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In Japan's northern island of Hokkaido, take some time to explore the beauty of Sapporo, home of the 1972 winter Olympics. Enjoy the taste of the famous Sapporo Beer and Nikka Whiskey.
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Travel to Sapporo, capital of Japan's Hokkaido Island. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred by public transport to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Sapporo and together using public transport, take a tour of Sapporo starting with a visit to the Hokkaido Museum (closed Mondays) and Nijo Market. Also visit the famous Sapporo Beer Museum (three tastings included) and journey on the Moiwayama Ropeway. If the ropeway is suspended, head to the observation deck at JR Tower before returning to your hotel.
Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Sapporo and together you will transfer to Okurayama and take to the summit of the Okurayama ski jump by chair lift to enjoy the breathtaking surroundings (weather permitting). Next, travel to the pretty port town of Otaru and enjoy some free time to walk along the canal. Your final stop will be Yoichi, where you will visit the Nikka Whiskey factory (three tastings included) before returning to your hotel.
Your day is at leisure until the time comes to transfer independently to the airport for your onward flight.
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Departures for Solo travellers only are available for this tour on selected
dates.
In addition to being for solos only these departures feature smaller group sizes, free
airport lounge access and complimentary cocktails on arrival.
There are no dedicated Solo departures for this year. You can enjoy any of our tours with no Single Supplement on our Happy to Share option or explore the solo departures in other years.
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