Japan

Name: Finisterra Travel
Price range: $$$

HOKKAIDO TOUR – SELF-DRIVE ADVENTURE

Breathtaking Landscapes, Ainu Culture & Wildflower-Filled Roads.

Spring is Hokkaido at its absolute best. This 11-day Hokkaido tour is a self-drive adventure made for travellers who crave wide-open roads, untamed nature, and authentic cultural encounters. Slide behind the wheel and cruise long, empty highways framed by blue skies, snow-dusted peaks, and rolling countryside.

Explore dynamic landscapes on foot and by bike, trekking through meadows bursting with wildflowers and cycling Furano’s gentle hills. Stop at local farms for the sweetest tomatoes you’ve ever tasted, soak in soothing hot springs, and indulge in Hokkaido’s famously fresh seafood.

In Shiretoko National Park, head out on a nature cruise to spot dolphins and, if luck is on your side, killer whales. Along the way, connect with welcoming locals and gain insight into Ainu culture, adding depth and meaning to every mile.

This is Eastern Hokkaido at its most vivid. Wild, welcoming, and wonderfully free.

Dates: Best experienced in May and June or September and October
This is a sample itinerary and can be customized to suit your travel style. Contact us to start planning your Hokkaido road trip.

SOUTHERN JAPAN WITH KERI + NICOLA

Discover the Energetic Heart of Kyushu with Keri & Nicola of Finisterra!

Join Keri and Nicola on an unforgettable small group tour through Kyushu, Japan’s southern treasure, where nature’s raw power meets deep-rooted traditions. Home to 17 active volcanoes, Kyushu is Japan’s most volcanically dynamic region, offering dramatic landscapes, rich history, and unique cultural experiences. Hike through breathtaking eruption sites, soak in mineral-rich hot springs known for their healing properties, and taste delicious local cuisine—including food steamed using the region’s natural geothermal heat. From the rolling grasslands of Aso, where people, cattle, and horses live in harmony, to the awe-inspiring Mount Aso, one of the world’s largest volcanic calderas, every stop on this adventure will leave you in awe.

This Southern Japan tour is not just about landscapes—it’s about history, culture, and people.

November 7-14, 2026

Two friends sitting on a bench forming a heart shape with their hands while overlooking the Pacific Ocean along the Michinoku Coastal Trail in Japan

JAPAN’S NEWEST GEM: THE MICHINOKU COASTAL TRAIL

Discover Japan beyond Tokyo and Kyoto with the Michinoku Coastal Trail—a breathtaking 1,000km trek through Tohoku’s rugged coastline, rich culture, and resilient communities.

AUTHENTIC TRIP TO JAPAN

Japan is a place of exhilarating contrasts. One moment you’re immersed in neon-lit streets and high-speed trains, the next you’re standing quietly before ancient temples, misty mountains, and timeless traditions. This 9-day journey moves seamlessly between the ultra-modern and the deeply rooted, offering an unforgettable introduction to Japan’s many layers.

Travel from the electric pulse of Tokyo to the coastal calm of Kamakura, with Mt. Fuji rising dramatically along the way. Discover culinary and cultural highlights in Nagoya, wander Kyoto’s storied streets and shrines, and dive into Osaka’s legendary food scene and playful energy.

Led by passionate local guides, you’ll experience Japan beyond the surface. Connect with everyday life, take part in meaningful local activities, and gain insight into customs, craftsmanship, and culture that have shaped the country for centuries. From mega-metropolises to intimate neighbourhoods, every stop reveals something unexpected.

Japan is endlessly fascinating, and best explored with those who know it best. We can’t wait for you to fall under its spell.

Dates: Recommended March to November
This is a sample itinerary and can be fully customized. Dates available upon request.