Are you planning a perfect Hokkaido tour with a ski experience? Join our 7-day Hokkaido skiing tour, which brings you to visit the best winter attractions in Sapporo, Otaru, Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, and Niseko.
You will fully experience the winter charm of Hokkaido, including thrilling skiing, snow scenery sightseeing, hot spring experiences, delicious seafood, and more. Our customized service enables you to arrange your Hokkaido ski trip itinerary according to your interests and schedule.
Highlights
Enjoy the best of Hokkaido's powder snow and exciting snow activities.
Visit popular landmarks in Sapporo and appreciate Sapporo White Illumination at night.
Explore the famous Otaru Canal, glass products, and music boxes in Otaru.
Experience the volcanic wonders and historical culture in Noboribetsu.
Relax in hot springs in cold winter with open-air snow landscapes.
Itinerary
On the first day of your Hokkaido ski tour package, your private tour guide and driver will pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel to check in.
Meals: N/A
Accommodation: Sapporo
This morning, you will visit Shiroi Koibito Park, which is famous for its cookies and chocolate. In the chocolate factory, you can learn about how they make chocolate. Try yourself to make your own delicious cookies. Continue to wander on Tanukikoji Shopping Street, a great place for local culture, where you can taste authentic local food and shop at the various stores.
After lunch at Tanukikoji Shopping Street, you will head to Odori Park for a winter wonderland covered in white snow. You can stroll in the park and enjoy a serene snowscape. Climb up to the iconic Sapporo TV Tower for a panoramic view of Odori Park and the city of Sapporo.
Kind Reminder:
1. From November to March, you will have chances to experience Sapporo White Illumination and appreciate beautiful light displays on the streets of Sapporo.
2. Sapporo Snow Festival takes place in early February, with snow sculptures at Odori Park (main venue) and Susukino.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Sapporo
In the morning, you will head to Otaru. Take a leisurely walk along Otaru Canal and pay a visit to the stores and museums along the canal. Head to Kitaichi Glass, where you can buy and admire a wide array of glassware. Watch how to make glass and create your own glassworks.
Visit a well-known music box store, Otaru Music Box Museum. Entering the wonderful world of music, you will be attracted by various exquisite music boxes. Continue your tour to Sankaku Market and check a dozen seafood stalls for seafood, sashimi, sushi, etc.
After visiting, drive back to Sapporo for the night.
Kind Reminder:
Snow Light Path Festival is held every February. During the festival, Otaru will be decorated with small snow statues and illuminated by candles and lanterns.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Sapporo
After breakfast, transfer to Noboribetsu and explore Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), which is the source of the hot springs in the Noboribetsu Onsen town. You will walk on the path to visit volcanic craters and steaming hot springs.
Spend an afternoon at Noboribetsu Date Jidaimura for an immersive cultural experience. Imagine you are back in Japan's Edo period. Dress in the traditional clothes and explore the town and the ninja houses. Watch a ninja show and a geisha show to learn about Japanese culture.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Noboribetsu Onsen
Today, you will transfer to Niseko. You will pass by and visit Lake Toya on your way. Wander around Lake Toya in the snow and take in the ethereal beauty. Then you can enjoy a boat trip on Lake Toya.
Visit the Volcano Science Museum, where you can learn about the formation of Lake Toya and the recent volcanic eruption. Soak in a warm hot spring of Lake Toya Onsen to relieve fatigue. An outdoor hot spring allows you to appreciate Lake Toya's winter views.
Continue to Niseko after visiting Lake Toya.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Niseko
In the morning, you will spend a full day at Niseko, one of the best ski resorts in Japan, and experience various winter activities on your own arrangement. There are four areas in Niseko United, including Niseko Annupuri, Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Village, and Niseko Hanazono. You can visit these four areas with a Niseko United All Mountain Pass.
Niseko offers high-quality powder and world-class long ski slopes of various difficulties. You can enjoy the thrill of skiing and snowboarding when you go down the Niseko slopes. From the ski slopes, you can enjoy the stunning mountain views.
Besides that, stimulate your adrenaline by riding a snowmobile through the snow. You can also experience snowshoe hiking and sledding.
After that, return to your hotel for soothing soaks in hot springs.
Meals: B
Accommodation: Niseko
It's time to bid farewell to Sapporo and transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Safe travels!
Meals: B
Accommodation: N/A
Include/ Exclude
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Private local English-speaking tour guide and driver service
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Private air-conditioned car with ample space
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Private transfers from hotel to attractions, airport or train station
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All admission fees and expenses mentioned in the itinerary
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Hotel accommodation with breakfast
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Meals mentioned in the itinerary. Meals specified in itinerary as B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner.
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Our 1-on-1 travel consultation and tailor-made service
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International flights not included in the itinerary
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Visa fees, if required
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Meals not included in the itinerary
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Optional excursions and activities not included in the itinerary
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Personal expenses
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Gratuities for guides and drivers
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Customs taxes, overweight baggage fees, baggage storage fees
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