Japan 2027 – Ski, Culture & Adventure
March 4–17, 2027 | Tokyo, Hakuba & Kyoto, Japan
Important: Flights are not included in this package. Participants should arrange their own international air travel, arriving into Tokyo on March 4 and returning from the Osaka/Kyoto area on March 17. The itinerary includes airport transfers, bullet train, and coach transport as described in the package details. Your trip leader will give you airport & transfer details ASAP.
Join Boca Ski Club for a memorable Japan adventure combining the energy and culture of Tokyo, skiing and winter touring in Hakuba Valley, and the historic beauty of Kyoto. This trip is designed for both skiers and non-skiers, with sightseeing, local guides, organized tours, and time to explore independently.
Trip LEADER
Elena Riabova (eriabova@gmail.com)
Trip Dates & Itinerary Overview
| Dates |
Destination |
Highlights |
Mar
4‑8 |
Tokyo |
Arrive in Tokyo, half-day Tokyo tour with lunch, free time, optional Mt. Fuji and Hakone excursion. Relax, sightsee, get over jet lag, and arrive at the slopes refreshed and ready to ski! |
Mar
8‑14 |
Ski Hakuba Valley |
Bullet train to Nagano, transfer to Hakuba, skiing at Happo-One and other Hakuba Valley resorts with our FSC dedicated shuttles, FSC events, and 5 optional non-ski tours. |
Mar
14‑17 |
Kyoto |
Bus transfer to Kyoto. Sightseeing Kyoto tour with lunch, free day in Kyoto, optional Osaka visit if there is enough interest. |
Trip Highlights
- Three distinct Japan experiences: Tokyo, Hakuba and Kyoto
- Local guides and on-the-ground support from Holidaze’s Japan office
- Bullet train experience from Tokyo to Nagano
- Skiing in Hakuba Valley, including Happo-One, host venue for alpine events during the 1998 Nagano Olympics
- Excellent trip for non-skiers, with optional cultural tours from Hakuba
- Kyoto experience with full-day sightseeing tour and lunch included
What’s Included
Accommodation
- 4 nights in Shinagawa, Tokyo at the 5-Star Grand Prince Shin Takanawa Hotel
- 6 nights in Hakuba at the 5-Star Hotel La Neige, less than 400 yards from lift.
- 3 nights in Kyoto at the 4-Star Nikko Princess Kyoto Hotel
Transfers
- Transfers between Tokyo Airports and Tokyo hotel via private coach
- Transfer between Tokyo Hotel and Tokyo Station via private coach with English-speaking assistant
- Transfer between Tokyo and Nagano via 2nd class rail on the Bullet Train. Your luggage travels separately, totally hassle free
- Transfer between Nagano and Hakuba via private coach with English speaking assistant
- Transfer between Hakuba and Kyoto Hotel via private coach with English speaking assistant
- Transportation of heavy luggage between Tokyo and Hakuba hotels via luggage truck (2 per person)
- Transfer between Kyoto Hotel and Kyoto Itami Airport or Osaka Airport via private coach with English-speaking assistant
Meals & Events
- Full hot and cold breakfast buffet in Tokyo
- Welcome Reception the evening of arrival at the Tokyu Hotel Ballroom with 1 drink per person and ski area representatives
- Full hot and cold breakfast buffet daily at Hotel La Neige in Hakuba
- 1-hour hospitality desk set up at hotel
- FSC party located at the Tokyu Hotel Ballroom, including 2 drink tickets per person, entertainment and dancing
- Full hot and cold buffet breakfast daily in Kyoto
- Full-day city tour of Kyoto including lunch and all necessary admissions
- All local onsens in Hakuba are included
Lift tickets are not included in the base package. Estimated lift ticket pricing is shown below.
Pricing Per Person
| Package |
Price |
Tokyo + Hakuba + Kyoto package
4 nights Tokyo and 6 nights Hakuba and 3 nights Kyoto , double occupancy |
$TBD but expected to range from $5000-$7500
(double vs single occupancy) |
Lift tickets, optional tours, airfare and personal expenses are not included unless specifically listed. Final pricing subject to adjustment, including for exchange rates.
Payment Schedule
- $1000 deposit due at registration to hold your spot. Confirm or cancel for a refund when pricing is known.
