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2 Day Niigata Autumn Tour including Naeba Dragondola and Ropeways

Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
$367.83
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Discover the fall foliage of the mountainous Niigata Prefecture on a 2-day tour from Tokyo. Taking place in October when the leaves are at their most stunning, the experience includes aerial cable car (ropeway) rides through the mountains, and visits to lakes and lookout points to admire autumn colors from all around. Overnight accommodation is included at the Naeba Prince Hotel, which also boasts hot springs and an extensive buffet dinner menu.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Triple room (3 per room)
Price stated for is per person. This option is for 3 persons where one person must be an Adult. A Child (3-5 years old) is not supplied with bedding or meals.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 days

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Overnight accommodation
  • Japanese-speaking tour conductor using a translation app for assistance
  • Breakfast
  • Round-trip transportation by train and bus
  • Dinner
  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, shopping)
  • National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter
  • Bed arrangement in the hotel, meals except for the buffet dinner, train seats for Child of 3-5 years
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Meeting point
Meet at the open space near the Bellmart Kiosk, located by the Nihonbashi Exit of Tokyo Station. (On the second floor of the kiosk is a Starbucks). Please arrive at least 10mins before the scheduled meeting time. Please look for staff wearing jerseys with our company logo and tell them the tour name
Return details
The tour ends at Tokyo Station, with arrival expected between 5:20 PM and 6:40 PM. Exact arrival time will be confirmed one week prior to the tour date.
You may choose to get off at Ueno Station. If you plan to do so, please let the tour conductor know on the tour day.
You may choose to get off at Omiya Station. If you plan to do so, please let the tour conductor know on the tour day.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is operated for both Japanese and foreign customers. A Japanese tour conductor will accompany the group and provide key information using a translation app. Please note that the tour conductor is not a tour guide and will focus on sharing essential information during the tour.
  • Child (3-5 years old) rates apply, only bus seat is included. Train seat, meals (excluding buffet) and sleeping facilities not provided.
  • Infants (0-2 years old) are free of charge with no seats and bed arrangement. Infant meals are not included
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be contacted at least 10 days prior to your travel date and offered an alternative or full refund.
  • The best time to view autumn leaves varies depending on the weather and temperature of the season. The tour schedule is based on the condition of the autumn leaves in the past years. However, there are some cases where you are not able to enjoy the scenery as on the photo. Please note there will be no refund regardless of the conditions of the autumn leaves
  • During the autumn leaves viewing season, roads and sightseeing spots become heavily congested and arrival to each place will be delayed. In some cases you may have a shorter visiting time
  • Delays or omissions made to the itinerary due to traffic, weather or other circumstances that are beyond the control of the tour operator are not subject to a refund
  • According to traffic conditions etc, the order of the itinerary may be changed
  • If the tour operator has to cancel the tour because of a typhoon, heavy snow or other circumstances beyond their control, this will be decided by 3pm the day before the tour departure; you will be informed by e-mail and suggested a new departure date or receive a full refund
  • If either the Naeba Dragondola or the Tashiro Ropeway is not operating, the tour will continue using the transportation option that is available. However, if both are out of service, we will guide you to an alternative sightseeing location. In that case, you will receive a refund equivalent to the amount originally paid by the tour operator for the unused transportation. Please note that if this amount is used to cover costs at the substitute destination, no additional refund will be provided.
  • You will stay at Naeba Prince Hotel, in a Western-style twin room with a private bath and toilet. Room assignments will be arranged by our staff. As this is a large-scale hotel, some rooms may be located far from the public bath area. For groups of 3, the room will include 2 standard beds plus either an extra bed or a sofa bed.
  • This tour includes outdoor sightseeing. Please wear comfortable shoes such as sneakers or rubber-soled footwear that you are used to walking in, as some areas may have uneven paths.
  • Please note that we are unable to accommodate special dietary requests, including food allergies. If you have specific dietary needs, we recommend making your own meal arrangements. No refunds will be provided for meals.
  • Please note that even if you book for two or more people, we may not be able to arrange seats next to each other. In some cases, your seats might be separated
  • The sightseeing cruise on Lake Okutadami may be canceled due to weather or other conditions. If the cruise is canceled, we will refund the portion of the tour fee that covers the boat ride. Please also note that the direction of the cruise route may be reversed depending on operational circumstances
  • The typical peak viewing periods for autumn leaves are listed below. However, please keep in mind that these dates may vary depending on weather conditions: Mt. Hakkaisan: Mid-October to early November; Kiyotsu Gorge: Mid-October to early November; Naeba: Early October to early November; Lake Tashiro: Mid-October to early November; Lake Okutadami: Mid-October to early November
  • From the Dragondola summit station in Naeba to the Tashiro Ropeway summit station, there is an approximately 20-minute walk. Please note that part of the route includes slopes, so we recommend wearing comfortable, well-fitting walking shoes. (A convenient Raku-raku lift is available for guests who have difficulty walking.)
  • If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
    If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
    If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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    2 Day Niigata Autumn Tour including Naeba Dragondola and Ropeways

    Location Tokyo, Kanto, Japan
    $367.83
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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