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Half-Day Highlights of Karuizawa Sightseeing Charter Taxi Tour in Nagano

 

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Description

Tour around the main highlights of Karuizawa on a convenient taxi. Customize your own itinerary and have the driver-guide navigate the way for you to these sites. Visit Old Karuizawa Ginza Street, Kumano Shrine and Kumoba Pond leisurely at your pace.

Cancellation Policy

  • Any cancellations made between 30 business days (18:00 local time) to 3 business days (18:00 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
  • Any cancellations made between 3 business days (18:00 local time) to 1 business days (18:00 local time) prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
  • Any cancellations made after 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.

Activity Detail

Pricing Details

Prices Starts From:13-05-2019   Ends On:01-01-2038    Available Days:   All Days
Adult/Child (Age 7 & Up) $144
Child (Age 0-6) $0

Inclusion

  • Insurance
  • Charter fee
  • Japanese-speaking driver

Min/Max Quantity To Book

  • Min Qty: 2 (Minimum tickets to be booked)

Start Timings

  • 09:00,  09:30,  10:00,  10:30,  
    11:00,  11:30,  12:00,  12:30,  
    13:00,  13:30,  14:00,  14:30,  
    15:00

Duration

  • -8 (hrs)

Check In/Pickup Location Details

  • Please arrive at the meeting point before the departure time.

Restrictions

  • Children ages 7 years old and below can join for free but must be seated on the lap of their guardian.

Additional Notes

  • A taxi driver will be guiding participants for this tour with no tour conductor on board.
  • The stated schedule above is a sample itinerary. The actual sites to be visited in this tour can be customized and the tour price may vary depending on the number of participants and itinerary.
  • This tour can be extended to a one-day course (approx. 5 hours) by adding visitations to the Hoshino area and Shiraito Waterfalls.
  • Participants can be picked up/dropped off to their desired locations.
  • A Japanese-speaking driver will be guiding participants to each sites. Should you need an English-speaking driver, please select the add-on option upon booking.
  • The charter will pick up participants with their name shown in the car.
  • Pick-up and drop-off service within hotels and lunch can be requested for a separate fee. Please inquire through VELTRA customer service.

Dressing & Items to Bring

  • Walking shoes
  • Comfortable clothing

Schedule

Half-Day Highlights of Karuizawa Sightseeing Charter Taxi Tour in Nagano
08:30:00 Pick-up within Karuizawa Town Area

Day: Day1
09:00:00 Departure
The chartered taxi will be waiting at the meeting point with the participant's name shown from the car.
Day: Day1
Old Karuizawa Area
Pass through the main center of Karuizawa resort area and observe the retro shops filling the area as you head to your first destination.
Day: Day1
Karuizawa Shaw Memorial Church
Established in 1904, this church serves as an appreciation memorial hall to the achievements of the founder of Karuizawa, Alexander Croft Shaw. The Shaw Memorial Church currently stands as a place where visitors can enjoy the serenity and simple vibe of the area with its rustic wooden exterior.
Day: Day1
Usui Pass, Miharashidai and Kumanokotai Shrine
Ascend to the highlands by the Usui Pass and arrive at Miharashidai lookout point to overlook the panoramic view of the mountains surrounding the town. After this, head to Kumanokotai Shrine to be greeted by the 3 halls of the shrine.
Day: Day1
St. Paul's Catholic Church
Blending beautifully with the nature settings of area, St. Paul's Catholic Church was constructed by renowned architect, Antonin Raymond.
Day: Day1
Mikasa Hotel
Opened to the public in 1906, Mikasa Hotel features western-style architecture and 30 rooms which formerly accommodated 40 guests. Many business leaders and famous writers stayed in this historic hotel until its closure in 1970.
Day: Day1
Kumoba Pond
Take in the the wonderful scenery of the nature around Kumoba Pond. See the pond waters illuminate with the colors of the nearby trees.
Day: Day1
Drop-off within Karuizawa Town Area

Day: Day1

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