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Active Japan: Hokkaido Adventure
Active Japan: Hokkaido Adventure
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!
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.
Accommodation
Hotels (7nts), Ryokan stay (1nt)
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout.
Group Size Notes
Max 16, avg. 14
Meals Included
8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners
What’s Included
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment – Meet Your CEO and Group
Your Local Living Moment: Ryokan Stay, Akan-ko
Your Foodie Moment: Ramen Dinner in Asahikawa, Asahikawa. Shiretoko Five Lake trek. Furepe waterfall hike. Primeval Forest hiking. Sulphur mountain visit. Lake Kussharo hot spring beach. Lake Mashu Observation Deck. Akan Ryokan stay. Asahikawa Ramen dinner. Asahidake Ropeway. Sugatami Pong hike. Free time in Sapporo. Nijo Market visit. Sapporo Beer Museum visit and beer tasting. All transportation to and from included activities. Internal air.
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Shopping, historic temples, lush green spaces and exceptional dining are all part of Tokyo, the capital of Japan. This spectacular, highly populated metropolis holds unlimited options for tourists.
History and modernity are displayed in equal measure in Tokyo. Temples and communications towers both dot the city, while nightlife and restaurants beckon visitors in places like the Ginza District. Tokyo displays some of its best qualities in March and April, when cherry blossom trees are in bloom. Between September and November, travelers will find scenic foliage and mild temperatures. |
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Sapporo, (säp-pô´rô), capital of Hokkaido prefecture, SW Hokkaido, Japan. One of Japan's most rapidly growing urban centers, Sapporo is famous for its annual snow festival. It was the site of the 1972 winter Olympics. |
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Sapporo, (säp-pô´rô), capital of Hokkaido prefecture, SW Hokkaido, Japan. One of Japan's most rapidly growing urban centers, Sapporo is famous for its annual snow festival. It was the site of the 1972 winter Olympics. |
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05/15/25 - 05/23/25 |
Starting At $3,449 |
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06/26/25 - 07/04/25 |
Starting At $3,299 |
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07/17/25 - 07/25/25 |
Starting At $4,199 |
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07/20/25 - 07/28/25 |
Starting At $3,359 |
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07/31/25 - 08/08/25 |
Starting At $4,199 |
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08/04/25 - 08/28/25 |
Starting At $3,359 |
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09/04/25 - 09/11/25 |
Starting At $4,299 |
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10/02/25 - 10/30/25 |
Starting At $4,499 |
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03/26/26 - 04/03/26 |
Starting At $4,099 |
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04/02/26 - 04/09/26 |
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04/16/26 - 05/28/26 |
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06/11/26 - 06/25/26 |
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07/16/26 - 08/27/26 |
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09/03/26 - 09/10/26 |
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10/01/26 - 10/29/26 |
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03/25/27 - 10/26/28 |
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Dossier Disclaimer
The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Itinerary Disclaimer
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
