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Zao Snow Monsters Night Cruiser Tour from Sendai with Hotel

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Zao Snow Monsters Night Cruiser Tour from Sendai with Hotel

About this activity

Experience the ultimate winter journey combining nature, flavor, and culture! Enjoy guaranteed seats on the famous Zao Night Cruiser to explore the mystical 'Snow Monsters' lit up in the dark. Savor freshly picked, sweet strawberries at the peak of their harvest season, and immerse yourself in authentic Japanese culture at the sacred Kanahebi Sui Shrine. For dinner, enjoy complete freedom at Michi-no-Eki Yamagata Zao, where you can choose and sample your favorite authentic Tohoku regional specialties.

What's included

  • ✓Accompanying Staff: Japanese (Basic English support)
  • ✓Admission fee
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Twin Room for 2 (Breakfast Included): Pacific Hotel Shiroishi

Not included

  • ✕Dinner

Meeting and pickup

  • Meet at Sendai Station East Exit Sightseeing Bus Stop. Directions: Go through the 2nd-floor East-West Promenade toward the East Exit. Follow the signs on the pedestrian deck and take the escalator down to the 1st floor (ground level). Look for our guide holding a blue 'HIS' board.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Age Limit & Booking Requirement: Children must be at least 5 years old to participate. At least one adult is required per child.
  • Joining / Leaving Mid-Tour: Joining the tour midway or leaving before the tour ends is not permitted.
  • Luggage Policy: For overnight plan guests: Please inform us of your suitcase count after booking so we can arrange luggage storage for you.
  • Staff & Language: Accompanying staff will provide guidance in Japanese or simple English.
  • Tour Duration: The Night Cruiser tour (including the ropeway ride) takes approximately 75 minutes in total.
  • Important Information regarding the Zao Snow Monster Tour
  • Weather & Ice Monster Conditions: Snow Monsters are a natural phenomenon. In the event of insufficient snow, damaged ice formations, or severe weather, the tour may be canceled on the day of departure. If canceled, a full refund will be provided. Please note that rescheduling to another date is not available. Your hotel accommodation remains fully available for your stay, and a partial refund (excluding the room rate) will be issued.
  • Clothing & Footwear: Please wear warm, layerable clothing and non-slip footwear (snow boots are highly recommended for the Zao Ropeway area).
  • Meals & Snacks: Meals are not included. We recommend bringing your own snacks, especially for late-night travel. Please note that you must take all your trash back with you, as no garbage disposal service is provided.
  • Itinerary & Delays: Depending on traffic and road conditions, the time spent at each stop (Shrine, Strawberry Picking, Roadside Station, etc.) may be shortened. Partial refunds will not be issued in such cases.
  • ID Verification & Ticket Resale: To prevent ticket resale, identity verification (ID check) will be conducted for the lead booker. Please bring a valid photo ID (passport, etc.). Please be careful not to lose your ID during the tour.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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