[Winter Limited] Shiga Hakodateyama Skiing/Snow Fun & Autumn Leaves Avenue & Makino Plateau Hot Spring Day Trip|Departure from Osaka & Kyoto
- Hakodateyama Ski Resort: A popular winter destination known for its "superb views of Lake Biwa + snow experiences friendly to all ages."
- Makino Kogen Onsen Sarasa: Known by locals as "energy soup after exercise."
- Metasequoia Namiki of Lake Biwa: A popular leisure and photography spot in the Kansai region, where every scene is like a movie.
Good to know
【About the Itinerary】
Ski goggles and gloves are not included in the ski package. Please bring your own or purchase them at the ski resort shop. Ski goggles range from ¥1800-¥5000, and gloves are around ¥1500.
Ski instructor service is a group lesson, mainly teaching basic knowledge of skiing and snowboarding, and introductory ski courses.
Given the special nature of skiing and snow activities, all participants (including minors, who are the responsibility of their guardians) are required to assess the risks of the sport themselves. It is recommended to proactively purchase personal accident insurance and property loss insurance covering snow and ice sports before participating in the activities.
Makino Kogen Onsen Sarasa:
- Onsen bathing fee (swimsuit not required) Adults (12 years and older) ¥750 Children (3 years and older, under 12 years old) ¥400
- Onsen bathing + spa area fee (swimsuit required) Adults (12 years and older) ¥1300 Children (3 years and older, under 12 years old) ¥700
【About Itinerary Time】 According to Japanese law, Japanese drivers may not work more than 10 hours per day (including arrival and departure at the depot). The tour guide may adjust the itinerary order and duration as appropriate depending on the traffic and on-site conditions of the day. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
【Pre-Departure Notification Email】 We will send an email between 20:00–21:00 (Japan time) the night before departure, containing: tour guide contact information, driver information, meeting point map, and precautions. Please be sure to check your email and spam folder. If you are traveling during peak season, the email may be slightly delayed, thank you for your understanding. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one.
【About Seating Arrangements】 This itinerary is a group tour, and vehicle seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. We will do our best to meet your seating needs. If you have special arrangements, please indicate them in the “Special Requests” column when placing your order, but the final arrangement will be coordinated and decided by the tour guide based on the actual situation. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
【About Group Tour】 This itinerary is a group tour activity, and there may be guests from different countries or speaking different languages traveling in the same vehicle as you. We hope you can be tolerant of diverse cultures and enjoy the diversity of the journey.
【About Meeting Time】 Please be sure to arrive at the designated meeting point on time. As this itinerary is a group tour, we will not be able to wait for late arrivals, and no refunds will be given. Any costs and liabilities incurred due to late arrival will be borne by you. Thank you for your understanding.
【About Force Majeure】 If the itinerary is delayed due to force majeure factors such as weather or traffic, the tour guide will flexibly adjust the itinerary order on site, or shorten/cancel the stay time at some attractions as appropriate to ensure the safety of the itinerary. We will do our best to provide you with the best experience, thank you for your understanding.
【About Luggage】 Each guest can bring 1 standard piece of luggage free of charge. Please indicate this in the “Special Requests” when placing your order. If you bring luggage temporarily without prior notice, it may cause insufficient space in the car and affect the safety and comfort of others. The tour guide has the right to refuse you to board the car, and the fee will not be refunded. Thank you for your understanding.
【About Vehicle Type】 We will arrange a suitable vehicle (such as a van, minibus, or bus) according to the actual number of travelers. We cannot specify the vehicle type, thank you for your understanding.
【About Leaving the Group Midway】 This itinerary is a group tour and cannot be left midway or early. If you leave the group on your own, the remaining itinerary will be regarded as an automatic waiver, and no refund will be given. Any problems or expenses arising therefrom will be borne by you.
【About Arrangements After the End of the Itinerary】 As the end time of the itinerary may be affected by uncontrollable factors such as weather and traffic, the above time is for reference only. It is recommended that you do not arrange other tight itineraries (such as flights, performances, appointments) on the same day. We will not be liable for any losses caused by delays, thank you for your understanding.
【About Lunch】 The itinerary does not include meals, and lunch needs to be arranged by the guests themselves. There are also dining locations at various attractions, or you can prepare your own.




