9 Days Japan Hokkaido Tour: Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Otaru Canal, Biei-cho, Oshinkoshin Waterfall, Lake Kussharo and Lake Akan

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Product Code: 709032

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Exclusive arrangement:
    Provide whole day pick up service on the frist day of your arrival at New Chitose Airport
    • Stay in downtown Sapporo, and more nights stay at hot spring hotel and enjoy cuisine
    • Visiting:Sapporo, Noboribetsu, Otaru, Furano, Biei, Sounkyo, Akan, Shiretoko, Abashiri, Kushiro
    • Arrange different scenic spots according to different seasons(depends on the weather and climate)
Tour Code
709032
Duration
9 day
Departure City
Sapporo
End City
Sapporo
Language
English

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Group Size: Standard Group Tour

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Itinerary

Day 01
Sapporo

Home - Sapporo

Hotel: On the flight or similar

Meal: B:Excluded L:Excluded D:Excluded

Depart for Hokkaido, Japan.

Meal

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Day 02
Sapporo

Arrive in Sapporo (CTS) - Noboribetsu

Hotel: Noboribetsu Manseikaku or similar

Meal: B:Excluded L:Excluded D:Included

Upon arrival at Sapporo (New Chitose) Airport, transfer to the hotel in Noboribetsu with our receptionist's assistance and enjoy delicious local cuisine in the hotel. (The dinner in the hotel ends at 8 pm. If your flight arrives late and you cannot make it in time for dinner, it will be regarded as a voluntary renouncement with no refund.) Guests can check in to the hotel after 3 pm.

Meal

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  • D:Included
Day 03
Noboribetsu

Noboribetsu - Sapporo

Hotel: Tokyu Rei Hotel Sapporo or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

After breakfast, transfer to Noboribetsu Hell Valley,  a crater formed by the eruption of the Kuttara volcano and a main source of Noboribetsu's hot spring waters. Then, visit Noboribetsu Date Jidaimura, a history-themed park that transports visitors back to the Edo period. Stroll around its ancient road and get to see traditional merchant shops. Learn how ninjas and samurais lived too as you pass by authentic houses. Afterwards, visit the Lake Toya. The lake is part of the Shikotsu-Toya National Park with spectacular scenery as far as the eye can see. Later on, transfer to Sapporo.

Visiting Attractions

  • Lake Toya Lake Toya

Meal

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Day 04
Otaru

Sapporo - Otaru - Sapporo

Hotel: Tokyu Rei Hotel Sapporo or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Excluded

This morning, transfer to Otaru. The romantic Otaru Canal is sitting in the city. Visit Kitaichi Glass Otaru where you can appreciate many beautiful glass arts. Then, transfer back to Sapporo, visit the Odori Park, which is at the heart of Sapporo. Walking through the Odori Park, you will see the iconic building- clock tower(Tokeidai). Enjoy yourself in the wonferful Tanuki Koji Street. Dinner is on your own arragement.

Visiting Attractions

  • Otaru Canal Otaru Canal

Meal

  • B:Included
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  • D:Excluded
Day 05
Sounkyo

Sapporo - Furano - Sounkyo

Hotel: Sounkaku Grand Hotel Hokkaido or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Start your day with a colorful Hokkaido tour after breakfast. Transfer to Furano and visit Hokkaido's largest farm, Tomita Farm, which has more than 150 kinds of flowers. (From late July to late August, it will be replaced by Sunflower Village.) Afterwards, head to Biei-cho, where you can experience the beauty of the beautiful hills! Visit the colorful “Shikisai no oka” and stroll around the “Blue Pond” to explore the breathtaking scenery of the lake. In the evening, arrive at Sounkyo Gorge. For dinner, enjoy hot spring cuisine or a buffet dinner in the hotel.

Visiting Attractions

  • Shikisai no Oka Shikisai no Oka

Meal

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Day 06
Sounkyo

Sounkyo - Shiretoko

Hotel: Shiretoko Daiichi Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

After breakfast, visit the Sounkyo Valley to see the Ginga Falls, Ryusei-no-taki Falls, and the beautiful Daisetsu Valley in Sounkyo Gorge. Transfer to Abashiri and visit the Okhotsk Ryu-hyo Museum (In May, it will be replaced by Higashimokoto Shibazakura Park; from late June to late August, it will be replaced by Koshimizu Wild Flower Garden; in September, it will be replaced by Ubaranai Sango Grassland), where you can experience an icy world and learn about the icy sea creature, Clione limacina. Later on, transfer to Shiretoko and visit the spectacular Oshinkoshin Waterfall. The waterfall is also nicknamed "Sobi no Taki," meaning twin beauties waterfall, as the stream is split into two visible falls.


