Active Japan: Hokkaido Adventure

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Carbon neutral

9 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Tokyo, Japan

Ends

Sapporo, Japan

Highlights

Trek through Shiretoko.

Akan Mashu.

And Daisetsuzan National Parks.

Learn about one of the two remaining indigenous groups in Japan in the Ainu Kotan Village.

Try local the ramen specialty and the oldest beer in Japan.

Itinerary

Hokkaido may be Japan’s second largest island, but it's brimming with adventure, best explored on your own two feet. This nine-day journey takes you through Hokkaido's stunning national parks during the island's temperate months. Trek through the wild beauty of Shiretoko National Park, ride the Asahidake Ropeway to jaw-dropping heights in Daisetsuzan National Park, and unwind with a blissful overnight stay at a traditional onsen. Cap it all off with a cold Sapporo beer right in Sapporo city. It’s the perfect blend of epic hikes, rich culture, and well-deserved relaxation!

day 1 - Tokyo/Shiretoko

Welcome to Tokyo, Japan. There's no time to waste as you join your fellow travelers in the morning for a welcome briefing with your CEO and head towards the airport to board your flight to Memanbetsu airport in Hokkaido. Upon arrival, head to your hotel outside Shiretoko National Park and enjoy dinner together with your CEO and new travel mates.
This tour departs from Tokyo today, so if you want to spend more time in Tokyo, consider joining the Active Northern Japan: Tokyo & Hokkaido adventure.

Meal:Dinner

Accomodation:Shiretoko Daiichi Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Plane Duration : 1.75 hr

Included Activity:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2 - Shiretoko

After a filling breakfast, depart the hotel en route to the Five Lakes area of Shiretoko National Park. This area is famous for its namesake five lakes that were formed years ago by the eruption of Mount Lo. The area now offers picturesque views of the mountains and the wilderness all around. In the afternoon, take a short walk to the Furepe Waterfall, a waterfall cascading into the Okhotsk Sea.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Shiretoko Daiichi Hotel (or similar)

Included Activities:Furepe Waterfall Duration : 1.5 hr Distance : 3 km, Shiretoko Five Lakes Hike Duration : 3.0 hr Distance : 4 km

day 3 - Shiretoko

Another morning hike in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Shiretoko Peninsula awaits. Embark on a guided three to four hour hike through the Primeval Forest area of the park. Be sure to bring binoculars if you are a keen animal enthusiast, as there is ample opportunity to spot various species from the Steller's sea eagle to Japanese deer. The scenery is equally as dramatic as you witness the cliff edges hang over the turquoise water of the sea. The afternoon is at leisure, and you can choose to relax at your hotel bathing facilities, or walk into the village area some 20 minutes away.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:Shiretoko Daiichi Hotel (or similar)

Included Activity:Primeval Forest Hike Duration : 3.0 hr Distance : 1 km

Optional Activities:Hot Springs Village , Shiretoko World Heritage Conservation Centre

day 4 - Shiretoko/Akan-ko

Depart the Shiretoko area this morning and head slightly inland towards Lake Akan. En route stop to visit active volcano Mt Lo, which sits inside the Kussharo caldera. Watch the sulfurous smoke and steam rise from the craggy landmass. From there continue on to the shore of Lake Kussharo, where you can take a moment to get your hands dirty digging into the sandy shore and actually hitting hot spring water. Dig your own personal Onsen! Yet another sign of the volcanic activity still present underground in this area. Make a final stop at the observatory deck to take in views of Lake Kussharo and Lake Mashu before continuing on your overnight stay at a Ryokan. After a dinner with your fellow travelers, enjoy a cultural performance in tribute to the history of the local Ainu people of the region. Akan Yukar Lost Kamuy is a presentation of Ainu ancient ceremonial dance, contemporary dance and digital art.

Meal:Breakfast and Dinner

Accomodation:New Akan Hotel (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 2.0 hr Distance : 94 km

Included Activities:Lake Mashu Observatory Deck, Ryokan Stay, Sulphur Mountain & Lake Kussharo, Ainu Kotan - Ainu Culture Dance

day 5 - Akan-ko/Asahikawa

Enjoy a leisurely start to the morning to spend the morning hours enjoying the Ryokan hot springs a second time. Or choose to join your CEO for a walk around Lake Akan. Then make your way towards Asahikawa. Don't fill up too much during the day, because dinner this evening is the famous Asahikawa ramen. This ramen is famed throughout Japan as one of the best in the country.

Meal:Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accomodation:Hotel Amaneku Asahikawa (or similar)

Transport:Private Vehicle

Included Activity:Ramen Dinner in Asahikawa

day 6 - Asahikawa

It's time to rise and shine and strap on those hiking boots once again. This morning, head to the Daisetsuzan Asahidake Ropeway. Board the ten minute gondola ride up to the start of the walk. Spend a couple of hours exploring the area on foot, and hope for glimpses of the mountain ranges as the fog comes and goes.
It's important to note that in Spring and Fall, its common to still have snow on the ground at Asahidake, so itinerary adjustments may be made. Cold weather clothing should be packed during this season.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:Hotel Amaneku Asahikawa (or similar)

Included Activity:Daisetsuzan Asahidake Ropeway & Hike Duration : 1.5 hr Distance : 1 km

day 7 - Asahikawa/Sapporo

Sapporo, the capitol of Hokkaido, is home to some of the island's most interesting spots. With a Day at leisure, choose to join your CEO on a half Day cycling tour of Otaru, a nearby town full of historical gems to explore. Or, choose to walk on foot to explore the Hokkaido Jingu shrine, a shinto shrine honoring 4 deities.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:The B Sapporo (or similar)

Transport:Local Train

Optional Activities:Half Day Cycling Tour of Otaru , Hokkaido Jingu Shrine

day 8 - Sapporo

Spend today getting well acquainted with the city of Sapporo, home of the world famous beer. Begin your Day with a visit to the Nijo Market. Walk through the stalls full of fresh seafood, most caught right of the coast of Hokkaido. You'll see crabs, fish and things you may have never seen before like fresh urchin and fish eggs. Afterwards, head to the home of the first Japanese made beer, Sapporo Beer Museum, and sample beer that can only be found at this location.

Meal:Breakfast

Accomodation:The B Sapporo (or similar)

Included Activities:Nijo Market, Sapporo Beer Testing

day 9 - Sapporo

Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (7nts), Ryokan stay (1nt)

Meals

8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners
Note: Allow USD245-320 for meals not included.

Transport

Plane, private vehicle, local train, walking.

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Local Living Moment: Ryokan Stay, Akan-koYour Foodie Moment: Ramen Dinner in Asahikawa, AsahikawaShiretoko Five Lake trekFurepe waterfall hikePrimeval Forest hikingSulphur mountain visitLake Kussharo hot spring beachLake Mashu Observation DeckAkan Ryokan stayAsahikawa Ramen dinnerAsahidake RopewaySugatami Pong hikeFree time in SapporoNijo Market visitSapporo Beer Museum visit and beer tastingAll transportation to and from included activitiesInternal air

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