Art and Satoyama-Luxury Tour
Satoyama welcomes you! Arrive at Echigo-Yuzawa station where you will meet your guide who will navigate you through the local culture and people who live there. First, you'll enjoy plenty of locally farmed and seasonal Satoyama cuisine, some ingredients that can only be enjoyed in Satoyama. After lunch, you will step into Echigo-Tsumari, home to the world's largest art festival. And finally, finish the day at our selected accommodation in Tokamachi.
DAY 2)
Exploring the Art Festival with a private guide:
Take a private art tour with a local guide who has built up the art festival as a pioneer member of regional art festivals, held all over Japan in recent years. The tour is curated from approximately 300 artworks to provide an original art experience. Transportation will be by a private car.
DAY 3)
Experience Satoyama‘s luxurious life with local people:
Spend another day in Echigo-Tsumari and you will feel your senses come to life in Satoyama. “Satoyama Luxury” is something you can encounter with each season. You can enjoy the simple leisurely flow of time whilst nestled amongst the spectacular view of the terraced rice paddies. Or be a little more active and go trekking through the villages. You can also try your hand at making traditional local sandals or participate in a home cooking class given by a local moms. We hope this experience in Echigo-Tsumari with help you feel relaxed and regenerated.
*The price shown is calculated based on the two people traveling.
*The price includes accommodation with breakfast, guides, and private car service.
*Our tour are customizable, so all itineraries and price quotes are uniquely tailored to our guests.
*The only exact price will be the one you receive in your personalized quotation.
*This tour will not be held during the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale.
*Itineraries are subject to change or cancellation especially in winter due to natural disasters or road conditions.
*Tour sales and operations may be cancelled due to the spread of coronavirus infection.
*We ask for your cooperation in taking local measures against coronavirus infection.
Summary
| Dates | The tour is offered all year round, but some dates may not be available depending on the time of year. Please also note that tours are not available during the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale. |
|---|---|
| Admission | From ￥200,000/ Per person 2days/ 1night |
| Deadline | Three months in advance |
| Origin / Destination | Departure from Echigo-Yuzawa Station |
| Transportation | By private car |
| Capacity | 1-4 people |
| Note |
[Host] wondertrunk & co. [Inquiries about this tour] echigotsumaritour@wondertrunk.co |
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