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Price p/p Price is per person for group tour with 5 or 6 in the group, twin-share, for 2027 season.
Base/invoice currency is in Japanese Yen
Displayed price may vary slightly to actual due to currency fluctuations
AUD 6,078

CENTRAL HOKKAIDO LIFT ASSISTED TOURING
8 Nights | 6 Days Guided Skiing

Location: Japan | Tour Focus: Guided | Terrain Focus: Off-Piste, Backcountry, Sidecountry
Ability: Advanced to Expert
Price p/p Price is per person for group tour with 5 or 6 in the group, twin-share, for 2027 season.
Base/invoice currency is in Japanese Yen
Displayed price may vary slightly to actual due to currency fluctuations
AUD 6,078
Explore the famed Central Hokkaido Powder Belt from a base in Furano then the city of Asahikawa. Emphasis on lift assisted touring and 2 or more backcountry days. Mixed group tours so solos & duos can join others.
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Fixed Date(s): Dec 17 - Dec 25, 2026
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Dec 26 - Jan 03, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Jan 04 - Jan 12, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Jan 13 - Jan 21, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Jan 22 - Jan 30, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Jan 31 - Feb 08, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Feb 09 - Feb 17, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Feb 18 - Feb 26, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Feb 27 - Mar 07, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Mar 08 - Mar 16, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
Fixed Date(s): Mar 17 - Mar 25, 2027
Days: 9
Price: AUD 6,078
Availability: Available
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Ultimate Central Hokkaido

The Ultimate Central Hokkaido Tour heads to different ski areas and backcountry zones in Central Hokkaido, from your base in Furano for 4 nights then 4 nights in the city of Asahikawa. On the Ultimate Central Hokkaido you'll get to tackle the powder the best and get the best of both worlds whilst working smarter not harder. Get some runs in which what's for grabs at a ski resort and then if it gets tracked out, you'll put on the skins and tour a bit further afield whilst still utilising the capabilities that the lifts can provide. For 2 or more days, there will be full backcountry days depending on the conditions on the day and the group dynamics.

The ski areas of Central Hokkaido are powder laden. Due to the location away from the coast, the climatic conditions in Central Hokkaido produce low humidity dry powder that falls in abundance. The region also has the highest mountains of Hokkaido.

The trip starts based out of Furano and here are some terrain examples:

The second base will be the city of Asahikawa and here are some options:
  • Asahidake - one cable car, the tallest mountain in Hokkaido and an active volcano with billowing fumaroles that are visible on fine days
  • Kamui Links - the locals ski resort with playful terrain
  • Kurodake - partly lift served backcountry with the most gnarly terrain in Hokkaido - only available certain dates
  • Backcountry - there are various options for classic birch tree runs not too far from the city
Local weather patterns typically vary somewhat, and your guide will have some flexibility to adapt the trip to chase snow conditions in order for you to get the best possible experience.

Groups

This tour is offered as a mixed group tour where solos or small groups can join one of the fixed date tours. The sample pricing is based on if there are 5 or 6 people in the group and it is tiered if there are less people in the group. See the Rates and Inclusions tab for pricing information.

Groups will be split according to guest ability and objectives such as those wanting an introduction to touring up to enthusiastic backcountry tourers.

Or if you have your own group you can have a private tour. The tour is customisable to what you want. It's up to you.

If you have any questions or want to double check about availability, please make a booking request.

Ability

This tour requires advanced to expert riding skills. Riders should be fit and feel comfortable skiing powder snow in amongst trees. The guides can cover introductory skills for riding in the backcountry in order to gain the best experience from the tour. Guests will be grouped according to skill level as well as fitness or touring objectives.

Equipment

Avalanche safety equipment and touring gear is required for this trip. If you don't have your own, these can be rented. Please get in contact for more information.

Lodging

You will be staying in a hotel in Furano, within walking distance to restaurants, bars and convenience stores. Book early enough and the aim is to have a hotel with a hot spring on the top floor. Rooms are shared twin bed rooms with ensuite bathroom.

In Asahikawa you will stay in a hotel within easy walking distance of restaurants, bars and shops.

If you are a solo traveller there is the option to upgrade to a single room for an additional charge.

Itinerary

This is an itinerary outline. Each day the guide will decide on the ski area depending on the snow and weather conditions.

Day 1 - Arrival

  • Pick-up from Chitose Airport or Asahikawa airport and relax as you get driven through the snowy mountain passes until your arrival in Furano, the centre of the powder belt.
  • Check in to your accommodation, get settled in.
  • 7pm briefing on the trip.

