8D Hokkaido Summer Vacation + Hakodate from ASA Holidays

Highlights:

- Hakodate
- The Goryokaku
- Trappistine Convent
- St. Nicholai Church
- Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward
- Old Hakodate Meijikan Post Office
- Mount Hakodate
- Asaichi Market

- Noboribetsu / Lake Toya
- Jigokudani
- Noboribetsu Marine Park
- Lake Toya
- Nakajima Island
- Mount Showa
- Uzu Zan Volcanic Mountains

- Otaru
- Classic European Walk
- Crystal Museum
- Kitachi Glass Gallery
- Otaru Canal
- Mount Tengu Cableways
- Hello Kitty Shop

- Furano / Biei
- Ken & Mary Tree
- Seven Stars Tree
- Shikisai Noka
- Furano Winery
- Furano Cheese Factory
- Farm Tomita

- Sounkyo
- Sounkyo Gorge
- Mount Daisetsu-Zan
- Ryusei-no-taku Falls
- Ginga-no-taki Falls

- Abashiri
- Mount Tento
- Drift Ice Museum
- Okhotsk Sea

- Lake Akan Region
- Lake Mashu
- Lake Akan
- Mount Lo
- Kawayu Onsen District
- Akankohan

- Sapporo
- Odori Park
- NKH Tower
- Tokei-Dai (Clock Tower)
- Ishiya White Chocolate Factory
- Tennuki Koji
- Sapporo Jr Station
- Underground Shopping MAll
- Susukino
- Hokkaido Jingu Shrine
- Daiso Y100 Shop
- Mitsui Premium Outlets

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8D Hokkaido Summer Vacation + Hakodate

Singapore - Hakodate

Assemble at Changi International Airport for a pleasant flight to Hakodate.

NOTE: In the event of morning flight, passengers will stay the night at Narita/Chitose and enjoy an additional breakfast.

Meals: (Meals On Board)

Hakodate

Upon arrival, meet and greet by the local representative. Visit Hokkaido's most famous Asaichi Market and see Hokkaido crabs and other seafood. Visit The Goryokaku, Japan's first western-styled fortification. The star-shaped fort was built in 1864 for the defence of Hokkaido against invasion, and is now a park open to the public. Visit the Trappistine Convent which was founded in 1898 by 8 Catholic sisters from France. See the charming historic buildings, such as St. Nicholai Church, Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward and Old Hakodate Meijikan Post Office. Ascend Mount Hakodate (subject to weather conditions) for a perfect night view of this romantic city.

Meals: (Meals on Board / Lunch / Dinner)

Hakodate - Lake Toya - Noboribetsu - Jozankei

After breakfast, drive to Lake Toya, a pristine lake surrounded by beautiful virgin forests. See Mount Showa, an interesting landform that was raised from a farmland after two years of volcanic activities. Marvel at the beauty of Uzu Zan Volcanic Mountains from afar. At the banks of Lake Toya, see Nakajima Island and surrounding mountains, a perfect photography spot. Remember to bring along a towel to enjoy the hot foot spa (ashiyu). Continue to Noboribetsu; visit a sulphurous boiling pond known as "Jigokudani" or Hell Valley. Visit Noboribetsu Marine Park, a modern style marine park featuring a magnificent aquarium where marine life of all kinds including sharks, stingrays, jellyfish and salmon swim freely. There are colourful corals too, as well as fascinating Dalphin Show and Sea Lion Show. See the beautiful Danish Nixe Castle & Garden.

Meals: Jozankei (Breakfast / Japanese Seafood Hotpot Lunch / Hotel Dinner)

Jozankei - Furano - Asahikawa / Sounkyo

Begin the day with a tour to Biei, known as "The Town of Beautiful Hills". See the tall, loving "Ken & Mary Tree" overlooking the meadows. En route, see the famous "Seven Stars Tree". At Shikisai Noka, see the colourful hills of flowers (varies with season). Continue to Furano Winery to see a working winery which offers a wide variety of wines grown in the region. Furano Cheese Factory produces cheese and dairy - related products. Visit Farm Tomita, probably the most famous attraction of Furano; the products here will not disappoint you, with flower-related souvenirs available. Continue to Sounkyo Gorge, at the foot of Mount Daisetsu. The gorge has lots of waterfalls, of which beautiful Ryusei-no-taki Falls (Shooting Star Falls) and Ginga-no-taki Falls (Milky Way Falls) are worth seeing.

