Alpine Ryuo Ski Tour: 1-Night or 2-Night Stay from Ikebukuro

Enjoy a fun 1-night or 2-night trip to Ryuo Ski Resort, with everything planned for you! The tour includes a round-trip bus from Ikebukuro that takes you straight to the Alpine Ryuo Hotel—no extra travel is needed. The hotel is right next to the slopes, so you can ski or snowboard anytime on 17 different courses, perfect for beginners and experts. Families can check out Kids Paradise, where activities like snow tubing and snowmobiles are great for all ages.

At Alpine Ryuo Hotel, you’ll stay in cozy Japanese-Western style rooms with your own bath and toilet. Three meals are included so you can relax and focus on having fun. You’ll also get 2,000 yen in rental coupons to make gear rental easy and affordable. For a special treat, take the cable car to Sora Terrace and enjoy amazing views of the snowy mountains. It’s the perfect mix of skiing, relaxing, and soaking in the beauty of nature!

1-Night, 2-Day Stay (3 Meals Included)

Perfect for a quick getaway, this package includes comfortable accommodation, three meals, and unlimited access to the ski slopes (excluding night skiing).

Meals (3 included):

• Day 1: Dinner buffet

• Day 2: Breakfast buffet and lunch (meal voucher, up to 1,000 yen)

Inclusions:

• Round-trip bus fare

• Unlimited lift access (excluding night skiing)

• Three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

• 1,000-yen meal voucher for lunch

• 1,000-yen gear rental discount voucher

• 1,000-yen clothing rental discount voucher

2-Night, 3-Day Stay (6 Meals Included)

For a longer and more relaxing ski adventure, this package includes a 2-night stay, six meals, and full access to the slopes.

Meals (6 included):

• Day 1: Dinner buffet

• Day 2: Breakfast buffet, lunch (meal voucher, up to 1,000 yen), and dinner buffet

• Day 3: Breakfast buffet and lunch (meal voucher, up to 1,000 yen)

Inclusions:

• Round-trip bus fare

• Unlimited lift access (excluding night skiing)

• Six meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

• 1,000-yen meal voucher for each lunch

• 1,000-yen gear rental discount voucher

• 1,000-yen clothing rental discount voucher

Good to Know

• Kids under 15 need to be with a guardian aged 18 or older. They can’t travel alone.

• Kids under 6 can’t join the tour activities.

• Rental clothing is available, but things like gloves, goggles, hats, and socks aren’t included, so bring your own.

• If you want to change your return drop-off to Shinjuku, let the bus driver know when you board.

• You can get discounted rental gear at the hotel’s rental shop.

• Pick up your lift tickets at the Ryuo Bus Terminal. Details for getting your coupon will be shared at the bus meeting point.

• Accessories like gloves and goggles can be bought at the shop, but stock is limited, so it’s best to bring them with you.

Tour Itinerary

Meeting Point

The tour starts at the Big Holiday Tour Reception Counter on the 1st floor of Sunshine City Cultural Hall near Ikebukuro Station’s east exit. Staff in bright yellow vests will be there to guide you. Please arrive by 7:00 AM as the bus leaves promptly at 7:15 AM.

Time: 7:00 AM

1F Sunshine Cultural Hall, 3-1-4 Higashi-Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo 170-8630

Travel to Ryuo Ski Resort

Sit back and relax as the bus takes you from Tokyo to the beautiful Ryuo Ski Resort. The ride takes about four and a half hours, with an expected arrival at the Ryuo Bus Terminal around 11:40 AM.

Check-In and Lift Ticket Collection

When you arrive, you’ll pick up your lift tickets at the Ryuo Bus Terminal. From there, it’s just a short 5-minute walk to the Alpine Ryuo Hotel. After checking in, you can settle into your room and get ready for a day of fun on the slopes.

Enjoy the Slopes and Hotel Amenities

The slopes are right next to the hotel, so you can head straight out to ski or snowboard. Your lift access is unlimited, and with 17 courses to explore, there’s plenty to enjoy for all skill levels. The hotel provides rental and changing facilities for your convenience, and your stay includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner, so you’ll be well-fed and ready for adventure.

Return to Tokyo

At the end of your trip, the bus departs from the Ryuo Bus Terminal at 5:00 PM. You’ll arrive back at Ikebukuro around 9:00 PM, or you can choose to get off at Shinjuku at around 9:30 PM.

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