【10% OFF 】2-Day Bus Tour from Osaka: Senjojiki Cirque, Komagatake Ropeway & Hirugami Onsen

Tour Description

Experience the stunning allure of the Japanese Alps on this tranquil 2-day bus journey departing from Osaka. Ascend the Komagatake Ropeway, reaching an altitude of 2,612 meters, and take in the incredible panoramic vistas from Senjojiki Cirque, recognized as one of Japan's most picturesque alpine regions. Explore the newly inaugurated SO・RA・TO・KI Sky Terrace, which opened in 2023, where you can soak in expansive views of Senjojiki Cirque and Mt. Hoken.

Enjoy the scenic Tenryukyo Bridge "Sora Sanpo", a skywalk that provides breathtaking sights of the Tenryu River gorge and the surrounding mountains.

Relax for the night at Hirugami Onsen Yunotari no Sato Inaka, a celebrated hot spring resort known for its luxurious "beauty bath" waters. Unwind in the hotel's 19 various baths before indulging in a lavish buffet dinner featuring over 60 dishes from Japanese, Western, and Chinese cuisines, including unlimited freshly prepared crab legs from the open kitchen.

Information about Tour

• Place of departure and destination: From OSAKA to NAGANO
• Number of days of travel: 2 days
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: International Motor Vehicles Osaka or equivalent
• Meal(s): 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner
• Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20
• Number of GUIDE: 1

Tour Operator Information

• Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.
• Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency
• Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

• Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team
• Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN
• Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444
• Opening hour: 10:00~18:00
• (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager

Eri Tomiyama

The Tour Operations Manager oversees transactions related to your travel at the sales office and manages your travel arrangements. Should you have any inquiries or concerns regarding the explanations provided by the staff about this travel contract, please feel free to reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please review and understand the Terms and Conditions below.

• Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
• Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Take a ride on the Komagatake Ropeway to 2,612m, which is Japan's highest ropeway station.
• Experience breathtaking alpine scenery at the Senjojiki Cirque and the SO・RA・TO・KI Sky Terrace.
• Stroll across the picturesque Tenryukyo Bridge "Sora Sanpo" with views of the Tenryu River.
• Spend the night at Hirugami Onsen Yunotari no Sato Inaka, renowned for its relaxing hot springs.
• Savor a buffet dinner featuring more than 60 Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes, including crab legs.
• Unwind in one of the hotel's 19 indoor and outdoor baths.
• Enjoy a comfortable journey on a spacious coach equipped with an onboard restroom.

Itinerary

• Meet at Umeda (8:15 AM) and depart at 8:30 AM.
• Visit Moto-Zenkoji Temple, believed to be the original home of the principal Buddhist statue before it was moved to Zenkoji Temple in Nagano (approx. 50 min).
• Walk across Tenryukyo Bridge "Sora Sanpo", offering panoramic views of the Tenryu River gorge (approx. 50 min).
• Arrive at Hirugami Onsen Yunotari no Sato Inaka around 4:00 PM. Relax in the hotel's 19 hot spring baths. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet dinner with over 60 Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes, including crab legs. Overnight at Hirugami Onsen.
• Breakfast at the hotel. Depart the hotel around 8:00 AM.
• Transfer to Suganodai, then board a local bus to Shirabidaira Station.
• Ride the Komagatake Ropeway to Senjojiki Station, Japan's highest ropeway station.
• Explore Senjojiki Cirque and enjoy approximately 2 hours of free time to admire the alpine scenery and visit the SO・RA・TO・KI Sky Terrace.
• Descend by ropeway and local bus back to Suganodai.
• Stop at Komagane Farms for shopping (approx. 30 min).
• Return to Umeda, arriving at approximately 6:25 PM.

Price Details

Included

• Accommodation
• Breakfast
• Japanese guide
• Air-conditioned bus
• Admission fee
• Dinner

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned

Important Information

Important Notes During Bus Tour

1. Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

2. Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

3. As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

4. Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

5. Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

6. Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

7. Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

9. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

10. Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

11. Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

12. Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

13. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

14. Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

15. The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

16. Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

17. Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

18. After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

19. Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

20. If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Purchase Notice

• This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
• Eligibility: This tour is not valid for Japanese nationals. It is available to overseas tourists only.
• This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
• If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
• This tour will continue to be available after the Super Summer Sale 2026 promotion ends.
• The best time to see the autumn foliage at the Komagatake Ropeway is typically from late September to mid-October. Peak colors may vary depending on weather and temperature conditions.
• Guests traveling in an odd-numbered group may be required to share bus seats with other passengers.
• Traffic conditions may reduce the time spent at sightseeing locations.
• An additional JPY 2,200 facility admission fee applies to infants and must be paid directly at the hotel on the day of the tour.
• Depending on weather and visitor numbers, there may be a 1–2 hour wait to board the Komagatake Ropeway.
• Due to congestion, the time available at Senjojiki Cirque may be shortened.
• If the Komagatake Ropeway is suspended due to weather or other operational reasons, the equivalent group fare for the ropeway will be refunded.

About the Onboard Restroom

• By Japanese law, all passengers must wear seat belts while the bus is in motion.
• For safety reasons, please use the onboard restroom only when conditions allow, as moving around the bus while it is traveling may increase the risk of accidents.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 21 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 20 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 50% cancellation fee