Hike + BIKE JAPAN
CULTURAL IMMERSION through ACTIVE EXCURSIONS
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ACTIVITY DATA (TOTAL)
TOUR DESCRIPTION
Join us as we leave the beaten path behind to drive, hike, cruise and explore the furthest, isolated reaches of Japan, on an island steeped in beauty and lost in time. Experience the incredible scenery, abundant wildlife, unique culture and gourmet foods that relatively few visitors to Japan ever do.
IMAGE GALLERY (2018)
PRICE INCLUDES
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LODGING
All lodging for the duration of the tour, including a night in Sapporo on the evening before the tour commences (on the day of arrival), and another on the final evening of the tour (the day before departure). Rooms may be either Japanese or Western style, depending on customer preference, rates and availability. The price of ¥300,000 per person is based on double occupancy. A ¥25,000 surcharge will be added for those requesting single occupancy.
① [ 9 nights from 8/28 - 9/5 ] / ② [ 9 nights from 9/17 - 9/25 ]
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GROUND TRANSPORTATION
All ground transportation, by private car, for the duration of the tour. Please note, depending on when you arrive in and depart from Sapporo, we may be able to provide transfer from/to Chitose airport, but this is not guaranteed nor included in the price of the tour. If necessary, we can help you make arrangements for transportation to and from the airport, but you will be responsible for the associated costs.
① [ 8 days from 8/29 - 9/5 ] / ② [ 8 days from 9/18 - 9/25 ]
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DINNERS & BREAKFASTS
All dinners and breakfasts, excluding dinner on the day of arrival, and breakfast on the day of departure. We will aim to eat a variety of traditional Japanese dishes, including various local and seasonal specialities as well the famed fresh seafood Hokkaido has on offer. Meals will be split between hotels and restaurants. Of course, our priority is also to accommodate all guests' dietary restrictions and individual tastes.
① [ 8 dinners & breakfasts from 8/28 - 9/5 ] / ② [ 8 dinners & breakfasts from 9/17 - 9/25 ]
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GUIDED HIKES
Three fully guided day-hikes to the summits of:
- Mt. Asahi (Daisetsuzan National Park)
- Mt. Rausu (Shiretoko National Park)
- Mt. Meakan (Akan National Park)
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ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
All other scheduled activities and excursions:
- Ainu museum
- Shiretoko "5 Lakes" walking tour
- Bear-watching and sightseeing cruise
- Ainu culture show
PRICE EXCLUDES
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Airfare to/from Sapporo
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Any lodging prior to ① 8/28 / ② 9/17 or beyond ① 9/5 / ② 9/25, should you wish to arrive earlier and/or stay longer in Sapporo
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Airport transfers* [See the "ground transportation" section above]
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Lunches, drinks and snacks
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Travel/hiking insurance
GROUP SIZE / GUIDES
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For this tour to operate at the listed price, we require a minimum of 3 persons.
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Group size will be limited to a maximum of 10 persons.
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In general, for groups of 3-4 people, one guide will be provided, while groups of 5-10 people will be accompanied by two guides.
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If you are interested in booking as a private tour for one person, please contact us for a price quote.
AT-A-GLANCE ITINERARY
①Aug. 28th
②Sept. 17th
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Arrival in Sapporo & transfer to hotel
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Independent sightseeing
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Meet your guides and pre-trip briefing
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Overnight in Sapporo
①Aug. 29th
②Sept. 18th
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Transportation to Daisetsuzan National Park
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Visit to an Ainu Museum
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Overnight at the foot of Mt. Asahi
①Aug. 30th
②Sept. 19th
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Hike to the summit of Mt. Asahi
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Post-hike free time
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Overnight at the foot of Mt. Asahi
①Aug. 31st
②Sept. 20th
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Transportation to Shiretoko National Park
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Short hike to a waterfall along the way
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Shiretoko "5 Lakes" Walking Tour
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Overnight at the foot of Mt. Rausu
①Sept. 1st
②Sept. 21st
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Hike to the summit of Mt. Rausu
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Stargazing from Rausu Pass
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Overnight by the ocean in Utoro
①Sept. 2nd
②Sept. 22nd
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Sightseeing / bear watching cruise along the Shiretoko Peninsula
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Transportation to Akan National Park
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Overnight near Lake Akan
①Sept. 3rd
②Sept. 23rd
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Hike to the summit of Mt. Meakan
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Post-hike free time
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Overnight near Lake Akan
①Sept. 4th
②Sept. 24th
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Akan & Masshu lakes sightseeing
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Ainu Cultural Show
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Overnight near Lake Akan
①Sept. 5th
②Sept. 25th
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Transportation back to Sapporo
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Group sightseeing
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Overnight in Sapporo
①Sept. 6th
②Sept. 26th
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Transfer to airport
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Departure from Sapporo
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① August 28th - September 6th, 2022
¥380,000 per person
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Hiking the Highlights of Japan's Wild North
② September 17th - September 26th, 2022
¥380,000 per person
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