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Northern Japan & Hokkaido Adventure
11 nights from $4196
11 nights
Northern Japan & Hokkaido Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Northern Japan and Hokkaido, exploring cultural landmarks, natural wonders, and indulging in traditional Japanese experiences.
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Northern Japan and Hokkaido, exploring cultural landmarks, natural wonders, and indulging in traditional Japanese experiences.
- Discover Hokkaido’s rich Indigenous Ainu culture at the region’s first Ainu Museum.
- Explore northern Japan’s natural wonders, like Hell Valley’s volcanic steam and the serene waters of Lake Shikotsu.
- Walk around Hirosaki Castle and learn about its role in the Neputa festival.
- Witness Japan’s seasonal transformations from cherry blossoms in spring to vibrant autumn foliage.
- Visit the star-shaped Fort Goryokaku in Hakodate.
- Canoe on the clear waters of Lake Shikotsu.
- Ride the Mt. Asahi Ropeway for elevated views of Hokkaido's tallest mountain.
- Stroll through the expansive lavender fields at Tomita Farm in Furano.
- RYOKANS & MINSHUKUS
- Japanese-style accommodation - ryokans or minshukus (traditional inn/guesthouse) involve sleeping on futons or matresses on tatami mat floors, with bedding often packed away during the day. Attached bathrooms/toilets will usually be very small and many will only have shared bathing facilities with certain hours, or times available for booking at reception. Your leader will explain etiquette involved in using the shared facilities. As this style of accommodation will often not have furniture (ie. chairs or beds) in the rooms, please consider choosing a different trip style in Japan if you have difficulty getting up from the floor or have knee, hip or back issues. Some establishments may have a curfew when travellers need to be back in the accommodation - this is usually around midnight. Please also be aware that you would normally be required to change to slippers when entering into your room in such properties. Extra fees will be charged if dirty marks are left on their beddings or towels that require professional cleaning. Some of such properties will only give 1 key for each room so you can leave the key at the reception so that you and your roommate won't have to conform to the same schedule when you are out exploring.
- AVAILABILITY
- The recent huge increase in tourism to Japan has put a lot of pressure on accommodation. On occasion, we may need to change accommodation from what is listed in the itinerary in order to operate your departure with minimal changes.
- ONSENS
- We like to encourage travellers to visit traditional Japanese 'onsens' while in the country as it is a quintessential local experience. In public onsens this means bathing naked with others of the same gender. While the experience can feel strange at first for some, most of our groups end up enjoying this activity. There is very specific etiquette for visiting onsens - your leader can give you some tips and instructions. Please be aware that travellers with tattoos may not be permitted to enter public onsens. Private onsens may also be available - talk to your leader for more information. See our guide to onsens here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/japan-onsen-guide/
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