The grand finale of our 8-day, 7-night Eastern Hokkaido loop tour has arrived! Today’s focus is enjoying iconic Sapporo highlights, completing last-minute souvenir shopping, and traveling seamlessly to New Chitose Airport.
Loaded with 8 days of incredible memories and heavy luggage, our legally licensed commercial vehicle charter ensures a stress-free departure. Skip lugging heavy suitcases onto public trains and subway stairs—our professional chauffeur delivers you safely to the departure terminal.
Day 8 Route: Sapporo ➔ New Chitose Airport (Departure)
| ⚪ Day 1 | ⚪ Day 2 | ⚪ Day 3 | ⚪ Day 4 |
| [Departure] Chitose ➔ Obihiro / Tokachigawa Onsen ♨️ Charcoal-grilled Butadon & Tokachigawa Plant-based Moor Hot Springs 👉 [Click here for Day 1 Details] | [Port City] Obihiro / Tokachigawa Onsen ➔ Kushiro 🍱 DIY Katsute-don & World-Class Sunset at Nusamai Bridge 👉 [Click here for Day 2 Details] | [Mythology] Kushiro ➔ Lake Akan 🌿 Red-Crowned Cranes, Lake Akan Marimo Algae & Ainu Village 👉 [Click here for Day 3 Details] | [Hidden Gem] Lake Akan / Kawayu Onsen ➔ Teshikaga ➔ Shiretoko 🌋 Lake Mashu Crater Lake & UNESCO World Heritage Shiretoko 👉 [Click here for Day 4 Details] |
| ⚪ Day 5 | 🔴 Day 6 | ⚪ Day 7 | 🔴 Day 8 |
| [Coastline] Shiretoko ➔ Shari ➔ Abashiri 🚢 Shiretoko Five Lakes Wooden Boardwalk & Abashiri Prison Legends 👉 [Click here for Day 5 Details] | [Cross-Country] Abashiri ➔ Kitami ➔ Biei ➔ Furano 🦊 Kitami Fox Farm & Biei Mystical Blue Pond 👉 [Click here for Day 6 Details] | [Sea of Flowers] Biei ➔ Furano ➔ Sapporo 🌸 Shikisai-no-Oka Rainbow Flower Carpet & Ningle Terrace 👉 [Click here for Day 7 Details] | [The Return] Sapporo ➔ Chitose 🛍️ Shiroi Koibito Park Shopping & Private Airport Transfer |
Day 8 Golden 10-Hour Charter Schedule
- 09:00 – 11:30 (150 mins stop) | Shiroi Koibito Park. Check out from your hotel with luggage loaded into the private vehicle. Visit the European-style chocolate factory and manicured gardens.
- 11:30 – 14:00 (150 mins stop & lunch) | Odori Park & Tanukikoji Shopping Street. Snap photos at Sapporo TV Tower, complete last-minute shopping, and enjoy a local soup curry lunch.
- 14:00 – 15:00 (60 mins drive) | Direct highway drive from central Sapporo to New Chitose Airport (CTS).
- 15:00+ | Arrive directly at the International Departures Hall with luggage assistance, completing your unforgettable 8-day Eastern Hokkaido holiday!
Note: Driving times and itineraries are fully customizable based on your preferences, seasonal conditions, and actual flight schedule.
Morning Storybook Castle: Shiroi Koibito Park
After checking out of your hotel, your chauffeur loads all heavy luggage directly into the spacious vehicle trunk. Our first stop is Shiroi Koibito Park, a fairytale theme park operated by Hokkaido’s famous confectioner Ishiya.
Explore Tudor-style European buildings, mechanical clock tower puppet shows, and lush rose gardens. Pick up exclusive park-only chocolate boxes and fresh sweets before heading back into the city center.
Afternoon City Tour & Shopping: Odori Park & Tanukikoji
Heading into central Sapporo, enjoy a final stroll along Odori Park to admire the iconic Sapporo TV Tower.
Next, visit Tanukikoji Shopping Street, a historic covered arcade stretching seven blocks. It is the ultimate spot to grab cosmetics, tax-free snacks, and local Hokkaido gifts all in one place.
Seamless Private Airport Transfer
After shopping, your driver steers directly to New Chitose Airport (CTS) via the Hokkaido Expressway.
Skip crowded trains with heavy baggage. Your driver drops you off at the International Departures curb and assists with luggage. Enjoy extra time exploring New Chitose Airport’s vast domestic terminal shopping arcade and Ramen Dojo before boarding your flight home!
Recommended Seasonal Clothing Guide & Travel Tips
Sapporo and New Chitose Airport offer urban convenience, but weather varies greatly between seasons. Plan ahead with our seasonal packing chart:
| Season & Months | What to Wear | Travel Insider Tips |
| Spring (Apr – May) | Light jackets, long-sleeve shirts, and comfortable walking shoes. | Cool spring breezes make city walking pleasant; carry a light jacket for outdoor park stops. |
| Summer (Jun – Aug) | Short sleeves, light trousers, sun hats, and comfortable sneakers. | Summer in Sapporo is warm and comfortable. Air-conditioned malls and airport halls make light layers ideal. |
| Autumn (Sep – Nov) | Thermal innerwear (Heattech), sweaters, and warm windproof coats. | Crisp autumn weather in October is refreshing. Bring a warm outer coat for Odori Park photo stops. |
| Winter (Dec – Mar) | Heavy down parkas, non-slip snow boots, beanies, gloves, and scarves. | Sapporo experiences heavy snowfall in winter. Booking a private airport transfer in a commercial vehicle avoids slipping on icy streets with heavy luggage. |
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Day 8 concludes an epic 8-day journey across Eastern Hokkaido’s lakes, mountains, and flower fields. End your Japan holiday with total convenience and comfort!
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