Japan: New Destinations Hokkaido – Taiwan
Lavender fields, volcanic lakes & Taiwan's night markets
Trip overview
Our newest double-country itinerary pairs Japan's wild northern island with Taiwan's vibrant fusion culture. Hike around Shiretoko's volcanic calderas when the lavender blooms, cycle the flat farmlands of Biei, then trade tweed for night markets as you land in Taipei for geothermal hot springs and Taroko's marble gorges.
Furano lavender fields & Biei patchwork hills
Shiretoko Five Lakes wilderness boardwalks
Taipei 101 observatory & night market crawl
Taroko Gorge marble canyon full-day hike
Beitou hot-spring afternoon in Taipei
Day-by-day itinerary
11 days — tap any day to see what awaits.
Ramen alley welcome dinner.
Departures & availability
Guaranteed departures operate even with small groups. Statuses update daily.
| Departure | Status | Price pp |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2027 | Available | $3,999 |
| Aug 14, 2027 | Guaranteed | $3,999 |
| Sep 18, 2027 | Available | $3,999 |
What's included
- 10 nights hotels & lakeside resorts
- Flight Sapporo–Taipei
- Daily breakfast + 5 dinners
- All national park entrances
- Dual Japanese & Mandarin guides
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Bike rental optional
- Personal expenses
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