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Japan - March 4-17, 2027

INCLUDES PRE-TRIP TO KYOTO

Japan Adventure – March 4-17, 2027

EVENT DATE: Mar 4, 2027 - Mar 17, 2027

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Kyoto • Hakuba • Tokyo

Ahhhhh, Japan! Land of the Rising Sun. Sumo Wrestlers, Geisha Girls, Saki, Sushi, Wagu Beef….. A land of ancient traditions and futuristic products. A bucket list item if there ever was one. Join Miami Ski Club on an unforgettable journey to Japan, where world-class skiing, Olympic heritage, and timeless culture come together. This carefully curated small-group adventure blends legendary powder skiing in Hakuba with iconic cities, historic temples, and exceptional hospitality.

From the energy of Tokyo to the alpine slopes of Hakuba and the cultural heart of Kyoto, this trip offers a balanced mix of skiing, sightseeing, and immersive cultural experiences. Known for its light, consistent snowfall, Hakuba delivers some of the best powder skiing in the world, while non-skiers will enjoy guided tours, local cuisine, and historic landmarks.

A Small Group Adventure

Travel with fellow ski enthusiasts and club members while enjoying personalized service, seamless transportation, and thoughtfully selected accommodations. This itinerary is designed for both skiers and non-skiers, making it an ideal trip for couples, friends, and mixed-interest travelers.

Discover Japan’s Legendary Powder

Hakuba Valley, located in Nagano, Japan, is a premier skiing destination featuring 10 distinct mountain resorts accessible with just one lift pass to over 135 runs and 36 feet (yes, you read that right) of snow annually. Famous for hosting the 1998 Winter Olympics, it offers diverse terrain for all levels: from steep, deep powder at Cortina to wide, groomed runs at Happo-One and family-friendly slopes at Tsugaike.

Known for its abundant, light powder, there are dramatic, stunning views of the 3,000-meter Northern Alps. Rounding out the experience, there are numerous restaurants, cozy bars, and izakayas as well as fascinating cultural experiences with day-trip locations like the famous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park. The convenient Hakuba Valley shuttle bus service makes it easy to get around to the mountain resorts and local restaurants.

Miami Ski Club’s Kyoto Pre-Trip

March 4-7, 2027 | 4 Days

Before heading to the peaks of Hakuba, immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Kyoto. This three-day cultural prelude allows you to explore snow-dusted temples and serene bamboo groves, offering a tranquil contrast to the high-energy slopes ahead. The 1-1/2 hour flight north is a visual highlight, as the historic Tokyo cityscape transforms into a dramatic panorama of the Japanese Alps, building anticipation for the world-class skiing that awaits.

Kyoto Highlights:

Kinkaku-ji: The iconic Golden Pavilion reflected in its frozen pond.
Arashiyama: A walk through the towering, ethereal Bamboo Forest.
Kiyomizu-dera: Historic wooden heights overlooking the city.
Fushimi Inari: The winding path of thousands of vermilion gates.

Miami Ski Club & Florida Ski Council Japan Adventure

March 8-17, 2027 | 10 Days
(March 9-13 Ski Days)

MSC/FSC Trip Highlights

• Legendary powder skiing in Hakuba, home of the 1998 Winter Olympics
• Guided city and cultural tours in Tokyo and Kyoto
• Private motor coach transportation between destinations
• Comfortable 4-star accommodations at each destination
• Daily breakfast included
• Florida Ski Council events and social gatherings
• Multiple day tours available for non-skiers

Lift Tickets (2026 pricing, USD price based on 4/6/2026 Yen to USD conversion rate)

NOTE: In 2027, Hakuba accepts the EPIC Pass and the EPIC Local Pass.

 

Tickets Adult Remarks
2 day ticket $131 Valid for 2 days of skiing over a 4 day period
3 day ticket $195 Valid for 3 days of skiing over a 6 day period
4 day ticket $260 Valid for 4 days of skiing over a 8 day period
5 day ticket $322 Valid for 5 days of skiing over a 10 day period

Ski Rentals (2026 pricing, USD price based on 5/13/2026 Yen to USD conversion rate):

  1 2 3 4 5
Skis & Poles or Snowboard + Boots $63 $111 $152 $193 $234
Skis & Poles or Snowboard $54 $95 $138 $177 $219

Ski rentals will be arranged through Rhythm Sports and prices listed are estimates only. Rates will be set at the end of 2026, closer to travel date. Final price is subject to any changes in governmental tax rates, airline fuel surcharges or guest service taxes imposed by suppliers. Any such additional charges will be added to the final price. 

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellation must be made in writing and will incur the following penalties:

November 3, 2026, or before $150 cancellation fee per person
November 4 – December 3, 2026 $650 cancellation fee* per person
December 4, 2026 – January 2, 2027 $1,750 cancellation fee* per person
January 2 – January 14, 2027 $2,200 cancellation fee* per person
After January 14, 2027 No refund

It is the participant’s responsibility to read and comply with a trip’s cancellation policy.  Otherwise, the undersigned participant has read, understood, and acknowledged that he or she is fully responsible for any risk, injury, death, limitation, cancellation, or other loss for any restrictions imposed by local, state, national, or international governments or guidelines of the CDC or similar agency due to COVID-19 at any participating events or trips held by or associated with the Miami Ski Club.  It is strongly recommended that a participant purchase travel insurance.

