Kamikochi & Matsumoto Castle: Matsumoto Start
Description
Approx. 8-hour tour from Matsumoto Station.
Departing from Matsumoto Station, head straight into the Northern Alps for a peaceful day in Kamikochi. Walk easy riverside paths around Kappa Bridge, Taisho Pond, and Tashiro Marsh, with time to enjoy the scenery and purchase or enjoy your own simple lunch.
After the walk, return to Matsumoto City to explore Matsumoto Castle. Castle entry is included, and the visit is self-guided. The tour ends at Matsumoto Station.
Included:
• Pickup & drop-off at Matsumoto Station
• Transportation during the tour
• Kamikochi nature walk
• Matsumoto Castle entry
• English-speaking local guide
Please note:
• Lunch is not included.
• Please bring or purchase your own lunch, snacks, and drinks before or during the Kamikochi visit.
Meeting Point:
Your guide will meet you outside the Alps Exit (West) of Matsumoto Station. Look for our light yellow van
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation refunds are calculated based on the scheduled tour start time.
The time of cancellation is determined by when the cancellation request is received by o8Experience, Japan local time.
- 14 days or more before the tour start time: 90% refund
- 8 to 13 days before the tour start time: 70% refund
- 4 to 7 days before the tour start time: 60% refund
- 1 to 3 days before the tour start time: 40% refund
- Less than 24 hours before the tour start time, late arrival, or no-show: Non-refundable
The refund percentages above already include a non-refundable 10% payment processing and administrative fee, including credit card, payment gateway, and transaction costs. No additional payment processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.
If o8Experience cancels a tour due to safety concerns, severe weather, road closures, guide or vehicle issues, or other circumstances that prevent us from operating the tour, guests will be offered either a full refund or the option to reschedule, subject to availability.

