Hokkaido Winter Discovery
Magnificent Wilderness
10 Days / 9 Nights – Sapporo / Otaru / Asahikawa / Sounkyo / Furano
From USD700 per person per day
Winter Wonderland Hokkaido Tour
The northernmost and least developed of Japan’s main islands, Hokkaido is a vision of untamed, epic wilderness, providing numerous outdoor activities.
Its cities, nestled against the backdrop of mountains and lakes, provide a dose of culture and culinary delights. Hokkaido’s abundant nature has made it one of the best culinary hotspots in Japan and is world-famous for its seafood and fish, especially crab, sea-urchin and Genghis Khan (Jingisukan), a famous grilled mutton dish.
Hokkaido is truly a nature and food lover’s paradise.
- A tailor-made itinerary crafted personally for you
- English-Speaking resident tour director and local guides
- Hand-Selected Luxury accommodations
- Large choice of exclusive experiences
- Airport Meet and Greet with private transfers
- Internet access
- Thoughtful customer service
- And more !
- Explore Japan’s destinations and travel highlights like a local with your own private tour guide.
- Explore the heart and soul of Japan through curated experiences and gain deeper insight into Japanese culture.
- Step into a world, a unique culture that fascinates many to which even some Japanese people have no access.
Perfect for
- First-time visitors to Japan
- Those who want to discover Japan’s wild and scenic northern island
- An exquisite blend of relaxation, cultural depth, and gourmet experiences
Day 1 – Sapporo Arrival
Yokoso 札幌へようこそ！– Welcome to Sapporo!
Transfer by private car to your ideally located hotel.
Then you’ll likely spend your first day in Hokkaido just getting settled.
You might want to lock down some of the best food in Sapporo and enjoy a truly unique meal! A multi-course kaiseki, an omakase sushi experience…
Or follow the lead of our food-obsessed expert and spend an early evening hopping between Izakaya! and discover the delights of small-plate dining and sake.
Overnight at your hotel
Day 2 – Sapporo
After breakfast, your guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel.
Now a bustling metropolis, Sapporo was once nothing but a quiet hunting and fishing town in the Ishikari Plain of Hokkaido, settled by the Ainu.
You will start with the Sapporo Beer Museum for a taste of brewing history and Shiroi Koibito Park for chocolate delights.
Then visit the iconic Clock Tower and stroll through Odori Park, a green oasis, before heading to Nijo Market, where you’ll be treated to a delightful, local lunch.
You will finish the day with a scenic ride up Mount Moiwa via ropeway for breathtaking views of the city below.
Overnight at your hotel
Day 3 – Otaru & Yoichi
After breakfast your car will pick you up to drive to Otaru.
You will explore the charming Otaru Canal, lined with historic warehouses, where you might consider a boat ride.
Wander down Sakaimachi Street, browsing shops with glassware and music boxes or immerse yourself in the Otaru Music Box Museum. And enjoy a seafood lunch with canal views.
In the afternoon, your car will drive you to Shakotan Peninsula, marveling at the coastal scenery, where you will visit the iconic Ebisu Iwa & Daikoku Iwa rock formations.
Then continue to Yoichi and tour the Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery, where you will learn about whisky-making, the history of Nikka and enjoy a tasting.
Overnight at your hotel
Day 4 – Sapporo / Asahikawa / Sounkyo
Travel by train to Asahikawa.
Experience Asahikawa‘s winter magic!
You will start your day at Asahiyama Zoo, specializing in cold climate species, there are more than 700 animals from 124 species, housed in environments that are close to their natural habitats.
Then, marvel at the beauty of snow crystals at the Snow Crystal Museum and warm up with delicious Asahikawa ramen at the Ramen Village.
You could also, embrace the winter wonderland with snow activities like snowshoeing or skiing.
Indulge in local cuisine for dinner and enjoy winter illuminations.
Overnight at your ryokan
Day 5 – Sounkyo
Spend the day experiencing the natural wonders of Sounkyo!
Marvel at the twin waterfalls of Ginga no Taki and Ryusei no Taki. Ascend Mount Kurodake via ropeway for panoramic views and explore the volcanic valley.
You could hike through Daisetsuzan National Park for a wilderness adventure.
Sounkyo is also home to the The Sounkyo Ice Waterfall Festival, which covers 10,000 square meters and is made up of multi-story buildings and structures that were created with ice and snow.
In the evening, enjoy local cuisine for dinner and go stargazing under Sounkyo’s clear skies.
Overnight at your ryokan
Day 6: Biei / Furano
After breakfast your private car will pick you up at your hotel.
Experience Biei’s winter magic!
Biei offers stunning views that can only be found there, such as a snowy landscape as far as the eye can see. Its scenery of fields spreading out over gently rolling hills is the very representative of the “wilderness of Hokkaido” that many people envision.
Be mesmerized by the frozen Blue Pond and the icy Shirohige Falls.Or The lone oak tree, known as the ‘Seven Stars Tree,’ that stand atop a hill with a breathtaking 360-degree view of the Patchwork Road.
Savor hearty Hokkaido cuisine and capture the stunning winter scenery.
Overnight at your hotel
Day 7 & 8 – Furano
Experience Furano’s winter wonderland!
Furano offers more snow activities than you could possibly handle!
Hit the slopes at Furano Ski Resort for excellent “JAPOW”, Japan powder snow. Furano has an abundance of varied terrain for every level of skier and snowboarder and a vertical drop of over 950 meters making it one of the steepest mountains in Hokkaido.
Lift off in a hot air balloon and rise above the beautiful Furano landscape or enjoy the spectacular scenery and crystal clear air while feeling the rhythm of sled dogs running.
Warm up with cheese tasting at the Furano Cheese Factory and indulge in wine tasting at the Furano Winery with scenic views.
Explore the magical Furano Kan Kan Mura winter festival with ice sculptures and illuminated caverns. Don’t forget to savor local cuisine like Furano curry and lavender ice cream. Dress warmly and get ready for an unforgettable winter adventure!
Overnight at your hotel
Day 9 – Furano/ Sapporo
After your checkout, take a train from Furano to Sapporo.
Spend the rest of the in Susukino. Whether it’s shopping, dining or nightlife, Susukino is Sapporo’s downtown district and one of Japan’s biggest entertainment spots.
Overnight at your hotel
Day 10 – International return flight
After breakfast, your tour officially ends.
Transfer by private car to Sapporo Chitose airport for your flight back to Tokyo and home.
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