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Sapporo

SKI TOURING IN JAPAN - HOKKAIDO SKI TRIP


Ski Touring

Category

8 Days

Duration

Intermediate

Experience

Intense

Fitness

From 1 to 6

Partecipants


What you'll do

Japan's northernmost island, Hokkaido is considered by many to be the ski capital of Japan. With its massive powder dumps in Niseko, Rusutsu, Kiroro, Sapporo, and the renowned dry powder of central Hokkaido, there aren't too many places in this world which beat the lift accessed powder provided by this Japan's snow world!If there is one word that sums up central Hokkaido’s most important feature and it is this, uniqueness. Many places in the world and throughout Japan have great powder snow. What sets central Hokkaido apart from the pack though, is that the odds here favour deep, light, soft, powder snow. Powder snow is the norm here!


Itinerary

Your adventure begins as you depart from your hometown and head to Tokyo, Japan. Get ready for an unforgettable skiing experience in Japan's top powder destinations. Arrive in Tokyo Narita and prepare for your onward journey to Hokkaido. Catch a domestic flight to Sapporo Chitose. From there, you’ll be transferred to Niseko, one of the best skiing destinations in Japan.
This marks the start of your Japan skiing adventure in the famous Niseko region, known for its world-class powder.
Today, you’ll explore Niseko’s off-piste trails. Niseko is famous for offering some of the best skiing in Japan, with its abundance of deep powder snow. Ski through one of the world’s top powder destinations and enjoy Japan’s finest backcountry skiing.
Reach the top of Mount Yotei, an impressive 1,898m volcano. The descent from here offers a thrilling and steep ride, making it a dream for any skier. However, this adventure is only to be taken in favorable weather conditions. You’ll experience some of the best skiing in Japan on this majestic volcano.
A short 20-minute drive will take you to Rankoshi, where you'll ski in fresh, untouched powder. After a day on the slopes, unwind in the area’s natural hot springs, a perfect combination for a skiing trip in Hokkaido, Japan.
Climb Mount Mekunnai for a 1,000m ascent starting from a nearby ski resort. This is a fantastic day to practice inversions and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. The snow-laden trees and landscapes here will give you a truly unique Japan skiing experience.
Visit Rusutsu Resort, another top skiing spot in Hokkaido. In the evening, head to Sapporo to visit the iconic Sapporo Snow Festival, one of the highlights of skiing in Japan during the winter season.
Bid farewell to the incredible slopes and powder snow of Japan as you head back to Chitose for your flight home.

Important stuff

From the highest peaks to the hidden trails, we've got your back

Once you book, your trip is guaranteed to run, allowing you to book your flights with confidence.

Want to change your departure date or trip? No problem—enjoy maximum flexibility to make changes up to 60 days before departure.

Travel with peace of mind. Our insurance package covers accidents and rescue during outdoor activities, medical expenses, and luggage protection, as well as trip cancellations and 24/7 medical assistance from our insurance partner.

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What's included

Accident insurance
Medical and luggage insurance
Travel cancellation insurance
UIAGM IFMGA Guide
Accommodation
Transport from airport
Transport to airport
Local transport
Flight
Visa (if applicable)
Fuel
Technical Gear
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Snacks and drinks
Tourist tax
Local tipping
Everything not mentioned in the “What’s included”
Guide expenses (meals and lifts)

Accomodations

Niseko Lodge or House


Our base camp could be a lodge or a house in or around Niseko. Each day, depending on the weather and mountain conditions, we will choose to go on sealskin rides or freeride! At the end of the day, for those who wish, the legendary onsen and hot spring water pools in the best Japanese tradition are available on-site. The lodge will have 4 shared bedroom and shared bathroom. The accommodation can change based on the availability and amount of people of the group.

Niseko Cottage


Our base camp could be a cottage around Niseko, in the middle of the forest. The cottage will have 6 different room with single or double room. Moreover there will be a super room dedicated to ski touring equipment and the clothes, heated so you can dry your clothes for the next day! The accommodation can change based on the availability and amount of people of the group.

Niseko House Cottage


Our house could be a cottage in Abuta Discrict Niseko, with different beds for each one of you...5 of you will be able to try sleeping in Japanese beds!! The accommodation can change based on the availability and amount of people of the group.


Guides

Lorenzo

Lorenzo

Lorenzo is a certified IFMGA mountain guide, based at the Dolomites with tons of experience in mountaineering and adventurous trips in Europe and around the world. He has guided international groups of skiers in Japan, climbing Mt. Yotei and several other incredible peaks.


Federico

Federico

Federico is a certified IFMGA mountain guide based in the Dolomites. He is part of the XMountian company of guides.


Meeting point

42.788180748241141.67853299562
Sapporo


Frequently asked questions


Departures

All departures are guaranteed to run

January 2025
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20 Jan
12:00 PM
Mon
27 Jan
12:00 PM

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2990 €
(986 € deposit)
Sun
26 Jan
12:00 PM
Sun
2 Feb
12:00 PM

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2990 €
(986 € deposit)
Sun
2 Feb
12:00 PM
Sun
9 Feb
12:00 PM

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2990 €
(986 € deposit)
Mon
10 Feb
12:00 PM
Mon
17 Feb
12:00 PM

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6 spots left
2990 €
(986 € deposit)
Sun
18 Jan
12:00 PM
Sun
25 Jan
12:00 PM

Confirmed

5 spots left
2990 €
(986 € deposit)

2990 €

(986 € deposit)
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