Itinerary
- Day 1
Tokyo
You'll land at either Narita or Haneda and head to Mitsui Garden Hotel Shiodome Italia-gai in downtown Tokyo. The hotel's location works out well since you've got easy access to transport and plenty of restaurants right around the area. After checking in, you can settle in and grab dinner nearby if you're not too tired from travel.
- Day 2
Tokyo
Start your Tokyo exploration at Tsukiji Fish Market, where you can walk through the bustling seafood stalls and grab fresh sushi for breakfast or lunch. From there, head to Odaiba Seaside Park to check out the Rainbow Bridge and the Statue of Liberty replica for some good photo opportunities. Later, make your way to the Sky Observation Deck in Shibuya for views across the entire city. Before wrapping up, stop by the Hachiko statue near Shibuya Station, where you'll likely see crowds of people paying their respects to Tokyo's most famous dog.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Tsukiji Fish Market
- Stroll at Odaiba Seaside Park
- Experience Shibuya Sky Observation Deck
- Visit Hachiko statue in Shibuya
Landmarks Tsukiji Fish Market Odaiba Seaside Park Rainbow Bridge Shibuya Sky Observation Deck Hachiko statue - Day 3
Tokyo
Start your morning at Meiji Jingu Shrine, a major spiritual site set within forest grounds near Harajuku Station. The peaceful setting makes for a nice walk before you head over to the Imperial Palace, where the East Gardens are open to visitors year-round and offer a different pace from the busier parts of the city. Later in the day, travel to Asakusa to see Senso-ji Temple, Tokyo's oldest Buddhist temple with nearly 1400 years of history. The temple's entrance gate and surrounding area tend to be lively, especially in the afternoon and evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Meiji Jingu Shrine
- Explore Imperial Palace and Imperial East Gardens
- Visit Senso-ji Temple
Landmarks Meiji Jingu Shrine Imperial Palace Imperial East Gardens Senso-ji Temple Yoyogi Park - Day 4
Tokyo
This is your day to do whatever suits you best. You can stay at the hotel and unwind, or head out and wander around the surrounding area at your own pace. There's no scheduled activities, so it's up to you how to spend the time.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 5
Hakone
Travel to Hakone for the day and board the Hakone Pirate Ship on Lake Ashino, where you'll see Mount Fuji across the water. After that, take the Hakone Ropeway up to Owakudani, a volcanic site with white smoke and sulfur scents. Before heading back, visit the black jade shop at this volcanic area, which locals say can add 7 years to your life.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Lake Ashino Pirate Ship voyage
- Hakone Ropeway to Owakudani
- Owakudani volcanic site visit
Optional Activities
- Purchase black jade
Landmarks Lake Ashino Hakone Pirate Ship Hakone Ropeway Owakudani Mount Fuji 
- Day 6
Fuji Five Lakes Region
Start the day in West Lake Village, where you can see thick-thatched roof cottages and get views of Mount Fuji in the distance. Head to Oishi Park on Lake Kawaguchiko's shores, which has flowers year-round and reflections of Mount Fuji. Walk through Oshino Hakkai's eight pure springs in the Fuji Five Lake region. Tour the Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave, a two-tunnel cave formed 1150 years ago. End at Arakurayama Sengen Park for panoramic Mount Fuji views over Fujiyoshida City.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- West Lake Village visit
- Oishi Park visit
- Oshino Hakkai springs visit
- Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave tour
- Arakurayama Sengen Park visit
Landmarks West Lake Village Oishi Park Lake Kawaguchiko Oshino Hakkai Narusawa Hyoketsu Ice Cave Arakigahara Jukai Arakurayama Sengen Park Arakura Fuji Sengen-jinja Shrine Mount Fuji - Day 7
Sapporo
A private vehicle picks you up from your hotel and takes you to the airport for your flight to Sapporo. Once you land and get through the airport, head to HOTEL MYSTAYS Premier Sapporo Park to check in and settle into your new location.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 8
Sapporo Region
Visit Hokkaido Shrine, which was built during the Meiji restoration and is known as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in northern Japan. Stop by Shiroi Koibito Park, a sweets-themed attraction featuring the famous Hokkaido biscuit with exhibits and tours of how they're made. Head to the historic Otaru Canal with its old brick buildings and warehouses. If time allows, take a scenic walk toward Cape Kamui for crystal-clear ocean views.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Hokkaido Shrine visit
- Shiroi Koibito Park visit
- Otaru Canal stroll
- Cape Kamui promenade walk
Landmarks Hokkaido Shrine Shiroi Koibito Park Otaru Canal Cape Kamui - Day 9
Furano & Biei
Travel through Patchwork Road's flower fields and iconic trees by car or bicycle. Visit Hokusei-no-oka Observatory Park with lavender and sunflowers overlooking the Taisetsu mountain range. Explore Shikisai-no-oka's 15-hectare floral gardens with over 30 flower varieties. Spend time at Farm Tomita in Furano, an iconic lavender destination with around 100 flower species. End your day at Ningle Terrace, a cozy retreat with 17 handmade craft shops in the forest that lights up beautifully at night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Patchwork Road scenic drive or bicycle tour
- Hokusei-no-oka Observatory Park visit
- Shikisai-no-oka flower gardens visit
- Farm Tomita Furano visit
- Ningle Terrace visit
Landmarks Patchwork Road Hokusei-no-oka Observatory Park Taisetsu Mountain Range Oka-no-machi Biei Shikisai-no-oka Farm Tomita Ningle Terrace - Day 10
Hokkaido
Start your full-day adventure at Asahiyama Zoo, where you can see polar bears, wolves, big cats, and apes. Don't miss the glass tunnel penguin viewing experience. After that, head to Shirogane Blue Pond to see its distinctive azure color and check out the nearby Shirahige Falls.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Asahiyama Zoo visit
- Shirogane Blue Pond visit
- Shirahige Falls visit
Landmarks Asahiyama Zoo Shirogane Blue Pond Shirahige Falls - Day 11
Lake Toya & Lake Shikotsu
Visit Cape Chikyu, Hokkaido's top-ranked nature spot with great views. Head to Mt. Showa Shinzan, an active volcano born from Mt. Usu's eruption, where you can see volcanic smoke and the red mountain body overlooking Lake Toya. Check out the Sairo Observation Deck for views of Lake Toya and Nakajima, known as Hokkaido's non-freezing lake. Explore Lake Shikotsu National Park, the northernmost ice-free lake with clear waters and mountains all around.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cape Chikyu visit
- Mt. Showa Shinzan visit
- Sairo Observation Deck visit
- Lake Shikotsu visit
Optional Activities
- Hokkaido sweets shopping at Sairo Observation Deck souvenir corner
Landmarks Cape Chikyu Mt. Showa Shinzan Mt. Usu Lake Toya Nakajima Sairo Observation Deck Lake Shikotsu Lake Shikotsu National Park - Day 12
Departure
Your private transport takes you from the hotel in Sapporo to CTS airport for your departing flight. Make sure to allow enough time for check-in and getting through the airport before your flight.
