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Enjoy a multi-day adventure at Lake Toya and Niseko
Experience the best of Lake Toya and Niseko with guided walking, cycling, traditional music, foraging and more.
Find yourself perched hillside with a fun gelato making workshop to top off a day of exploring local volcanoes.
Learn the ins and outs of this magical land, as you help with vegetable harvesting, and join a guide for a foraging expedition.
Swap your walking shoes for the saddle as you enjoy horseback riding near lake Toya.
The best adventures are those that introduce us to the most beautiful natural landscapes of an area, but also those that immerse us in the local culture of a destination. The Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active Tour invites you to discover the best of this unique area on Northern Japan’s stunning island of Hokkaido.
Over 7 incredible days, you’ll enjoy an array of guided activities designed to plunge you into the fascinating culture and traditions of the areas that comprise Lake Toya and Niseko. Join a volcano meister for a in depth look at the Mt. Usu eruption area, then cool off with a gelato making workshop overlooking Lake Toya. The adventure continues with unique experiences like vegetable harvesting, mochi-making, exploring a local seafood auction and so much more. On day 5, you’ll team up with a local outdoors guide to forage for seasonal vegetables before firing up a feast outdoors.
A thrilling immersive experience awaits for those who want to experience the magic of Hokkaido. Book the Guided Lake Toya and Niseko Cultural Active tour and come to know this unique part of Northern Japan for yourself!
The best adventures are those that introduce us to the most beautiful natural landscapes of an area, but also those that immerse us in the local culture of a destination. The Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active Tour invites you to discover the best of this unique area on Northern Japan’s stunning island of Hokkaido.
Over 7 incredible days, you’ll enjoy an array of guided activities designed to plunge you into the fascinating culture and traditions of the areas that comprise Lake Toya and Niseko. Join a volcano meister for a in depth look at the Mt. Usu eruption area, then cool off with a gelato making workshop overlooking Lake Toya. The adventure continues with unique experiences like vegetable harvesting, mochi-making, exploring a local seafood auction and so much more. On day 5, you’ll team up with a local outdoors guide to forage for seasonal vegetables before firing up a feast outdoors.
A thrilling immersive experience awaits for those who want to experience the magic of Hokkaido. Book the Guided Lake Toya and Niseko Cultural Active tour and come to know this unique part of Northern Japan for yourself!
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Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive at New Chitose Airport and Transfer to Noboribetsu
Welcome to Hokkaido! On arrival at New Chitose Airport today, you’ll meet your driver and local English speaking guide to transfer to Noboribestu where the adventure begins.
Visit the Hell Valley, Oyunama and a hot spring river to get your first glimpses of this remarkable natural area. Return to your onsen hotel for a good nights’ rest.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Noboribetsuko
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Bound for Lake Toya
Today you’ll leave Noboribetsu to head to Lake Toya. Lake Toya is a volcanic caldera lake in the Shikotsu-Toya National Park and is known for its endless panoramic views over rugged volcanic landscapes.
Once here you’ll join a volcano Meister for a guided intro to the Mt.Usu eruption area. Later, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before topping off the day with a gelato making workshop overlooking the sparkling waters of Lake Toya.
Overnight Location: Resort in Toyako-Cho
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3 Daytrip to Kuromatsunai
Today is all about finding yourself immersed in the cultural wonders of Kuromatsunai! Feel the breeze as you hop on bikes to explore on two wheels, then pitch in for vegetable harvesting as you learn about local agricultural practices and ways of life. You’ll enjoy a musical instrument experience with taiko drums, then the grand finale awaits you at a mochi-making workshop.
Return to your hotel at Lake Toya or stay a little longer in Kuromatsunai to enjoy dinner with friendly locals.
Overnight Location: Resort in Toyako-Cho
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 4 Adventures on the Way to Niseko
The final destination today is Niseko where you’ll spend your next overnight. On departure from Lake Toya this morning, you can opt for horseback riding or a visit to Toyoura for a scallop and harbor experience and a lively visit to a local seafood auction.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Niseko
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 5 Explore the Great Outdoors of Niseko
Get to know the beauty of Niseko firsthand today as you team up with a local outdoor guide to enjoy a variety of unique adventures. Set out into the forest to forage for seasonal mountain veggies, try your luck at the catch of the day on the river, or pitch in to build a wooden raft and set sail on the river.
This afternoon, you can visit a local gin distillery or a dairy farm.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Niseko
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 6 Explore Niseko on Two Wheels
Today you’ll enjoy exploring Niseko from the perspective of two wheels as you join a cycling guide to pedal your way around this picturesque resort town.
Kick back at your onsen this afternoon and enjoy kaiseki, a traditional multi-course Japanese dinner to top off a week’s worth of adventures on Hokkaido!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Niseko
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 7 Departure Day
Depending on your flight time today, you may be able to squeeze in a visit to Sapporo before checking out and heading to the airport for onwards travel. Your trip concludes after transfer to New Chitose Airport. Sayōnara!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active Tour Price and Dates
This guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.- Group of 2: from JPY 961550*
Accommodation on Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active 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 Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active Tour?
Meals
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 6 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 6 nights are included. Accommodations before 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
- English-speaking guide
- Driver
- Parking, fuel, and highway fees
- 10% consumption tax
- Admission fees according to the itinerary
Not included
- Flights to and from Hokkaido
- Visas if required
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Travel insurance
- Anything not stated as ‘included’
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- How hard is the Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Japan?
- Are meals included on the Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Noboribetsu to start this tour?
- Is the Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active Tour? in English?
- Where does the Lake Toya & Niseko Cultural Active Tour? end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Japan?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Japan?
We rate the difficulty of this tour as 2/5. You can also customize the activities during the tour to make this tour easier or harder, based on your needs and preferences.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
6 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 6 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 New Chitose Airport (CTS) where you’ll meet your driver and guide to the start of the tour in Noboribetsu.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends in Niseko. You’ll be transferred to New Chitose Airport (CTS) to departure from here.
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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We are Hokkaido Treasure Island Travel (HTIT), an award-winning team of creators of unique, perfectly tailored Hokkaido travel experiences. HTIT Team is deeply rooted in Hokkaido, North Japan. In 2004, HTIT started its journey as a pioneer of a new style of luxury adventure travel. Our beginning was modest and small-scale, but through our years of service we have grown, and have earned the trust of regular customers who wish to travel with us again and again.
We are constantly opening new doors and making local destinations previously inaccessible for travelers available all over Hokkaido. We provide a compelling combination of personal and professional travel advice, knowledge beyond that of the guidebook insider, and behind the scenes access to places and authentic local experiences generally not available for the public. Our mission is to create for you a journey of a lifetime, every time you travel with us.