Day 2 - 5 Furano Zone

  • The mountains are bigger, the powder is dryer and the touring options are endless. The knowledgeable guides lead the way to numerous spots in and around the Daisetsuzan national park.
  • There is a choice of 6 resorts and a lot more backcountry areas,
  • 3 days of skiing with the potential to ski/ride at Furano, Tomamu, Sahoro, Tokachidake/Furanodake
  • 1 rest day, group excursion or optional added guided ski day for those who want more

Day 6 - 8: Asahikawa Zone

  • 3 days of skiing from the northern city of of Asahikawa
  • Options of Asahidake, Kamui, Kurodake or backcountry near Asahikawa

Day 9 - Departure

  • You'll be dropped off at the airport or train station for your reluctant departure

2026-27 Rates & Inclusions

Rates

Group Tours - Price Per Person
  • 1,165,000 yen - 2 people
  • 955,000 yen - 3 people
  • 729,000 yen - 4 people
  • 685,000 yen - 5 or 6 people
  • base/invoice currency is in Japanese Yen
  • group tours require a minimum of 3 people
  • to double check availability or any other questions, please get in touch
Private Trips
  • Customised to your requirements
  • Minimum 2 people
  • for a private tour please make a booking request for a quote for your group 
Inclusions
  • 8 nights accommodation in Furano & Asahikawa
  • Daily breakfast
  • 6 days of skiing/riding with certified guide
  • Lift passes for 5 days
  • Transport for duration of trip, pick-up & drop-off to dinner or onsen in evening
Add-ons
  • Avalanche safety equipment, ski/snowboard rentals
  • Single occupancy
  • Optional extra day of guiding or excursion or rest day
  • Backcountry touring equipment rentals
Not Included
  • Flights
  • Travel & medical insurance
  • Lunch, dinners, drinks
  • Optional tipping to guides

Terms & Conditions

CANCELATION POLICY

  • Day guides: A full payment is required upon time of booking. If booking is canceled a 20% deposit will be non-refundable. This deposit is fully transferable till 30 days prior to the start date.  
  • Multi day tours: Private tour: A 50% deposit is required upon the time of booking. The outstanding 50% is due 30 days prior to the booking start date. If booking is canceled a 30% deposit will be non-refundable. Once a tour has commenced from the date specified 100% is non refundable.
  • Group Tour: An initial deposit of ¥250,000 yen per person is required to secure your place and then the remainder will be calculated and invoiced 30 days prior to booking. If booking is canceled the ¥250,000 deposit will be non-refundable. 

CANCELLATION BY THE TRAVELER:

  • 30 plus days prior to booking date commencement – deposit will be forfeited but transferable to a later date or the next season
  • 8 – 29 days prior to booking commencement – 50% of total booking value will be forfeited
  • Up to 7 days prior to booking commencement – total booking value will be forfeited

RIGHTS RESERVED:

  • Summit Ski cannot offer refunds for missed reservations, early departures, inclement weather/extreme avalanche danger, snow conditions, or force majeure events and are not responsible for additional expenses incurred in preparing for the trip (e.g. airline tickets, visa application fees, equipment purchases, etc).

CANCELLATIONS BY SUMMIT SKI

  • Summit Ski School & Guiding reserves the right to cancel any guided or instructional day before it is confirmed to run or due to circumstances beyond our control. If this occurs, you will be given the option of changing to another guided or instructional day if available or receiving a full refund. Summit is not responsible for any incidental expense agents or participants have incurred as a result of your booking. If an alternative guided or instructional day is chosen and it is at a lower value than the original booked guided or instructional day Summit will refund the difference. If the alternative guided or instructional day is of a higher value, then you will pay the difference in price.

PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT FORM:

  • A Participant Agreement form is required for each person booked to a guided or instructional day. For group bookings, it is the responsibility of the person, whose name holds the booking, to ensure that each member of their group has read and understands the participant agreement form. The person whose name holds the booking takes full responsibility for the group in agreement with terms and conditions as well as the participant agreement form, regardless if the participant form has been signed or not. Participant agreement forms are preferably filled in prior to a guided or instructional day or completed before first lift on the day of the booking. If the customer fails to sign the participant form then the customer confirms that their payment will be recognised and counted as agreement and confirmation of all details within participant form as well as confirmation for the terms and conditions.

REFUNDS:

  • If you are eligible for a refund once a booking has been canceled, the balance less any non-refundable amounts & cancellation fees will be forwarded to you within 2-6 weeks.