• Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February
  • Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February

Small Group：A 4-day exploration of Eastern Hokkaido February

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ID: GYG1166595-O-1786841
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Country: Japan

Duration: 4 days


Description

Discover Eastern Hokkaido on a 4-day tour from Sapporo. Sail through drift ice, explore the Sounkyo Icefall Festival, and visit the Shiretoko Five Lakes and Ainu Village.
Day 1: Sapporo → Sounkyo | Daisetsuzan National Park & Icefall Festival's Magical Ice Castle

Begin your adventure by traveling from Sapporo to Sounkyo. Explore Daisetsuzan National Park and experience the Sounkyo Icefall Festival, where you’ll be amazed by the magical ice castle. Spend the night in a hot spring hotel, enjoying a private onsen bath amid the freezing snowscape.

Day 2: Sounkyo → Abashiri → Shiretoko | Icebreaker Cruise & Subzero Experience at the Drift Ice Museum

Head to Abashiri and board the Abashiri Icebreaker to sail through the drift ice-covered Sea of Okhotsk. Visit the Drift Ice Museum for a subzero experience. Continue to Shiretoko and stay overnight in another hot spring hotel.

Day 3: Shiretoko → Kushiro | Snow-covered coastline of Shiretoko Peninsula & Hidden Wonders of the Five Lakes

Explore the snow-covered coastline of the Shiretoko Peninsula. Wander through the Shiretoko Five Lakes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and spot traces of wild animals. Spend the night in Kushiro.

Day 4: Kushiro → Sapporo | Red-crowned Crane Dance Performance + Ainu Culture Immersion + Lake Akan's Glassy Ice Scenery

Witness a red-crowned crane dance performance and visit the Ainu Village by Lake Akan to explore the ancient wisdom of Hokkaido's indigenous people. Marvel at Lake Akan's glassy ice scenery before returning to Sapporo.

Highlights

  • 3 iconic winter-wonder of E-Hokkaido: drift ice, icefall, and red-crowned cranes
  • Experience the magic of the Sounkyo Icefall Festival and Glacier Shrine
  • Explore the Shiretoko Five Lakes and spot traces of wild animals
  • Professional guides with extensive snow driving experience ensure a safe journey
  • Stay at hot spring hotels every night and enjoy private onsen baths

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Once your order is confirmed, we will inform you of the tour guide's details and the vehicle license plate number via WeChat, WhatsApp or email.
INCLUDED
  • Transportation in a 10-seater Toyota HiAce
  • 3 nights’ accommodation at 4-diamond rated local Japanese hotels
  • Admission fees for attractions specified in the itinerary
  • 3 breakfasts and 1 dinner
  • Travel agency liability insurance
  • Personal travel accident insurance
NOT INCLUDED
  • Meal costs during free time
  • Transportation fees other than the specified vehicle service
  • Customs duties on luggage
  • Excess baggage fees
  • Personal expenses at hotels
  • Costs not listed in the itinerary
  • International airfare
  • Visa application fees
  • Overtime fees for vehicle usage
  • Ski resort rental fees and cable car tickets

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.