Hokkaido

The tour takes in some of the most beautiful scenery in Japan.  Beginning in Tokyo, Japan's exciting capital city, you then fly to the Northern island of Hokkaido, known for it's picturesque landscapes, beautiful wildlife and numerous onsen. 

Days 1 & 2

Fly economy class with Japan Airlines from London Heathrow to Tokyo Narita.  On arrival, take the airport limousine bus to the Shiba Park Hotel, stay for three nights in a twin room on a room only basis.

Days 3 & 4

At leisure in Tokyo.  Perhaps visit the famous shopping district of Ginza, the Imperial Palace, Tokyo Tower Observatory or one of Tokyo's impressive shrines such as the Meiji Shrine or Asakusa Kannon Temple.  Or even take a day excursion to Japan's famous landmark, Mt. Fuji.

Day 5

Return to Tokyo Narita Airport by limousine bus.  Fly economy class with Japan Airlines to Sapporo New Chitose Airport on the Northern island of Hokkaido.  Using your 14 day ordinary Japan rail pass travel to into the centre of Sapporo and stay for two nights at the JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo in a twin room on a room only basis.

Day 6

Day is at leisure to explore Sapporo.  Why not take a ride on the ropeway to Mt. Moiwa for stunning views, take a stroll in O-dori Park or even visit the Sapporo Beer Factory?  Other attractions include the Sapporo City Clock, the old Hokkaido government building, Maruyama Park and Mt. Moiwa-yama for stunning views over the city.

Day 7

Travel by train to the picturesque mountain resort of Furano in the centre of Hokkaido, popular among ski enthusiasts during the winter months and with hikers during the summer.  The New Furano Prince Hotel is a short taxi ride from Furano Station, stay here for two nights in a twin room on a room only basis. 

Day 8

At leisure to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Furano.

Day 9

Travel by train to Kamikawa Station the gateway for Sounkyo, known for it's steep gorge and many onsen.  Sounkyo Gorge is at the centre of Mt. Daisetsu-zan National Park, known as the roof of Hokkaido.  The impressive scenery attracts many visitors each year.  The Hotel Taisetsu is a short taxi ride from Kamikawa Station, stay here for two nights in a Japanese style room inclusive of dinner and breakfast.

Day 10

At leisure in Sounkyo.

Day 11

Using your rail pass travel onwards to the hot spring resort of Noboribetsu part of the Shikotsu-Toya Nataional Park in South Western Hokkaido.  Stay at the Noboribetsu Manseikaku in a Japanese style room for two nights inclusive of dinner and breakfast.

Day 12

Day to be spent at leisure in Noboribetsu.  Noboribetsu has a rich variety of scenery including forests, lakes and marshes.  There are ten different types of water in Noboribetsu each containing different minerals, thus making it one of the World's most exceptional hots springs.

Day 13

Travel by train to the port town of Hakodate, once a busy trading port it has a superb  mix of traditional Japanese buildings and western style architecture.  Other attractions include it's popular morning market, the Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward, the old British consulate with it's tea lounge, Higashi Honganji Temple, the Russian Orthodox Church, the Kanamori Haberdashery Museum and the Hakodate Beer Hall.  Stay overnight at the Hakodate Kokusai Hotel in a twin room on a room only basis.

Day 14

Return by train to Sapporo for your final nights stay at the JR Tower Nikko Sapporo Hotel in a twin room on a room only basis.

Day 15

Transfer by rail to Sapporo New Chitose Airport for an economy class Japan Airlines flight to London Heathrow via Tokyo.

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