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2026 UCI Gran Fondo World Championships - Niseko, Japan

Higher Ground is the offical travel partner of AusCycling for the 2026 UCI Gran Fondo World Championships being held in Niseko, Japan.

TEAM AUSTRALIA Event Packages are now available for competitors & supporters.

Official Travel Packages

Frequently Asked Questions

Event Schedule

Full Team-AUS Experience, 26-31 August

Always Niseko Team-AUS Base

Inclusions:

5 nights at Always Niseko: Boutique comfort <2km from start/finish
On-site Team Australia Mechanic & Massage Therapist*
Daily breakfast plus 2x Team Dinners
Course Recon Coach Tour
Event Pack
Hotel – Event Village - Kutchan Township Team AUS Shuttle Service
In-room & bike-room storage options
On-site support

From $2,450 per competitor twin/double share

From $1,990 per supporter twin/double share

Triple & quad share options available

Single supplement: $740

Optional extras:

Day tours & cultural experiences
Airport Transfers
Extend your stay at the hotel
Flights & Pre/post-Event Travel Booking Service

Further info & to register

The Premium Resort Base, 26-31 August

Niseko Style Premium Experience

Inclusions:

5 nights at Niseko Style Hanazono: Award winning nature focused retreat <10km from start/finish
Daily breakfast
Complimentary Onsen, Sauna & Gym access
Team Australia Mechanic & Massage Therapist* services available at Always Niseko hotel
On-site Spa Facility & Treatments*
Course Recon Coach Tour
Event Pack
Hotel – Event Village - Kutchan Township Team AUS Shuttle Service
In-room & bike-room storage options
On-site support

From $2,580 per competitor twin/double share

From $2,110 per supporter based on twin share

Triple & quad share options also available

Single supplement: $940

Optional extras:

Day tours & cultural experiences
Airport Transfers
Extend your stay at the hotel
Flights & Pre/post-Event Travel Booking Service

Further info & to register

Pre & Post Event Touring

Tokyo Escape & Hokkaido Explorer

Tokyo (22-26 August)

Experience the best of Tokyo including:

4 nights at 4 star accom in Shibuya, Tokyo
City & food tours
Sumo Experience
Airport Transfers

+ time to explore at leisure

From $1,695 per person based on twin/double share

Single supplement: $800

Hokkaido (31 August - 6 September)

Discover the incredible North Island, including:

Onsen visits & Ryokan stays
Volcanoes, lakes & unique villages & cities
Local dining experiences
Bike storage for duration of tour
Hirafu to tour start transfer
Airport departure transfer

From $4,415 per person based on twin/double share

Single supplement: $1,150

Further info & to register

All packages are subject to availability at time of booking. Rates are subject to change until bookings are confirmed and deposits received. Full terms and conditions are provided at time of booking, including payment schedule, cancellation & change fees.

*Massage and spa treatment appointments are limited and additional costs apply which are payable directly to the provider.