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Japan Winter Wonder | Plus Ski (Sapporo) | 2026-2027
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Length
14 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Osaka (Japan)
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Ends in
Sapporo
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Available Tour Start Dates
NOV 25, 2026 to FEB 13, 2027
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
Yes means that there is at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur. No means that there is not at least one tour date that the vendor guarantees will occur, which usually means that the vendor wants a certain amount of reservations on each tour in order for each one to occur. Of course, the terms and conditions of the vendor do allow for the vendor to cancel guaranteed tour dates for certain reasons (for example, a natural disaster).No
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Special Interest(s)
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Contiki tours are only available for 18- to 35-year olds., Ski & Snowboard
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$3,351.36
Overview
Say konnichiwa to the land of sushi, samurai & sake! In a country where the ancient and the modern collide in truly mesmerising style, you’ll make your way from Osaka to Tokyo, taking in temples, teppanyaki, geishas and gardens, plus miniature deer along the way. With time at the end to shred on the slopes.
Visited During Tour
Hakone (Japan) | Hiroshima (Japan) | Kyoto (Japan) | Miyajima (Japan) | Osaka (Japan) | Sapporo (Japan) | Tokyo (Japan)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
More Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Japan Winter Wonder | Plus Ski (Sapporo) | 2026-2027 tour dates available from Contiki. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Contiki Tour Code 260-2541
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1Start Osaka
Kon'nichiwa friends, and welcome to the land of the rising sun. Famed for its beauty, culture, cuisine and just a touch of crazy, this is one trip you won't be forgetting any time soon. Get settled into your hotel before joining forces with your Trip Manager & travel crew & head out to explore the local area.
Accommodations: Ibis Budget Osaka Umeda (or similar) -
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2Osaka
Osaka is all yours today! Head to Osaka Castle or Sumiyoshi-taisa for a dose of history, or to Nara to meet the cutest deers ever! This evening, you have the option to gobble down a delicious meal at an Izakaya - traditional little restaurants with rice beer, sake & locals finishing up their days. Still not done for the day? We sense some traditional Japanese PATI (that's Japanese for partying) and karaoke may be on the cards....
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Ibis Budget Osaka Umeda (or similar) -
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3Osaka to Kyoto
Tuck in to your tasty breakfast this morning, you're going to need the food fuel for a full day in Kyoto. Arriving into Kyoto, we'll kick things off with a guided tour of this beautiful, traditional city. Take in the sights of the city including temples, gardens, colourful shrines & world famous geisha girls. This evening is free for you to get to know Kyoto your way, most likely trying out local cuisine in the Shirakawa area & getting to grips with the buzzy Kyoto nightlife.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar) -
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4Kyoto
Didn't feel like you had enough time yesterday to really get under the skin of this utterly unique city? We've got good news for you - today is completely free for Kyoto adventuring. Ask your Trip Manager for the essentials on what to eat and where to go, then our best advice? Go get yourself a little lost, it's undeniably the best way to get to know a new city.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Ibis Styles Kyoto Station (or similar) -
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5Kyoto to Hiroshima
Ready for a totally new experience? This morning it's all aboard the bullet train, travelling at a cool 320km/hr as we make our way to Hiroshima. Hello Hiroshima. We're kicking things off today with an optional but highly recommended Okonomiyaki lunch. Then, we'll learn about both the past and present on a sightseeing tour of this city that's remembered as the world's first atomic bomb target. The rest of the day will then be free to get to know Hiroshima however suits you best - food, shopping, history, it's all here at your fingertips.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Vista Hiroshima (or similar) -
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6Hiroshima (Including Miyajima)
We'll start the day with a ferry ride over to Miyajima Island where beautiful scenery and miniature deer await us. If you're impressed by the traditional Japanese gates at the entrance, just wait until you've seen the main event - the stunning Itsukushima Shrine. Culture goals ticked, we'll make our way back to Hiroshima to dig a little deeper into the city's noble history.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Hotel Vista Hiroshima (or similar) -
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7Hiroshima to Tokyo (Including Hakone)
Tokyo you're firmly in our sights but on route, we'll make a stop in the peaceful mountain town of Hakone. Breathtaking views of some of Japan's most famous sights are courtesy of the Hakone Ropeway. If the weather plays nice...you might spot the magnificent Mount Fuji. Welcome to the bright lights & big city vibes of Tokyo, our home for the next 3 nights. You'll have the night to use as you wish. How about heading to Shinjuku, the epicentre of Tokyo's gritty but super fun night scene.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar) -
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8Tokyo
We'll dive right into this 24 hour city with a sightseeing tour of the best bits. We'll take a walk down Nakamise Street (one of the oldest shopping streets in Japan that dates back to the 1500's) to pick up treasures for family and friends back home, brave the busiest street crossing in the world (Shibuya), then round things off at the epicentre of youth culture & fashion, Harajuku. This part of town buzzes with cool vibes & crazy fashion, and we reckon you'll instantly fall in lust.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar) -
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9Tokyo
Today's our last day in Tokyo so let's make it one to remember. With a free day to explore Japan your way, we have a sneaking suspicion Harajuku may be calling you back - it kind of has that affect on people. How about a cosplay restaurant? Or even better, a chance to visit a unique remote-operated robot restaurant. You gotta see it to believe it!
