Private Ski Day from Nagano Station: Choose Your Resort

Skis, boots, a full day on the mountain, and no logistics to arrange

A private ski day tour from Nagano Station lets you pick which of Nagano's resorts to ski (Shiga Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, Hakuba or any other nearby), while the operator provides transport from the station, a full day lift pass, skis or snowboard with boots, ski wear, helmet, goggles and gloves, plus an English or Chinese-speaking guide on-site and optional lessons. The tour runs about ten hours and suits all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private customizable ski tour

• Choose preferred ski resort
• Travel from Nagano Station to resort
• Use provided ski equipment
• Enjoy skiing or snowboarding
• Optional ski lessons available
• Return to Nagano Station

The experience

You choose the resort, and everything else is arranged. Pick up happens at Nagano Station. From there, transport takes you to whichever ski area you've selected. The operator provides skis or a snowboard, boots, poles, a helmet, goggles, gloves, and top and bottom ski wear, so you arrive at the mountain ready to ski without stopping for rentals. A one-day lift pass is included, and a guide in English or Chinese stays on-site to answer questions and help with lessons if you want them.

The day is built around your level and your pace. Beginners get optional instruction. Advanced skiers pick their own runs. Nagano sits near over eighty resorts, so whether you want the steep terrain of Hakuba, the sprawling runs of Shiga Kogen, or the hot springs and skiing of Nozawa Onsen, you're choosing the mountain that matches what you want to ski that day. The ten-hour window gives you a full morning and afternoon on the slopes.

Transport runs both ways from Nagano Station, so you're not arranging a car or figuring out the local buses. Bring a valid ID and dress in layers under the provided ski wear. The guide handles the rest of the logistics on the mountain itself.

What’s included

• Transport to and from Nagano Station to your chosen ski resort.
• one-day lift pass.
• skis or snowboard with boots and poles.
• top and bottom ski wear.
• helmet, goggles, and gloves.
• on-site guide in English or Chinese.
• optional ski or snowboard lessons.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:40Last departure this season: 31 Oct

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)

Is this one for you?The full day, about ten hours, is spent on the mountain, so you're skiing from morning into afternoon. If you want a shorter outing or need to fit skiing around other plans, a half-day might suit you better.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Chinese.

Can I choose which ski resort I want to ski at, or is it fixed?

You pick the resort. The tour works at Shiga Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, Hakuba, and other resorts near Nagano Station, so you choose based on what terrain or conditions you want that day.

What's included in the ski wear, and do I need to bring anything?

Top and bottom ski wear, a helmet, goggles, and gloves are all provided. Bring warm layers to wear underneath, a valid ID, and sunscreen. Everything else for skiing is included.

Is instruction available if I've never skied before?

Yes, optional lessons are available. A guide in English or Chinese stays on-site to help with instruction or answer questions throughout the day, so beginners can get coaching if they want it.

How does transport work from Nagano Station?

The operator picks you up at Nagano Station and drives you to your chosen resort, then returns you to the station at the end of the day. Public transportation options are also available nearby if you prefer.

What's the difference between renting skis separately and booking this tour?

This tour bundles transport from Nagano Station, a full-day lift pass, skis or snowboard with boots, ski wear, helmet, goggles, gloves, and a guide, so you're not stopping at rental shops or figuring out how to get to the mountain. Everything is ready when you arrive.