Unique Experiences: Kurodake Ropeway, Sheep Dog Show at Rusutsu, Grape Picking Experience at Niki Sakuranbo Yama
Sightseeing & Shopping Experiences: Otaru Sakaimachi Street, Mitsui Outlet Park Sapporo Kitahiroshima, Salmon Park Chitose and Chitose Salmon Aquarium, Furano Cheese Factory, Oshikoshin Falls, Biei Shirogane Blue Pond
Hotel: Kiki Shiretoko Natural Resort or similar / Western room
Meal: Meal on Board / L / D
Upon arrival at Kushiro Airport, coach transfer to a local restaurant for lunch [Okhotsk Seafood Gozen]. Afterwards, head into the pristine wilderness of Shiretoko National Park for the Shiretoko Five Lakes Trekking Tour (知床五湖), where wooden boardwalks and forest trails lead you through untouched landscapes with views of the Shiretoko mountain range. Next, transfer to the hotel for check-in and dinner [Buffet].
Day 3 Shiretoko – Sounkyo 知床 – 層雲峡
Hotel: Sounkaku or similar / Western room
Meal: B / L / D
After breakfast, embark on Shiretoko Sightseeing Boat Aurora “Kamuiwakka Waterfall Route” (知床観光船オーロラ), offering dramatic views of rugged cliffs, waterfalls and untouched coastline. Next, visit Oshinkoshin Falls (オシンコシンの滝), also known as the “Twin Beauties Waterfall”, where water cascades down in two streams. After lunch [Yakiniku] at a local restaurant, proceed to Kurodake Ropeway (黒岳ロープウェイ), ascending into the alpine scenery of Daisetsuzan National Park. Finally, transfer to hotel for check-in and dinner [Kaiseki].
Day 4 Sounkyo – Rusutsu 層雲峡 - ルスツ
Hotel: Rusutsu Resort or similar / Western room
Meal: B / L / D
After breakfast, travel south to Biei Shirogane Blue Pond(白金青い池), famous for its striking blue hues created by natural minerals. Thereafter, visit Furano Cheese Factory(富良野チーズ工房), where you can learn about local dairy production and sample fresh cheese. After lunch [Western] at a local restaurant, continue to Salmon Park Chitose(サーモンパーク千歳) and the Chitose Salmon Aquarium(千歳水族館), showcasing the lifecycle of Hokkaido’s iconic salmon. Finally, transfer to Rusutsu Resort for check-in and dinner [Buffet].
Day 5 Rusutsu – Otaru ルスツ - 小樽
Hotel: Grand Park Otaru or similar / Western room
Meal: B / L / D
After breakfast, enjoy a lively Sheep Dog Show, where skilled Australian sheepdogs demonstrate their impressive herding techniques with a flock of Rusutsu sheep. After check-out, visit Kyogoku
Fukidashi Park(京極ふきだし公園), known for its crystal-clear spring water flowing from Mount Yotei. Next, head to Niki Sakuranbo Yama(二木さくらんぼ山) for a Grape Picking Experience, tasting fresh seasonal fruits. After lunch [Japanese] at a local restaurant, stroll along Otaru Sakaimachi Street(小樽堺町通り), lined with glass workshops, music box shops and confectioneries. Following dinner [Kaiseki] at a local restaurant, transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Day 6 Otaru – Sapporo 小樽 – 札幌
Hotel: Sapporo Stream Hotel or similar / Western room
Meal: B / L / D
After breakfast, visit Hoheikyo Dam(豊平峡ダム), an impressive dam surrounded by scenic mountain landscapes. After lunch [Lunch Course] at a local restaurant, proceed to Futami Tsuribashi Suspension Bridge(二見吊橋), offering picturesque views of the Jozankei valley and river. Thereafter, transfer to Sapporo city and check in to the hotel. Tonight, enjoy a Crab Course dinner at a nearby restaurant before returning to the hotel.
Day 7 Sapporo 札幌
Hotel: Sapporo Stream Hotel or similar / Western room
Meal: B / - / -
After breakfast, transfer to Mitsui Outlet Park Sapporo Kitahiroshima (三井アウトレットパーク), the largest outlet mall in Hokkaido, featuring over 180 international and local brands. Thereafter, transfer back to hotel. Lunch and dinner will be at your own arrangement.
Day 8 Sapporo - Tokyo 札幌 - 東京
Hotel: Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba or similar / Western room
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 evening 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 東京
Meal: B / - / -
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After breakfast, check out of hotel and 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 Tokyo – Singapore 東京 - 新加坡
Arrive in Singapore
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