IIYAMA – The Shin-etsu Trail
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About
Situated in the far north of Nagano Prefecture, IIYAMA is a city lost in time where untouched beauty surrounds ancient tradition. In just two and a half hours by the Hokuriku Shinkansen, you can escape the hustle of Tokyo and take in the picturesque scenery of Japan.
IIYAMA – Shin-etsu Trail
Beauty surrounds ancient tradition. You will experience a unique and stunning walking trail called “The Shin-etsu Trail” which runs for 80 kilometres along the border between Nagano and Niigata Prefectures. During spring, the last traces of snow and the new season’s blossoming creates a picturesque scene never to be forgotten. In the fall, hikers can walk and take in the beauty of the brilliant autumn colours. This walking tour is sure to relax the mind and free the spirit.
*All prices are subject to availability.
*Train/bus fares and walking guide are not included.
*The weather in July and August can be very hot.
Minshuku (shared bath & toilet)
Mori no ie (cottage)
Hinanoyado Chitose (No private bath)
*Accommodation is subject to change.
*Nabekura Kogen Mori no ie is closed every Monday & Tuesday except between 20Jul-30Aug2019.

Day 1––D
Return to IIYAMA Station and pick up your luggage. Take a local bus to Madarao Kogen Hotel (at own cost).

Day 2BLD
Walking time: 6 hours
Distance: 8.5km
Highest point: 1,382m
Lowest point: 910m above sea level
Day 3BLD
Walking time: 6 hours
Distance: 10.7km
Highest point: 1,022m
Lowest point: 563m above sea level
Day 4BLD
Walking time: 7 hours
Distance: 12.7km
Highest point: 938m
Lowest point: 563m above sea level
Day 5BLD
Walking time: 6 hours
Distance: 8.2km
Highest point: 1,288m
Lowest point: 830m above sea level
Day 6BLD
Walking time: 6 hours Distance: 12.4km Highest point: 1,140m Lowest point: 970m above sea level
Day 7BL–
Walking time: 6 hours Distance: 12.7km Highest point: 1,151m Lowest point: 1015m above sea level
Day 8B––
B : Breakfast L : Lunch D : Dinner
A Walk in Kosuge Village
Kosuge village, previously one of northern Nagano’s three sacred places for mountain ascetics, still retains its historical atmosphere.
*All prices are subject to availability.
*Train/bus fares and walking guide are not included.
*The weather in July and August can be very hot.
*Minshuku is subject to change
Day 1––D

Day 2BLD
Walking time : 3.5 hours
Distance : 3 km
Highest point: 840 m
Lowest point: 500 m above sea level
Difference in elevation : 340 m
Day 3B––
B : Breakfast L : Lunch D : Dinner
Before and/or after the walking
Cycling(Spring-Autumn)

Kamakura Snow Hut Village(end of Jan-end of Feb)

Snow Monkey Tour(Dec-Mar)

REMARKS
Please read the general booking conditions carefully as they incorporate the basis upon which bookings are accepted by JTB New Zealand Ltd. (“JTB”)