Departure date: 05 May, 2019 (Sun) Coach & Drive
Day 01 (Mon, 06 May’19)
Singapore – Haneda – Chitose – Noboribetsu
Drive: (-/-/Dinner) • Coach: (-/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Noboribetsu Daiichi Takimotokan (Hot Spring) or similar
(Car pick up at Chitose Poplar branch)
Start your trip right with a delicious meal of barbequed meats at the cosy Log House Wagyu Bibi Restaurant. Feast on juicy, tender wagyu beef and more at this table barbeque restaurant, guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds.
Following that, stop by at Lake Shikotsu to enjoy scenic views around the second deepest lake in Japan. This caldera lake’s crystal-clear waters often act as a mirror reflecting the mountains that surround it. Take a relaxing stroll along its shores and bask in the crisp spring air.
Day 02 (Tue, 07 May’19)
Noboribetsu – Hakodate
Drive: (Breakfast/-/Dinner) • Coach: (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Hanabishi Hotel (Hot Spring) or similar
Oniushi Park translates to the “place with plenty of trees” in Ainu language. It is very good news in Springtime as many of these trees, to be specific, over 500 of them are cherry trees!
Take in the sights at Onuma Quasi-National Park this morning. Selected as one of Japan’s New Three Best Views, the sight of Mt Komagatake reflected on the still waters of the lake on a clear day is sure to take your breath away.
In the afternoon, take a ride up to the top of the Goryokaku Tower to get a bird’s eye view of Japan’s first western-style fort as well as the 1,600 cherry trees that line the moat surrounding the tower. This was the site where the last stage of the Boshin War was fought in the “Battle of Hakodate” (1868-1869) between the emerging Meiji Government and the Tokugawa Government.
Day 03 (Wed, 08 May’19)
Hakodate
Drive: (Breakfast/-/Dinner) • Coach: (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Hanabishi Hotel (Hot Spring) or similar
First up this morning, head over to the Matsumae Castle, Japan’s northernmost castle and the only one in Hokkaido. Designated as a National Treasure in 1941, the castle is also ranked as one of the top 100 cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan as over 10,000 cherry trees of more than 250 different varieties stand in the castle grounds. A Sakura Festival is also held in conjunction with the blooms and food stalls are set up.
Next, explore the historical harbour of Hakodate Bay. The red brick former warehouses that line the bay have been converted into shops, restaurants and museums which one can easily spend an afternoon wandering around.
As the sun sets, take a ride up Mt Hakodate on the Hakodate Ropeway to see one of the three best night views in the world! Enjoy the aerial views on your way to the breath-taking panorama from the top.
Day 04 (Thu, 09 May’19)
Hakodate – Lake Toya
Drive: (Breakfast/-/Dinner) • Coach: (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: The Lake View Toya Nonokaze Resort (Hot Spring) or similar
Start your morning with a trip to the Hakodate Morning Market. Over 250 shops and restaurants offer fresh seafood, vegetables, fruits, and souvenirs at this lively market. Have a seafood rice bowl – freshly caught seafood over steaming hot rice, for your second breakfast of the day at one of the restaurants!
Stopping by at the Hokkaido Konbukan, a museum dedicated to kelp, you can learn all about how this versatile marine plant is farmed and processed, and even see the making of shredded konbu. Try all kinds of kelp products here, from kelp tea and rice toppings to kelp candy and even kelp soft serve!
Located in the Shikotsu-Toya National Park is Mt Usu, an active volcano that stands at 737 metres high. Take the Mt Usu Ropeway up the side of the mountain for a panoramic view of the spectacular mountain and surrounding landscapes, along with neighbouring Showa Shinzan and Lake Toya.
Day 05 (Fri, 10 May’19)
Lake Toya – Sapporo
Drive: (Breakfast/-/-) • Coach: (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo or similar
Begin your day with a sweet treat and view of Hokkaido’s Fuji, Mt Yotei, at Lake Hill Farm, a gelato shop and restaurant on a small hill. Serving up 20 varieties of gelato made using milk from the farm itself, try the seasonal flavours made using locally produced fruits and vegetables.
