Itinerary
Highlights
~ Enjoy panoramic view from Rokugo Lookout;
~ Visit to Furano cheese & wine factory;
~ Visit to Farm Tomita and Shikisai No Oka for flower viewing;
~ Cycle through Ehana Panorama Road and Patchwork Road;
~ View Shirogane Blue Pond and Shirahige waterfalls;
~ Leisure hike at summit of Mount Asahidake with cable car ride;
~ Stroll Otaru Canal at dusk.
Day 1Â Â Â Arrive Sapporo – Furano
Upon arrival at Sapporo New Chitose Airport, you will be met and transferred in a group to Furano.
After check in, gather in the late afternoon for an e-bike fitting and test ride to ensure you are all ready for the cycling adventure. Thereafter, a briefing by our Cycling Lead before dinner starts.
Meal: Dinner
Stay: hotel, Furano
Day 2   Furano – Rokugo Lookout – Furano
Ride along traffic-less road with constant undulation to Rokugo Lookout. The viewing platform offers a panoramic view of the Rokugo landscape. It overlooks the breathtaking vista below which was selected as one of the “Hundred Views of Rural Japan.”
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Stay: hotel, Furano
Cycling Distance: approx. 51 KM
Accumulated Elevation: +550 M / -550 M
Day 3   Furano – Biei – Furano
Today’s cycling itinerary brings you to,
Furano Cheese Factory – observe the production process of local camembert cheese.
Furano Winery – for some wine sampling.
Then we will make a visit to a Furano City Museum, featuring the history of Furano.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Stay: hotel, Furano
Cycling Distance: approx. 36 KM
Accumulated Elevation: +308 M / -308 M
Day 4   Furano – Kamifurano
Cycle to Farm Tomita, famed for its rows and rows of rainbow coloured flowers. Spend some time enjoying the beautiful landscape.
Thereafter, enjoy a roller coastal ride along Ehana Panorama Road. Continue cycling through patchwork road with various crop fields in different colours resembles a patchwork, hence the unique road name. It is one of the most scenic routes in Hokkaido.
Other sights along the cycling route includes parent-child tree, tree of a Christmas tree and Seven Stars tree.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Stay: hotel, Kamifurano
Cycling Distance: approx. 21.5 KM
Accumulated Elevation: +221 M / -164 M
Day 5   Kamifurano – Blue Pond – Kamifurano
Start the cycling day to Shikisai No Oka. See seasonal flowers blooming across 15-hectres of land.
Ride to Shirogane Blue Pond where the natural minerals turned the pond water into a shade of deep blue. The colour of the water changes according to weather and season. Lastly, peddle to Shirahige Waterfalls as you see the water falls into the cobalt blue river below.
Say goodbye to our Cycling Lead as our cycling adventure ends.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Stay: hotel, Kamifurano
Cycling Distance: approx. 59 KM
Accumulated Elevation: +795 M / -797 M
Day 6   Kamifurano – Sapporo
Transfer to Daisetsuzan National Park. If weather permits, take the ropeway (cable car) to summit of Mount Asahidake. Standing at 2,291 M above sea level, it is the tallest mountain in Hokkaido. Take a leisure hike and appreciate panoramic views from the summit. Look for seasonal flowers and alpine wildlife like the pika if you are lucky. You may see vibrant foliage on the mountainside due to autumn season.
Stroll Otaru Canal at dusk. It was a central part of the city’s busy port in early 20th century. Large vessels were unloaded by smaller ships, which then transported the goods to warehouses along the canal. As the port modernize, the canal became obsolete. Thanks to citizen’s movement, a part of the canal was beautifully restored and the warehouses were transformed into museums, shops and restaurants.
The beautiful canal lined by old warehouses is a walk not to be missed. The old-fashioned gas lamps provide a romantic atmosphere in the evening.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Stay: hotel, Sapporo
Day 7Â Â Â Depart Sapporo or Extend
Rest and relax until it is time for the group transfer to New Chitose Airport. The official check out time is 11 AM or 12 PM.
