NISEKO GROUP TRIPS
A 1-week trip to get the best of Niseko!
Whether you’re a solo traveler looking to join others for an incredible experience, a couple, or you already have a group and want to skip the hassle of organizing, this trip is for you.
This is a fully guided experience on and off the mountain to maximize your time in Niseko. Just show up at the airport (CTS), and let us take it from there.
Niseko is incredible, but it’s no longer a secret. Local knowledge will completely change your experience. We live here. Find the deepest and lightest snow every day with us, along with the best restaurants, hot springs, sights, nightlife, people, and more. There’s no substitute for experience, so let’s make sure you’re at the right place at the right time and getting the most out of your trip to Niseko.
Bring a group of 4 or more and enjoy a discounted private tour on your preferred week (see pricing)
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Tour Overview
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Stay: Always Niseko
Ski Days: 6 full days on the mountain
Style: Flexible itinerary to chase the best snow each day with our local guides
Schedule: Sunday to Sunday
2027 Tour Dates
January 3–10 – Seats Available
January 10–17 – Seats Available
January 17–24 – Seats Available
January 24–31 – Seats Available
January 31 - February 7 – Seats Available
February 7-14 – SOLD OUT!
February 14–21 – Seats Available
February 21–28 – Seats Available
February 28 - March 7 – Seats Available
*Custom dates available for groups of 4 or more.
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Pricing
714,000 JPY per person (~ USD 4,500)
*Prices are in JPY. USD is an estimate and will vary.
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Group Discounts
Bring 4–5 people: save 30,000 JPY per person (~USD 200)
Bring 6–10 people: save 45,000 JPY per person (~USD 300)
Make it a private tour for just your group if you bring 4 or more people!
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Pricing is based on twin-share rooms at Always Niseko (Separate twin beds or 1 king bed available).
Private rooms are available upon request and bring the price to 889,000 JPY per person (approx. USD 5,600). Custom accommodation options are also available pending availability, and the tour cost will be adjusted accordingly.
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*Please read the FAQ’s at the bottom of the page*
A minimum of 3 confirmed guests are required for each week for the trip to run. For those with flexible dates, we will combine guests to get more trips guaranteed to run.
This tour is for advanced powder skiers and snowboarders. You don’t need to be a pro, but you need to be able to get through all types of terrain in deep snow (trees, open bowls, etc.)
If you are too slow or inexperienced in powder, you will hold the group back. If you are an intermediate or beginner in powder, if you bring 4 or more people, we can run a private tour for your group.
NISEKO GROUP TRIPS include:
7 nights at Always Niseko
Private mountain guiding each day (max 5 guests per guide)
All lift tickets included
All transportation
Arrival & departure airport transfers
Backcountry safety gear: beacon, shovel, probe, backpack (recommended to bring your own if you have it)
Concierge and restaurant booking assistance
Daily breakfast at the hotel
Real local knowledge – we live here!
Additional Add-on Options:
Cat skiing
Heli skiing
Early ski lift access
Professional photography/videography
Not Included: Flights to/from New Chitose Airport (CTS), Lunches and dinners, Rental equipment, Travel or accident insurance (we recommend World Nomads), Onsen fees, and any other personal expenses.
NISEKO GROUP TRIPS FAQ’S
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Day 1 – Arrival
Arrive at CTS and meet our airport shuttle at 1:00 PM
Drive to Niseko (approx. 2.5 hrs)
Set up rental gear, tour briefing, dinner
Days 2–7 – Ski & Explore
Daily destination chosen based on snow and weather (Niseko, Rusutsu, backcountry zones, etc.)
Full ski day with flexible lunch and après options
Onsen, relaxation, dinner, and optional nightlife in Hirafu Village
Day 8 – Departure
Breakfast at hotel and 9:00 AM departure shuttle
Fly out of CTS after 1:00 PM
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These tours are for experienced powder skiers and snowboarders.
Each day we chase the best snow—whether that’s lift-accessed backcountry or resort powder laps. You should be confident riding open bowls, trees, and powder snow. If you are too slow or inexperienced in powder, you will hold the group back and create a difficult experience for other guests.If you’re new to powder or intermediate level, we can create a private tour for you if you bring a minimum 4 guests.
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Accommodation – Always Niseko
Twin-share rooms with separate beds or 1 king bed (on request)
Private rooms are available upon request and bring the cost to 889,000 JPY per person (approx. USD 5,600).
Excellent daily breakfast for an easy start to your powder days
Comfortable and modern, perfect for skiers and snowboarders
Upgraded accommodation options are also available pending availability, and the tour cost will be adjusted accordingly. Inquire for details.
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Bring your passes with you! If you have an Ikon Pass or Epic Pass, we will refund you the cost of the lift ticket for each day we spend at the resort where it is valid (Niseko United and Rusutsu Resort, respectively).
We like to go where the snow is best each day, so we can’t guarantee how many days we will spend at each resort in advance. -
A minimum of 3 guests are required for each week for the trip to run.
If 3 or more guests have booked → the tour is confirmed and full payment is required.
If under 3 guests have booked → 50% deposit is required to save a seat, and will be refunded if the tour doesn’t run.
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All guests are required to have an avalanche safety kit (backpack, shovel, transceiver, probe) if going outside of the resort-managed areas. This includes outside of the Niseko resort’s gate system. If you do not have your own gear please let us know and we will help arrange it. This is included in your tour.
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Of course! Both are welcome.
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New Chitose Airport (CTS). We will pick you up from the airport and drop you off at the end of your trip. Airport transfers take approximately 2.5 to 3 hours one way.
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Guides and guests naturally form a wonderful bond in the mountains. The fun can continue into the evenings at dinner if preferred by the guests. Guides can make sure you order the best food and talk about plans for the next day on the mountain.
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Kazan Japan Travel is a registered Travel Agent with the government of Japan. In order to make these amazing trips a reality, we must follow the cancellation policy set by Japanese Travel Law. We also must pre-pay for accommodation, guides, food, reservations, lift tickets, and more. Please do your best to confirm you will be able to join before booking. Please inquire with any questions.
Japan Standard Time (JST) is applied to all bookings and cancellations.
Canceling the tour 21 days or more prior to the start date - The accommodation cancelation fee on that date and our planning fee (10% of the total package tour fee).
Canceling the tour 20 to 8 days prior to the start date - 20% of the tour price cancellation fee or the accommodation cancelation fee on that date, whichever is greater.
Canceling the tour 7 to 2 days prior to the start date - 30% of the tour price cancellation fee or the accommodation cancelation fee on that date, whichever is greater.
Canceling the tour on the day before the start date - 40% of the tour price cancellation fee or the accommodation cancelation fee on that date, whichever is greater.
Canceling the tour on the start date but before the service has begun - 50% of the tour price cancellation fee or the accommodation cancelation fee on that date, whichever is greater.
Canceling the tour on the start date after the service has begun or the traveler does not participate in the tour without notice - 100% of the tour price cancellation fee.
We recommend travel insurance with trip cancellation insurance from Travelguard or another reputable company.
Please see our terms and conditions for more information.
Simply the smartest decision that we made was to hire Evan and the Kazan team! We would have been lost without them. Not only on the hill, but also where to eat and what to experience while we were in Japan.
- Brian Bennett