Japan Private Tour (JPN024) Hokkaido from Furano to Sapporo 5D4N Adventure

Hakodate Ropeway for panoramic city views - Relaxing hot spring bath (Onsen)

Upon arriving at New Chitose Airport on Hokkaido and completing immigration formalities, our team will be waiting to welcome you at the airport. We will then head to Noboribetsu to admire the beauty of Jigokudani, also known as "Hell Valley"—an area filled with bubbling mud pools and steaming hot vents that create a fiery, otherworldly atmosphere. This is Hokkaido's most famous mineral spring and onsen source, and an absolute must-visit destination.

For lunch, enjoy Japanese cuisine at a specially selected restaurant before continuing to Hakodate to explore the historic Motomachi district at the foot of Mount Hakodate. The area features 19 sloping streets that lead straight toward the harbor. Visitors can soak in the vintage atmosphere, lined with Western-style buildings, historic churches, charming restaurants, and nostalgic residences. Hakodate was once a major trading and cultural hub with Western nations, as beautifully reflected in its distinct architecture.

Next, we will take the ropeway up to Mount Hakodate, which offers spectacular views of the city surrounded by the sea on both sides. From this observation point, the city appears almost like an island surrounded by water, with breathtaking views both during the day and at night. It is celebrated as one of the best viewpoints in Japan, alongside Mount Inasa in Nagasaki and Mount Rokko in Kobe.

In the evening, return to HEWITT RESORT HAKODATE (or equivalent), where you can relax in the onsen to soothe your fatigue and recharge for the next day's adventure.

Hakodate Morning Market - Red Brick Warehouses - Goryokaku Tower - Photo stop at Showa Shinzan - Onsen

This morning begins with breakfast at the hotel before heading to Hakodate Morning Market, home to more than 250 shops selling fresh Hokkaido seafood such as crab, salmon, and shrimp. Local fruits and vegetables are also available for you to savor fresh, delicious flavors. For those who enjoy excitement, you can also try the squid fishing experience right at the market.

Next, head to the Red Brick Warehouses with a history of over 100 years. In the past, they were used as storage warehouses for wealthy merchants, but today they have been transformed into numerous shops, souvenir stores, a beer hall, and restaurants. Travelers can stroll along the bay and enjoy coffee while taking in the beautiful atmosphere.

For lunch, we will enjoy Japanese cuisine before visiting Goryokaku Tower, which stands 90 meters high and offers a 360-degree view. The ground floor features souvenir shops and restaurants. Afterward, we will take photos with Mount Showa Shinzan, formed by volcanic eruptions between 1944-1945, which is now cared for by the government as a natural monument.

In the evening, return to the hotel for dinner and an onsen soak at TOYA NONOKASE HOTEL (or equivalent).

3 Types of Grilled Crab

After breakfast at the hotel, we will visit Fugidashi Park, featuring a 13.5-meter-tall Buddha statue surrounded by beautiful nature, especially in the summer when over 150,000 lavender plants bloom.

Then, head to Otaru, a charming port city famous for the scenic Otaru Canal. Experience the romantic evening ambiance and visit the Otaru Music Box Museum, housed in a historic red-brick and timber building. You will also see the Otaru Steam Clock, which chimes and puffs steam every 15 minutes.

In the evening, enjoy dinner at a Japanese restaurant with a grilled buffet featuring 3 types of crab for you to indulge in.

Afterward, we will take you back to the hotel to relax.

After breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the Hill of the Buddha, which features a 13.5-meter-tall Buddha statue surrounded by stunning nature, especially in summer, when you can see more than 150,000 lavender plants.

Next, we head to Mitsui Outlet Park, the largest outlet mall in Hokkaido, offering a wide array of brand-name stores for a satisfying shopping spree. Afterward, continue shopping along Tanukikoji Shopping Street, where numerous popular shops await you.

In the evening, enjoy free time to choose your own dinner at leisure.

Afterward, we will take you back to the hotel to rest.

On the final day of the trip, after breakfast at the hotel, it is time to head to New Chitose Airport for your flight back to Bangkok.