Highlights
Explore the largest National Park in Japan over 4 days
Discover a land of sparkling lakes, craggy mountains, and the wildlife that calls this area home on a short hiking adventure.
Dive into the unspoiled wilderness of Daisetsuzan National Park with a local guide eager to share their expertise with you.
Top off your days exploring Japan’s largest National Park with local delights like Sake from Kita Taisetsu sake brewing company.
Tap into the local way of life, pitching in to help local farmers with their melon harvest as you learn about a unique way of life.
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- Itinerary
- Dates & Prices
- Accommodation
- Included
- English-speaking guide
- Driver
- Parking, fuel, and highway fees
- 10% consumption tax
- Admission fees according to the itinerary
- Flights to and from Hokkaido
- Visas if required
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Travel insurance
- Anything not stated as ‘included’
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- FAQ
- How hard is the 4-Day Daisetsuzan National Park Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Japan?
- Are meals included on the 4-Day Daisetsuzan National Park Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Sounkyo to start this tour?
- Is the 4-Day Daisetsuzan National Park Tour in English?
- Where does the 4-Day Daisetsuzan National Park Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Japan?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Japan?
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4-Day Daisetsuzan National Park Hike Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive at Airport and Transfer to Sounkyo
Welcome to Hokkaido! On arrival at the Asahikawa Airport today, you’ll meet your driver and local English speaking hiking guide to transfer to Sounkyo where the adventure begins.
Here, you’ll get your first introduction to the Daisetsuzan National Park. Tonight, you will stay at an onsen hotel in this incredible gorge setting. Once you’ve checked in, pay a visit to the Daisetsuzan Garden, and top it off with a stop at the Kita Taisetsu sake brewing company!
Overnight Location: Onsen Hotel or Villa
Distance: None
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Trek Mt. Kurodake and Continue to Nukabira
Following a delicious breakfast this morning, you’ll begin the day with a thrilling trek up Mt. Kurodake to get warmed up. Known as a top location for on-piste and back-country skiing in the winter, Mt. Kurodake is a great mountain with stunning views of the surrounding area. Depending on your hiking ability, it is an adjustable hike as well (ride the summer lifts midway up, or start at the bottom and tackle the whole thing). When you finish you will travel via the incredible Mikuni Pass (don’t forget to try to spot the chipmunks at the peak of the pass!) to Nukabira, famous for its disappearing bridge.
Tonight, you’ll unwind at a unique local onsen-hotel that serves incredible healthy food, locally sourced and lovingly prepared. Following a delectable meal, you can relax in the outdoor baths here before a good night’s rest.
Overnight Location: Local Onsen Hotel
Distance: 2-5km, 460m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3 Hakuunzan Hike to Minami-Furano
This morning you’ll wave goodbye to beautiful Nukabira as you set out for a hike at Hakuunzan, overlooking Lake Shikaribetsu. This location is one of the few locations in Hokkaido where you can see the pika that live in this mountainous area (they are super cute!). Today’s hike will be spectacular, and at the top you will be rewarded with panoramic views of Lake Shikaribetsu.
On conclusion of today’s hike, you’ll head for Minami-Furano to spend your final overnight. Stay lakeside at a cabin or cozy local hotel.
Overnight Location: Hotel
Distance: 5km, 280m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 4 Last Moments in Daisetsuzan National Park
Today you’ll want to soak up your final moments in the beautiful Daisetsuzan National Park. Set out with your local guide to explore the surrounding forests, or perhaps lend a hand to a local farmer as you learn about the melon harvest in the area.
Once you’ve said your goodbyes, it’s time to head to the Asahikawa Airport, or you can extend the trip for one more night to include the Asahidake hike.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
2026 Pricing for 4-Day Daisetsuzan National Park Hike The departures are available starting daily from April 1 to October 31, 2026.
The starting price for two people sharing a double room is JPY600000 per person.
Accommodation on 4-Day Daisetsuzan National Park Hike Tour
This tour is based in traditional onsen hotels. “Onsen” means “hot spring” and these hotels are based around natural hot springs. One night is spent at a local hotel or cabin.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the 4-Day Daisetsuzan National Park Hike Tour?
Meals
3 breakfasts and 3 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 3 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour and after the tour are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour, including transfers to and from the airport.
Also included
Not included
Optional Extras
We rate the difficulty of this tour 3/5. You’ll have some options to make your itinerary harder or easier, depending on your groups needs.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
3 breakfasts and 3 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) where you’ll meet your guide and driver to transfer to your starting point hotel in Sounkyo.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
This tour ends in Minami-Furano. A return transfer to Asahikawa Airport (AKJ) is included.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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