The itinerary is reference only for planning tours.
Enjoy Sapporo sightseeing
May 22, Sun. Leave Los Angeles. We will cross the International Date Line, losing one day.
May 23, Mon. Arrive Tokyo/Narita – Sapporo. On arrival in Japan and after entry procedures, we will transfer to our domestic flight to Sapporo.
May 24, Tue. Sapporo
Our morning city tour will include Sapporo Brewery; the Clock Tower- the symbol of the city; and the old Hokkaido Government Building. (B D)
May 25, Wed. Sapporo – Sounkyo
Today we travel to Sounkyo Gorge, greatest of the many gorges in Daisetsuzan National Park. (B D)
Visit to Eastern Hokkaido
May 26, Thu. Sounkyo – Lake Akan
This morning, weather permitting, we will ride the cablecar up the mountain for magnificent views. Then to the Mint Museum in Kitami, and on to Bihoro Pass before arriving at our hotel in Lake Akan. (B D)
May 27, Fri. Lake Akan – Kushiro
This morning, depending on the weather, we will cruise across Lake Akan, known for “marimo”, a green weed, shaped like balls, designated as a Special Protected Plant. On to Kushiro. (B D)
May 28, Sat. Kushiro
To-day we visit the Kushiro Shitsugen (Marshlands) National Park, home of the red-crested white cranes. We will go to the observation building for views of the area. Afterwards visit Fisherman’s wharf near our hotel. (B)
Obihiro and Lake Toya
May 29, Sun. Kushiro – Ikeda – Obihiro
We will travel to the city of Ikeda, famous for their winery, then to the agricultural center of Obihiro. (B)
May 30, Mon. Obihiro – Lake Toya
Today we leave for Lake Toya, a circular caldera lake, the highlight of Shikotsu-Toya National Park, visiting the Salmon Aquarium in Chitose en route. (B D)
May 31, Tue. Lake Toya
Today we will go to Mt. Showa Shinzan, an active volcano, formed by a series of earthquakes that caused the farmlands to rise, and is now 1,340 feet high. We will visit the Volcano Museum and then continue to Shiraoi Poroto Kotan, a composite of Ainu dwellings, which were restored to introduce their way of life. Return to the hotel. (B D)
The gateway to Hokkaido, Hakodate
June 1, Wed. Lake Toya – Hakodate
We leave for Hakodate, the gateway to Hokkaido. Our sightseeing includes Goryokaku, Japan’s first Western-style fortification. This evening a special “farewell dinner” is planned. (B D)
June 2, Thu. Hakodate – Tokyo – Los Angeles
This morning we fly from Hakodate to Tokyo/Haneda, then transfer by airport limousine to Tokyo/Narita Airport for our nonstop flight back to Los Angeles, returning home the same day. (B)
Hotels:
Sapporo Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo (2)
Sounkyo Sounkyo Prince Choyotei (1)
Kawayu Lake Akan Tsuruga Wings (1)
Kushiro ANA Kushiro Hotel (2)
Obihiro Hotel Northland Obihiro (1)
Lake Toya Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort (2)
Hakodate Hakodate Kokusai Hotel (1)
Itinerary is subject to change without notice.
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