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Hokkaido Northern Frontier: FLEX Toyota Land Cruiser Self-Drive Adventure, 5 Days
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Hokkaido Northern Frontier: FLEX Toyota Land Cruiser Self-Drive Adventure, 5 Days

Drive a customized Land Cruiser Bamba to explore Sapporo, Biei, and Tokachi; stay in hot spring and nature resort hotels.

Hokkaido · Sapporo · Biei · Tokachi· Self-Drive · Hot Springs · Nature Resort

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Hokkaido Northern Frontier: FLEX Toyota Land Cruiser Self-Drive Adventure, 5 Days

Embark on a 5-day, 4-night self-drive tour of Hokkaido in a FLEX-customized Toyota Land Cruiser Bamba. On Day 1, upon arrival at Shin-Chitose Airport, you will be transferred to the FLEX Sapporo store to pick up your vehicle, then drive yourself to InterContinental Sapporo. Proceed along the Biei field roads to Shirogane Onsen, then enter the Tokachi natural basin to check into Moving Inn Tokachi for an outdoor sauna and nature-resort experience. On Day 4, use the hotel as a base to explore the Pacific coast. On Day 5, head to Obihiro Airport to take a domestic flight back to Tokyo. Stops and experiences marked as optional are not included in the basic package and must be arranged separately based on time, season, and cost. The basic itinerary can be extended by three days with summer, autumn, or winter routes depending on the departure date; extension portions incur additional fees.

Drive a FLEX-customized Toyota Land Cruiser Bamba, enjoying four-wheel-drive capability and road comfort.Start from Sapporo, linking the Biei fields, Shirogane Onsen, and the Tokachi natural basin.Stay at InterContinental Sapporo, Shirogane Onsen Hotel, and Moving Inn Tokachi or equivalent accommodations.Experience outdoor saunas at the Tokachi nature resort and explore the scenic Pacific coast.Optional scenic stops available en route; choose summer, autumn, or winter extended itineraries (additional fees apply).
Route
Tokyo Haneda → Shin-Chitose Airport → Sapporo → Shirogane Onsen (Biei) → Tokachi → Pacific Coast → Obihiro Airport → Tokyo Haneda
Travel style
Self-Drive · Hot Springs · Nature Resort

Price

From JPY 799,000

Basic package from JPY 799,000 per person. Departure dates are flexible; final quotes and hotels are subject to confirmation. Included: Domestic flights from Tokyo Haneda to Shin-Chitose on Day 1 and from Obihiro to Tokyo Haneda on Day 5; transfer from airport to FLEX Sapporo store on arrival day; rental of Toyota Land Cruiser Bamba for Days 1–4; accommodation in listed hotels or same category, including city tax and bathing tax; breakfast and dinner as specified in the package; listed included activities; and Japan Travel emergency phone support during the trip. Not included: International airfare, meals and transfers not listed, optional stops and experiences, personal expenses, and summer/autumn/winter extended routes. Meal arrangements on arrival/departure days, car return logistics, and driving license requirements must be confirmed before booking. Cancellation policies follow supplier terms; allergies and dietary restrictions must be notified in advance.

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Itinerary

5 Days 4 Nights · Hokkaido · Sapporo · Biei · Tokachi

  1. 1

    Day 1

    Arrive in Sapporo → Pick Up Car at FLEX → InterContinental Sapporo

    After arriving at Shin-Chitose Airport, a private transfer takes you to the FLEX Sapporo store to complete pickup procedures for the customized Land Cruiser Bamba. Then drive yourself to InterContinental Sapporo to rest and enjoy local cuisine. Depending on timing, you may optionally visit Otaru Canal, Mt. Moiwa Night View, or Hokkaido Shrine; these optional tours are not included in the basic package.

    Otaru Canal (Optional)

    Otaru Canal (Optional)

    Stroll along the canal, admiring historic stone warehouses and nighttime lights.

    Mt. Moiwa Night View (Optional)

    Mt. Moiwa Night View (Optional)

    Take the ropeway up Mt. Moiwa to overlook the Sapporo night view.

    Hokkaido Shrine (Optional)

    Hokkaido Shrine (Optional)

    Walk through the shrine grounds surrounded by trees, feeling the history and culture of Sapporo.

    Meals

    B · Breakfast included as per package; specific arrangement for arrival day pending confirmation.

    L · On your own, not listed as included in package.

    D · Included in package; specific catering subject to final confirmation.

    Stay

    InterContinental Sapporo or equivalent.

    Tips

    • Package includes domestic flight from Tokyo Haneda to Shin-Chitose; international tickets not included.
    • Confirm driving qualifications, license documents, and rental terms before pickup; full details not provided by source.
    • Optional scenic stops along the way depend on arrival time; completion of all visits is not guaranteed.
  2. 2

    Day 2

    Sapporo → Biei Fields → Shirogane Onsen

    Leave Sapporo in the Land Cruiser Bamba, driving northeast into the rolling field landscapes of Biei, with Shirogane Onsen as the destination. Optional stops include Arte Piazza Bibai sculpture park, Tomita Farm, Panorama Road and Patchwork Hills, or Shirogane Blue Pond; these stops are optional items arranged separately. Check into Shirogane Onsen Hotel in the evening to enjoy hot springs and mountain views.

