19 days in Bandar Seri Begawan & Japan Itinerary
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Start: Melbourne, Australia
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Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam
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Tokyo, Japan
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Hakodate, Japan
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Asahikawa, Japan
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Sapporo, Japan
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Noboribetsu, Japan
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Hirosaki, Japan
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Sendai, Japan
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Tokyo, Japan
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Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam — 1 night
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The capital of the Sultanate of Brunei, Bandar Seri Begawan offers a variety of entertainment in a modern Islamic setting.On the 9th (Thu), don't miss a visit to Kampong Ayer - Venice of East.
To see traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Bandar Seri Begawan trip itinerary maker tool.
Melbourne, Australia to Bandar Seri Begawan is an approximately 10-hour flight. Traveling from Melbourne to Bandar Seri Begawan, you'll gain 2 hours due to the time zone difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Melbourne in February, with highs in Bandar Seri Begawan at 36°C and lows at 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to fly to Tokyo.
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Tokyo holds the status of most populous metropolitan area in the world--a fact you'll find tangible as you walk the bustling streets and explore its diverse neighborhoods and cultures.For more things to do, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, read Tokyo online trip planner.
Traveling by flight from Bandar Seri Begawan to Tokyo takes 9 hours. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Bandar Seri Begawan to Tokyo due to the time zone difference. Expect much colder temperatures when traveling from Bandar Seri Begawan in February; daily highs in Tokyo reach 12°C and lows reach 2°C. You'll set off for Hakodate on the 10th (Fri).
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Hakodate, Japan — 1 night
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City of Lights
A gateway to the island, Hakodate has gained a reputation for its waterfront attractions, its proximity to some of the island's most popular natural sites, and its seafood.Start off your visit on the 10th (Fri): admire the striking features of Goryokaku Park.
For reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Hakodate journey maker website.
You can fly from Tokyo to Hakodate in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Tokyo in February, with highs in Hakodate at 1°C and lows at -5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 11th (Sat) to allow time for travel to Asahikawa.
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Asahikawa, Japan — 2 nights
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Perched on the confluence of four rivers and surrounded by green hills, Asahikawa combines a modern city experience with the pristine nature nearby.Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sun): examine the collection at Otokoyama Sakezukuri Museum, find something for the whole family at Asahikawa Ramen Village, get to know the resident critters at Asahiyama Zoo, pause for some photo ops at Takuboku Ishikawa Statue and Monument, then make a trip to Asahikawa Station, and finally buy something for everyone on your list at AEON MALL Asahikawa Ekimae.
To see other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and tourist information, read Asahikawa tour itinerary maker website.
Traveling by combination of flight and train from Hakodate to Asahikawa takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Hakodate in February, expect nights in Asahikawa to be about the same, around -7°C, while days are a bit cooler, around -5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Sapporo.
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Sapporo, Japan — 1 night
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CIty of Ramen
A modern, bustling city known for its beer brewery, Sapporo attracts millions of visitors with its Snow Festival, during which elaborate ice and snow sculptures are exhibited all over town.Kick off your visit on the 13th (Mon): make a trip to Otaru Canal, enjoy the scholastic atmosphere at Hokkaido University Sapporo Campus, then wander the streets of Susukino, then take some stellar pictures from Sapporo TV Tower, and finally get into the urban bustle at Sapporo Underground Shopping Centre Aurora Town. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to Sapporo Clock Tower, stroll around Odori Park, and then get a sense of history and politics at Former Hokkaido Government Office Building.
To see photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Sapporo day trip planning site.
Traveling by car from Asahikawa to Sapporo takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around -1°C in February, and nighttime lows around -5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) so you can drive to Noboribetsu.
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Noboribetsu, Japan — 3 nights
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Perhaps the island's best-known hot spring resort, Noboribetsu has a long history of tourism.Venture out of the city with trips to Showashinzan (in Sobetsu-cho) and Silo Viewing Platform (in Toyako-cho). Next up on the itinerary: take in the dramatic natural features at Jigokudani, contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Toya, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Noboribetsu Bear Park, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.
