3 Days Niseko Itinerary: Best Places to Visit in Niseko

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Day 1

Niseko Mt. Resort Grand Hirafu

Opening Hours: It is usually open from late November to early May, and mid-December to late March is the peak season. The mountain cable car usually runs from 8:30, and the areas are different. Some will run until the evening. You can check the official website in detail.

Ticket Price: 1600 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Days

Location: 204 Aza Yamada, Kutchan-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido

Hirafu Ski Resort is the largest ski resort in the Niseko area, with more than 30 runs, which can meet the needs of skiers of different levels. The cable car here can go directly to the crater. The ski resort also has various courses for beginners. The town beside the ski field is a very prosperous place in the area, with many dining facilities.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: On August day, take the gondola to the ski resort. Although I didn't see snow, I saw the sheep's foot mountain surrounded by clouds opposite. It is very interesting. If you have time, it is recommended to climb the mountain along the trail.

Trip.com User: The best place I have ever skied, lots of variety and hiking to the top is amazing!

Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa Hokkaido is the best places.

The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa Hokkaido

As one of the best appointed hotels for G8 Summit, The Windsor Hotel Toya Resort & Spa features natural environment and high level service. You can feel the beauty here in each season.
There are more than 380 luxury rooms and kinds of G8 Suite with good view of Toya lake or ocean. The French restaurant Michel Bras Toya Japon features 3 Michelin stars. Guest can taste kinds of delicacy in more than ten restaurants here.
The concept at Bloom SPA Toya is to help you reach peak physical and mental condition like a flower in full bloom found in Toya’s landscape. In a facility designed to provide guests relaxation from the soul, indulge yourself in a wide range of treatments.
Hotel offers activities like standard golf, mountain-biking, which guest can take part in to experience the fantastic nature.

Day 2 | Morning

Niseko Annupuri Onsen

Ticket Price: 1000 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 3.0-4.0 Hours

Location: 438 Niseko, Abuta District, Abuta District, Hokkaido 048-1511, Japan

Our natural hot spring, gushes from its source at 56.4 degrees celcius and all of the mineral water used in the baths is 100% Natural mineral water. The outdoor bathing area is without doubt the pride and joy of our facility. A long and relaxing soak in our baths is perfect for revitalizing yourself. At Yugokotei everyone is more than welcome and our friendly staff are looking forward to greeting you soon.The hot spring is rich in gushing volume and is located at the entrance to the Annupuri Mountain Ski Resort. The open-air hot springs overlooking the natural park are well-received for the beauty of the changing seasons. In addition, the spacious large public bath was renovated in 2005 with slopes and handrails, so that even older guests can take a bath with peace of mind. The main bathing options are Tangxinting Hotel, Hilton Resort and so on.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Niseko Annupuri Onsen, Niseko United next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Niseko United

Ticket Price: 4800 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: Higashiyama Onsen, Niseko-cho, Abuta-gun, Hokkaido

Niseko Powder Snow Ski Resort has soft and smooth powder snow. The snow season lasts until the end of March every year. The snow season here is very long, and both snow play and skiers love it here.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: It's one of the best ski courts in the world with super wonderful weather.The stuffs in Annupuri Resort are greatly helpul and warm hearted.If you love to go skiing ,you won't miss it!

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, The Westin Rusutsu Resort is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

The Westin Rusutsu Resort

Set in a prime location of Rusutsu, The Westin Rusutsu Resort puts everything the city has to offer just outside your doorstep. Offering a variety of facilities and services, the hotel provides all you need for a good night's sleep. Facilities like laundromat, convenience store, free Wi-Fi in all rooms, daily housekeeping, postal service are readily available for you to enjoy. Comfortable guestrooms ensure a good night's sleep with some rooms featuring facilities such as television LCD/plasma screen, air purifier, humidifier, towels, internet access – wireless. Entertain the hotel's recreational facilities, including canoe, hiking trails, mini golf course, ski equipment rentals, ski lessons. No matter what your reasons are for visiting Rusutsu, The Westin Rusutsu Resort will make you feel instantly at home.

Day 3 | Morning

Niseko Annupuri Kokusai Ski Area

Opening Hours: Cable car running time: 8:30-16:30 (night business hours to 20:30)

Ticket Price: 400 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: 485 Niseko, Abuta District, Hokkaido 048-1511, Japan

Annupuri International Ski Resort is located in Niseko, Hokkaido, Hokkaido, and is a paradise for powder snow. There are wide pistes for beginners, steep slopes and deep snow forest pistes for advanced skiers. Take the cable car to the top of the mountain and ride down, and you can see the beautiful scenery of Yotei Mountain and Lake Toya in the distance. In addition, some ski trails are also open at night, so it is also a good experience to enjoy the night view of Niseko Town while skiing.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Trip.com User: 練習滑雪的合適地點。

Day 3 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Snowmobile Land.

Snowmobile Land

Ticket Price: 2625 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1.0 Days

Location: 217-1 Makkari-mura, Abuta-gun217-1 Makkari-mura, Abuta-gun

Riding a snowmobile and zipping through snow-covered fields and forests is an unforgettable experience. You can also ride here while looking at the magnificent scenery of Mt. Yotei. Even beginners can easily master the skills and have fun. The experience course is about 100 minutes, and the forest course is about 30 minutes. Must be over 13 years old.

Day 3 | Evening

Don’t forget to book Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono in advance, because all the tourists head to Snowmobile Land love staying at it.

Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono

Set in a spectacular natural landscape with stunning views across the Annupuri ranges and Mount Yotei, Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono is a true year-round mountain resort with spaces and guestrooms that are designed for enriching experiences in an environment of carefully curated art, cuisine and contemporary design. The exclusive Hanazono side of Mt. Annupuri is known for its exceptional powder snow, world-class skiing and snowboarding facilities, as well as Hanzono Golf course, natural onsen hot springs, abundant lush nature and majestic mountains. The hotel is approximately 2 hour drive from New Chitose Airport near Sapporo and a 10-minute drive from Kutchan train station. Park Hyatt Niseko Hanazono combines 100 hotel guest rooms including nine suites with private semi-outdoor onsen baths, in addition to more than 80 residences, all with ski-in/ ski-out convenience. The hotel’s guest rooms all feature a large master bedroom, a separate living room with plush sofa convertible into an extra bed, a generous walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom with rain shower and soaking bathtub. Rooms have floor-to-ceiling windows allowing guests to enjoy the breathtaking views. The hotel offers an extensive selection of cuisine, focusing on local produce from the land and sea, all made with culinary craftsmanship. The hotel’s six signature restaurants will feature Italian, Chinese, robatayaki, teppanyaki, as well as the Sushi and French terroir cuisine of Michelin starred chefs. In addition are private dining rooms, bars, lounges and wine cellars. The hotel features Spa offering a wide range of body and facial treatments. There are four single and two couple treatment rooms, a 25-meter pool, hot spring onsen baths as well as a Health Club.

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