Cycling and hiking at the foot of Rishiri Fuji for a great nature experience
3 days-DAY
DIFFICULTY
GREEN SEASON
JPY200,000 per person for Adult (tax included)
3days 2nights
Min. 2, Max. 4
Cycling
Hiking
- HIGHTLIGHTS
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- Sightseeing on the island with the magnificent sight of Rishiri Fuji in the background
- Island history and nature study at the Rishiri Town Museum
- Observation of rare ecosystems through guided walks in the Minamihama marshland
- Cycling around the island while feeling the fresh sea breeze
- Admire the spectacular view of Rishiri Fuji at the serene Hime-numa.
- 360-degree panoramic view experience by hiking Mt. Pon
- Explore island culture at Rippu, the Rishiri Island Museum
- Diverse nature experiences through cycling and hiking
- Taste exploration of local cuisine with a focus on local seafood
- Luxurious time to interact with nature to refresh your mind and body
- LOCATION
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Rishiri
OVERVIEW
Three days and two nights in Rishiri Island, the northernmost island of Hokkaido, for a great nature experience: on the first day, a visit to the Rishiri Town Museum and a guided walk in the Minamihama wetlands; on the second day, cycling around the island and a stop at Hime-numa, and in the afternoon, a hike up Ponzan to enjoy the spectacular view. On the final day, visit the Rishiri Island Museum “Rippu”. Cycling and hiking with the majestic view of Rishiri Fuji as a backdrop, visitors will experience the diversity of nature on the island. This is a trip where you can spend a luxurious time to heal your body and soul together with learning about the history of the island.
ITINERARY
DAY 1
Visit Rishiri Town Museum, Minamihama Marsh guided walk.
AM: Arrive at Oshidomari Port in Rishiri Island, meet the guide. After that, tour starts with guide operator: Rishiri Hana Guide Club. PM: Visit Rishiri Town Museum (1 hour: learn about the island’s history, industry (fishing), and nature), Minamihama Marshland guided walk (1 hour: almost flat wooden course with hidden flower spots and unique scenery).
DAY 2
Rishiri Island Cycling, Hime-numa Guided Walk ,Pon Mountain Hiking
AM: Rishiri Island Cycling: Rishiri Island Spectacular Blue Line Course (3 hours: total distance: approx. 18 km, total time required: 3 hours, difference in elevation: approx. 130 m), Hime-numa Guided Walk (1 hour (stopover during cycling): easy and popular walking course on a wooden path with little elevation difference around Hime-numa) PM: Pon Mountain Hiking (3 hours: Ganro Sensui – Pon Mountain course (uphill), approx. 2 km one way, paved road, mountain path from the middle of the course, height difference: approx. 200 m)
DAY 3
Visit Rishiri Island Museum “Rippu”
AM: Visit Rishiri Island Museum “Rippu” (1 hour: learn about the rich nature, history and culture of Rishiri Town), then to Rishiri Island Oshidomari Port
MEAL
| Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner | |
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| 1 | Breakfast:× | ,Lunch:× | Dinner:〇 |
| 2 | Breakfast:○ | Lunch:×(on your own) | Dinner:○ |
| 3 | Breakfast:○ | Lunch:× | Dinner:× |
ACCOMMODATIONS
| Area | Facility Type | Room Type | Onsen / Spa | WiFi | |
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| 1 | Pension Green Wood or Hotel | Ryokan Room type: Western-style room or Japanese-style room |  |
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| 2 | Pension Green Wood or Hotel | Ryokan Room type: Western-style room or Japanese-style room | |
Tour Operator / Contact
JTB Corp. HOKKAIDO Branch
- Address
Urban Net Sapporo Bldg, 1-2, North 1 West 6, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-0001 Japan
- TEL
+81 (0)11-271-7028
hokkaido_inbound@jtb.com
- Official web site
https://www.retreatful-hokkaido-travel.jp/
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