11D8N Fabulous Hokkaido + 2N Tokyo

HIGHLIGHTS

Assemble date:

10 SEP 2024

13 SEP 2024

Price:

S$5,488

Taxes & Fuel Surcharge: S$540*

Seasonal Scenery:

Lake Notoro "Coral Grass", Engaru Taiyo no Oka Park "Cosmos", Farm Tomita "Various Flowers", Flowerland Kamifurano "Various Flowers", Shikisai no Oka "Various Flowers", Asahidake Ropeway "Autumn Leaves", Unaki Terrace "Sea of Clouds"

Unique Experiences:

Hot Air Balloon Experience at Tokachigawa, Lavender Pillow Making Experience, Fruit Picking Experience

Sightseeing & Shopping Experiences:

Engaru Town Buried Cultural Properties Centre, Taushubetsu Observation Deck, Free Time in Tomamu, Manabe Garden, Ningle Terrace, Blue Pond, Free Time in Tokyo

Special Gourmet Delights:

Sumptuous Japanese multi-course dinner Japanese Kaiseki or buffet in Ryokans/Hotels, local delights at a restaurant

Hotel / Ryokan Stays:

04 nights of authentic Japanese Onsen experience at Abashiri, Obihiro, Tomamu & Furano. 04 nights in centrally located hotels in Asahikawa, Sapporo & Tokyo

ITINERARY

Day 1 Assemble at Changi Airport for Check in

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Day 2 Abashiri 網走

Hotel: Hotel Abashirikoso or similar / Japanese Western room

Meal: Meal on Board / - / D

Upon arrival at Memanbetsu Airport, coach transfer to Lake Notoro (能取湖) ✿. The massive saltwater lake turns a bright shade of crimson in fall due to the unique aquatic plant that locals call coral grass. Next, transfer to the hotel for check in. Tonight, enjoy your dinner [Kaiseki] at the hotel restaurant.

Day 3 Abashiri – Obihiro 網走 - 帯広

Hotel: Hotel Nikko Northland Obihiro or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, we will visit Engaru Taiyo no Oka Park (太陽の丘えんがる公園) ✿. Each year, over 10 million cosmos and other flowers bloom in this park that looks like a scene out of a Studio Ghibli movie. After that, enjoy lunch [Japanese Ozen] at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will visit the Engaru Town Buried Cultural Properties Centre (遠軽町埋蔵文化財センター). The town was recognized as a Geopark in 2010 as it is one of the largest production areas of obsidian in Japan. The museum introduces the crystal, the lives of people from over 20,000 years ago, as well as the stone tools excavated from the Shirataki archaeological sites. Following that, visit the Taushubetsu Observation Deck (タウシュベツ展望台). The Taushubetsu Bridge is an arched bridge made of concrete built over Lake Nukabira and is often referred to as a phantom bridge. This is due to water levels rising from June to October which causes the bridge to be submerged and resurface again in January when the water level decreases. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check in. Tonight, dinner [Course Menu] will be served at the hotel.

Day 4 Obihiro – Tomamu 帯広 - トマム

Hotel: Hoshino Resort Tomamu The Tower or similar / Western room

Meal: B / - / -

This morning, have an early breakfast before you catch the sunrise on the Hot Air Balloon Experience in Tokachigawa Onsen. At the top, you can look over the gorgeous pastoral landscape, Tokachigawa River, Tokachi Plains and the Daisetzuan Mountain Range looming in the distance. Head back to the hotel for a short rest before we visit Manabe Garden (真鍋庭園). Famed as Japan’s first coniferous garden, it consists of hundreds of species of imported trees from Northern Europe, Canada and other countries. Some of the trees are even older than Hokkaido! Here, there are various gardens such as the Japanese garden, Western garden and landscaped garden. You might even see Ezo squirrels too! Following that, we will head over to Hoshino Resort Tomamu. Situated in the picturesque setting of Hokkaido, Japan, Hoshino Resort Tomamu The Tower offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The resort boasts a range of facilities to cater to guests' needs, including multiple restaurants serving delicious cuisine made from fresh local ingredients, relaxing hot springs and pools. Enjoy at your own leisure at this resort. Lunch and dinner will be under your own arrangement.

