Hi all, my wife and I are travelling to Japan late July/early August for our honeymoon this year. We’ll do Tokyo, then Kyoto, then fly up to Hokkaido and rent a car for a few days. I’ve put a rough itinerary together but would like people’s opinions or suggestions.
Day 1 – Arrival into New Chitose airport, collect car, visit Shikisai Hill/Farm Tomita, then drive to the west edge of Daisetsuzan national park. Likely stay in Asahidake Onsen, or perhaps Tokachidake Onsen.
Day 2 – Half-day hike into Daisetsuzan national park, afternoon drive to Noboribetsu. Likely stay in Dai-ichi Takimoto-kan. Evening relaxing after a long drive.
Day 3 – Exploration around Noboribetsu, perhaps a trip up to Lake Shikotsu or Lake Toya. More laid-back day after the hike and long drive the day before.
Day 4 – Some possible further morning exploration, then drive to Hakodate. Catch the sunset atop Hakodate-yama and enjoy the evening.
Day 5 – Morning market for breakfast and exploring historical Hakodate, then up to Shin-Hakodate station to catch the Shinkansen back to Tokyo (we’re aware this is much more expensive than flying, but we want the experience).
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If there is anything I’ve missed out, or anything along the way of the locations I’ve chosen, please point them out. I’m aware there are some long drives but this isn’t a problem for me. Thanks!
by KaleidoscopeNo8157