Zao Onsen Ski Package - Samurai Tours 1 of 8 1/11/18, 3:49 PM
ZAO ONSEN SKI PACKAGE 4 Days 3 Nights Destinations Tokyo, Zao Onsen 2 of 8 1/11/18, 3:49 PM
Tour Overview With over 1900 years of history, Zao Onsen offers an exciting and culturally immersive experience in the northern part of Japan. Relax and enjoy the beautiful healing properties of the famous hot springs after a long day of exciting skiing on the top of Mount Zao. Tour Pricing (All prices are per person.) $1,144 Double Occupancy $1,444 Single Occupancy *Minimum of two people required for all Independent Tours There will be a 20% surcharge for all ski packages taking place during the New Years Holiday (December 23 to January 8) $50 change fee for each destination added to FIT packages $50 change fee if a change is made after the deposit (the above change fee may apply as well) Zao Onsen is a small hot spring village located in the Tohoku region near Yamagata. It has become famous for its great skiing, plush powder, and the snow monsters that form on the trees around the village giving the ski area an otherworld experience. Zao Ski Resort offers over thirty lifts, gondolas and ropeways. With a variety of different courses, Zao Ski Resort is perfect for beginners and intermediates alike. After a long day on the slopes, Zao is a perfect place to rest and enjoy Japan s famous hot springs. These hot springs are known for the strong acidic sulfur springs that are said to help with rejuvenating and strengthening the skin and blood vessels. Tour Rating: Tour Highlights Tokyo Zao Onsen Zao Onsen Ski Resort 3 of 8 1/11/18, 3:49 PM
Tour Itinerary D A Y 1 Tokyo to Zao Onsen You can choose to be welcomed at Tokyo s Narita Airport or have your tickets sent to your hotel if you are already in Japan. You will travel to Yamagata Station where you will transfer to a bus for the final journey to Zao Onsen. (If arriving on the start day please be sure to book a flight arriving at NRT before 14:00 AM. If you will already be in Japan or plan to arrive early, please contact our staff for added accommodation options) Travel: 3-1/4 Hours; Walking: Light D A Y 2 Zao Onsen Ski Day Free day in Zao Onsen to ski, tour the town, or visit the various hot springs and bathhouses. Travel: TBD; Walking: TBD D A Y 3 Zao Onsen Ski Day Free day in Zao Onsen to ski, tour the town, or visit the various hot springs and bathhouses. Travel: TBD; Walking: TBD D A Y 4 Return to Tokyo Today you will travel back to Tokyo by bus and Shinkansen. If you are planning to depart Japan on this day (out of NRT or HND airport) please be sure to book a flight after 15:00. If further accommodations are needed, please contact our staff. Travel: 3-1/4 Hours; Walking: Light 4 of 8 1/11/18, 3:49 PM
Inclusions Accommodations in a 3 Star hotel including all taxes, fees and breakfast every morning (Click the Upgrades tab to view available upgrade options) Zao Onsen: Japanese style ryokan such as Zao Omiya Ryokan Detailed, easy-to-follow directions on how to travel between cities Bi-lingual maps, addresses and phone numbers for all your lodging Reserved seat tickets on the trains to and from Tamagata Station and Narita Airport English-speaking emergency contact number in Japan Lodging each night Suggested train schedules including train schedules for 2 hours prior and 2 hours after the suggested time to allow you to choose your own times Breakfast every day A copy of our Gaijin on Getas tour handbook (this is the same popular handbook our escorted tour members receive) which contains 180 pages of Japan travel tips, Japanese language tips, Japanese customs and etiquette and Japanese history to prepare you properly for your trip and allow you to enjoy Japan even more after you arrive. What s Not Included Local transportation (subways, buses, taxis, etc.) All admission fees Lunches and dinners (except where noted) Desserts at any included meals (except where noted) Drinks other than water and tea at any included meals (except where noted) Lift tickets (contact us if you need assistance) Equipment rentals (contact us if you need assistance) 5 of 8 1/11/18, 3:49 PM
Upgrade Options Please contact us for more information and costs. Arrival Meeting service at Narita Airport Contact us for pricing Zao Onsen Zao Onsen Budget Hotel Similar to Lodge Scole 6 of 8 1/11/18, 3:49 PM
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