Day 5 Tomamu – Furano トマム - 富良野

Hotel: New Furano Prince Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

Today, let’s start our day with an inspiring morning at Unkai Terrace (雲海テラス), nestled within the dynamic sea of clouds. Unkai Terrace, located at Tomamu Resort, offers close-up views of the breathtaking passing sea of clouds, a phenomenon visible only under specific weather conditions. Thereafter, transfer to Furano and enjoy your lunch [Buffet] at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will have a Lavender Pillow Making Experience before you visit Farm Tomita (ファーム富田) ✿, one of Hokkaido’s most popular flower fields. In bloom this season are flowers such as violets, poppies, hyacinths and more. After which, we will transfer to the hotel for check in. Enjoy Ningle Terrace, a collection of boutique cottages with cafes and shops selling local arts and crafts, at your own leisure before dinner [Buffet] at the hotel restaurant.

Day 6 Furano – Asahikawa 富良野 - 旭川

Hotel: Art Hotel Asahikawa or similar / Japanese room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, we will visit Flowerland Kamifurano (フラワーランドかみふらの) ✿. The large flower garden has flora blooming from May to September. During your visit, dahlias, zinnias, marigolds and more, will be blooming at their peak. After that, enjoy lunch [Western-style meal] at a local restaurant. After lunch, you will visit Shikisai no Oka (四季彩の丘) ✿. Translating to Four Seasons Hill, the large garden on a hill is filled with rows of flowers such as lupine, lavender, salvia, sunflowers and more. Following that, visit the Blue Pond (青い池), a man-made pond feature in Biei. The blue color comes from the aluminum in the water from the nearby hot springs which reflects the color of the blue sky, and the Sulphur and lime have turned the pond bed white, which further complements the blue water. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check in. Tonight, dinner [Japanese and Chinese Course] will be served at the hotel.

Day 7 Asahikawa – Sapporo 旭川 - 札幌

Hotel: Sapporo Stream Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / - / D

After breakfast, coach transfer to Asahidake Ropeway (旭岳ロープウェイ) ✿, which takes you to the upper station that brings you within a 2-hour hike to the summit. It is the best base for exploring the Daisetsuzan National Park, which is Hokkaido’s largest and wildest national park. It is also the starting point for Japan’s autumn season, so you can catch some fall foliage from mid-September! Lunch will be under your own at Asahikawa Ramen Village, which has 8 of Asahikawa’s most well-known ramen shops for you to choose from. After lunch, the fruit orchard awaits you! Enjoy a Fruit Picking Experience of blueberries/prunes, which is just in season. Thereafter, transfer to the hotel for check in. Tonight's dinner [Crab Course] will be at a local restaurant before walking back to the hotel.

Day 8 Sapporo – Tokyo 札幌 - 東京

Hotel: Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba or similar / Western room

Meal: B / - / -

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After breakfast, free & easy at your own leisure until departure.

Bid farewell to Sapporo as we proceed to the airport and take the flight to Tokyo. After arrival, transfer to the hotel and the rest of the day is free and easy.

Day 9 Tokyo 東京

Hotel: Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba or similar / Western room

Meal: B / - / -

After breakfast, enjoy a full free and easy day!

Day 10 Tokyo – Singapore 東京 - 新加坡

Meal: B / - / -

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After breakfast, free & easy at your own leisure until departure.

Bid farewell to Tokyo as we proceed to the airport and take the flight back to Singapore. We hope that you have enjoyed this vacation with JTB and we look forward to bringing you to your next holiday destination.

Day 11 Singapore 新加坡

Arrive in Singapore