Niigata City, 2D1N/3D2N Joetsu Kokusai Ski Resort Tour
- From JR Echigo-Yuzawa Station, you can take the shuttle bus directly to the ski resort, which is fast, convenient, comfortable and safe
- Go to the popular ski resort "Joetsu International Ski Resort" in Niigata, Japan
- Both beginners and skiing experts can enjoy skiing.
- Arrange to stay at the popular hotel "GREEN PLAZA Joetsu" next to the ski resort
- The hotel provides a buffet with local ingredients and a natural open-air hot spring bath. After skiing, you can fully enjoy the atmosphere of the snow country.
Das erwartet Sie
－Itinerary Features－
Head to the famous ski resort “Joetsu International Ski Resort” in Echigo-Yuzawa! Joetsu International Ski Resort is Japan’s largest and most extensive ski resort consisting of four areas. It’s easy to get from Tokyo by Shinkansen or car! Not only advanced skiers, but also first-time snowboarders have routes of varying difficulty to choose from.
“GREEN PLAZA Joetsu” is a landmark hotel in the ski resort. The exterior design of the red triangular roof is reminiscent of the Nordic style, making you feel like you are in a European ski resort! You can rent ski equipment directly in the museum, which is convenient and fast! In addition to various restaurants where you can enjoy Japanese and Western cuisine made with a large number of local seasonal ingredients, the hotel also has natural hot springs, convenience stores, izakayas, etc., which can meet the needs of different guests such as couples and families. The ski resort in front of the hotel has a special area for children, which is like a “snow amusement park”. It is very suitable for the whole family to play in the snow. In addition, the hotel also provides an exclusive shuttle bus for hotel guests from Echigo-Yuzawa Station to Joetsu International Ski Resort (reservation required in advance), so you can enjoy skiing easily!
-Project introduction-
A: [Two-day tour accommodation plan]
- 1 night stay at GREENPLAZA Joetsu (breakfast and dinner included during stay)
- Common 2-day ski lift ticket: Common lift ticket for Iwahara Ski Resort and Joetsu International Ski Resort (can be exchanged once a day, but cannot be exchanged midway on the same day)
- Ski combo or snowboard combo rental (please choose one)
B: [Three-day tour accommodation plan]
- Stay at GREENPLAZA Joetsu for 2 nights (including breakfast and dinner during your stay)
- Common 3-day pass for ski lifts and lift tickets for Iwahara Ski Resort and Joetsu International Ski Resort (can be exchanged once a day, but cannot be exchanged midway on the same day)
- Ski combo or snowboard combo rental (please choose one)
Good to know
－Hotel introduction－
GREEN PLAZA Joetsu (ホテルグリーンプラザ Joetsu) is a representative hotel of the ski resort, and its appearance and interior are full of Nordic style! Ski equipment can be rented directly in the museum, so you can enjoy skiing easily! There is a large natural open-air hot spring bath in the hotel, allowing every guest to enjoy the famous local hot springs while enjoying the snow! The Western and Chinese buffet, which combines local ingredients, allows you to experience Niigata cuisine after skiing and relieve the fatigue of the whole day!
- Check-in: 15:00/Check-out: 10:00 *Basic room types: Japanese-style room (tatami), Japanese-Western style room (restroom: yes/bathroom: yes)
- Main building large bath: available (5:00～8:30, 11:30～24:00) *Dinner: 18:00～21:00／Buffet provided *Breakfast: 7:00～9:00／Buffet provided
- Hotel supplies: bath towels, washcloths, shower gel, shampoo, hair conditioner, yukata, children’s yukata, toddler Jinbei, hangers, slippers *Room supplies: TV, telephone, refrigerator, electric kettle, tea set, glasses, flush toilet, free WIFI
－Ski equipment rental instructions－
[Snowboard combination: ski version, poles, boots] [Snowboard combination: snowboard version, boots]
- Adopt on-site reservation system
- Ski clothing (ski suits and ski pants) are extra
- Please note that gloves, goggles and other equipment are not available for rental in the museum.
[Ski clothing set rental fee] *Adults (over 12 years old): JPY4,500 for 1st day/JPY6,500 for 2nd day *Children (3 to 11 years old): JPY 3,000 for 1 day / JPY 4,000 for 2 days *On-site reservation and payment required
- Depending on the actual size and type, there may be different charging standards, please understand
-Features of Ski Resort-
- Ski resort night business days: December 21, 2024 (Saturday) to March 23, 2025 (Sunday)
- Ski resort night business hours: 17:00～21:00
- Family-friendly ski resort: There are many snow-playing props and facilities, so it is recommended to have fun with children. The fee is JPY500/person
- Ski and snowboard school (90-minute package) with JPY500 discount coupon *Snowboarding school is only open to middle school students and above.
- Regular course: 90 minutes: JPY3,500. Period: 9:00～10:30／11:30～13:00／14:00～15:30
“Important Precautions for Skiing Trips”
[Reservation ~ Arrival at the ski resort]
- After making a reservation, we will reply within 1-4 working days to confirm hotel vacancy and then reply whether the reservation has been confirmed. There may be delays in replying during the peak ski season. Please understand.
- Please go to the ski resort by yourself. If you are going by Shinkansen, you can reserve the hotel's exclusive shuttle bus from Echigo-Yuzawa Station.
- The supplier can help reserve the "Echigo-Yuzawa Station → GREEN PLAZA Joetsu" shuttle bus. Please confirm the timetable first and contact the supplier via email at least 3 days before departure. It may be full, so please understand. Please make a reservation with hotel staff for your return journey
“important”
- After the reservation is confirmed, the accommodation, cable car, and rental tickets of your reserved plan will be sent to your registered email address in the form of an electronic PDF file at least 1 week before departure.
- The shuttle bus reserved from "Echigo-Yuzawa Station → GREEN PLAZA Joetsu" will depart on time. Latecomers will not be waited for. Please confirm the meeting map sent in advance
- Once the ski equipment is rented, it cannot be replaced, and you must pay to rent it again after returning it. Please note that