HOKKAIDO’S TREASURE
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8 DAYS
HOKKAIDO’S TREASURE
Travel back in time at star-shaped Fort Goryokaku and marvel at Hakodate's panoramic harbor. Dive yourself in Sapporo's urban vibrancy, exploring Odori Park and the Sapporo Beer Museum. Immerse yourself in the idyllic atmosphere of Otaru's charming canals and marvel at historical herring mansions. Witness animal wonders at Asahiyama Zoo before trekking to the majestic peak of Mt. Asahidake. Immerse yourself in the picturesque rural charm of Furano and bid farewell to Hokkaido's beauty from bustling Sapporo.
Sample Itinerary
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 – the mountain with an 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 the 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 - the capital of the mountainous northern Japanese island Hokkaido. Sapporo is never to be missed for visitors to 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 of 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 a one-and-a-half hour train ride. Asahikawa is the capital of Kamikawa prefecture, and the second largest city in Hokkaido, after Sapporo. The town is not a popular tourist destination, however, the Asahiyama Zoo is among Japan's best and most popular zoos. Overnight stay in Asahikawa.
DAY 6: ASAHIKAWA
Today will be a one-day hiking trip to Asahidake. The mountain 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.
DAY 8: FURANO - SAPPORO
The final day begin with a two-hour train ride to Sapporo. Then leave Sapporo for home by either plane or train.
Arrive in Hakodate by either plane or train. Upon arrival, visit Fort Goryokaku – a star-shaped Western-style citadel and Mount Hakodate – the mountain with an 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 the 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 - the capital of the mountainous northern Japanese island Hokkaido. Sapporo is never to be missed for visitors to 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 of 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 a one-and-a-half hour train ride. Asahikawa is the capital of Kamikawa prefecture, and the second largest city in Hokkaido, after Sapporo. The town is not a popular tourist destination, however, the Asahiyama Zoo is among Japan's best and most popular zoos. Overnight stay in Asahikawa.
DAY 6: ASAHIKAWA
Today will be a one-day hiking trip to Asahidake. The mountain 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.
DAY 8: FURANO - SAPPORO
The final day begin with a two-hour train ride to Sapporo. Then leave Sapporo for home by either plane or train.
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