Meal: Breakfast
Inclusions
~ 6 nights in mostly 4* accommodation;
~ 6 breakfasts; 5 Lunches and 6 Dinners;
~ return group airport transfers;
~ e-bike rental;
~ luggage transfers on change of accommodation days;
~ necessary transportation as required illustrated within the itinerary;
~ English-speaking Cycling Guide on Day 2 – 5;
~ support vehicle and support cycling assistant on Day 2 – 5 during cycling hours;
~ snacks and water replenishment during cycling hours.
Exclusions
~ getting to Sapporo, Hokkaido in Japan;
~ visa arrangement, if required;
~ meals not mentioned within the itinerary;
~ comprehensive personal travel insurance;
~ expenditure on personal effects;
~ anything not specified in the trip inclusion and itinerary.
Recommended Flight Schedule
by Japan Airlines
Singapore (SIN) – Tokyo Haneda (HND)                     JL 036 2150 – 0545+1 hours
Tokyo Haneda (HND) – Sapporo New Chitose (CTS) JL 505 0815 – 0950 hours
Sapporo New Chitose (CTS) – Tokyo Haneda (HND) JL 536 2005 – 2145 hours
Tokyo Haneda (HND) – Singapore (SIN)                    JL 035 0005 – 0610 hours
Travel Wander can assist in flight booking if require.
Important Notes
~ A deposit, 30% of the total tour value is required at the time of booking. Deposit paid is non-refundable unless trip is withdrawn or cancelled by Travel Wander.
~ Full or balance payment is 60 days prior to departure.
~ This trip is available for private group arrangement.
~ Only book your air ticket to Sapporo New Chitose, Hokkaido Japan when you have been informed to do so.
~ Should you require a visa to enter Japan, it is your responsibility to obtain such document before departure. Check your entry requirement and apply for your visa HERE if you require.
~ Every effort is made to ensure the trip and included experiences take place during the ideal time or period of the year, however certain sights are subject to weather conditions and seasonal variations that are not within the control of Travel Wander. Although you may get to see and/or experience, we cannot guarantee the sightings.
~ Provision of meals during the trip showcases local authenticity, cuisine and food culture of the places we are visiting. All food allergies and dietary restrictions must be disclosed to Travel Wander at the time of booking. We will use reasonable efforts to accommodate special requirements or requests but this is not always possible given the nature of the destinations visited and availability of options. We cannot guarantee that dietary needs or restrictions can be accommodated. Travel Wander is not liable for failure to accommodate or fulfil such requests. Meal supplementary charges may be imposed to meet your dietary needs.
~ Trip grading is an indication of the difficulty of the activities included. Preparation and engaging in regular exercise to maintain good physical condition and active lifestyle prior to the trip will be most beneficial in ensuring you have full enjoyment of the trip. We are glad to discuss your concerns and answer your queries.
~ Our utmost priority is always the safety of the cyclists. Therefore inclusion of the itinerary may be altered due (not limited) to bad weather, local conditions, accommodation book out, the skill levels of the cyclists and/or other unexpected circumstances beyond our control. We reserve the right to make changes necessary and there will be no refund should you decide to discontinue with the trip.
~ Because cycling requires a certain level of cardio and stamina exertion, it is not suitable for cyclists with chronic and/or acute disease. Please consider your physical condition before booking. Cyclists must ensure they are medically and physically able to cycle.
~ If the cyclist presents difficulty in completing the day’s ride, we strongly discourage the cyclist from continuing for the day with top priority on the safety of the cyclist and team in mind. There is no refund on the uncompleted distance of the ride.
~ Cyclist may choose to terminate the ride early during the planned cycling day where possible. Or make it a rest day and fast track to the next accommodation. Cyclist may require to book a private transfer at the cyclist’s own expense. Should the cyclist wish to partake in other activities or sightseeing on the rest day, it will be at the cyclist’s own expense. There is no refund on this portion of the trip.
~ Purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See HERE for details.
~ By making a payment to Travel Wander LLP, you (and on behalf of the rest of travelling companions) acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to Travel Wander’s Booking Conditions and Other Important Information: Cancellation and Amendment, Modes of Payment, Privacy Policy, Indemnity Policy, and Terms & Conditions.
