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HOKKAIDO
FMJ 9D8N North Hokkaido Exploration (COACH)
Departure date:07 Aug, 2024 (Wed) Coach Tour
Day 01 (Wed, 07 Aug'24)
Singapore – Haneda
(-/-/-)
Hotel: The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda or similar
Arriving in Haneda today, get a good rest and prepare for your journey ahead.
Day 02 (Thu, 08 Aug'24)
Haneda – Chitose – Rishiri
(-/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Island Inn Rishiri (Hot Spring) or similar
Flying into Chitose this morning, transfer to another flight to Rishiri island where you will begin your tour with a visit to Himenuma Pond at the base of Mt Rishiri. Both the reflection of Mt Rishiri in the water and the actual mountain can be seen at the same time from the path that goes round the pond. Then, take in the spectacular view at Yuhigaoka Observatory, touted as one of the best places to view the sunset. From here, you can look out over Rishiri and Rebun along with the Sea of Japan.
Day 03 (Fri, 09 Aug'24)
Rishiri – Rebun – Rishiri
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Island Inn Rishiri (Hot Spring) or similar
Hop on a ferry for a day trip to Rebun Island where your first stop will be Kita no Canary Park, the filming location for the movie ‘Kita no Kanaria Tachi’, or ‘A Chorus of Angels’. A school building was constructed at this scenic location for the movie and remains as a museum of sorts, displaying costumes and memorabilia from the movie. Going round the island, make a stop at Cape Sukoton at the northernmost tip of Rebun from which you can see the vast expanse of sea and nearby rocky islands. Next, look out onto the stretch of rugged cliffs at Cape Sukai, arguably the best place to enjoy the clear sea water. Depending on light conditions, the water appears blue, green or emerald green.
Rebun is known as the floating flower garden due to its over 300 varieties of flowers, including many indigenous species and you can see and learn about these unique alpine flowers at the Takayama Botanical Garden. Going up to the Momoiwa Observatory, enjoy the alpine flowers on the rounded hill known as “peach rock” along with the view of Rishiri Island before you take a ferry back to Rishiri.
Day 04 (Sat, 10 Aug'24)
Rishiri – Chitose – Jozankei
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Chalet Ivy Jozankei (Private Hot Spring) or similar
Rishiri is said to have the most delicious uni, or sea urchin, in Japan thanks to the abundance of nutritious kelp which they feed on. In a Rishiri Activity, learn the methods to harvesting the uni, and gain an appreciation for the labour which goes into producing this premium seafood. Try your hand at harvesting, peeling and cleaning fresh-caught uni and taste the fruits of your labour at the end!
Take a flight back to Chitose after lunch and transfer over to Chalet Ivy Jozankei where you can spend the evening soaking in the comfort of your private hot spring bath. Nestled in the rich natural surrounds of Jozankei Valley, relax in the mineral-rich hot spring waters and enjoy the serenity you will find here.
Day 05 (Sun, 11 Aug'24)
Jozankei
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Chalet Ivy Jozankei (Private Hot Spring) or similar
Start the day at Fukidashi Park and sample the sweet spring water that flows down from Mt. Yotei, Hokkaido’s Mt. Fuji. Tucked away at the foot of the mountain, 80,000 tons of water filtered down from the peak gushes out each day. Don’t forget to do as the locals do and bring an empty bottle to collect some of it!
After a delectable lunch of Hokkaido’s fine produce and carefully prepared ingredients, take a ride up the Niseko Annupuri Gondola for some panoramic views of the area. A popular ski resort in winter, the summer gondola offers visitors a ride up to an altitude of 1,000m where spectacular views of Mt Yotei, Lake Toya, Mt Usu, Uchiura Bay, and the surrounding farmlands and forests can be had.
Day 06 (Mon, 12 Aug'24)
Jozankei – Otaru – Jozankei
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: Chalet Ivy Jozankei (Private Hot Spring) or similar
Spend some time at the town of Otaru this morning. 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. Beyond admiring the beautiful glassware, get hands-on by making your own glass creation in a glass making experience before rewarding your hard work with some of Otaru’s delicious sushi for lunch!
Do some fruit picking later at Nitori Kanko Orchard, a large fruit farm growing many different kinds of fruits. Pick and eat as much as you want of fruits in season, such as blueberries, plums, cherries and peaches, and pick up some juices, jams and other products from the store.
Day 07 (Tue, 13 Aug'24)
Jozankei – Sapporo
(Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Hotel: JR Tower Nikko Sapporo or similar
Cap off your holiday with a shopping spree at Mitsui Outlet Park Sapporo Kitahiroshima. The biggest outlet mall in Hokkaido, shop for all your favourite brands at outlet prices at this large indoor facility.
Afterwards, wander round the many unique sculptures and features of Moerenuma Park. A sprawling park located on the outskirts of Sapporo, the park was designed by famous sculptor Isamu Noguchi on land reclaimed from a waste disposal site and feels like a massive work of art itself.
Day 08 (Wed, 14 Aug'24)
Sapporo
(Breakfast/-/-)
Hotel: JR Tower Nikko Sapporo or similar
A free and easy day in Sapporo awaits you! Go on a shopping spree in the network of department stores and stand-alone shops covering areas both above and underground in Japan’s fifth largest city. Or join in the festivities at Odori Park where the Sapporo Summer Festival is underway. Feast and drink at the Sapporo Odori Beer Garden, one of the largest beer gardens in Japan, and dance along to the Hokkai Bon Odori, a traditional bon dance.
Day 09 (Thu, 15 Aug'24)
Sapporo – Chitose – Haneda – Singapore
(Breakfast/-/-)
Flight back to Singapore
Flight back to Singapore
COACH TOUR
Assemble date: 07 Aug 2024, Wed (SO15239)
Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
07 Aug SQ 632 Singapore - Haneda
0800 / 1555
08 Aug NH 59 Haneda - Chitose
1000 / 1135
08 Aug NH 4929 Chitose - Rishiri
1250 / 1345
10 Aug NH 4930 Rishiri - Chitose
1230 / 1410
15 Aug NH 62 Chitose - Haneda
1230 / 1410
15 Aug SQ 633 Haneda - Singapore
1705 / 2305
Tour price per person (in SGD)
Group size: 10 - 14 pax
Adult twin $12,500; Adult triple $12,050; Adult single $15,450
Group size: 15 - 19 pax
Adult twin $11,350; Adult triple $10,900; Adult single $14,350
Group size: 20 pax & above
Adult twin $10,800; Adult triple $10,350; Adult single $13,800
Tour price includes:
Hotel accommodation as stipulated in itinerary
Meals as stipulated in itinerary
Entrance fees (if applicable) as stipulated in itinerary
Tour price excludes:
Air tickets
Airport taxes & fuel charges (subject to change)
Visa application fee (if any)
Any other cost not specifically included in the tour price
Remarks:
Flower viewing, sightseeing and activities are subject to weather conditions.
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.
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