If you love challenging slopes but also want to savor the mountains at a more relaxed pace, NORTHSTAR’s 2-Day Backcountry Short Trip is for you. Designed for experienced backcountry riders, this tour lets you immerse yourself in snowy landscapes and travel experiences—and depending on the conditions, the nightlife might just become the highlight of your journey!
Originally created at the request of our loyal guests, this flexible adventure adapts to the best possible conditions. When the snow is right, expect everything from lift-assisted laps followed by short backcountry hikes to post-descent beers. City accommodations are in convenient business hotels. If you’re planning for a weekend, we recommend booking early and discussing your preferred dates and regions with us.
Takayama Stay
Coming from the Tokyo area? This plan allows you to extend your trip to the Shirakawa-go region. Enjoy the dry powder of the Hirayu area and the deep powder of Shirakawa-go for an indulgent Gifu experience. A pre- or post-stay in Matsumoto City is also recommended.
Sample Itinerary
< Day 1 >
08:00 Meet at Sawando parking
09:00 Arrive at Hirayu area
Hike up and ride
15:00 Early descent, sightseeing in Takayama Old Town
18:30 Dinner and drinks at a local favorite Izakaya (Japanese style tavern)
< Day 2 >
05:00 Depart Takayama
06:30 Arrive at Shirakawa-go area
Hike up and ride
13:00 Descend
15:30 Return to Sawando parking
Nagano Stay
Staying in Nagano City opens up access to Myoko, Madarao, Mt.Nabekura, and even the Hakuba area. Depending on conditions and requests, we can also arrange 3-day tours.
Sample Itinerary
< Day 1 >
08:30 Meet at Kurohime Kogen Snow Park
Hike up and ride
15:00 Descend and head to Nagano City
18:30 Explore Nagano’s hidden Izakaya
< Day 2 >
06:30 Depart Nagano
08:30 Arrive at Shiga Kogen Yokoteyama Ski Resort
Hike up and ride
15:00 Descend and tour ends
Guiding Fee
¥120,000 (2day /up to 3 people)
- Additional fee: ¥40,000/person for 2 days
Up to 5 people for a group. - includes guiding fee, insurance, and sales
Other fees:
Other fees related the tour such as lifts, lodging, transportation, etc for guides will be charged separately.
For;
Must be 18 years and older, and an experienced backcountry rider, equipped with avalanche safety gear, and know how to use them, and capable of hiking for over 3 hours per day for two consecutive days.
Come join Northstar’s 2-Day Backcountry Short Trip and indulge in snow, sake, and grown-up adventure.
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