    Arte Piazza Bibai Sculpture Park (Optional)

    Arte Piazza Bibai Sculpture Park (Optional)

    Admire Yasumasa Morimura's marble and bronze sculptures amidst nature and old school buildings.

    Tomita Farm (Optional)

    Tomita Farm (Optional)

    Enjoy seasonal flower fields and lavender landscapes; bloom periods vary by departure date.

    Panorama Road & Patchwork Hills (Optional)

    Panorama Road & Patchwork Hills (Optional)

    View patchwork-like farmlands and flower hills along the Biei and Kamikawa garden roads.

    Shirogane Blue Pond (Optional)

    Shirogane Blue Pond (Optional)

    Appreciate the blue water of the pond set against the trees, forming Biei's natural landscape.

    Meals

    B · Included in package.

    L · On your own, not listed as included in package.

    D · Included in package.

    Stay

    Shirogane Onsen Aonobi YUYU or equivalent.

    Tips

    • Optional stops are not all included; select based on daily time and road conditions.
    • Flower fields and lavender are seasonal landscapes.
  3. 3

    Day 3

    Shirogane Onsen → Tokachi Natural Basin → Moving Inn Tokachi

    Drive the Land Cruiser Bamba to the Tokachi natural basin, checking into Moving Inn Tokachi to experience a secluded natural environment, outdoor sauna, and chef-prepared meals. Optional stops include Shirahige Falls, Lake Kinzan, Kaributo Pass, Tokachi Pasture White Birch Avenue, Straight Road, and Obihiro Kita no Yatai; stops and unlisted experiences are optional and not included in the basic package.

    Shirahige Falls (Optional)

    Shirahige Falls (Optional)

    View the waterfall scene near Shirogane Onsen flowing into blue river water.

    Lake Kinzan (Optional)

    Lake Kinzan (Optional)

    Drive along the lakeshore, enjoying forests, hills, and seasonal lavender colors.

    Kaributo Pass (Optional)

    Kaributo Pass (Optional)

    Overlook the Tokachi plain from the viewpoint at the pass.

    Tokachi Pasture White Birch Avenue (Optional)

    Tokachi Pasture White Birch Avenue (Optional)

    Enjoy the approximately 1.3 km long white birch-lined path.

    Tokachi Straight Road (Optional)

    Tokachi Straight Road (Optional)

    Drive along a straight Hokkaido road extending to the horizon.

    Obihiro Kita no Yatai (Optional)

    Obihiro Kita no Yatai (Optional)

    Visit the Obihiro food stall street to experience local cuisine and nighttime atmosphere.

    Meals

    B · Included in package.

    L · On your own, not listed as included in package.

    D · Included in package; specific Moving Inn chef meal arrangement subject to final confirmation.

    Stay

    Moving Inn Tokachi or equivalent.

    Tips

    • Optional stops and dining are not equivalent to package-included items.
    • Specific hotel and activity arrangements are subject to final supply confirmation and availability.
  4. 4

    Day 4

    Tokachi → Explore Pacific Coast → Moving Inn Tokachi

    Using Moving Inn Tokachi as a base, drive the Land Cruiser south to explore the Pacific coast. Choose between Konbushi Lookout, Nisshinbo Kazan Hall, and Yuutsu Lagoon Lookout to observe sea cliffs, wetlands, and coastal scenery. After finishing the coastal drive, return to Moving Inn Tokachi to enjoy outdoor sauna and chef dinner. Optional sights, experiences, and unlisted admissions need separate arrangement.

    Konbushi Lookout (Optional)

    Konbushi Lookout (Optional)

    Enjoy sea cliffs, Pacific waves, and coastal driving scenery.

    Nisshinbo Kazan Hall (Optional)

    Nisshinbo Kazan Hall (Optional)

    Explore a viewing facility for Hokkaido's windy cape, observing local coastline and seal ecology.

    Yuutsu Lagoon Lookout (Optional)

    Yuutsu Lagoon Lookout (Optional)

    Gaze at coastal wetlands and the Pacific Ocean from the viewpoint.

    Meals

    B · Included in package.

    L · On your own, not listed as included in package.

    D · Included in package; specific Moving Inn chef dinner arrangement subject to final confirmation.

    Stay

    Moving Inn Tokachi or equivalent.

    Tips

    • Coastal stops are optional arrangements; completion of all within one day is not guaranteed.
    • Basic package lists rental until Day 4; car return location, time, and Day 5 airport transport require final confirmation.
  5. 5

    Day 5

    Tokachi → Obihiro Airport → Tokyo Haneda

    End the 5-day, 4-night basic Hokkaido itinerary, heading to Obihiro Airport to take a domestic flight back to Tokyo Haneda. If you wish to continue exploring, you may separately choose summer Shiretoko coast and wetlands, autumn Ashibetsu Moyuru and Chitose, or winter Tomamu powder snow extended routes; all three extensions incur additional fees and cannot directly reuse the basic version's same-day return arrangements.

    Meals

    B · Breakfast included as per package; specific arrangement for departure day pending confirmation.

    L · On your own, not listed as included in package.

    D · Return day catering arrangement pending confirmation.

    Stay

    No accommodation arranged (basic itinerary ends).

    Tips

    • Package includes domestic flight from Obihiro to Tokyo Haneda; international tickets not included.
    • Day 5 airport transport, car return, and flight times need confirmation before booking.
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