Japan
Hokkaido, the northernmost island of Japan, is a captivating destination that boasts breathtaking natural beauty and a unique blend of modernity and traditional charm. Known for its pristine landscapes, Hokkaido offers picturesque mountains, expansive flower fields, hot springs, and stunning coastlines. With its rich culinary scene, winter sports opportunities, and vibrant festivals, Hokkaido promises an unforgettable journey filled with cultural experiences, outdoor adventures, and moments of tranquility in the midst of nature.
September 3rd - 6th | Lake Shikotsu Hokkaido | Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Besso Aonoza
September 6th - 9th | Sapporo | Sapporo Grand Hotel
September 9th - 13th | Lake Akan Hokkaido | Lake Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza
In September, Hokkaido, Japan experiences a transition from summer to autumn, bringing milder temperatures and pleasant weather. Expect average temperatures ranging between 15 to 22 degrees Celsius, making it comfortable for outdoor activities.
While occasional rainfall can occur, September generally offers clear skies, allowing visitors to enjoy the beautiful landscapes, vibrant autumn foliage, and outdoor adventures that Hokkaido has to offer.
Arrive in Tokyo at Haneda airport and take a domestic flight to Sapporo.
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Arrive at Sapporo Shin-Chitose airport, meet your guide in the arrival lobby. Private transfer to your hotel in Lake Shikotsu by car (45 mins).
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Arrive and check into your hotel in Lake Shikotsu.
Why we love it for you: Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Besso Aonoza is a luxurious lakeside retreat nestled in the serene surroundings of Lake Shikotsu in Hokkaido, Japan. This enchanting resort offers elegant accommodations, warm hospitality, and breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and crystal-clear lake. You can indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments, savor gourmet cuisine featuring locally sourced ingredients, and partake in outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and exploring the pristine beauty of Lake Shikotsu.
Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Beoos Aonoza
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- Breakfast & Dinner included
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Today brings a wonderful trek through nature with a little touch of paradise.
Walk to Lake Shikotsu visitor center (2-5 mins., hotel staff will assist you). Meet your English-speaking nature guide, and enjoy a Lake Shikotsu private nature trekking tour, visiting the Forest of giant trees, Shichijo Otaki trekking, and more!
Led by knowledgeable guides, this exclusive experience allows you to explore hidden trails, admire panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains, and encounter unique flora and fauna along the way. Whether you choose a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, this tour offers an opportunity to connect with nature, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and create lasting memories of your time in Lake Shikotsu.
Have lunch in the forest (Sadwich or Rice ball onigiri)
Time: will be provided
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Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Beoos Aonoza
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- Breakfast & Dinner included
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Enjoy a full day of cultural immersion on the island of Hokkaido
Today's touring will be done via private car. Transfer to Shiraoi. (Approximately 1 hour)
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Visit the National Ainu Museum. The Ainu are an indigenous people from the northern region of the Japanese archipelago, particularly Hokkaido. The Ainu culture is distinctive, with a language that is unrelated to Japanese, a spirituality that holds that spirits dwell in every part of the natural world, traditional dances that are performed at family events and festivals, and crafts such as wood carving and embroidery that incorporate unique patterns. Increasing numbers of people have been trying to revive traditional dances based on old records and to create new types of Ainu music.
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Explore the remains of a 450-meter-diameter crater created by the eruption of an active volcano about 10,000 years ago. A unique sight rarely found elsewhere in the world, Jigokudani is registered as a Hokkaido Heritage Site. It is also the source of Noboribetsu Hot Springs, with 10,000 tons of water gushing out every day.
Covering an area of 11 hectares, and featuring a number of outlets and fumaroles, the valley, with its boiling water and fumes that block the view, surely resembles a hell inhabited by demons - hence the name. There is a short walk around the area, and if you climb up to the Jigokudani Observatory, you can see the volcanic gases and boiling water spewing out.
