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Fly overnight to the relaxed city of Sapporo, gateway to Japan’s captivating northern island of Hokkaido. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and settle into your surroundings. Depending on your flight time, the remainder of the day is free for you to begin exploring the city at leisure, soaking up its laidback atmosphere, vibrant streets and local flavours before meeting your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner this evening.

Explore the vibrant city of Sapporo on a full-day tour discovering how it became Hokkaido’s cultural and commercial heart. Step back in time at the Historical Village of Hokkaido, home to beautifully preserved 19th-century buildings, before visiting the iconic Clock Tower and strolling through leafy Odori Park. Later, enjoy a tasting at the Sapporo Beer Museum and experience the lively atmosphere of Sapporo’s famous Ramen Alley.

Discover the legacy of the 1972 Winter Olympics, the event that placed Sapporo firmly on the world stage. Visit the fascinating Olympic Museum, home to interactive exhibits celebrating the city’s sporting history, before ascending the Okura Ski Jump for spectacular panoramic views across Sapporo. Later, travel to the charming canal city of Otaru, where you’ll have free time to explore its historic streets, boutiques and cafés before returning to Sapporo for dinner.

Journey through Hokkaido’s picturesque countryside on a scenic drive to Furano, a region celebrated for its rural landscapes and seasonal beauty. Visit the vibrant Shikisai-no-Oka Flower Garden, where colourful blooms stretch across rolling hills, and sample the area’s famous lavender ice cream. Later, enjoy a winery visit with tasting and lunch before stopping at the striking Blue Pond, renowned for its vivid turquoise waters, ahead of time to relax at your hotel or unwind in the onsen before dinner.

Travel into the spectacular wilderness of Daisetsuzan National Park to visit Mount Asahidake, Hokkaido’s highest peak. Ascend by cable car to Sugatami Station at 1,600 metres, where a leisurely walk reveals dramatic volcanic landscapes, alpine scenery and seasonal wildflowers. Later, visit the Otokoyama Sake Brewery Museum to learn about traditional sake production and enjoy a tasting before returning to Furano, where you can relax at the hotel or unwind in the onsen before dinner.

Journey through Hokkaido’s beautiful rural landscapes to Kushiro Marsh, Japan’s largest wetland and an important haven for wildlife. Enjoy a gentle canoeing experience along the peaceful Kushiro River, with opportunities to spot local birdlife including the rare red-crowned crane. After free time for lunch, continue to the tranquil shores of Lake Akan and settle into your lakeside hotel before experiencing a traditional Ainu dance performance, a UNESCO-recognised cultural art form.

Cruise across the tranquil waters of Lake Akan, set within the spectacular scenery of Akan Mashu National Park. Stop at a small island renowned for its rare marimo moss balls before returning to shore to explore the traditional Ainu Village and learn more about the region’s indigenous culture. After lunch, continue to Lake Kussharo, stopping en route at Mount Io to witness its dramatic geothermal vents and steaming volcanic landscape before arriving at your lakeside hotel.

Wake early to witness the magical ‘Sea of Clouds’ drifting across Lake Kussharo as the morning light rises over the landscape. After breakfast, visit a local dairy farm to discover why Hokkaido’s rich, creamy milk is celebrated across Japan. Enjoy a milking demonstration, sample fresh produce and try your hand at butter making before continuing your journey. The following day, explore the wild beauty of the Shiretoko Peninsula, from scenic walks and wildlife spotting to an unforgettable bear-spotting cruise along the rugged coastline.

Travel from Shiretoko to Abashiri to visit the fascinating former prison museum, offering insight into the harsh realities of Meiji-era convict labour in northern Japan. Continue to the Museum of Northern Peoples to discover artefacts and exhibitions celebrating indigenous Ainu culture. Later, visit Kitami, once famed for producing the majority of the world’s mint oil, where you’ll explore a heritage mint museum, visit a traditional distillery and sample the region’s refreshing mint ice cream.

Begin the day in Sounkyo, surrounded by the dramatic scenery of Daisetsuzan National Park. Ride the Mount Kurodake ropeway for sweeping mountain views before enjoying a gentle forest walk through Hokkaido’s peaceful wilderness. Later, journey back towards Sapporo, stopping at the charming craft village of Kita-no-Arashiyama to browse artisan pottery, woodcrafts and glassware. This evening, gather for a farewell dinner before your return flight home the following day.