Matsumoto Day trips

Participating in the Kamikochi day tour led by guide Ms. Zuo Sha was, overall, an unforgettable and highly recommended trip. The natural scenery of Kamikochi is truly stunning, and especially on a first visit, one always wants to seize the opportunity to walk further and see more. Before departure, the tour guide thoughtfully provided two route options, A and B, and kindly suggested that first-time visitors start with Option A, which goes from Taisho Pond to Kappa Bridge. However, because I loved the scenery of Kamikochi so much, after finishing Option A I still wanted to challenge Option B and walked all the way to Myojin Pond. As a result, I failed to manage my return time properly, causing everyone to wait for about 15 to 20 minutes. I am truly sorry to the guide, my fellow group members, and the driver who worked hard to pick us up and drop us off. Especially considering that Japan has strict regulations regarding the working hours of professional drivers, my delay may have increased the driver's workload, which makes me feel even more apologetic. I am also extremely grateful for everyone's patience and understanding. Additionally, although there were some minor communication hiccups during this trip, I deeply appreciate the guide's subsequent attitude and adjustments. She not only proactively showed care, but I could also feel her sincere desire to improve her service. In truth, the service industry is never easy; whether it is the tour guide or the driver, every link requires mutual cooperation. Good service is worth recognizing, and travelers should also offer a little more understanding and empathy. Finally, thank you to the guide for taking care of us along the way, and thank you to the driver for the hard work and safe transportation. This trip to Kamikochi not only allowed me to enjoy beautiful scenery, but also gave me much to reflect upon. Highly recommended!

Had a wonderful time on this nature trip! 🌿🌳 The fresh air, beautiful scenery, peaceful surroundings, and breathtaking views made every moment special. A perfect escape from the busy routine and a beautiful reminder of how amazing nature is. Also our tourguide is pretty cool and approachable ☺️ Truly refreshing and unforgettable! 💚✨

I was initially a bit anxious as I booked this tour despite its lack of reviews and I’m a solo female traveller. I’m returning to Tokyo now and wanted to share my experience. The long drive is worth it for a great view of Kamikochi if you’re short on time. I thoroughly enjoyed my time there and found the price very reasonable for a 9-hour round trip. The weather was perfect, enhancing the beautiful scenery. My guide, Cathy, was accommodating and kind, making me feel safe and taken care of. The driver also drove safely. I highly recommend this tour, but be prepared for a long day! There’s plenty of opportunities to nap during the bus ride anyway.

The guide and transportation were flawless! I definitely recommend booking with them: they were very kind, helpful, and professional. Unfortunately, when we were in Kamikochi, the autumn colors had already started to change and the foliage was almost gone, but the scenery was still beautiful. Some participants arrived late, so we started the trail a little later than expected. Despite this, the three hours available were enough to walk the path from Taisho Pond to Kappa Bridge, stopping to take photos and have a lunch break with our packed lunches. Overall, it was a great experience, which I recommend to anyone who wants to visit Kamikochi in an organized way without worrying about transportation!

It was such a wonderful experience, and I couldn’t be more satisfied. Definitely one of the most beautiful places I’ve visited in Japan. Worth every minute of the journey! Highly recommended!

Although the itinerary was packed and we were constantly switching between different modes of transportation, Vivian and all the tour members managed their time exceptionally well. No one was ever late for any leg of the journey. Vivian was also very clear about meeting points and times, and she paid special attention to the elderly members who needed extra care. Besides the snow walls, the mountain and tree scenery along the way up Tateyama Kurobe was beautiful. The weather was particularly good on the day we visited, and we saw everything we hoped to, except for a rainbow over the waterfall. It was a very fortunate, relaxing, and enjoyable trip.

Kamikochi, known as "God's Homeland," truly is the most beautiful hiking destination. Walking along the Azusa River trail, nestled beneath the Hotaka mountain range, is incredibly refreshing. The breathtaking scenery, where the clear stream intertwines with the Hotaka peaks, is stunning and truly uplifting. Our tour guide, Yukino, was exceptionally dedicated on this trip. She meticulously prepared all the information, including introductions to attractions, suggested routes, and food recommendations, providing comprehensive details to all participants. She also catered to both Chinese and English-speaking guests, proving to be an incredibly diligent and responsible leader. Highly recommended!

Tour absolutely worth visiting, the time is limited and not enough to visid everything unless you walk very fast without breaks... But the place is stunning even on a basik route. Guide Han spoke really good English and explained all important information and gave useful recommendations.

The 1-day bus tour to Kamikochi was comfortable and pleasant. Since I heard it might rain and be cold, I prepared accordingly, but thankfully the weather turned out great, and I couldn't take my eyes off the magnificent scenery the entire time we walked. I spent a happy day walking and taking pictures for three hours. I would like to thank our guide Paul and the driver, who kindly, attentively, and professionally took care of a tour group made up of people from various countries. I hope to see you again next year if the opportunity arises.