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Nagano Apple Blossom and Hand Thinning Seasonal Experience

Nagano, Japanby LOCAL GUIDE JAPAN

  • 6 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Luxury Orchard Experience in Azumino Travel via luxury van with Wi-Fi to the stunning Azumino plain. Immerse yourself in the fleeting beauty of apple blossoms and spring hand-thinning through this exclusive, hands-on activity. Expert Instruction & Personalized Care Receive an intimate orientation from the farm owner, followed by dedicated hands-on support from your private guide throughout the orchard work. This ensures both professional insight and seamless, personalized attention. Private Pop-up Lounge & Sweets Relax in a private outdoor setup, thoughtfully prepared for you among the trees. Savor freshly pressed juice and seasonal apple sweets while soaking in the tranquil farm atmosphere. Flexible 4 or 6-Hour Private Journey Includes door-to-door transport from Hakuba, Nagano, or Matsumoto. Choose a 4-hour session or a 6-hour tour, which includes a flexible lunch break arranged either before or after the activity.

What's included

  • Luxury van transportation: Travel in a high-end, spacious van with free Wi-Fi and premium comfort
  • Activity equipment: Provision of gloves, towels, and specialized scissors for thinning
  • Consumption Tax: All local taxes are included in the tour price
  • Apple juice and artisanal sweets: Includes fresh apple juice tasting and local apple-based treats (e.g., apple pie or cake)
  • Lunch expenses: For the 6-hour tour, a lunch break is included in the itinerary. Please note that the cost of meals for both guests and the guide is not included.

Itinerary

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    Azumino

    2 hours

    Location: Nakamura Natural Farm - Immerse yourself in the seasonal beauty of apple orchards in Azumino, Nagano - Learn the art of Apple blossom & Spring Hand-Thinning from a local master farmer - Savor freshly pressed apple juice and artisanal apple sweets in the orchard - Relax in a high-end luxury van with free Wi-Fi and door-to-door service - Engage with local culture and heritage through this unique, hands-on agricultural craft

Meeting and pickup

- Pickup Locations: Direct door-to-door service from your specified location (hotel or meeting spot) in Hakuba, Nagano City, Azumino, or Matsumoto. - Vehicle Features: Private luxury transport equipped with complimentary in-car Wi-Fi. - Arrival Time: Please be ready at the designated pickup point at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled departure. - Tour Commencement: Your tour starts immediately upon meeting your guide at the designated pickup location. - Drop-off: Returns to the original pickup location or an alternative point agreed upon in advance.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour duration includes all time from guide pickup to final drop-off at your accommodation or designated location.
  • Plan Upgrade: If you wish to extend your 4-hour tour to 6 hours during the trip, the price difference will apply.
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  • For extensions beyond 6 hours, an additional hourly surcharge based on our standard 8-hour tour rate will be applied.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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