Magical winter events and experiences: A 4-day trip to Chitose, Otaru, and Asahikawa Arrive at New Chitose Airport and depart from Asahikawa Airport
Known worldwide as a prime skiing resort, Hokkaido is also a winter festival paradise. A wide variety of fascinating events are held all over the prefecture during the cold season. From dreamlike winter scenery to fun snow activities, this four-day itinerary is full of incredible experiences that you can find only in the winter of Hokkaido.
Course Outline
DAY1 ＋more
New Chitose Airport
55 minutes by bus
5 minutes on foot
Chitose and Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival
Take a bus and train trip to Otaru (2 hours 20 minutes), where you will check in at accommodation, and then walk for 10 minutes.
Otaru Snow Light Path Festival
DAY2 ＋more
Otaru Station
3 hours by train and bus
Take buses to the Sounkyo area (3 hours), where you will check in at accommodation, and then walk for 10 minutes.
DAY3 ＋more
2 hours 10 minutes by bus and on foot
Kitasaito Asahikawa Winter Garden
20 minutes on foot
Asahikawa Heiwa Street Shopping Park
50 minutes by train
15 minutes on foot
Biei View sightseeing bus: The Winter Illumination Course
Take trains and a taxi to Furano (1 hour), and check in at accommodation.
DAY4 ＋more
Take a 30-minute bus trip to Furano Ski Resort from Furano
1 hour 10 minutes by bus
Asahikawa Airport