Meals: (Breakfcist / Japanese BuRet Lunch / Hakkaido Crab Dinner)

Asahikawa / Sounkyo - Abashiri Lake Mashu - Lake Akan

After breakfast, proceed to Aboshiri and visit Mount Tento to enjoy a 360 degree view of the Okhotsk Sea. Visit the Drift Ice Museum where visitors can enjoy ice all year round in the -15°C cooling room. There are large interactive displays which give information about the ice and the animals that live on or around the ice flows. Continue to mysterious Lake Mashu, one of the world's clearest transparent lakes; it is also prized as one of the greatest scenic spots in all Hokkaido. Continue to Kawayu Onsen District, to visit an active volcano - Mount 10 (known as Sulphur Mountain). This mountain can be seen ejecting yellow sulphurous jets. Journey to Lake Akan, well-known for its curious-looking spherical moss, a natural phenomenon unique to the lake. Explore Ainu Kotan, a small Ainu village in Akankohan. Stroll along the street lined with souvenir shops selling Ainu handicrafts, food, etc. Tonight, you may pamper yourself at the hotspring.

Meals: (Breakfast / Lunch / Hotel Dinner)

Lake Akan - Sapporo

After breakfast, drive towards Sapporo. Visit Odori Park, venue of the annual Hokkaido Snow Festival. See the majestic NHK Tower and Tokei-Dai (clock tower) which was built in 1878. Proceed to Sapporo JR Station to spend some shopping time at the biggest departmental store "Daimaru" - where you will find Burberry Blue Label and Burberry Black Label. You can also visit UNIQLO Sapporo Outlets. Visit Tennuki Koji and enjoy shopping at Daiso ¥100 Shop, where affordable buys await all. In the evening, visit Susukino "Ramen & Entertainment" Street where the entire street is dominated by ramen stalls. Take the opportunity to sample famous Hokkaido ramen at economical prices (at own expenses). The colorful neon signboards and street lights make the street more vibrant and dazzling, a perfect location to experience Sapporo nightlife.

Meals: (Breakfast / Japanese BBQ Lunch / Dinner)

Sapporo

After breakfast, visit Ishiya White Chocolate Factory and take an excursion through its Chocolate Museum to discover the history and production of Hokkaido's chocolate. See the European royal chocolate tea cups. Visit the Chocolate Deli where you can purchase chocolate cakes, tea and coffee. See the 1960's Toy Museum. You will get the opportunity to sample and buy a variety of Hokkaido's manufactured white chocolate. Visit Hokkaido Jingu Shrine, a large Shinto shrine set in heavily wooded grounds. Drive towards Otaru, famous for its canal and glasswork shops. Walk along "Classic European Walk" and see the ancient European architecture of the buildings by the romantic waterfront. Visit Crystal Museum and Kitachi Glass Gallery, reputed for its antique lamps and hand-blown glassware. Not to be missed is Otaru Orgel Doh, which houses the "Otaru Music Box Museum". Visit Hello Kitty Shop where you can buy merchandise and also consider buying a limited edition "Otaru Kitty Mug". The best buildings can be found in the harbour area and along Otaru Canal, which is neatly - lined with lamps. Ascend Mount Tengu on cableways for a bird's eye view of Otaru City. Drive to Mitsui Premium Outlets for some good bargains. Popular brands such as Coach, Burberry, Polo Ralph Lauren, Escada, Paul Smith, Armani Exchange, Salvatore Ferragamo, Furia, Dolce & Gabbana, Tommy Hilfiger, Brooks Brothers, Elle, Levi's, Nike, Timberland, Adidas, Asics, Fila, Billabong, etc. are available here.

NOTE: Occasionally, the group might visit Rera Premium Outlets instead of Mitsui Premium Outlets.

Meals: (Breakfast / Japanese Set Lunch / Dinner)

Sapporo - Chitose - Haneda / Narito - Singapore

The day is free at leisure. Bid farewell to this beautiful country before transferring to the airport for your flight home. We hope you had an exciting holiday with ASA Holidays and thank you for your support!

Meals: (Breakfast / Meals on Board)

Agency: ASA Holidays

8D Hokkaido Summer Vacation + Hakodate

Agency: ASA Holidays

8D Hokkaido Summer Vacation + Hakodate

Agency: ASA Holidays