Hokkaido Autumn Melody + 2N Tokyo 11D8N

JL038 SIN-HND   0150-0950
JL543 HND-KUH 1215-1350

Hotel: Akan Yuku no sato Tsuruga or similar / Western room

Meal: Meal on Board / - / D

Upon arrival at Kushiro Airport, coach transfer to Akan International Crane Center (阿寒国際ツルセンターグルス), where you can observe the endangered Japanese Cranes up close and learn about the conservation efforts to protect these majestic birds. Next, transfer to the hotel for check in. Tonight, enjoy your dinner [Buffet] at the hotel restaurant.

Hotel: Hoshino Resorts Tomamu or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / -

After breakfast, we embark on a scenic Lake Akan Cruise (阿寒観光汽船) which takes you around the lake, Takiguchi and the Marimo Exhibition and Observation Centre. Takeguchi is a scenic spot on the bay where you can see various flowers and beautiful autumn foliage while the lake is home to the rare marimo (algae balls). After the cruise, we will head to Lake Onneto (オンネトー), where you can immerse yourself in untouched nature, with stunning autumn colors and views of Mt. Meakandake and Mt. Akan in the background. Nearby, you will find a hot spring and waterfall, perfect for a peaceful retreat. Next, proceed to a local restaurant for lunch [Specialty: Pork Bowl]. After lunch, visit Fukuhara Sanso (福原山荘) where the 8.5-hectare garden is open to the public for one month only, in autumn. The 300 Japanese maple trees here fill the garden with a beautiful red carpet. Finally, transfer to Tomamu for hotel check in. The evening is free for you to relax and explore, with dinner at your own arrangement.

Hotel: Rusutsu Resort or similar / Western room

Meal: B / - / D

Today, we begin our day with an inspiring visit to Unkai Terrace (雲海テラス), nestled amidst the breathtaking sea of clouds. Located at Tomamu Resort, Unkai Terrace offers a close-up view of this
extraordinary phenomenon, visible only under specific weather conditions. After soaking in the spectacular views, enjoy a hearty breakfast before checking out from the hotel. We will stop for lunch at at your own expense at a roadside station before continuing our journey. Next, we will visit Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center (支笏湖ビジターセンター), one of the deepest and clearest lakes in Japan. Surrounded by mountains, the lake is a haven for wild birds. Autumn is one of the best seasons to visit as you can catch autumn foliage of the Shikotsu-Toya National Park. After enjoying the natural beauty, we will transfer to the hotel for check in. In the afternoon, get ready for an exciting Sheep Dog Show, where two skilled Australian Sheepdogs will demonstrate their amazing herding abilities by effectively guiding a large flock of Rusutsu sheep. Tonight, dinner [Buffet] will be served at the hotel restaurant.

Hotel: Grand Park Otaru or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, our first stop will be Kyogoku Fukidashi Park (ふきだし公園). The famous ice-cold pristine waters flow from Mt. Yotei and is often collected by visitors. Flowing out to form 2 ponds, they beautifully reflect the colors and shapes of autumn leaves. Next, the grape orchard is waiting for you! Enjoy a Fruit Picking Experience of grapes that are just in season. Spend the afternoon at Otaru Sakaimachi Street(境町通り), an attractive preserved merchant street. The Western-style buildings dating back to the late 1800s have been converted to restaurants, cafes, souvenir shops, boutiques, and museums. We will be having a Japanese lunch at a hotel today. After that, transfer to the Hokkaido Winery (北海道ワイン株式会社).The winery showcases the production process, from cultivating grapes to bottling the finished wine. You can also sample and purchase unique wines made here. Dinner [Kaiseki] will be at a local restaurant before transferring to the hotel for check in.

Hotel: Sapporo Stream Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / L / D

After breakfast, visit the Shiroi Koibito Park (白い恋人パーク). The theme park is by Ishiya, the local chocolate company who makes the famous souvenir cookies from Hokkaido. After lunch [Buffet] at a local restaurant, you will visit Hokkaido University (北海道大学). On its campus is the famous Ginkgo Avenue that allows visitors to walk through a tunnel of abundant golden Ginkgo trees and enjoy their glowing nature. Next, visit Hoheikyo Dam (豊平峡ダム). Enjoy the view of golden trees along the mountain valleys and blue lake.This arch concrete dam, which is 102.5 meters tall, was complete in 1972 to utilize the Toyohira River, located in the Minami-ku area of Sapporo, for hydroelectricity and to control its flooding. The resulting reservoir was named Jozan Lake and it holds approximately 30 times the volume of Sapporo Dome in water. Finally, transfer to the hotel for check in. Tonight, dinner [Crab Course] will be served at a local restaurant before taking a short walk back to the hotel.

Hotel: Sapporo Stream Hotel or similar / Western room

Meal: B / - / -

After breakfast, coach transfer to Mitsui Outlet Park. Enjoy shopping at the largest outlet mall in Hokkaido where there are more than 180 international and local brands selling the latest products. Lunch will be under your own arrangement here before transferring back to the hotel. The rest of the day will be free at your own leisure.

Hotel: Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba (GRP 1, 2 & 3) / Royal Park Hotel (GRP 4) or similar / Western room   

Meal: B / - / -

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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.

Hotel: Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba (GRP 1, 2 & 3) / Royal Park Hotel (GRP 4) or similar / Western room

Meal: B / - / -

After breakfast, enjoy a full free and easy day!

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.

Meal: Meal on Board / - / -

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