Hakuba Ski Packages | 2024/25 | Japan

Introduction

Hakuba Valley boasts 10 Resorts accessing over 200 runs, with an incredible variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders alike. The southern end of the valley Sun Alpina incorporates 3 ski areas to the linked resorts of Hakuba 47 and Goryu-Toomi and the Olympic Ski Resort of Happo-One situated in the heart of Hakuba.  At the northern end of the valley, Iwatake, Tsugaike, Norikura and Cortina, Hakuba offers an amazing combination of world class skiing, state of the art lifts and gondolas and excellent grooming facilities.

This area is also famous for the “Onsen” experience, the hot springs perfect after a day of skiing or boarding, not to be missed.

Hotel Moegi

Hotel Moegi’s best feature is its almost ski-in-ski-out location, straight off Happo and you can ski to virtually the front door, this just makes everything so much easier. Only a 2 to 3-minute ski or walk to the ticket office and access up onto the gondola first thing in the morning and then ski home. Located in the Happo Village and also virtually on the mountain, the Moegi’s location is prime and gives you the opportunity to walk to many of the places you will want to go with complete freedom and ease. The Evergreen Ski School is only but a short walk up the road and down the road, you have the Happo gondola, restaurants, cafés, hot springs, and the list goes on…

Snow Monkey Onsen & Zenkoji Temple Tour

The world famous Jigokudani wild monkey park is home to about 200 wild monkeys who spend their days soaking in the natural hot springs, keeping warm from the harsh winter. The park was opened in 1964 and is considered to be the only place in the world to see snow monkeys bathing in the wild. The hike to the hot-springs takes approx. 30 minutes each way. Departing from the monkey park we then make our way to the historic town of Obuse, home to the famous Japanese artist Hokusai and Masuichi Sake Brewery. Lunch is a delicious set course traditional Japanese meal with a choice of main courses including dessert and glass of Sake. The next stop is Nagano City, home to Zenkoji Temple, designated a national treasure and has a history of over 1400 years. It is one of Japan’s most revered temples and houses the first image of Buddha brought to Japan in the 7th century. The streets surrounding the temple are lined with lantern lit shops and tiered roofed stalls, souvenir shops and galleries.

From Narita Airport – Train/train/bus

This includes a train from Narita to Tokyo (or Ueno), then a bullet train (Shinkansen) to Nagano, and then a bus to Hakuba. This is the fastest route. From the Tokyo international airport the total trip takes about 3.5 to 4 hours depending upon connection timing. The other advantage of taking the trains is that it’s a great insight into a part of the Japanese culture.

Direct transfer

This involves getting a shuttle bus or shared taxi transfer directly from Narita Airport to Hakuba, which tends to cost a little more than the train/train/bus combo. The trip takes longer, about 5-6 hours, but it provides the advantage of not having to lug your bags around the train stations and on and off trains and buses. This is also the transport of choice if you arrive at the Narita airport in the evening (so you can avoid having to overnight in a Narita hotel or Nagano hotel). You can book this transfer with Nagano Snow Shuttle which departs Narita at 8pm (NB you can’t book the trip a long way in advance.

Hukaba for Skiers

From the complete novice to the expert skier, Hakuba provides some of the best skiing in all of Japan. It offers everything from gentle beginner slopes to steeps, bumps and long groomers and of course plenty of fresh powder. The Happo-One resort, boasting some of the highest snowfalls and longest vertical pitches in all of Japan is Hakuba’s premier skiers mountain. Hakuba 47 and Goryu-Toomi challenges everyone from first timers to experts. Tsugaike and Iwatake are well suited to the beginner to intermediate, with long cruising trails providing an opportunity for non-stop uninterrupted skiing. Hakuba’s reputation as a serious skiers destination is well balanced across all levels and offers something for everyone.

Hakuba for Snowboarders

Endless half-pipes, terrain parks, gullies, hits, powder bowls and steeps are awaiting you this season in Hakuba. From Sun Alpina to Hakuba Cortina the variety of terrain on offer is guaranteed to satisfy all levels. For the beginner, learn to snowboard with great views, helpful instructors and gentle slopes at all of the resorts. For the experts, fantastic powder conditions, berms, jumps, half-pipes, terrain parks and plenty of freestyle action is waiting to be had. Take your pick, as every resort has plenty on offer for snowboarders this winter in Hakuba. Favourites among the resorts are Hakuba 47 and Happo with their challenging and diverse terrain, Tsugiake’s board park and Cortina with its light, dry, deep powder and ungroomed trails.

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Booking Conditions

• 50% Deposit of the total package cost
• 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.

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