Day 01
Singapore – Haneda
(C: -/-/-) • (D: -/-/-)
Hotel: C: Excel Hotel Haneda Tokyu; D: Excel Hotel Haneda Tokyu or similar

Arriving into Tokyo in the late afternoon today, you will check in the hotel and have some free time to explore Tokyo. Remember to have a good night’s rest as an exciting journey awaits the following day!

Day 02
Haneda – Chitose – Toya
(C: -/L/D) • (D: -/-/D)
Hotel: C: Lake View Toya Nonokaze (Hot Spring); D: Midorinokaze Resort (Hot Spring) or similar

[Car pick-up at Chitose Airport Toyota branch]
Starting your tour with a short ride to Chitose Rera Outlet Mall where over 400 brands ranging from fashion to household items, you will have a chance to get some winter accessories before we proceed for lunch. Renowned for its earthy aroma and surprisingly delicious tasted mushrooms, you can try out dishes such as mushroom soups, mushroom tempura, udon, ramen, buckwheat noodles, curry etc. at the Mushroom Kingdom. In the afternoon, the Shiraoi Ainu Village near Noboribetsu will open a door for you to get a glimpse of the Ainu history and culture. It will certainly give you a sense of how life was for this Northern indigenous group during the ancient times in Hokkaido.

Day 03
Toya – Hakodate
(C: B/L/D) • (D: B/-/D)
Hotel: C: Chikuba Shinyotei (Hot Spring); D: Banso Hotel (Hot Spring) or similar

Whenever in Hakodate, a stopover at the Hakodate Bay is a must. A picturesque series of red brick buildings lining the waterfront were once used as warehouses back in 1909. Now, it is home to over 40 crafts and even designer honey. Soft, bite-sized cheesecakes literally take the cake as Hakodate’s most popular dessert. Made from fresh Hokkaido milk and eggs, these heavenly-sinful goodies can be sampled here too! As the sun sets, a visit to the Mt Hakodate Ropeway is in store. Awarded the three-star rating in the “Michelin Green Guide Japon”, the ropeway brings you up to 334 metres above sea level to one of the world’s most magnificent night views. The city lights sparkle as if the galaxy has fallen on the sea to make an unforgettable impression.

Day 04
Hakodate
(C: B/L/D) • (D: B/-/D)
Hotel: C: Chikuba Shinyotei (Hot Spring); D: Banso Hotel (Hot Spring) or similar

Spring is the time where Hokkaido awakens from the slumber of winter and colour returns to the land. Start your day over at Matsumae Castle - Japan’s northernmost castle and the only one in Hokkaido. Designated in 1941 as a National Treasure, the castle ground boasts over 10,000 cherry trees of over 250 different varieties. Food and game stalls are put up during the Sakura Festival here. 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. It 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 05
Hakodate – Rusutsu / Niseko
(C: B/L/D) • (D: B/-/D)
Hotel: C: One Niseko (Hot Spring); D: Rusutsu Resort (Hot Spring) or similar

Surrounded by the ocean on three sides, the seafood in Hakodate has to be some of the freshest you will encounter on this trip. Over at the Hakodate Morning Market, more than 300 shops and restaurants create a lively atmosphere as you go from shop to shop, sampling and buying as you go along. Heading back north in the afternoon, you will visit the Onuma Quasi-national Park. Located at the foot of Mt Komagatake, an active volcano, this is a good place for a stop to stretch your legs and to take in the beauty of Hokkaido’s natural scenery. The view of Mt Komagatake reflected on the waters of the island-studded lakes has garnered Onuma the honour as one of Japan’s New Three Famous Views.

Day 06
Rusutsu / Niseko – Sapporo
(C: B/L/D) • (D: B/-/-)
Hotel: JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo or similar

Mt Yotei is fondly referred to as Hokkaido’s very own Mt Fuji and nestled at its foot is the Fukidashi Park. The park sprouts over 80,000 tons of water per day. Do as the locals do here over at one of Japan’s top hundred best springs; bring an empty bottle with you to collect the spring water! Clear water, cool air and rich peat give rise to the perfect conditions for whisky production here in Yoichi. This is why Nikka Whisky, one of Japan’s top whisky makers, has its main distillery here. Started in 1934 by Masataka Taketsuru, father of Japanese whisky, Nikka Whisky is home to numerous award-winning whiskies and its most renowned has to be its Taketsuru Pure Malt. A tour around the distillery will culminate in a sampling room where you can try this liquid gold for yourself. Enroute to Sapporo today, you will spend some time in Otaru. With a rich history that dates back to its early days as a major herring centre and the terminal station for Hokkaido’s first railroad, Otaru’s charming buildings now house whimsical music box museums, patisseries with absolutely tempting cream puffs and also those selling intricate glassware ornaments.

