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Journey to the East, featuring Sapporo Snow Festival

8 days
From Sapporo to Abashiri
5.0
2 traveler reviews
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
Age range 10 to 80
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Highlights

  • Sapporo Snow Festival
  • Sunrise at the Red-Crowned Crane Sanctuary
  • Traditional performance by indigenous Ainu people
  • Abashiri Ice-Breaker cruise

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Met on arrival to Sapporo Shin-Chitose Airport
  2. Day 2 Experience Sapporo Snow Festival/ Day trip to Otaru
  3. Day 3 Scenic train journey eastbound to Kushiro
  4. Day 4 Lake Akan: Sunrise to Sunset, stunning winter scenery
  5. Day 5 Drive to Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo
  6. Day 6 Discover the breathtaking Shiretoko National Park
  7. Day 7 Abashiri
  8. Day 8 Tour Ends at Abashiri
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Additional Services

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Operated by

Oomi Travel

4.3
(60 reviews)

Number of tours

6

Age Range

10 to 80 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

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  • Itinerary
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    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Accommodation
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    5.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    5.0
  • 4.3
  • Journey to the East, featuring Sapporo Snow Festival reviewer 1
    · February 13th, 2023
    We got to see the Red Crowned Cranes and sea eagles on drift ice.
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    Oomi Travel commented on this review
    Wow, looks amazing. We hope you had a great time and thank you so much for joining our trip.
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    Trip date: February 2023
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    · April 11th, 2019
    I traveled as a solo traveler to Eastern...
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    Trip date: February 2019

Dates & Availability

8 days
Journey to the East, featuring Sapporo Snow Festival
From Sapporo to Abashiri

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    Patricia

    Asked on March 22nd, 2025

    Do I need a visa to join this tour?

    Visa
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      It depends on your nationality; please check your local embassy for the most accurate visa requirements.

  • K

    Katie

    Asked on March 21st, 2025

    Is there only 1 departure on the 3 Feb 2026? What would be the price for a single? Is there a deal for single?

    Price / Availability
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      Currently we have one departure. If you are interested in self-guided tour, we can tailor the date to your arrival date. Price for Single traveller is EUR4990. There is no deal for single at the moment.

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      Katie

      TravelerWritten March 2025

      Could you arrange the way back to Sapporo? If yes, how? And how much it costs? Could you arrange hotel Pre & post program? Could we reserve later in the middle of the year? How much would it be? And how much is the minimum deposit?

    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten March 2025

      After the tour, we can organise post-tour program including transfers. Options include: Ski in Niseko, visit Asahikawa Winter Festival, take domestic flight to Tokyo/Osaka, or international flight from New Chitose Airport. Two ways to return to Sapporo: by train/bus or by plane from Abashiri. You can reserve later in the year on self-guided basis. Minimum deposit is €975.00 per person. Winter activities may be unavailable after early March.

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      Katie

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      Could you arrange the way back from Abashiri to Sapporo, either by train or by plane, the convenient one? And include it in the package as I would like to start & end in Sapporo?

    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten April 2025

      We suggest domestic flight to Sapporo from Abashiri. It takes less than one hour. Train takes nearly 7 hours. We'll arrange your return back from Abashiri to Sapporo.

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    Marina

    Asked on February 28th, 2025

    Is transportation provided during the tour?

    Transport
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten February 2025

      Yes, all transportation between locations is included in the tour package.

  • S

    Sem

    Asked on January 14th, 2025

    Can I customize my tour itinerary?

    Tour Details
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten January 2025

      We can discuss customization options based on your preferences and requirements.

  • H

    Harley

    Asked on December 25th, 2024

    What is the cost of this tour?

    Price / Availability
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten December 2024

      The price should be displayed in AUD when you go to book the tour on our site.

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    Colleen

    Asked on November 7th, 2024

    What arrangements can be made for extra nights after the tour?

    Accommodation
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten November 2024

      Post-tour accommodation can be arranged depending on availability at the hotel.

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    Nicole

    Asked on October 18th, 2024

    Are there any special activities included in the itinerary?

    Other
    Tour Details
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten October 2024

      The itinerary includes various activities, you can discuss any specific interests you have for personalized options.

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    Tiffany

    Asked on October 15th, 2024

    Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    Travel Support
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten October 2024

      Insurance is not included, but we recommend obtaining travel insurance for your protection during the trip.

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    Deborah

    Asked on August 7th, 2024

    What is the maximum group size for this tour?

    Group size
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten August 2024

      We cap all of our tours at 12 people, although some may have fewer depending on bookings.

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    Cassandra

    Asked on April 24th, 2024

    How can we store our skiing equipment during the tour?

    Transport
    • Oomi TravelOperatorWritten April 2024

      We can arrange a storage solution for your skis while you are on the tour.

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Tour ID: 114311

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  • Vaccines
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    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Japan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before September 19th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after September 19th, 2025, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with Oomi Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Oomi Travel will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "Oomi Travel" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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