Venture One of Japan's Most Scenic Gorges: River Rafting and Fruits Picking in the Tenryu Riverlands Tour

Explore the Tenryu Riverlands, located in the far south of Nagano prefecture and boasting one of Japan's most beautiful river gorges. This tour starts with a visit to a local farm where guests can pick and eat fresh seasonal fruit while enjoying the mountain scenery of the Central Alps. Afterwards, tour guests will be treated to lunch at a local restaurant called "Go-yukkuri", which offers Japanese classics such as Soba, Tonkatsu, and Tempura. Well rested and with full bellies, the afternoon will be occupied by a more thrilling activity - rafting on the Tenryu River. One of the more extreme rivers in Japan with lots of thrilling sections where you can and will be splashed, the course the tour follows covers over 10km and takes around 3 hours. With an English-speaking guide to help you along, this tour is perfect for those who want to visit a less well known area of Japan that is hard to access by train and offers activities not available in large cities.

Private Tour

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Pick-up:

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Drop-off:

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¥50,000 ~

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Highlights

• Get the chance to pick in-season fruits for yourself at a local farm along the Tenryu River
• Walk around the Tenryukyo Gorge and enjoy its stunning natural scenery
• Enjoy lunch at a popular local restaurant serving Japanese favourites including 'soba', 'tempura', 'katsudon' and more!
• Turn-up the excitement with an afternoon of rafting on the Tenryu River led by a qualified instructor and accompanied by your English-speaking guide

*Please bring a swimsuit/clothes that can get wet, and a change of clothes and towel for after rafting is finished. If possible, it is also recommended to bring sandals which can be used for water activities.

Description

Your guide will warmly greet you at your preferred pickup location, and you will board the tour bus. From there you'll head to a local farm to enjoy fruit-picking in a picturesque setting and guided by the resident farmer. Fed by the streams running-off the river, the fruit farms of Tenryu produce some of Nagano’s best apples, as well as a number of other seasonal fruits such as grapes and pears. You’ll enjoy 45 minutes of fruit-picking at a farm during which time you may pick and eat fruits at your own leisure.

Fruit not eaten at the farm can be brought home for an additional cost, and guests may also choose to purchase fancy grape varieties using their own money as well. While most people will satisfied with what is included in the price of the tour, if you are looking to purchase a number of grapes please contact us for an estimate of the additional cost.

Guests will also be guided to an area with stunning views over the Tenryu River flowing far below. Beautiful in every season, the area around the gorge is untouched and provides a vision of unspoiled natural scenery.

A favorite with locals, Goyukkuri serves a tasty menu of Japanese favorites including 'soba' (buckwheat) noodles, 'udon' (wheat) noodles, 'katsudon' (crumbed pork cutlets on rice), 'tempura' (battered and fried) vegetables and more! You'll have plenty of time to enjoy a relaxing and filling lunch before boarding the tour bus and heading to your afternoon's activity - rafting on the Tenryu River.

Arriving at the rafting center, you'll change into the gear provided to you - including waterboots, life jacket, helmet along with spray jacket and wetsuit (should you wish to wear them) - before receiving a detailed safety briefing from your instructor. Once ready, you'll be driven to the launching point and then it's onto the river!

Over the next 3 hours, you’ll make your way along the river through thrilling whitewater rapids and gentler stretches that you can rest and take in atmosphere of the riverlands while your instructor keeps you entertained setting you challenges and activities to try for yourself. Great fun for guests of all ages, your rafting instructor will steer you along the river back to the rafting center.

You will have the opportunity to swim in the river, splash other guests, and generally enjoy a good time in the outdoors. Sunscreen is recommended, as you will be under the sun for several hours - and a nasty sunburn is one gift you don't want to bring back home!

Once the adventure is complete, you will have time to change and dry off at the rafting center, ensuring you’re comfortable before the journey back. Afterward, we will drop you off at your preferred location, where your guide will warmly bid you farewell, leaving you with lasting memories of your unforgettable experience.

Who you will meet

Local Farmers of the Fruit Farm

You’ll be greeted by the local farmers, who will share their knowledge and insights about the fruits

Meetup Points

Since this is a private tour, the meeting point can be tailored to your preferences for maximum convenience. Possible pickup locations include the Nagano Area, Matsumoto area, and more. We are happy to accommodate your specific needs, ensuring a seamless and personalized start to your journey.

Notes

Included

• Transport to / from all listed destinations
• English-speaking guide
• Fees for all experiences included in the tour itinerary
• Lunch (vegetarian options are available)

Excluded

• Any additional purchases at fruit farm or any other stops
• Additional snacks, food & drinks