'The Cape of Divine Power’ Shakotan Peninsula
On this spectacular trip you will see crystalline caldera lakes surrounded by volcanoes and the dramatic sea cliffs adorning the coast of Hokkaido. You will experience nature’s raw power by seeing young mountains that have sprung up and steaming fumaroles bubbling and emitting hot gases. You will journey to the outdoor enthusiast’s playground of Hokkaido, which offers opportunities for hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, and sea kayaking. Then we go to a cosmopolitan port city where we cap off the trip with a ride out to the very eastern tip of the island. Combined with nights staying at hot spring hotels, exquisite Japanese food and exceptional service, this journey is sure to pique the senses.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Ride through 3 national parks
- Walk to the base of a live volcano
- Hike, bike, raft or kayak options
- Learn about Hokkaido’s historical past
- Visit Japan’s first whiskey distillery
- Rejuvenate in outdoor hot springs
- Enjoy exquisite Japanese cuisine
ITINERARY
Day 1 (Arrival Day)
We transfer you to our hotel which sits on the banks of a caldera lake. It is a spectacular start point surrounded by 3 volcanoes and renowned for its indigo blue waters. On arrival relax in the hotel hot springs.
Day 2
Ride to another lakeside resort. The near circular lake doesn’t freeze even during the harsh cold temperatures of the Hokkaido winter due to the area’s abundance of geothermal activity. Nearby is a young mountain that literally popped out of a farmer’s field and grew to a height of 403 meters in the space of 2 years. Enjoy the nightly fireworks display over the lake from the hotel to finish an amazing day.
Day 3
Today we head to Hokkaido’s famous outdoor playground. This beautiful ride starts around the lake and passes through rural pastures with the “Mt Fuji of the North,” in the background. It is surrounded by mountains, crystal clear rivers and lush forests. It is said that there are so many hot springs in the area that it would take 6 days to visit them all.
