12 days in Hokkaido Itinerary

A modern, bustling city known for its beer brewery, Sapporo attracts millions of visitors with its Snow Festival, during which elaborate ice and snow sculptures are exhibited all over town.

On the 28th (Wed), wander the streets of Susukino.

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Singapore, Singapore to Sapporo is an approximately 13-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Singapore to Sapporo is 1 hour. Traveling from Singapore in June, expect nights in Sapporo to be a bit cooler, around 19°C, while days are colder, around 20°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Asahikawa.

Perched on the confluence of four rivers and surrounded by green hills, Asahikawa combines a modern city experience with the pristine nature nearby.

On the 29th (Thu), delve into the lush surroundings at Asahikawa Forest of Foreign Tree Species, experience rural life at Ueno Farm, and then learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Asahiyama Zoo. Here are some ideas for day two: get outside with Shujitsu no Oka and then get in on the family fun at Asahikawa Ramen Village.

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Traveling by car from Sapporo to Asahikawa takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. June in Asahikawa sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 19°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Biei-cho.

Famous for scenic views of vast fields, wide meadows, and gently rolling hills against the backdrop of the Taisetsu mountain range, Biei-cho offers a picture-prefect setting for a pleasant countryside vacation.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sat): cruise along Patchwork no Michi, visit Asahidake Ropeway, and then take in the awesome beauty at Daisetsuzan. Keep things going the next day: admire the natural beauty at Shikisai no Oka, then admire the sheer force of Shirahige Falls, and then cruise along Ken & Mary Tree.

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Getting from Asahikawa to Biei-cho by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. When traveling from Asahikawa in July, plan for a bit warmer days in Biei-cho, with highs around 30°C, while nights are a bit cooler with lows around 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) so you can go by car to Furano.

Situated in the center of the island, Furano has become known for its idyllic rural landscape, and the drastic changes it experiences as seasons shift.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Mon): stop by House made by waste material, tee off at Hoshino Resort Tomamu, and then admire the natural beauty at Garden of Wind. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 4th (Tue): stop by Furano Marche, then make a trip to Ningle Terrace, then admire the natural beauty at Farm Tomita, and finally stop by Campana Rokkatei.

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You can drive from Biei-cho to Furano in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Furano can reach 30°C, while at night they dip to 21°C. On the 5th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Otaru.

The port city of Otaru has long attracted domestic visitors, drawn in by the city's many historic buildings, and has started to garner international attention, too.

On the 5th (Wed), look for gifts at Otaru Music Box Museum Main Building.

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You can drive from Furano to Otaru in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Traveling from Furano in July, you will find days in Otaru are little chillier (26°C), and nights are about the same (24°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to drive to Sapporo.

Kick off your visit on the 7th (Fri): take in panoramic vistas at Sapporo JR Tower Observatory T38, don't miss a visit to Sapporo Clock Tower, then make a trip to Sapporo TV Tower, and finally walk around Odori Park. Here are some ideas for day two: stop by Shugakuso, Hokudai, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt. Moiwa, and then enjoy breathtaking views from Okurayama Lookout.

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Traveling by car from Otaru to Sapporo takes an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. On the 9th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.