Head to Otaru next and spend the afternoon wandering round its quaint streets. A former major herring centre and the terminal station for Hokkaido’s first railroad, the charming buildings that line the streets now house whimsical music box museums, patisseries selling mouth-watering creations, and intricate glassware ornaments. Also worth checking out is Otaru’s sushi street, where only the freshest seafood makes it to the menu in every sushi restaurant along the row.
Day 06 (Sat, 11 May’19)
Sapporo
Drive: (Breakfast/-/-) • Coach: (Breakfast/-/-)
Hotel: Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo or similar
Free and easy day in Sapporo.
(Car return in Sapporo city)
Day 07 (Sun, 12 May’19)
Sapporo – Haneda – Singapore
Drive: (Breakfast/-/-) • Coach: (Breakfast/-/-)
Have some free and easy time in Sapporo this morning before heading to Chitose for your flight back to Singapore.
COACH TOUR (SILVER)
Assemble date: 05 May, Sun (SO13323)
Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
05May NH 844 Singapore - Haneda
2215 / 0630*1
06May NH 55 Haneda - Chitose
0900 / 1035
12May NH 78 Chitose - Haneda
1930 / 2105
13May NH 843 Haneda - Singapore
0040 / 0640
Tour price per person (in SGD)
Group size: 10-14 pax
Adult twin share $4,180; Adult triple share $4,080; Adult single $5,080
Child twin share $4,180; Child with Bed $3,780; Child no Bed $1,380
Group size: 15-19 pax
Adult twin share $3,880; Adult triple share $3,780; Adult single $4,780
Child twin share $3,880; Child with Bed $3,480; Child no Bed $1,380
Group size: 20 pax & above
Adult twin share $3,580; Adult triple share $3,480; Adult single $4,480
Child twin share $3,580; Child with Bed $3,180; Child no Bed $1,380
Tour price includes:
Hotel accommodation as stipulated in itinerary
Tours and Meals as stipulated in itinerary
Comprehensive travel insurance
Tour price excludes:
Air ticket
Airport taxes & fuel charges (Estimated, subject to change)
Visa application fee (if any)
Remarks:
The prices are subject to change upon fluctuations of currency exchange rates. Flight schedule and the sequence of the itinerary are subject to change with or without prior notice to ensure the smooth running of the tour.
Minimum group size to confirm tour is 10 adults/children with bed.
Please refer to booking form for further terms and conditions.
DRIVE TOUR (SILVER)
Assemble date: 05 May, Sun (SO13322)
Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
05May NH 844 Singapore - Haneda
2215 / 0630*1
06May NH 55 Haneda - Chitose
0900 / 1035
12May NH 78 Chitose - Haneda
1930 / 2105
13May NH 843 Haneda - Singapore
0040 / 0640
1st & 2nd passenger
Vitz : Adult twin share $2,980; Adult single $3,980
Corolla/Corolla Fielder : Adult twin share $3,080; Adult single $4,180
New Prius*/Isis : Adult twin share $3,180; Adult single $4,380
Estima/Velfire : Adult twin share $3,380; Adult single $4,780
3rd & 4th passenger
(sharing same car with 1st & 2nd passenger)
Adult twin share $2,480; Adult triple share $2,380
Child twin share $2,480; Child with bed $2,080
Child no bed (age 4 & below) $1,180
Tour price includes:
Hotel accommodation as stipulated in itinerary
Meals as stipulated in itinerary
FMJ driving guidebook (1 per car)
ETC card and Japan Handphone (1 per car)
Comprehensive travel insurance
Car rental with insurance coverage
Tour price excludes:
Air ticket
Airport taxes & fuel charges (Estimated, subject to change)
Parking & Entrance fees to sightseeing spots
Petrol or Oil refilling
Child seat (if required)
Application fee for IDP
Visa application fee (if any)
Any other charges not stated as included
Remarks:
English Voice-over GPS Navigation system subject to availability.
The prices are subject to change upon fluctuations of currency exchange rates. Flight schedule and the sequence of the itinerary are subject to change with or without prior notice to ensure the smooth running of the tour.
Minimum group size to confirm tour is 10 adults/children with bed.
Child no bed will be served simple meals.
Please refer to booking form for further terms and conditions.