A beginner-friendly winter package: Tokyo sightseeing, the Shinkansen to Echigo-Yuzawa, two nights in the snow with a ropeway and snow play, and a beginner ski or snowboard lesson with equipment and snow wear included.
The route2 cities.
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6 days, 5 nightsDuration
2 citiesWhere you sleep
Five nights of hotel accommodation with daily breakfast — three in Tokyo, two in Echigo-YuzawaMeals
Twin share · land only, flights extra
Why this journey
For a family seeing snow for the first time, Japan is the easiest place to do it. Echigo-Yuzawa is eighty minutes from Tokyo by bullet train, the snow is deep and reliable from January, and the resort begins at the station itself.
The package gives three nights in Tokyo and two in Yuzawa. There is a private city day in Tokyo, a first snow-play afternoon with the ropeway, and a beginner ski or snowboard lesson the next day, with equipment and snow wear rental included so nobody needs to buy a jacket at home.
Onsen bathing, a snow-covered town and an easy pace make this a soft introduction rather than a ski holiday. Optional upgrades — a four-star hotel, a private ski lesson, snow play only, or Tokyo attraction add-ons — can be quoted on request.
Trip highlights
01Eighty minutes from Tokyo to deep snow by bullet train
02A first snow-play afternoon and the ropeway over the valley
03A beginner ski or snowboard lesson, with equipment and snow wear included
04Onsen bathing and a snow-covered town in Niigata
05Three nights in Tokyo with a private city day
Day-by-day itinerary
What's included
Included in your trip9 items covered in this fare
Hotels1
Five nights of hotel accommodation with daily breakfast — three in Tokyo, two in Echigo-Yuzawa
Transport2
Round-trip Shinkansen tickets, Tokyo to Echigo-Yuzawa
Airport transfers on arrival and departure
Activities4
Private Tokyo city tour
Snow play and ropeway experience in Yuzawa
Beginner ski or snowboard lesson
Ski or snowboard equipment and snow wear rental
Meals1
Five breakfasts
Services1
Local travel support in English
Plan and pay separately6 items not covered by this fare
Not included6
International flights
Lunches and dinners unless named as included
Optional activities, personal expenses and shopping
Travel insurance
Tips for drivers, guides and hotel staff
Visa fees, where your nationality requires a visa
Your hotels
Hotels are named on your confirmation — all are of the stated category.
Meeting & drop-off
You're met atNarita or Haneda Airport, arrivals hallReport by On arrival, timed to your inbound flight
You're dropped atNarita or Haneda AirportBy about Timed to your outbound flight
You leave from a different place than you arrive — book an open-jaw flight, not a return.
Airport transfers are included and matched to your flight times.
Attractions we visit
2 go inside0 walk through0 exterior only
On the route2 places
TokyoEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Echigo-YuzawaEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
When to Go
Japan
IdealGoodFairAvoid
OctIdeal
Cherry blossom (late Mar–Apr) and autumn foliage (Nov) are iconic. Avoid July–Aug heat and humidity.
Tokyo
Average High
22°C
Rainfall
197mm
Kyoto
Average High
22°C
Rainfall
110mm
Osaka
Average High
23°C
Rainfall
108mm
Hokkaido
Average High
14°C
Rainfall
112mm
Before you go
Winter package
Quoted for the snow season, January to mid-March; other dates are quoted separately.
Optional upgrades: a four-star hotel, a private ski lesson, a snow-play-only option, and Tokyo attraction add-ons.
The rate is based on four adults travelling together; smaller parties are quoted at the higher rate band.
Travel documents and visa
Carry a passport valid for the whole of your stay in Japan.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality and are not included in this package; check them well before you book flights.
Getting around
Japanese stations and hotels have limited space for large suitcases; pack a small bag for nights away from your base city.
The operator provides English-speaking assistance; guiding in other languages can be requested and is quoted separately.
Common questions
When does this package run?
The snow season at Echigo-Yuzawa runs from January to mid-March, which is when this package is quoted.
Do we need our own ski clothes?
No. Ski or snowboard equipment and snow wear rental are included, so you can travel without buying winter kit at home.
Is this suitable for children who have never seen snow?
Yes, that is what it is built for. The first afternoon is snow play and a ropeway ride, and the lesson the next day is for beginners.
How far is Yuzawa from Tokyo?
About eighty minutes on the Joetsu Shinkansen. The round-trip tickets are included.
Can we ski more than one day?
Yes. Extra lift passes, a private lesson or a fourth night can be quoted as an upgrade.
What if there is no snow?
Yuzawa is one of the most reliable snow areas near Tokyo in mid-winter, but conditions vary. The ropeway and snow programme are confirmed locally the day before.
Policies & booking terms
Booking terms
Full payment must be completed 30 days prior to departure, unless otherwise specified.
All bookings are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
Travel insurance is mandatory and must be purchased prior to departure.
Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates, taxes, or supplier costs.
Guests are responsible for obtaining valid passports, visas, and any required vaccinations.
Cancellations or amendments are subject to the applicable cancellation policy outlined in the package.
The company is not liable for delays, cancellations, or changes due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, strikes, or other force majeure events.
All travelers must adhere to the local laws and customs of the destinations visited.
No refunds will be issued for unused services, including but not limited to meals, accommodations, or activities.
The company reserves the right to modify the itinerary or substitute hotels of similar standards if necessary.
All special requests (e.g., room preferences, dietary requirements) are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
Guests are responsible for any additional costs incurred due to personal expenses, such as phone calls, laundry, or minibar charges.
Check-in and check-out times are subject to hotel policies and may vary by property.
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