13 Day - Epic Pass® Trip
Regular price ¥538,000
Unit price per
per person, based on double occupancy
The 13 Day Epic Pass® Trip is a ski and culture tour that maximizes your Epic Pass® investment by exploring as many of the 11 Japanese resorts that you have access to as pass holders, while taking in some of the cultural sites that Japan has to offer.
Trip Highlights
- Experience skiing in Japan with your Epic Pass®
- Explore the 10 resorts in the Hakuba Valley in Central Japan
- Surf the trees and chutes at Rusutsu, Hokkaido
- Take part in a walking tour of Tokyo
- Visit the famous snow monkeys at their onsen retreat, taste some sake at a local brewery and visit historic Zenkoji, Nagano's largest temple
What's Included
- Accommodations and meals as indicated in the itinerary*
- 5 days of skiing in the Hakuba Valley
- Domestic economy class flight from Toyama Airport to New Chitose Airport
- 3 days of skiing in Rusutsu
- Walking tour of Tokyo
- Snow monkey/sake/temple tour in Nagano - lunch included
- All ground transportation in Japan
Pricing
The pricing displayed is the per person cost based on double occupancy.
A single occupancy supplement can be purchased for this itinerary for JPY 258,000 (or US$ equivalent).
A solo traveler supplement can be purchased for this itinerary for JPY 289,000 (or US$ equivalent).
For detailed pricing information please refer to our full pricing disclosures page or contact us via chat.
What's Not Included
- Epic Pass®
- Air transportation and related fees (except as indicated in the itinerary)
- Meals not specifically noted as included
- Activities noted as optional in the itinerary
- Passport, visa, and permit expenses
- Medical expenses and immunizations
- Baggage/accident/cancellation insurance
- Personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone calls, and alcoholic beverages
- Any other items not specifically noted as included
Departure/Blackout Dates
Departure Dates -
December 20, 2020 through March 1, 2021
Blackout Dates -
December 28, 2020 - January 4, 2021
Map
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Reservations
To make a reservation, please use the reservation button to the right. A specialist will contact you shortly, to confirm your details. Upon confirmation, a 20% deposit of the total trip cost will be required. The balance of the trip cost will be due, 90 days before the trip departure date.
For reservations made within 90 days of the departure date, full payment is required when the reservation is accepted.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellation notices must be received in writing and will become effective as of the date of the postmark. If a participant cancels 120 days or more prior to departure, a refund less an administrative fee of 50% of the deposit will be made.
Per-person charges for cancellations that occur less than 120 days prior to departure (“Cancellation Period”) are as follows:
- 91-119 days prior to departure: 100% of the deposit amount
- 45-90 days prior to departure: 50% of the total trip or tour cost
- 44 or fewer days prior to departure: 100% of the total trip or tour cost
This policy also applies to pre- and post-Itinerary extensions and extra arrangements confirmed on any participant’s behalf. Any revisions made within the Cancellation Period, such as a change in departure date or choice of Trip or Tour, are subject to this cancellation policy. Any airline tickets issued are subject to the carrier’s refund policy. Arriving late or leaving a Trip or Tour in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions of a Trip or Tour.
For our more details see the full disclosures or contact us through the chat window.
Trip Itinerary
*Accommodations are subject to availability; equivalent alternative lodging will be suggested if indicated lodging is not available on desired dates.
You will fly into either Narita International Airport or Haneda International Airport. Grab your stuff and take the Limousine Bus to Tokyo Station. The hotel for the evening, the Tokyo Metropolitan Hotel - Marunouchi*, is a short walk away. After you check in, set out for a bite to eat and/or relax after a long journey.
Early Morning Excursion (Optional)
Jet lag may have you wide awake at 3:00/4:00 a.m. If you are feeling active enough, one way to make great use of this otherwise inconvenience is to visit Tokyo's famous fish market, which is a quick taxi ride away from the hotel.
Walking Tour of Tokyo
Absorb the feel and pace of Japan's capital city with a walking (and Metro) tour with your guide. Starting with a walk through Tokyo Station's historic building, head toward the Imperial Palace grounds. Following will be a quick metro ride to Tokyo's largest shrine, Meiji Jingu, followed by a walk down Tokyo's Champs de Lysee, Omotesando. From there, you will take the Metro to Asakusa. In Asakusa, you will tour an older part of Tokyo, centered on the Senso-ji Temple complex and classic shopping arcades. From Asakusa, you will head back to Tokyo Station to pick up your bags.
Transfer to Hakuba
Once you retrieve your luggage, take a short walk over to Tokyo Station. Ride on the famed bullet train to Nagano station. Transfer to a bus which will take you to your hotel.
Check in Hakuba Tokyu Hotel*
After checking in grab a bite to eat, relax in the Japanese hot Springs and get ready for the next 5 days of plowing through powder.
Enjoy skiing the Hakuba Valley for the next 3 days. Hakuba Valley is located at the northern end of the spectacular Japan Alps. The resort spreads about 30km from north to south, including 11 individual unique ski resorts you can explore. In winter, the seasonal winds brings annual snowfall of 11 meters.
There are free shuttles that can take you to the various resorts. On Day 2 when you check in, we suggest you take some time to plan the next few days.
Take a break from the slopes to visit the famous snow monkeys at their onsen retreat. The tour will also include a visit to Nagano's largest temple, Zenko-ji, and a sake brewery.
Explore and Enjoy!
Today is a travel day. Take the arranged bus to Toyama Airport where you will catch a domestic flight to New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido. From there you will hop on a bus that will take you to the Rusutsu Resort Hotel*. Once you check in, grab a bite to eat, relax in the hot springs and get ready for the next 3 days of skiing in the famed Japow.
With over 500 acres of skiable terrain spread over 3 peaks plus physical connection to the conical Mt. Shiribetsu, Rusutsu offers some of the best terrain anywhere. Enjoy your free days in Rusutsu!
The last day of your trip, you will transfer to New Chitose Airport via bus to catch your flight back home!
Why Travel with Japanuary?
Our on the ground team has scouted the most pristine and awesome spots over a combined 50 years span. The result is thoughtfully curated experiences with careful considerations as to where to go, where to stay, and how to navigate Japan's excellent but complex transportation network. Our goal is to share our knowledge so that you can focus on enjoying the best that Japan has to offer.