- $1000 due TBD
- Final balance due TBD
Tokyo
The trip begins in Tokyo, with time to acclimate before heading to the mountains. The planned hotel is Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa, a 5-star hotel located in the Takanawa area with spacious rooms, balconies, restaurants and a Japanese garden.
The hotel is near Shinagawa Station, one of Tokyo’s major transportation hubs, with convenient access to rail lines, the Shinkansen network and Haneda Airport. The itinerary includes a half-day Tokyo tour with lunch, plus free time to explore independently.
Sample Tokyo sightseeing ideas
- Asakusa, Sensō-ji Temple and Nakamise-dori Street
- Traditional sumo show and hot pot lunch
- Meiji Jingu Shrine, Shibuya Sky and Shibuya Crossing
- Tsukiji Fish Market, Ginza, Shinjuku and Omoide Yokocho
- Optional Mt. Fuji and Hakone tour, weather permitting
Hakuba Valley
From Tokyo, the group will travel by bullet train to Nagano, followed by a bus transfer to Hakuba hotel. Hakuba is one of Japan’s premier ski regions and includes multiple resorts connected by shuttle buses. The Florida Ski Council is based at Happo-One, the site of the men’s and women’s downhill, Super-G and alpine combined events during the 1998 Nagano Olympics.
Hakuba also offers a strong non-skier experience, with local villages, restaurants, shops, public onsens and organized cultural day tours.
Planned Lodging
| Location |
Hotel |
Description |
| Tokyo |
Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa |
5-star hotel in Takanawa with spacious rooms, balconies, restaurants and a Japanese garden. Convenient to Shinagawa Station. Breakfasts included. |
| Hakuba |
La Neige Hotel |
A luxurious 5-star French-inspired boutique hotel nestled in the serene Wadano Forest, less than 5 minutes walk from the base of Hakuba’s legendary ski slopes. Free shuttle also available. Breakfasts included. |
| Kyoto |
Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto |
4-star hotel located near the train station and close to restaurants. Breakfasts are included. |
Hotel details are based on the current trip planning document and may be updated as final room blocks are confirmed.
Optional Tours for Non-Skiers
Hakuba is also a strong destination for non-skiers. The following optional tours are expected to be offered from Hakuba at approximately $153 per person per tour.
| Date |
Tour |
Description |
| Mar 9 |
Matsumoto Castle |
Full-day tour to Matsumoto, including the famous castle and lunch at a local miso factory. |
| Mar 10 or Mar 13 |
Snow Monkey Park |
Visit Jigokudani Wild Snow Monkey Park, lunch at a sake brewery, Nagano City and Zenkoji Temple. |
| Mar 12 |
Sake Brewery & Suwa Grand Shrine |
Visit 2 or 3 sake breweries for sampling, including lunch at one, followed by Suwa Grand Shrine. |
| Mar 13 |
Jigokudani Wild Snow Monkey Park & Zenkoji Temple |
Visit Jigokudani Wild Snow Monkey Park and historic Zenkoji Temple, including lunch. |
| Mar 13 |
Togakushi Shrine, Bamboo Craft Market & Lake Nojiri |
Visit the historic Togakushi Shrine area, browse the Bamboo Craft Market, and enjoy lunch at Lake Nojiri. Price pending. |
Kyoto
After Hakuba, the group will transfer by bus to Kyoto with rest stops and an included lunch. Kyoto includes a full-day sightseeing tour with lunch and a free day for independent exploration.
If there is enough interest, an optional Osaka visit may be offered. Osaka is approximately 30 minutes from Kyoto and is well known for its food scene.
Lift Tickets
Lift tickets are not included in the base package. Current planning estimate is approximately $313 for a 5-day lift ticket, based on this year’s pricing and exchange rate. Hakuba is a partner resort on the Epic Pass, providing 5 consecutive days across 10 resorts on the Epic Full Pass and Epic Local Pass.
| Lift Ticket Option |
Estimated Price |
| Hakuba Valley 5-day lift ticket |
Approx. $313 |
Final lift ticket pricing will be confirmed closer to registration and may vary with exchange rates.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for this trip. Additional insurance information will be provided as it becomes available.
Why Japan?
This is more than a ski trip. Japan offers a rare combination of world-class winter terrain, deep cultural experiences, historic cities, local food, hot springs, bullet trains and memorable sightseeing. With time in Tokyo before skiing and Kyoto after Hakuba, this trip is ideal for skiers, non-skiers and anyone looking for a true ski-and-culture adventure.