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Daiichi Ryogoku Hotel (or similar) -
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10Tokyo to Sapporo
Ski time! Get ready for a full-day train journey north, swapping Tokyo streets for wide-open views along the way. Stock up on snacks, queue up a podcast, and let the scenery do its thing.By late afternoon, we’ll roll into Sapporo and check into our base for the next part of the adventure. Your Trip Manager will give you a quick orientation to get your bearings, then it’s goodbye for now (the next few days will be unescorted and totally yours to do your way). Tonight, stretch your legs, hunt down a warming dinner, and ease into Hokkaido life.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Sapporo Tokyu Rei Hotel (or similar) -
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11Sapporo
From Odori Park and the Sapporo TV Tower to peaceful temples and standout city sights, there’s plenty to wander into today. Maybe even cap it off with a local favourite like the Sapporo Beer Museum? Or keep it low-key and see where the day takes you.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Sapporo Tokyu Rei Hotel (or similar) -
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12Sapporo
Using Sapporo as our base, today’s all about getting out into Hokkaido’s winter playground. Hit the slopes at nearby ski resorts like Sapporo Kokusai or Niseko, or switch skis for snow tubing, rafting, or snowmobiling at Bibai Snowland. Powder days, playful snow time, or a mix of both — you choose the pace.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Sapporo Tokyu Rei Hotel (or similar) -
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13Sapporo
How about slowing things down and leaning into local flavour today? Warm up with Sapporo favourites like ramen, gyozas, or king crab if you’re feeling fancy. Or take a day trip out to Jozankei and soak it all in at a traditional onsen — cold air outside, steaming water inside. Heck yeah.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Sapporo Tokyu Rei Hotel (or similar) -
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14Sapporo
Sorry folks, ski time’s up. Say goodbye to your crew and the snowy days you’ve shared together.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
Contiki is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Japan Winter Wonder | Plus Ski (Sapporo) | 2026-2027 tour:
Travelers Notes
* DAY 1: Trip starts in Osaka at 5:00 PM. Guests to arrive into Kansai International (KIX) or Osaka International Airport (ITM).* DAY 5: Trip ends in Sapporo at 9:00 AM. Guests to depart from Sapporo: New Chitose Airport (CTS).* SHINKANSEN BULLET TRAINS: An overnight bag is required for Hiroshima. As there are no luggage cars on the trains, luggage for travellers will be transported separately by truck.* PLEASE NOTE: The ski portion will be unescorted & there will be no Contiki Trip Manager. They will take the group to Sapporo, and depart from here.* GROUND HANDLERS: Contiki sometimes uses ground handlers or third parties to assist with the full or partial operation of our products. The ground handler for this trip is JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.* JAPANESE ONSEN FREE TIME ADD-ON: Any travellers with tattoos are not allowed to do this optional due to Japan¿s strict policies against tattoos. * HAKONE ROPEWAY: Mt. Fuji can often be obstructed by smog or clouds and it is more likely to see Mt. Fuji during winter (not guaranteed).
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