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Lake Shikotsu Tsuruga Beoos Aonoza
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- Breakfast & Dinner included
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After breakfast and check-out, meet your driver in the lobby of your hotel and transfer to your hotel in Sapporo (75-90 mins).
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Arrive and check into your hotel in Sapporo and enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Sapporo, the vibrant capital city of Hokkaido in Japan, offers a delightful blend of modernity, natural beauty, and rich cultural experiences. With its bustling shopping streets, delicious food scene featuring local specialties and fresh seafood, and scenic parks such as Odori Park and Maruyama Park, Sapporo provides a perfect balance of urban delights and outdoor adventures, making it a captivating destination for travelers.
Why we love it for you: The Sapporo Grand Hotel is a luxurious and iconic landmark in the heart of Sapporo, Japan. With its elegant architecture, refined interiors, and world-class hospitality, the hotel offers a captivating blend of traditional charm and modern comfort. Guests can indulge in spacious and well-appointed rooms, savor exquisite dining experiences at the hotel's restaurants, and unwind in the tranquil surroundings, all while enjoying convenient access to Sapporo's attractions, shopping districts, and cultural landmarks.
Enjoy a full day of guided touring in Sapporo!
Todays touring transportation will be done by private car.
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Visit Hokkaido Former Prefectural Office and the Clock Tower. The Former Hokkaido Government Office Building, also known as the Red Brick Government Building in Sapporo, is a charming place to visit. You can learn about the history of the city. The Clock Tower, a symbol of Sapporo, serves as a museum with displays about the building's history and Sapporo on the first floor. The second floor holds displays about the clock and a spacious ceremony hall that calls to mind the simple buildings of the colonial American Midwest.
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Enjoy a wonderful visit to Odori Park. Odori Park is the broad median of Odori in the center of Sapporo, separating the city into north and south. It is an oasis in the middle of a business district, with 92 types of trees, including lilacs and elm. On its lawns and around its fountains, one can find locals and tourists alike, relaxing.
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Finally, visit Nijo Market, a public market in central Sapporo, famous for its fresh local produce and seafood such as crabs, salmon eggs, sea urchin and various fresh and prepared fish. Visit the noodle shops, bars, and greengrocers laying the foundations for today’s Nijo Market.
Visit Susukino, Japan's largest entertainment district north of Tokyo. It is the city's main entertainment area, packed with bars, restaurants, cafes, cinemas, shops, hotels, pachinko parlors, soaplands and love hotels. There are also over 4,000 bars and restaurants in Susukino, including the many ramen restaurants packed into Ramen Alley.
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Spend the day touring the beautiful city of Otaru with a private guide
Today's touring will be done via private car. Transfer to Oraru (60 mins)
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Visit Otaru Canal. Otaru Canal immediately comes to mind as the city's most famous sightseeing spot and this romantic canal is especially beautiful during the day.
After that, visit Kitaichi Glass. Kitaichi Glass is a specialty glass store that's just as famous as Taisho Glass Palace. There are several branches in Otaru Sakaimachi-dori, with an array of products that differ at each location. Inside Kitaichi Glass Sangokan is a cafe called Sangokan Kitaichi Hall. The store is lit by kerosene lamps manufactured with Otaru glass. The dim, flickering lights inside the store create a magical atmosphere.
Then, visit LeTAO cafe. LeTAO is an Otaru-based sweets brand. There are five shops in the Otaru Sakaimachi-dori area alone. Every store sells their own limited-edition products, so you’ll want to visit all of them if you have a sweet tooth.
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Get in touch with nature as you transfer to Lake Akan.
Meet your guide in the lobby of the hotel for your transfer to Lake Akan. (Approximately 4 hours)
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On the way to Lake Akan, visit Tokachi Millennium Forest. The Tokachi Millennium Forest is a garden made at the start of environmental contribution activities. It won the Grand Award in a UK garden design contest, the first for Japan, and was praised as "the most beautiful garden in the world." There are also plenty of activities, such as guided tours on segways, horse riding through nature, and cheese-making workshops.
