A$3,000 | 10 days | from Sydney | Comfortable
Why you'll love it
Sapporo is the capital of Hokkaido, Japan's northern island, known for snowy winters, mild summers and hearty food. It scores 9 out of 10 for food and safety, and 8 for adventure and nature, so it works as both a winter snow trip and a cooler summer escape.
The best time to visit Sapporo is December to February for snow and winter festivals, or June to August for mild summer weather and flower fields. The Sapporo Snow Festival in February is the biggest event of the year.
Try miso ramen, fresh seafood at the Nijo Market and the local lamb barbecue known as Genghis Khan. Visit the Sapporo Beer Museum, and take the ropeway up Mount Moiwa for night views. Ski resorts such as Niseko and Rusutsu are within reach, and the canal town of Otaru makes an easy day trip.
Sapporo suits skiers, families and food lovers.
Your trip cost
For 10 days from Sydney