8 days in Hokkaido Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): stop by Furano Marche.

To see where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Furano trip planner.

In February, daily temperatures in Furano can reach -3°C, while at night they dip to -12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough to drive to Asahikawa.

On the 17th (Fri), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Kamikawa Shrine, get engrossed in the history at Asahikawashi Museum, then get outside with Asahikawa Kamui Ski Resort, then stroll around Hoppo Yasoen, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Tokiwa Park. Keep things going the next day: get engrossed in the history at Hokuchin Memorial Museum, head outdoors with Asahiyama Yuki no Mura, head outdoors with Canmore Ski Village, contemplate the waterfront views at Taisetsu Asahidake Gensui, then indulge in Japan's hot spring tradition at Morinoyu Hanakagura, and finally stroll around Asahiyama Park.

For where to stay, photos, maps, and tourist information, read our Asahikawa planner.

Traveling by car from Furano to Asahikawa takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Furano in February since evenings lows in Asahikawa dip to -7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can drive to Sapporo.

Step off the beaten path and head to Mt. Teine and Fu's snow area. There's still lots to do: take an in-depth tour of Hokkaido Museum Morino Charenga, browse the exhibits of Minapa, look for all kinds of wild species at Maruyama Genshirin, and pick up some new kitchen skills with Cooking Classes.

Take the guesswork out of planning a Sapporo vacation by using our trip itinerary maker.

Getting from Asahikawa to Sapporo by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. February in Sapporo sees daily highs of -1°C and lows of -5°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Noboribetsu.

To find ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Noboribetsu trip planner.

Traveling by car from Sapporo to Noboribetsu takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In February, plan for daily highs up to 1°C, and evening lows to -4°C.