All-mountain hosted experience in Yuzawa

Yuzawa , Japan 5D4N Improver-friendly
Yuzawa , Japan
5D4N Improver-friendly

Highlights

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What you'll achieve

Techniques & skills you'll unlock

Navigating Basic Tree Runs

Develop the skills needed to safely ride through glades and tree-lined terrain. Learn line selection, speed management, terrain awareness, and how to maintain control in tighter spaces.

Build confidence on new terrains

Go beyond basic groomed runs and learn how to adapt your technique to changing terrains.

Unlock Your Playful Side

Progress from simply riding down the mountain to actively using its features — from side hits and rollers to your first terrain park features.

Looking for other learning outcomes?

Why we love this experience

Nature
85%
Relax
30%
Culture
20%
City
12%

Small Group Hosted Experience

All day-time sessions are kept intimate with a maximum host ratio of 1:5, ensuring that no one gets left behind!

3 days 3 mountains

Chase fresh terrain each day as we explore Yuzawa's most iconic ski resorts with a total of 3.5 ski days!

Level up with other riders

Designed for riders who can already ski or snowboard

All-mountain hosted experience in Yuzawa is designed for riders who can already ski or snowboard. Through a hosted programme with our experienced riders, you'll learn how to navigate new terrains and ride alongside a small and awesome crew.

Over the course of the camp, you'll experience three different ski resorts, giving you exposure to a wider variety of terrain and conditions. Whether it's your first successful park feature or first tree run, every day is designed for you to get the most out of your ride!

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What's included

foodfood

Welcome dinner and simple daily breakfast to fuel up for the day ahead!Welcome dinner and simple daily breakfast t..

equipmentequipment

All your essential ski rentals are included. (Ski / snowboard, boots, poles) Helmet is ..All your essential ski rentals are included..

transporttransport

Daily private mini van transportation to & fro the resort.Daily private mini van transportation to & ..

lodginglodging

Shared or private room in a cozy apartment / ryokan booked out by our team.Shared or private room in a cozy apartment ..

ski liftski lift

All your ski tickets are included! (3 full day of ski lift tickets + 1 night ski lift ti..All your ski tickets are included! (3 full ..

instructorinstructor

All riding sessions in the day are hosted!All riding sessions in the day are hosted!

group leader servicesgroup leader

Our Group Leaders are passionate travellers just like you. They share the experience aut..Our Group Leaders are passionate travellers..

flightflight

Flights not included. By joining you will receive our recommended routes.Flights not included. By joining you will r..

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Itinerary

Additional Information

Arrival information

Meet our host at Echigo-Yuzawa train station anytime between 3pm and 5pm.

Pick up

3pm

Echigo-Yuzawa Train Station

20 minutes

Arrive and check in

320pm

Accommodation

Departure information

Our host will send you back to Echigo-Yuzawa train station in the morning.

Depart

9am

Accommodation

20 minutes

Drop off

920am

Echigo-Yuzawa Train Station

About the weather

Really warm when in the onsen, skiing and eating ramen. Otherwise it's cold!

How does accommodation & rooming work?

By default, solo travelers are matched with same-gender roommates. If you're traveling with friends, you can choose to room together. Private rooms are sometimes available at an additional fee at checkout.

Trip confirmation & minimum participants

Most trips require a minimum of 4 and cap at 20 participants. Booking early helps the trip reach confirmation faster — and you'll enjoy our early bird discount.

Is flight included?

Flights are not included, giving you flexibility to book your own. We recommend booking after your trip is confirmed. Once you've booked, we'll send you a detailed trip pamphlet with recommended flight options and more details about your trip.

Cancellation & refund policy

Cancel before the deadline shown at checkout and receive a full refund in credits. If we cancel the trip due to insufficient participants, you'll receive a full cash refund.

Physical level

This trip is designed for travelers with a moderate level of physical fitness who are comfortable with full-day outdoor activities in cold weather conditions.

Do I need to book my own train tickets to & fro Echigo-Yuzawa Station?

Yes. To give our travellers more flexibility, the cost of the train tickets are not included in our package. More information on how to book the train tickets will be provided in our app.

What riding level should I be at to best enjoy this trip?

This experience was designed for riders who are comfortable on most groomed runs. If you are still uncomfortable on blue runs, you can sign up for the improver camp.

What if I am already amazing and don't need progression, I just want to ride with a group and have fun.

There's always something new to learn! But worry not as we will split up our all-mountain riding groups based on skill level so that you will always be around people that are at your level.

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Why choose to travel with us?

Guides & leaders you can trust

Our guides and leaders are carefully selected and trained to deliver a safe and unforgettable Sotravel adventure.

Can't do alone adventures

We put together adventures that are best experienced with a group of like-minded individuals.

Just show up and enjoy yourself

Our team has done the heavy lifting on our end so all you have to do is show up for your adventure!

Have questions?

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From SGD 1,419/ pax

Day 1

Welcome to Yuzawa!

