Japan

Japan Powder Odyssey with Pro Club

duration: 10 days

difficulty: Strenuous

group size: 10

experience: Intermediate

Overview

Join Carl and Pro Club on an epic adventure in Hokkaido, Japan! Experience unforgettable powder conditions at Japan's premier ski destination, Hokkaido Ski Area. This fully guided tour offers a perfect mix of bottomless powder, delicious food, and fascinating Japanese culture.

Perfect for intermediate to advanced skiers, the trip begins in Sapporo before exploring Hokkaido's best resorts like Sapporo Teine, Kiroro Snow World, and more. The goal is to give you the ultimate powder experience with minimal effort.

Your experienced guide will lead you to the best powder spots, ensuring an amazing day on the slopes. From off-piste adventures to backcountry challenges, you are covered for an unforgettable ski trip in Japan!

Hightlights

- Experience unforgettable powder skiing at Japan's premier destination.

- Choose between off-piste resort skiing or backcountry skiing each day.

- Exploring resort boundaries or embarking on short side-country excursions.

- For the more adventurous, you can delve deeper into the backcountry to discover steeper terrain and more challenges.

- Expert Powder Ski Guides ensure maximum snow time, guiding you to the best powder spots and amazing lines.

- Enjoy 2 nights in Sapporo for an ultimate city experience.

- Retreat to a private lodge nestled in Hokkaido's snowiest valley for 7 nights.

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Trip host

Carl Swedberg

Carl Swedberg has his degree in Exercise Science from Western Washington University and has been working at one of the country’s most profound health clubs (PRO Sports Club in Bellevue, WA) for the past 22 years. He holds six national certifications in personal training, special populations, health coaching, and athletic performance from NSCA, ACSM, and ACE. Additionally, Carl has been a content provider/evaluator for ACE’s Medical Exercise Specialist Certification exam. Carl has been in a leadership role for most of his tenure at PRO Club, the last 15 years in a full-time manager/director role overseeing a team of 100+ personal trainers while still doing a few hours of training a week and teaching group fitness class called Mountain Conditioning preparing people for alpine adventures. Carl enjoys mountaineering, trail running, skiing and is always thinking about the next challenge.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive to Hokkaido

After your domestic flight from Tokyo to New Chitose International Airport, you will take your private airport transfer to your hotel in central Sapporo. Spend the afternoon exploring the area, including the local hot springs and scenic views.

Meals: None

Day 2: Guided Off-piste / Backcountry in Sapporo

Day 3: Unguided Ski Day Sapporo

Day 4: Guided Off-piste / Backcountry

Day 5: Guided Off-piste / Backcountry

Day 6: Guided Off-piste / Backcountry

Day 7: Rest Day

Day 8: Guided Off-piste / Backcountry

Day 9: Guided Off-piste / Backcountry

Day 10: Depart for Tokyo

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Accommodations

On day 1, for 2 days

Stay in a centrally located 3-star hotel in Sapporo, based on double occupancy. Your accommodation offers a well-appointed, clean, and comfortable stay, situated conveniently close to Susukino's entertainment district. Within walking distance, you'll find an array of restaurants, bars, and shops, making it the perfect base to explore the lively city. Immerse yourself in the local culture, indulge in delicious cuisine, and marvel at the winter city views and illuminations. Ski resorts are easily accessible, with daily transfers provided to ensure you experience the best snow conditions and the finest of Japow.

On day 3, for 7 days

Pricing

Included:

Transfers

Accommodation

Admission fees

Guide fees

Luggage transfers

Airport transfer

Local guide

Some meals

Excluded:

Alcoholic beverages

Gratuities

Flights

Visas

Travel insurance

Personal gear

Do not forget to arrange for the requisite passport, visa and travel insurance, if you are booking an international trip.

We try our best to ensure accurate and up-to-date guide information, but in some cases this may change due to emergencies or other unforeseen guide scheduling challenges. In any case, another highly-rated, certified guide with similar experience would lead your trip and you will be kept informed of any such case.