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Why we love it for you: The Lake Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza hotel is a luxurious lakeside retreat located in the serene setting of Lake Akan in Hokkaido, Japan. Nestled amidst nature, the hotel offers stunning panoramic views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Guests can immerse themselves in relaxation with rejuvenating hot spring baths, savor gourmet cuisine featuring local ingredients, and partake in cultural activities such as Ainu traditional crafts, making it an idyllic haven for those seeking tranquility, natural beauty, and authentic experiences in Hokkaido.
Lake Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza
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- Breakfast & Dinner included
- Private open air hot spring bath
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Todays touring transportation will be done by private car.
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Start at Lake Onneto. Onneto means "old pond" or "big pond" in the language of Hokkaido’s indigenous Ainu people. It was created when Mt. Meakan-dake erupted and blocked the flow of the Rawan River.
After that, visit Lake Taro and Lake Jiro. Lake Taro was formed in an eruption of Mt. Oakan, and is connected to Lake Akan by a river, and shares very similar water quality with its larger neighbor. Depending on the season, white-tailed eagles and whooper swans can also be spotted around the lake.
As with Lake Taro, Lake Jiro was also the result of an eruption of Mt. Oakan. Unlike Lake Taro, Lake Jiro has no inflowing or outflowing rivers. As a result, the lake has few waves and is very placid. The still surface of the lake mirrors the surrounding forest and sky above.
Then, visit Soko-dai View Point, and you can see two emerald blue lakes, Lake Penketo & Lake Panketo.
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Take a 60 minute drive to Lake Mashu. Lake Mashu is a caldera lake in Akan Mashu National Park. It vies for the position of "clearest lake in the world" and is considered by many to be Japan's most beautiful lake. Lake Mashu is also one of the country's deepest lakes, and while it is appreciated for its clear blue water, it is also famously and frequently blanketed in heavy fog.
Then, visit Lake Kussharo, a beautiful caldera lake in Akan Mashu National Park. With a circumference of 57 kilometers, it is the park's largest lake. Transfer to your hotel in Lake Akan (2 hours). Late afternoon: End of tour at the hotel.
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Lake Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza
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- Breakfast & Dinner included
- Private open air hot spring bath
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Today discover more beauty and more culture at Lake Akan.
Todays touring transportation will be done by private car.
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Today, start at Lake Akan Ainu Kotan, the largest Ainu Village in Japan, to learn more about the Ainu people through art and craft techniques such as wood carvings, embroideries, ancient dance performances, and traditional cuisine that have been handed down from generation to generation.
At Lake Akan Ainu Theater "Ikor", Ainu dance performances that combine traditional, modern, and digital technology are performed. The Ainu people are very skilled at expressing their emotions through dance, and these kinds of theatrical performances are said to be the essence of their culture.
Then, enjoy walking at Bokke Walking Trail, which is a remain of small crater where volcanic gases and mud bubbling up from the magma below. You might have chances to see wildlife such as Hokkaido deer, Siberian red squirrel, red fox, black woodpecker, etc.
After that, visit Lake Akan Eco-Museum Center. At the aquarium exhibit, you can see Akan's famous marimo—rare lake algae that grow into fluffy green balls of varying sizes. You’ll also find displays of local Akan fish like the Sakhalin taimen and kokanee, types of salmon found only in Hokkaido and parts of Russia.
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Lake Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza
Kao no Za Suite : Link
- Breakfast & Dinner included
- Private open air hot spring bath
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On your final full day in Hokkaido, enjoy a day of leisure at your beautiful accommodation and throughout the majestic Lake Akan.
Lake Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinanoza
Kao no Za Suite : Link
- Breakfast & Dinner included
- Private open air hot spring bath
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After breakfast, check out and meet your driver in the arrival lobby for your private transfer to Kushiro airport by car (approximately 1 hour). Take a flight to Haneda.
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At Haneda airport, meet your guide in the arrival lobby. Private transfer to Narita airport (1-1.5 hours). Arrive at Narita airport, and have a safe flight.
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