From Matsumoto or Nagano Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route Tour

9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Journey from Matsumoto or Nagano to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route in a small group. Travel by tour vehicle to Ogizawa, then cross the mountains by electric bus, cable car, ropeway, and tunnel bus. Walk across Kurobe Dam and enjoy about two hours at 2,450-meter Murodo for lunch, photos, and seasonal scenery—from spring snow walls to summer alpine flowers and autumn colors. Your English-speaking guide keeps every transfer and connection smooth, then returns you to your original meeting point. Alpine Route tickets are purchased separately at Ogizawa with no markup.

What's Included

English speaking guide
Meeting and return transfer between Matsumoto or Nagano and Ogizawa by tour vehicle.
Seasonal Viewpoint Tips: Discover photo spots, mountain views, and seasonal highlights.
Alpine Route transfer, route, and timing support
Free Time at Murodo: Enjoy lunch, photos, and alpine scenery at your own pace.
Lunch and other food or drinks are not included.
Mandatory Alpine Route transport ticket: Adult ¥12,300; Child ¥6,150. Buy at Ogizawa with guide assistance; no markup. No separate admission fees.
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Travel by tour vehicle from Matsumoto or Nagano to Ogizawa, the eastern gateway to the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. Your guide assists with ticket purchase and explains the day’s route and transfers.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Kurobe Dam

    Ride the Kanden Tunnel Electric Bus to Kurobe Dam, one of Japan’s most impressive engineering landmarks. Walk across the dam, enjoy panoramic mountain views, and take photos while your guide helps with the onward connection.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Ride the cable car, ropeway, and electric bus to Murodo at 2,450 meters. Enjoy about two hours of free time for lunch, photos, and seasonal alpine scenery while your guide supports transfers and timing.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Walking Tours
Trolley Tours
Nature Walks
Cable Car Tours
Small Group
Adventure Tours
Additional fees

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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