*Plus, you may be responsible for unexpected penalties from suppliers which will be added to the cancellation fee.

DOWNLOADABLE TRIP FORMS

Japan Ski Trip Flyer, 2 sided. Click here to download
Japan Ski Trip Payment Schedule and Cancellation Policy. Click here to download
Downloadable Trip Application form. Click here to download

 

Contact Trip Leader: Dan Baeza
954-260-8225

or

Asst. Trip Leader: Linda Mitchell
561-301-7209

japan@miamiskiclub.com

ACCOMMODATIONS PACKAGE

TRIP PRICING DOES NOT INCLUDE AIRFARE

$5,070 per person
$6,397 Single Supplement

TRIP ITINERARY BY DAY:

Day Date Activity
0 3-Mar-27 Fly to Tokyo
1 4-Mar-27 Overnight accommodations at the 4 Star Royal Park Tokyo Haneda Airport Hotel, located right at Terminal 3. (International Terminal)
2 5-Mar-27 Fly via JAL to the 4-Star Nikko Princess Kyoto Hotel and overnight accommodations
3 6-Mar-27 Overnight at the Nikko Princess Kyoto Hotel
4 7-Mar-27 Overnight at the Nikko Princess Kyoto Hotel
5 8-Mar-27 Transfer to the Hakuba Mominaki Hotel and overnight accommodations
6 9-Mar-27 Ski and overnight at the Hakuba Mominaki Hotel
7 10-Mar-27 Ski and overnight at the Hakuba Mominaki Hotel
8 11-Mar-27 Ski and overnight at the Hakuba Mominaki Hotel
9 12-Mar-27 Ski and overnight at the Hakuba Mominaki Hotel
10 13-Mar-27 Ski and overnight at the Hakuba Mominaki Hotel
11 14-Mar-27 Transfer to Overnight accommodations at the 5-Star Grand Prince Shin Takanawa Hotel in Shinagawa, Tokyo
12 15-Mar-27 Overnight at the Grand Prince Shin Takanawa Hotel
13 16-Mar-27 Overnight at the Grand Prince Shin Takanawa Hotel
14 17-Mar-27 Transfer to Haneda (Tokyo) Airport

PHYSICAL ABILITY REQUIREMENT
MSC trips require moderate to high activity levels, including extended periods of walking on uneven terrain, carrying personal gear, and independently navigating facilities. Participants must possess sufficient stamina, balance, and mobility to keep pace with the group without assistance. For the safety of all participants, each traveler must be capable of independently managing their personal mobility and day-to-day activities. Any participant requiring assistance with mobility or daily functions must be accompanied by a personal caregiver or assistant, who must also be a paid, registered trip participant. MSC reserves the right to deny participation or remove from a trip any participant whose physical condition poses a safety risk or fundamentally alters the nature of the trip.

Wait list will be applied in a first-come, first-serve.

What’s Included in MSC Pre-Trip:

  • Transfer between  Royal Park Tokyo Hotel and Kyoto via JAL airlines
  • 3 nights accommodations in Kyoto at the 4-Star Nikko Princess Kyoto Hotel
  • Meet & greet at Itami Airport in Kyoto with local English-speaking assistant
  • Transfer between Kyoto Airport and Kyoto Hotel via private coach with English speaking assistant
  • Full hot and cold buffet breakfast daily
  • Full Day city tour of Kyoto including lunch and all necessary admissions
  • Luggage truck included on each transfer, where necessary
  • All local taxes

What’s Included in FSC Hakuba:

  • Transfer between Hotel and Kyoto Station via private coach with English speaking assistant
  • Train transfer between Kyoto and Nagano via 2nd class rail on the Bullet Train
  • Transfer between Nagano Station and Hakuba via private coach with English speaking assistant
  • 6 nights accommodations at the Hakuba Mominoki Hotel
  • 3 nights accommodations at the Grand Prince Shin Takanawa Hotel in Shinagawa, Tokyo
  • Full hot and cold breakfast every day
  • Four dinners at the Hakuba Mominoki Hotel
  • Daily use of on-site Onsen in Hakuba
  • Includes all Hotel Taxes and Resort Fees
  • Round Trip Ground Transport between destination airport, Grand Prince Shin Takanawa Hotel, and the Hakuba Mominoki Hotel, including baggage handling and tips (2 bags pp)
  • FSC party at the Hakuba Tokyu Hotel
  • MSC Pre-Trip party, organized events, Group Dinner TBD night
  • MSC Post Trip party with pot-luck dinner once back from our trip

Florida Ski Council Activities:

  • Registration provided by each club.

Add-Ons:

  • Lift Tickets
  • Ski Rentals

Optional Excursions:

Tuesday, March 09
Matsumoto Castle Tour & Miso Brewery with Lunch
$153 pp
Wednesday, March 10
Jigokudani Wild Snow Monkey Park, Zenkoji Temple with lunch
$153 pp
Friday, March 12
Sake Brewery Tour and Suwa Grand Shrine with lunch
$153 pp
Saturday, March 13
Jigokudani Wild Snow Monkey Park, Zenkoji Temple with lunch
$153 pp

 

 

Please feel free to contact trip leader with any questions:

Trip Leader: Dan Baeza
954-260-8225
japan@miamiskiclub.com

Linda Mitchell, Assistant Leader
561-301-7209
japan@miamiskiclub.com

 

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