Hokkaido’s Treasure

Tours - Hokkaido’s Treasure

Tour includes:

Accommodation at selected hotels with meals as mentioned in your final itinerary.
Check-in time is 3.00PM and check-out time is 11.00AM. Early or late service is subject to availability with surcharge.
Meals if mentioned in the final itinerary
Transfers if mentioned in your final itinerary:
- Airport transfer (arrival and departure) in a shared van
- Public/Private transport on tour day
Guidance:
- Client Service Officer: provide self-guided clients with tour information
- Guide for half day or full day tour (English & other languages: German, Spanish, etc.)
Sightseeing fees and permits during guided time
Service charge and current government VAT tax
JR Pass and/or Train ticket(s)

Tour excludes:

VISA
Optional tour
Please make sure you have 6 months passport validity.
Early/late check in/out service at hotels (surcharge if request)
Tips and gratuities
Services and meals if not mentioned in itinerary
All drinks, including water, soft drink and alcohol on all included or optional excursion
Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature
Travel Insurance (Compulsory)

DAY 1: HAKODATE ARRIVAL

Arrive in Hakodate by either plane or train. Upon arrival, visit Fort Goryokaku – a star shaped Western style citadel and Mount Hakodate – mountain with outstanding view of the city. Overnight stay in Hakodate.

DAY 2: HAKODATE

Let&;s enjoy this day sightseeing around Hakodate. Hakodate was Japan&;s first city which port was opened to foreign trade in 1854, as a result of Kanagawa Convention, and used to be the most vital port in northern Japan.
Overnight stay in Hakodate.

DAY 3: HAKODATE - SAPPORO

Today, embark on a four-hour train ride to Sapporo - capital of the mountainous northern Japanese island Hokkaido. Sapporo is never to be missed for visitors of Hokkaido. The most common attractions are: Odori Park, Sapporo TV Tower, Sapporo Clock Tower, Sapporo Beer Museum, Hokkaido University Botanical Garden, Nakajima Park and Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade. Overnight stay in Sapporo.

DAY 4: SAPPORO - OTARU

Enjoy one day sightseeing in Sapporo and Otaru. Otaru is a trivial harbor city about half an hour northwest of Sapporo by train. The region&;s exquisitely preserved canal area and fascinating herring mansions make Otaru a pleasant day trip.
Return to Sapporo for the overnight stay.

DAY 5: SAPPORO - ASAHIKAWA

Today, leave Sapporo for Asahikawa on one and a half hour train ride. Asahikawa is the capital of Kamikawa prefecture, and the second largest city in Hokkaido, after Sapporo. The city is not a popular touristic destination, however the Asahiyama Zoo is among Japan&;s best and most popular zoo.
Overnight stay in Asahikawa.

DAY 6: ASAHIKAWA

Today will be a one-day hiking trip to Asahidake. The mountain located in the town of Higashikawa, Hokkaido is the tallest mountain in Hokkaido. Overnight stay in Asahikawa and may be enjoy the local noodle dish, Asahikawa Ramen before leaving for Furano tomorrow.

DAY 7: ASAHIKAWA - FURANO

Embark on a one-hour train ride to Furano for the half day sightseeing. Furano is a picturesque town in the center of Hokkaido, known for the pleasant rural landscape.