Niseko PSO: Powder, Sushi, Onsen
February 10 – 17, 2012
| Feb 10 | Arrival to the Chitose airport in Hokkaido |
| Feb 11 | Visit the world famous Sapporo Snow Festival |
| Feb 12 - 16 | Skiing the resorts in Niseko (5 days) |
| Feb 17 | Departure back to Sapporo and the Chitose airport |
Niseko saw snow falls at their resorts this last winter reaching a whopping 16 plus meters of total snow for the season. With that amount of precipitation it has quickly become one of the powder capitals of the world. The Niseko area has been a well-kept secret for some time and as a powder ski destination most North Americans overlook it.
To start the trip, we will travel into Sapporo for the Sapporo Snow Festival, a great winter event featuring spectacular snow and ice sculptures, a sight not to miss.
We are based in the resort town of Niseko with ski in/ski out accommodations at the Green Leaf Hotel. Niseko has several ski resorts that when joined with an all mountain ski pass, provide impressive skiable acreage. There are several backcountry gates that provide access to some great side country skiing and it will be our aim to use these backcountry gates whenever possible. Expect variable weather in Niseko and be prepared for snow. It can snow for days on end. There are several on mountain lunch spots that offer superb Japanese food at reasonable prices, and western food is available as well.
One of the great aspects of the trip is that our Niseko accommodation, The Green Leaf Hotel, has its own natural hot springs on site. The hot springs themselves are fantastic, not just for the soaking experience, but for the integration into the Japanese Onsen culture. Onsens are separated for men and women, which takes away all barriers associated with mixed bathing and turning it into more of a spiritual experience. Click here for more on onsens and onsen etiquette.
There is no better way to relax after a day of powder skiing than with a hot soak from a natural spring.
Aside from the onsen the Japanese take pride in their food. It is one of the highlights of the trip. The Green Leaf Hotel has beautiful Japanese food nightly, with the option of a western or Japanese style breakfast. At times you have no idea what you’re eating, but you know it’s been prepared just right.
Located on the bus loop, travelling into town for dining and shopping is just a short journey away. The Green Leaf is a ski in/ski out hotel that sits right on the slopes of Niseko Village A ski in/ski out location with its own hot springs provides the perfect location for a ski holiday.
daily overview
Feb 10 Arrival in Sapporo/Chitose airport and check in at the airport hotel right in the terminal.
Feb 11 Visit the world famous Snow Festival in Sapporo. Afternoon shuttle to Niseko.
Feb 12-16 Five days of skiing the four resorts of Niseko on an all mountain ski pass. Options to either ski the terrain of Niseko or tackle the side country terrain when the gates and weather permit. Finishing each day with a hot spring soak to soothe the body before dinner.
Feb 17 Departure time. Early shuttle back to Sapporo/Chitose airport in time to catch afternoon flights.
PRICE (per person/per guide)
3 people, one guide $4300
4 people, one guide $3900 two guides $5000
5 people, one guide $3700 two guides $4600
6 people, one guide $3500 two guides $4300
7 people two guides $4100
8 people two guides $3300
9 people or more, price to be determined
*number of guides will depend on group splits of skiing level
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