For maps, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, use the Noboribetsu trip itinerary maker.
Traveling by car from Sapporo to Noboribetsu takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. February in Noboribetsu sees daily highs of 1°C and lows of -4°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) so you can fly to Hirosaki.
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Hirosaki, Japan — 2 nights
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A center of political power during the feudal era, Hirosaki today stands as a hub of culture and history in the north of the island.On the 18th (Sat), contemplate the long history of Former Hirosaki City Library, steep yourself in history at Former Fifty-Ninth Bank Aomori Bank Museum, then take in nature's colorful creations at Tsugaruhan Neputa Mura, then stroll around Hirosaki Park, and finally explore the historical opulence of Hirosaki Castle.
To find traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Hirosaki trip planner.
You can fly from Noboribetsu to Hirosaki in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In February, daytime highs in Hirosaki are 0°C, while nighttime lows are -5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to take a train to Sendai.
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Sendai, Japan — 2 nights
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Human history and nature combine seamlessly in Sendai, with the influence of each never far away in this green and storied city.You'll find plenty of places to visit near Sendai: Mt. Katta (in Zao-machi), Matsushima-machi (Matsushima Bay, Entsu-in Temple, &more) and Yamagata (Thermal Spas & Yamagata Zao Onsen Ski Resort). Next up on the itinerary: take an in-depth tour of Zuihoden, pause for some photo ops at Statue of Date Masumune on a Horse, stop by Sendai Mediatheque, and contemplate the long history of Osaki Hachiman Shrine.
For more things to do, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, read Sendai trip itinerary planning tool.
You can take a train from Hirosaki to Sendai in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Hirosaki in February; daily highs in Sendai reach 5°C and lows reach 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Tokyo.
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Tokyo, Japan — 6 nights
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When in Tokyo, make a side trip to see Tokyo DisneySea in Maihama, approximately Maihama away. See even more of Tokyo: don't miss a visit to Meiji Jingu Shrine, take an in-depth tour of Edo-Tokyo Museum, take in panoramic vistas at Tokyo Metropolitan Government Buildings, and wander the streets of Odaiba District.
To see more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Tokyo tour builder tool.
Traveling by flight from Sendai to Tokyo takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. While traveling from Sendai, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Tokyo, ranging from highs of 12°C to lows of 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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To see more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Tokyo tour builder tool.
Traveling by flight from Sendai to Tokyo takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. While traveling from Sendai, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Tokyo, ranging from highs of 12°C to lows of 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.
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Brunei Darussalam travel guide
A small but wealthy country benefiting hugely from large deposits of petroleum and natural gas, Brunei Darussalam sits on the vital sea routes connecting the Pacific to the Indian Ocean. While business-minded travelers make the trip to Brunei Darussalam to invest in some of Southeast Asia's biggest oil fields, tourists flock here to explore culturally rich cities and biologically diverse wilderness areas. National parks protect old-growth forests and coral reefs, providing a lush playground for intrepid hikers, bird-watchers, and divers. Well-rounded tours of Brunei Darussalam usually begin in Bandar Seri Begawan, a thriving capital city in which majestic mosques and modern museums contrast with a somewhat chaotic water village, where hundreds of private homes seem to float on the surface of the Brunei River.
Japan travel guide
Land of the Rising Sun
Part of a volcanic archipelago that encompasses over 6,800 islands, Japan remains one of Asia's most fascinating tourist destinations, where a blend of modernity and tradition creates a look and feel completely different from any other place in the world. A tour of Japan lets you discover big cities filled with ancient temples and innovative skyscrapers, as well as quiet country landscapes dotted with castles, perfectly manicured gardens, cherry orchards, and primeval forests seemingly untouched by the hand of mass tourism. Many tourists on vacation in Japan devote lots of time to the country's unique cuisine, prepared with painstaking attention to detail and a genius for simple yet effective presentation.