Meet your host and fellow adventurers at Echigo-Yuzawa Station before heading into the mountains together.
Check into your accommodation, gear up, and collect your ski or snowboard equipment for the days ahead.
Break the ice with your new crew over a hearty welcome dinner.
After dinner, we'll gather for a trip briefing where you'll meet the team, learn what to expect over the next few days, and pick up some useful tips before hitting the slopes.
Then it's time for an early night — tomorrow, the mountain awaits. 🎿❄️

Accommodation: Chalet

Meals included: Dinner

Image for Welcome to Yuzawa - home to some of the best ski resorts in Japan!

Welcome to Yuzawa - home to some of the best ski resorts in Japan!

Day 2

Discover Yuzawa's Hidden Gem

Kick off your progression at one of Yuzawa's most underrated resorts. Maiko is loved by locals for its wide-open groomers, quieter slopes, and mellow terrain that lets you build confidence without the crowds. Ready for something more? Venture into its beginner-friendly tree runs and experience the thrill of weaving through the forest for the very first time.

Accommodation: Chalet

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for Maiko is a special resort with official tree run zones designed to help riders safely experience off-piste and tree skiing in a controlled environment.

Maiko is a special resort with official tree run zones designed to help riders safely experience off-piste and tree skiing in a controlled environment.

Day 3

Longer Runs & Japan's Largest Night Ski Area

Today it's time to level up. Ishiuchi Maruyama offers some of Yuzawa's longest and most exciting runs, plus a beginner-friendly terrain park where you can try your first boxes, jumps, or side hits. As night falls, the mountain transforms into Japan's largest floodlit ski area, with kilometres of illuminated slopes that let you keep riding long after the sun goes down. It's an unforgettable experience that every skier and snowboarder should try at least once.

Accommodation: Chalet

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for Side hits for breakfast

Side hits for breakfast

Image for Build confidence on small jumps, terrain features, and beginner-friendly park elements.

Build confidence on small jumps, terrain features, and beginner-friendly park elements.

Day 4

The Ultimate All-Mountain Day

Today we head to Kagura Ski Resort, famous for its expansive terrain, incredible snowfall, and legendary freeride opportunities.
Save the best for last. Sitting at one of the highest elevations in the region, Kagura is famous for its incredible snow quality, long alpine descents, and expansive terrain. This is where you'll put everything you've learned over the past two days into action. Whether you're carving confidently down wide runs or chasing fresh powder, there's no better place to celebrate how far you've progressed.Throughout the day, you'll apply everything you've learned!
With the guidance of your hosts, you'll tackle runs that would have felt intimidating just a few days earlier and discover what it truly means to ride the whole mountain.
In the evening, we'll celebrate the journey together over one final dinner, sharing stories from an unforgettable few days of progression, adventure, and fresh tracks. 🏔🎿

Accommodation: Chalet

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for With its expansive terrain, abundant snowfall, and varied mountain features, Kagura is the perfect place to put your all-mountain skills to the test.

With its expansive terrain, abundant snowfall, and varied mountain features, Kagura is the perfect place to put your all-mountain skills to the test.

Day 5

The fun doesn't have to end here!

Our Progression Camps were intentionally designed to be stackable. Based on our experience, after 3.5 days on snow, we highly recommend taking a rest day to recover, recharge, and avoid over-fatigue.
Use this rest day to explore Echigo-Yuzawa, relax in an onsen, enjoy the local food scene, and give your body the recovery it deserves before continuing your progression journey.
You can use the code SNOWSTACK to enjoy 10% off your second ski trip
For everyone else, we will say our goodbyes and drop you off at Echigo-Yuzawa train station!

Accommodation: None

Meals included: Breakfast

Image for For those extending their stay, unwind in one of the many soothing onsens scattered throughout this charming mountain town.

For those extending their stay, unwind in one of the many soothing onsens scattered throughout this charming mountain town.

Please note

The itinerary is subject to change in order to provide an adventure that best suits your needs, weather and operating conditions. For safety reasons, we reserve the right to interrupt your participation at any time if your medical condition is deemed unfit or you are deemed a danger to yourself or those around you.

What's included

food

Welcome dinner and simple daily breakfast to fuel up for the day ahead!

equipment

All your essential ski rentals are included. (Ski / snowboard, boots, poles) Helmet is not included but can be rented. Note that goggles, jacket and pants are not included. We recommend purchasing or renting these items. More detailed recommendations are provided in our app after you have booked the trip.

transport

Daily private mini van transportation to & fro the resort.

lodging

Shared or private room in a cozy apartment / ryokan booked out by our team.

ski lift

All your ski tickets are included! (3 full day of ski lift tickets + 1 night ski lift ticket)

instructor

All riding sessions in the day are hosted!

group leader services

Our Group Leaders are passionate travellers just like you. They share the experience authentically, keep the trip running smoothly, and help you make the most of every moment.

flight

Flights not included. By joining you will receive our recommended routes.

Insurance

Please make sure your travel insurance covers this activity.

miscellaneous

Depending on the activity and location, locals may sometimes ask you to pay fees such as tourist taxes or park fees.

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