Day 07
Sapporo
(C: B/-/-) • (D: B/-/-)
Hotel: JR Tower Hotel Nikko Sapporo or similar

Every holiday requires a free and easy day. Take some time to do your necessary shopping at the countless shops lining Sapporo city both above and underground! From Daimaru and Esta to Tokyu Hands and Tanukikoji, there will be no end to the shopping here in the capital of Hokkaido. Hit the Ramen Republic tonight for a steaming bowl of delicious miso ramen to complete your experience in Hokkaido!
[Return car in Sapporo city]

Day 08
Sapporo – Chitose – Haneda – Singapore
(C: B/-/-) • (D: B/-/-)
Flight back to Singapore

COACH TOUR (GOLD)
Assemble date:   06May, Sat (SO11873)

Flight schedule: (for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
06May    SQ632     Singapore/Haneda    
0800/1555

07May    NH55       Haneda/Chitose        
0900/1035

13May    NH64       Chitose/Haneda        
1330/1505

13May    SQ633     Haneda/Singapore    
1705/2305

Tour price per person (in SGD)
Group size:   15-19 pax
Adult twin share $4,350; Adult triple share $4,250
Child twin share $4,050; Child with bed $3,850
Child no bed (Age 4 & below) $1,650
Group size:   20 pax & above
Adult twin share $4,050; triple share $3,950
Child twin share $3,950; Child with bed $3,550
Child no bed (Age 4 & below) $1,650
Optional Add-on Airfare
International  Adult $600; Child $450
Domestic       Adult $300; Child $300
Airport Taxes Adult $190; Child $180

Tour price includes:
Hotel accommodation as stipulated in itinerary
Tours and Meals as stipulated in itinerary
Comprehensive travel insurance
Wifi router (1 per room)

Tour price excludes:
Return economy class airfare
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 itineary are subject to change with or without prior notice to ensure the smooth running of the tour.   Minimum group size to confirm tour is 15 adults/children with bed.  Please refer to booking form for further terms and conditions.

DRIVE TOUR (SILVER)
Assemble date:   06May, Sat (SO11872)

Flight schedule(for suggestion only, not included in tour price)
06May    SQ632     Singapore/Haneda    
0800/1555

07May    NH55       Haneda/Chitose        
0900/1035

13May    NH64       Chitose/Haneda        
1330/1505

13May    SQ633     Haneda/Singapore    
1705/2305

Tour price per person (in SGD)
1st & 2nd passenger
Vitz                           :  Adult twin share $3,250
Corolla/Corolla Fielder:  Adult twin share $3,350
New Prius*/Isis          :  Adult twin share $3,450
Estima/Velfire            :  Adult twin share $3,650
3rd & 4th passenger 
(sharing same car with 1st & 2nd passenger)
Adult twin share $3,050; Adult triple share $2,950
Child twin share $2,850; Child with bed $2,750
Child no bed (age 4 & below) $1,250

Tour price includes:
Hotel accommodation as stipulated in itinerary
Meals as stipulated in itinerary
FMJ driving guide book (1 per car)
Rental car with insurance coverage.
ETC card(Highway card) and Japan Hand phone.
Comprehensive travel insurance.
Wifi router(1 per room)

Tour price excludes:
Return economy class airfare
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)

Optional Add-on:
International  Adult $650; Child $480
Domestic       Adult $300; Child $300
Airport Taxes Adult $190; Child $180

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.  
Deviation surcharge based on applicable GV2 or FIT fares (subject to ticket conditions).  Handling fee for flight deviation id SG$50 per person.  Child no bed will be served simple meals.  Please refer to booking form for further terms and conditions.