from your Nagano hotel in a private vehicle. Personalized service and flexible pacing tailored to your interests. Guided Nature Immersion Step onto the iconic Kappa Bridge and follow gentle riverside trails as your guide shares insider stories about Kamikōchi’s ecology, folklore, and seasonal highlights. Capture postcard‑worthy views of the Azusa River framed by towering mountain peaks. Authentic Alpine Lunch Savor a traditional Japanese lunch at one of Kamikōchi’s best local eateries — from hearty soba noodles to freshly grilled mountain trout — handpicked by your guide to match your taste.
Matsumoto Castle
At Matsumoto Castle, your guide will accompany you inside as you climb through its wooden interior. Along the way, you’ll see displays of Japanese swords, old firearms, and other historical artifacts.
Azumino Winery
Enjoy a relaxing visit to a local winery in Azumino, a region famous for its pure spring water and beautiful rural scenery. Taste locally crafted wines and learn about Nagano’s growing reputation as a cool-climate wine region.
Inclusions
- Entrance fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local Guide
- Private car
- Bus ticket for Kamikochi included
- Guests can enjoy lunch at a local restaurant or picnic-style. Your guide will offer options to match your preferences.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
Pick up at Nagano Station→Taxi stands at Nagano Station Zenkoji Exit. Pick up at your accommodation around Nagano Station→Let us know your name of the hotel via email. Pick up at Matsumoto station or accommodation around Matsumoto station is also available, email us for pick up point.
Meeting / End Points
- Taxi stands at Nagano Station Zenkoji exit.
