- 7 Nights Accommodation at Shiga Kogen Prince Hotel – East Wing in a Twin share room (Upgrades available)
- Daily Breakfast
- 5 Days Shiga Kogen 18 Resort Lift Pass
- 5 Days Premium Ski or Snowboard hire (boots and polls incl)
- 5 Days Jacket, Pants and Helmet Hire
- Return shuttle transfers from Nagano Station
Hotel accommodation options for families & larger groups available – Contact us for custom quote!
Cost: $2,999 pp (Twin Share)
Not Included:
- Airfares (Contact us for a quote)
- Travel Insurance (Highly recommended – contact us for quote)
- Meals and drinks not mentioned above
- Items of a personal nature e.g. phone calls, internet, travel insurance etc.
- Rail Tickets
Shiga Kogen Prince Hotel
Shiga Kogen Prince Hotel is situated in Japan’s foremost snow resort, Shiga Kogen. The hotel consists of an east building, a south building, and a west building. The location at the foot of the Shiga Kogen Yakebitaiyama Ski Area allows you to ski in and ski out while you’re enjoying the perfect powder snow.
East Building – In an ideal location, every room with a view of the ski slopes, features attentive service and an elegant atmosphere. Spend time relaxing here as you can only at a Prince Hotel.
How Do I get to Shiga Kogen?
Shiga Kogen can be easily reached by several transport methods from Tokyo. The most common way to travel is a ride on the Shinkansen (Bullet Train) which reaches speeds of up to 300km per hour to Nagano city or nearby Iiyama Station, followed by a one-and-a-half-hour bus to the ski resort. Enjoy the scenery of the alpine hills and valleys on your journey whichever way you travel. Private transfers & Airport Shuttle services also available.
What are the skiing and snowboarding conditions like in Shiga Kogen?
Shiga Kogen is one of Japan’s largest ski areas made up of 18 interlinked ski resorts that offer a smorgasbord of options including beginner slopes, long cruisers, challenging moguls, and powder bowls. One lift ticket gives you access to more than 50 lifts, gondolas, and ropeways! The area is also close to local cultural sites with the opportunity to experience some of Japan’s rich traditions.
Do I need a Visa to travel to Japan?
Australians are eligible for Japan’s visa exemption scheme for short-stay tourism and business travel. You don’t need a visa to travel to Japan for up to 90 days. Entry and exit conditions can change at short notice.
Booking Conditions
- 50% Deposit of the total package cost to secure your booking
- Balance is due 60 days prior to departure.
Payment Options
- Direct Debit (Details will be shown on your invoice).
- Credit Card (Surcharges apply).
- Cheques can be made payable to PlaySeeGo Travel Group Pty Ltd and mailed to PO Box 34, Kew East, Victoria, 3102.
Additional Terms
- Amendments made to a confirmed booking may attract a fee of $55 plus any additional hotel and airline charges. Any amendments made after documentation has been issued may attract a fee of $110.
- Bookings made within 14 days of departure may attract a further $165.
- Mates’ Escapes cannot be held responsible for snow conditions, and holidays cannot be cancelled or amended on the basis of weather conditions.
- We strongly recommend purchasing Travel Insurance to mitigate any financial loss should you be unable to travel when required.
- Bookings are subject currency fluctuations either up or down until your booking is paid for in full. Variations are calculated on the exchange rate at the time the deposit is paid until such time the final balance is paid. We recommend paying your final instalment as soon as possible to lock in your package’s cost.
Please see our General Terms & Conditions that are used in conjunction with the specific event terms.