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Active Japan: North to South Adventure (Small Group Tours)

Summary:

Japan is one of those magical places you can visit again and again, but this 18-day adventure skips Tokyo to take you way off the beaten path. Hike Hokkaido's stunning national parks, snorkel in Okinawa's crystal-clear waters, and dive into local eats in ...

Duration
18 Days
Cities
6
Next Departure
15-May-2025
Starting at
± EUR 7,965.00
Price per day
± EUR 442.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
G Adventures
Tour
Active Japan: North to South Adventure
Travel Style
Small Group Tours
Group Size
1 - 12
Categories
tour category: Divingtour category: Boattour category: Bicyclingtour category: Walking

Summary

Japan is one of those magical places you can visit again and again, but this 18-day adventure skips Tokyo to take you way off the beaten path. Hike Hokkaido's stunning national parks, snorkel in Okinawa's crystal-clear waters, and dive into local eats in Okinawa’s famous "blue zone". Paddle your way through Iriomote’s mangroves and cycle the peaceful streets of Taketomi Island. If you thought Japan was all big cities, think again — this trip is packed with hidden gems and epic outdoor adventures that will totally change your perspective.

Map: Active Japan: North to South Adventure (G Adventures)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Tokyo/Shiretoko
Day 2
Shiretoko
Day 3
Shiretoko
Day 4
Shiretoko/Akan-Ko
Day 5
Akan-Ko/Asahikawa
Day 6
Asahikawa
Day 7
Asahikawa/Sapporo
Day 8
Sapporo
Day 9
Sapporo/Kyoto
Day 10
Kyoto
Day 11
Kyoto
Day 12
Kyoto To Yanbaru National Park
Day 13
Yanbaru National Park
Day 14
Kunigami/Ishigaki
Day 15
Ishigaki
Day 16
Taketomi Island
Day 17
Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park
Day 18
Ishigaki

Travel Cities (6): Asahikawa, Kyoto, Naha, Otaru, Sapporo, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Shiretoko Five Lakes and Furepe Waterfall treks, Spot Wildlife in Hokkaido's National parks, Sample local Sapporo beer from the source, Hike through Kyoto's trails in Fushimi Inari and Kurama to Kibune, Kayak, snorkel and bike through the islands of Okinawa.
  • Japan is one of those magical places you can visit again and again, but this 18-day adventure skips Tokyo to take you way off the beaten path. Hike Hokkaido's stunning national parks, snorkel in Okinawa's crystal-clear waters, and dive into local eats in Okinawa’s famous "blue zone". Paddle your way through Iriomote’s mangroves and cycle the peaceful streets of Taketomi Island. If you thought Japan was all big cities, think again — this trip is packed with hidden gems and epic outdoor adventures that will totally change your perspective.

Included in Price

  • 17 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 8 dinners
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
    Your Local Living Moment: Ryokan Stay, Akan-ko
    Your Foodie Moment: Ramen Dinner in Asahikawa, Asahikawa. Shiretoko Five Lake trek. Furepe waterfall hike. Primeval Forest hiking. Sulphur mountain visit. Lake Kussharo hot spring beach. Lake Mashu Observation Deck. Akan Ryokan stay. Asahikawa Ramen dinner. Asahidake Ropeway. Sugatami Pong hike. Free time in Sapporo. Nijo Market visit. Sapporo Beer Museum visit and beer tasting. Kurama to Kibune trek & shrine visits. Fushimi Inari Taisha hike. Okinawa Rail Observation & Ibe-dake Forest Trail Trek. Yasuda Sea Kayaking excursion. Traditional Sabani Boat tour. Taketomi island cycling excursion. Mangrove kayak and hike on Iriomote Island. Internal flights. All transportation to/from included activities.

Travel Package

 

Coming from

 

Going to

Tour...

Tokyo

Arrow Going To

Naha

Group ToursThis is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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