Visiting Attractions

  • Waterfall of Oshinkoshin Waterfall of Oshinkoshin

Meal

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Day 07
Hokkaido

Shiretoko - Akanko

Hotel: New Akan Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

After breakfast, visit Shiretoko National Park, where you can see the Kamuiwakka Hot Falls, a special warm mountain stream, and walk along the Shiretoko Goko Lakes while enjoying the beautiful scenery. Then, transfer to the crystal-clear Lake Kussharo. Later, continue your trip and visit Atosanupuri Mountain, an active volcano that sporadically erupts into clouds of sulfur. You can admire beautiful alpine plants and trees that can normally only be seen on steep mountain paths. Afterwards, transfer to a hot spring hotel near Lake Akan and enjoy a wonderful dinner.

Visiting Attractions

  • Lake Kussharo Lake Kussharo

Meal

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Day 08
Hokkaido

Akanko - Tokachi-gawa

Hotel: Daiheigen Hotel or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

After breakfast, enjoy a cruise on Lake Akan, known for its scenic beauty. Visit the hometown of Chlorella and experience the beautiful scenery in every season. Afterwards, visit the Kushiro City Red-crowned Crane Natural Park. Then, head to Tokachi-gawa for tonight's hot spring hotel. This evening, indulge in exquisite Japanese cuisine made from Hokkaido beef and seasonal vegetables grown on local farms.

Visiting Attractions

  • Lake Akan Lake Akan

Meal

  • B:Included
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Day 09
Sapporo

Tokachi-gawa - Leave Sapporo*CTS

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Transfer to airport for your flight back home.(arrange transfer service according to the group members' flight time)

Meal

  • B:Included
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  • D:Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Pick-up Details / Transfers

【Airport Arrival Information】
New Chitose Airport (CTS), Sapporo
A dedicated staff member will be waiting at the airport with a sign all day for pickups. (We will arrange departure times according to the group's flight schedule, so please be patient if there is any waiting time.)
We recommend arriving by 4:00 PM to ensure you can have dinner at the hotel.
Additional charges apply for flights arriving late at night or early in the morning.
【Airport Departure Information】
New Chitose Airport (CTS), Sapporo
On the last day, group airport transfers will be arranged according to flight times. It is recommended to schedule flights departing after 13:00.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Transportation: Green-plated vehicle for the itinerary and airport transfers.  
    • Accommodation: 7 nights hotel accommodation.  
    • Meals: Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.  
    • Guide: English-speaking guide or guide-cum-driver service, guide gratuities.  
    • Tickets: Admission tickets to attractions mentioned in the itinerary.

Package Excludes

    • Dining: Beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary.  
    • Insurance: Accident insurance.  
    • Other: Excess baggage fees, comprehensive travel insurance, alcoholic beverages, and other unspecified expenses.

Special Notes

    • Cancellation policy:
      - Over 47 days prior to departure, US$400 per person.
      - From 33 - 46 days prior to departure, US$800 per person.
      - From 23 - 32 days prior to departure, 50% of total price.
      - From 10 - 22 days prior to departure, 75% of total price
      - Within 9 days prior to departure or withdrawal from a tour, will regard forfeiting the tour on own, no tour fee will be refunded.
    • This itinerary requires a minimum of two persons to book.
    • Generally, vaccination is not required unless traveling from or through infected areas. Emergency care is available in many places, although not as easily accessible as at home. However, it is advisable to carry common medications or prescription drugs with you.
    • Our company is responsible for providing the services and accommodations described in this manual to passengers. However, in cases of delays or other circumstances beyond our control where such services cannot be provided or changes to the itinerary are necessary, we will strive to provide equivalent services, accommodations, and itineraries, but refunds will not be issued.
    • Passengers are responsible for complying with the laws, regulations, orders, and/or requirements of the countries visited. Our company assumes no responsibility for any passenger refused entry. In such cases, unused portions will not be refunded.
    • Our company reserves the right to refuse boarding to any person whose behavior is deemed incompatible with the interests of the tour. Therefore, we are not responsible for the behavior of passengers before, during, or after the trip. If a passenger is required to leave the tour, any remaining tour fees will not be refunded.
    • During the actual trip, guides or drivers have the authority to adjust the order of visits, duration of stays, or meeting times at attractions according to weather, traffic conditions, etc., to ensure the smooth progress of the itinerary.
    • BAGGAGE
      Baggage allowance in Asia and China are restricted to 20kg (44lbs.), and one carry on baggage with dimensions not exceeding 22" X 14" X 9" per person. On transpacific flights, economy class baggage allowance of up to 2 suitcases with each dimensions not exceeding 29" X 20" X 10". However, porterage for only one piece of baggage id included.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third/fourth bed in the room. Please check the availability at the time of check-in.
* The child price defaults to the price for children under 12 years old who do not occupy a bed. If they occupy a bed,  they enjoy the same price as adults as the 3rd/4th person in one room.
* All prices are based on US Dollar.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

    - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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