Day 00 (Thu, 12 Sep’19)
Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for flight to Haneda
 

Day 01 (Fri, 13 Sep’19)
Singapore – Haneda – Chitose – Noboribetsu
(-/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Noboribetsu Daiichi Takimotokan (hot spring) or similar
 
(Car pick up at Chitose Poplar branch)
 
Hokkaido is well known for salmon and at the Chitose Aquarium located right at the Chitose River, you can see wild salmon swimming upstream through a special observation tank in the river itself. During the salmon migration, you can also see salmon being collected by a large Indian water wheel at the aquarium, numbering up to 30,000 fish a day at its peak!
 
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 peaceful nature scenes.
 
Stopping by at the Noboribetsu Hell Valley, you can see the source of Noboribetsu’s hot spring waters which you will get to enjoy tonight. With patches of barren landscape, clouds of steam spouting from vents, flowing streams of hot spring water and the heavy smell of sulphur permeating the air, it is not difficult to understand why this place is called “hell valley”.

Day 02 (Sat, 14 Sep’19)
Noboribetsu – Rusutsu
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Rusutsu Resort (hot spring) or similar
 
At the tip of the Etomo Peninsula, Cape Chikyu is a scenic cape where you can feel the roundness of the earth. Looking out at the endless sea from the observatory, this is one of the few places where you can observe a slight curve in the horizon.
 
Born from an earthquake during the second world war, Showa Shinzan is a considerably new mountain that was kept a secret for years as it was considered a bad omen during the war. Now, the 398m high mountain next to Mt Usu in the Shikotsu-Toya National Park is a well-known active volcano that continues to emit sulphurous fumes. Taking the Mt Usu ropeway, you will be able to get a fantastic view of the mountain and nearby Lake Toya.
 
Drop by one of Hokkaido’s many fruit farms and pick some seasonal fruits! As the seasons change, you may find more than one kind of fruit available to you here. Pick plump grapes from their vines, or crisp apples from their branches. Whatever the fruit, there is no better way to enjoy it than fresh from the farm!
 
Round off the 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.

Day 03 (Sun, 15 Sep’19)
Rusutsu  
(Breakfast/-/Dinner)
Hotel: Rusutsu Resort (hot spring) or similar
 
Engage in any of a plethora of activities available at your doorstep at Rusutsu Resort! In time for their Autumn Festival, enjoy a massive BBQ party with all-you-can-eat Hokkaido beef and other delicious foods. Be entertained by live performances at the venue and play at the on-site amusement park. After a day of fun-filled activity, end the night on a high note with a spectacular fireworks show!
 

Day 04 (Mon, 16 Sep’19)
Rusutsu – Sapporo
(Breakfast/-/-)
Hotel: Keio Plaza Hotel Sapporo or similar
 
Arguably the most beautiful of the many marshes and ponds around the Niseko Mountains, Shinsen Marsh is located on a plateau 750m above sea level. Taking a boardwalk through pathways of grass, birch, pine trees and other plants, the refreshing sight of the beautiful marsh opens out before you, reflecting the surroundings in its clear water.
 
Take in the wonderful scenic views at Cape Kamui, located on the beautiful Shakotan Peninsula. The picturesque rugged coast of the cape is breath-taking against the crystal-clear water in the shade of “Shakotan blue”
 
Established by the ‘father of Japanese whisky’, the Nikka Whisky Yoichi Distillery was built at a site chosen for its clean air and water and mountainous surroundings similar to the Scottish Highlands. Still making whisky the traditional way using coal-fire distillation, visitors here can learn about the distillation process, and sample some of their fine whiskeys.
 
Head to Otaru next and spend some time 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.
 
(Car return in Sapporo)

Day 05 (Tue, 17 Sep’19)
Sapporo
(Breakfast/-/-)
Hotel: Keio Plaza Hotel 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. Head over to Odori Park where the Sapporo Autumn Festival is taking place and feast on an array of popular local foods like ramen, soup curry, seafood and more! Enjoy delicious food and drink from around the world along with live performances and a festive atmosphere!

Day 06 (Wed, 18 Sep’19)
Sapporo – Chitose – Haneda – Singapore
(Breakfast/-/-)
 
Flight back to Singapore

DRIVE TOUR
Assemble date:   12 Sep, Thu (SO13612)

Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
12 Sep    SQ 636             Singapore - Haneda    
2250 / 0645*1

13 Sep    NH 55             Haneda - Chitose    
0900 / 1035

18 Sep    NH 64             Chitose - Haneda    
1330 / 1505

18 Sep    SQ 633             Haneda - Singapore     
1705 / 2305

1st & 2nd passenger
Vitz                           :    Adult twin share $2,580; Adult single $3,780
Corolla / Fielder          :   Adult twin share $2,680; Adult single $3,980
New Prius/Isis            :   Adult twin share $2,780; Adult single $4,180
Estima/Vellfire            :   Adult twin share $2,980; Adult single $4,580
3rd & 4th passenger 
(sharing same car with 1st & 2nd passenger)
Adult twin share $2,280; Adult triple share $2,180
Child twin share $2,280; Child with bed $2,180
Child no bed (age 4 & below) $1,480

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/child with bed.
Child no bed will be served simple meals
Please refer to booking form for further terms and conditions.