7 Days 6 Nights Hokkaido Campervan Adventure – Eastern Explorer
Highlights
- Cruise the crystal-clear waters of Lake Shikotsu and unwind at Toyako Onsen
- Explore the volcanic wonders of Noboribetsu Hell Valley
- Stroll through Furano and Biei’s colorful flower fields and rolling hills
- Visit Sounkyo Gorge and Daisetsuzan National Park for waterfalls and hot springs
- Discover the rugged beauty of Shiretoko Peninsula, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Immerse yourself in Ainu culture at Lake Akan and try natural Sunayu hot sand baths
- Enjoy total travel freedom with a fully equipped campervan and curated scenic stops
Description
Trip Type: Self-Drive Campervan Journey
Starting Point: New Chitose Airport, Hokkaido
Set out on a seven-day campervan adventure through eastern Hokkaido — Japan’s untouched frontier. Journey past serene crater lakes, steaming hot springs, flower-covered meadows, and snow-capped peaks as you explore the island’s most scenic routes at your own pace.
Whether you’re drawn to nature, culture, or quiet nights beneath the stars, this is Hokkaido—your way.
What’s Included
- Campervan rental (with bedding, kitchen set, and insurance)
- Route plan and camping recommendations
- GPS / Navigation system
- 24-hour English support and roadside assistance
- Access to Michi-no-Eki rest stops (facilities, shops, and local food stalls)
What’s Excluded
- Airfare to/from Japan
- Fuel, tolls, parking, and paid campground fees
- Meals and personal expenses
- Optional activities (cruises, ropeways, museum tickets, etc.)
- Travel insurance
Ready to Hit the Road?
Experience Hokkaido like never before — your adventure, your pace, your journey!
Contact us today at japan@soultrips.co to check date availability, explore pricing, and secure your Hokkaido campervan adventure.
Itinerary
Day 1: New Chitose → Lake Shikotsu → Lake Toya
Destinations: Lake Shikotsu cruise, Lake Toya, Usu Volcano Ropeway.
Begin your journey at Lake Shikotsu, a crystal-clear caldera lake known for its deep blue waters and scenic boat cruises. Continue to Lake Toya, where the still waters reflect the surrounding volcanic peaks. Take a thrilling ride up the Usu Volcano Ropeway for panoramic views of the lake and Mount Showa-Shinzan.
Hidden Gems: Foot baths along Toyako Onsen streets.
Stroll through Toyako Onsen’s lakeside streets and dip your feet in the relaxing natural foot baths while enjoying views of the water and mountains.
Overnight Locations:
- Free: Michi-no-Eki Lake Shikotsu / Michi-no-Eki Toyako / Michi-no-Eki Date Rekishi no Mori.
- Paid: Lake Toya Auto Campground / Toyako Onsen RV Park / Sobetsu Park Campground.
Day 2: Lake Toya → Noboribetsu → Furano
Destinations: Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), Furano flower fields.
Journey to Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), where steam vents and bubbling pools paint a surreal volcanic landscape. Then, drive north to Furano, famed for its sprawling flower fields and seasonal beauty.
Hidden Gems: Cheese factory tours in Furano, Shiraoi Ainu Museum.
Sample creamy delights on a cheese factory tour in Furano, or uncover Hokkaido’s indigenous heritage at the Shiraoi Ainu Museum, an immersive cultural experience.
Overnight Locations:
- Free: Michi-no-Eki Furano / Michi-no-Eki Shiraoi / Michi-no-Eki Ashibetsu.
Paid: Furano Highland Campground / Noboribetsu Karurusu Auto Camp / Highland Furano RV Park.
Day 3: Furano → Biei → Asahikawa
Destinations: Shikisai-no-Oka flower fields, Blue Pond, Asahiyama Zoo.
Discover the photogenic Shikisai-no-Oka flower fields, bursting with color in every season. Visit the enchanting Blue Pond, its turquoise hues shifting with the sunlight, and end your day at Asahiyama Zoo, one of Japan’s most innovative wildlife parks.
Hidden Gems: Patchwork Road scenic drive in Biei.
Drive along Biei’s Patchwork Road, a rolling countryside of farmlands and gentle hills—perfect for photography and peaceful scenic stops.
Overnight Locations:
- Free: Michi-no-Eki Biei / Michi-no-Eki Kamifurano / Michi-no-Eki Higashikawa.
Paid: Asahikawa RV Park / Shikisai Camp Spot / Blue Pond Campground.
Day 4: Asahikawa → Sounkyo Gorge
Destinations: Sounkyo waterfalls and ropeway, Daisetsuzan hiking trails.
Explore the dramatic Sounkyo Gorge, framed by rugged cliffs and cascading waterfalls. Take the Sounkyo Ropeway up Mount Kurodake for breathtaking alpine views, and hike through Daisetsuzan National Park, Japan’s largest protected wilderness.
Hidden Gems: Hot spring baths with gorge views
End your day with a soothing soak in a mountain-view hot spring, where steam rises against the backdrop of the gorge.
Overnight Locations:
- Free: Michi-no-Eki Sounkyo / Michi-no-Eki Taisetsu.
- Paid: Sounkyo Auto Campground / Kurodake Onsen Camp.
Day 5: Sounkyo → Abashiri → Shiretoko
Destinations: Drift Ice Museum, Shiretoko Five Lakes, Rausu whale watching.
Visit Abashiri’s Drift Ice Museum to learn about the Sea of Okhotsk’s icy wonders, then continue to the pristine wilderness of Shiretoko National Park. Explore the Shiretoko Five Lakes and take a whale-watching cruise from Rausu to see orcas and dolphins.
Hidden Gems: Fox village sightings in East Hokkaido.
Keep an eye out for wild foxes and deer roaming freely across East Hokkaido’s quiet countryside roads.
Overnight Locations:
- Free: Michi-no-Eki Abashiri / Michi-no-Eki Utoro-Shirietoku / Michi-no-Eki Rausu.
Paid: Utoro Campground / Rausu Auto Campground / Shiretoko Park Camp.
Day 6: Shiretoko → Lake Akan
Destinations: Lake Akan Ainu Village, Marimo moss balls.
Immerse yourself in Ainu culture at the Lake Akan Ainu Village, where traditional crafts and performances share the spirit of Japan’s indigenous people. Marvel at the mysterious Marimo moss balls, found only in Lake Akan.
Hidden Gems: Sunayu hot sand baths at Lake Kussharo.
Experience the natural Sunayu hot sand baths along Lake Kussharo—dig your feet into the warm sand and feel the geothermal heat rise from below.
Overnight Locations:
- Free: Michi-no-Eki Akan Tancho / Michi-no-Eki Teshikaga Mashu.
Paid: Lake Akan Campground / Lake Kussharo Camp / Akan-Mashu RV Park.
Day 7: Lake Akan → Kushiro → New Chitose
Destinations: Kushiro Marsh Observatory, red-crowned crane spotting.
Visit the Kushiro Marsh Observatory, Japan’s largest wetland, and catch a glimpse of the elegant red-crowned cranes, a symbol of longevity and grace.
Overnight: Campervan return and end of trip.
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