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28 April - 11 May 2016 (14-days) Sakura Hokkaido (Excluded flights KL-Sapporo-KL)
Rm7980 per pax Group of 12 pax, Rm7880 (Max 14 pax)
(Note : Based on Japanese Yen 100 = RM3.50. We will make final adjustment on the cost based on the Yuan exchange rate in Feb-Mar 2016)

 

 

Update 20 April 2016 - Updated Day 4 place to stay.

Update 5 FEB 2016 - Trip is FULL. Reschedule traveling date a week later to catch up Cherry (Sakura) Bloosom is higher. Adjusted some itinerary accordingly.

Update 13 Dec 2015 - Hokkaido 4 season is fascinating and Spring with Sakura is awesome. We received many enquiries on this trip and we use rented vehicle and mixed with public transport from town to town. Trip is limited to max 14 pax only. Airfares is not included in trip cost. Current fares for 2 flights sector as per today is a reasonable approximately Rm1550 all in. Trip will end at Sapporo and you can do own extension if you like. Let's quickly form the group, so that everyone can purchase air ticket immediately. Kindly email rachelheng123@gmail.com for confirmation.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
This is meant to be a "free and easy" adventure trip. Participants should be relatively fit, with a good sense of humour, and above all, have the right attitude for close travel with others through possibly some trying times. Most definitely, this is not a trip for prudes, whiners, fuss-pots, and other similiarly assorted types! We had a couple of those before and it wasn't pleasant for us or them. Although every effort will be made to stick to the given itinerary, ground conditions may change and cause some disruption and/or deviation from the norm. Otherwise, have fun.

This trip is a backpack experience using public buses/trains/taxis/metros from town to town. It is essential that participants pack light and preferably use backpacks or cabin size luggage with wheels. STRICTLY NO BIG luggage. If in doubt about the packing/luggage, please contact us.

  

Expected to enjoy Sakura bloosom

BEFORE BUYING YOUR TICKET, PLEASE CHECK WITH US IF WE STILL HAVE AVAILABLE PLACES.

Flight Details (Air Asia) as below

Depart

Flight
28 APR 2016 THU D7 550 KLIA 2 (KUL) to Sapporo Shin Chitose(CTS) 2335 0810 (Arrived 29 April 2016)

Return

Flight
11 MAY 2016 WED D7 551 Sapporo Shin Chitose (CTS) to KLIA2 0920 1700

NOTE : If you like to fly in earlier or out later to take advantage of lower fares, please do so and forward your E-ticket copy for reference. Flight to Sapporo available every Tue, Thu, Sat & Sun only while return to KL every Mon, wed, Fri, Sun.

Hokkaido is the second largest, northernmost and least developed of Japan's 4 main islands. With its unspoiled nature, Hokkaido attracts many outdoor lovers from June to September. Less population, Hokkaido has what the rest of Japan doesn't space. So it's best bet for avoiding the crowds that plague Japan's more well known playgrounds during peak travel season.

 
 Hokkaido/ Mt Asahidake

Day 1 KLIA2/Plane: Meet at KLIA 2 Airport at for flight D7 550 KLIA 2 (KUL) to Sapporo Shin Chitose(CTS) 2315 0820. (ON) Plane.  

Day 2 Sapporo: Reached 0820am. Free & Easy walk around nearby local market. Overnight (ON) Sapporo.  

Day 3 Biei Furano : After breakfast heading to Furano, visit Cheese Factory, Winery house, the Ningle Terrace. Visit others if time permit e.g Aoiike Blue Pond, Shikisai Hill in Biei etc. O/N Furano.

Day 4 Mt Asahidake, Daisetsuzan National Park: Asahidake is the 1st place in Japan to see autumn colors every mid September. Mt Asahidake (2290m)is highest mountain in Hokkaido, place to exploring Daisetsuzan National Park too. Daisetsuzan NP is largest national park in Hokkaido. We will go for 30-60 mins circular trail around the ropeways upper station, which passes some ponds and sulfurous vents, indicating that Daisetsuzan mountain range is of volcanic origin. ON Asahikawa. (Note : Ropeway is not covered)

   

Day 5 Sounkyo Onsen, Daisetsuzan NP: One the most popular base of exploring Daisetsuzan NP is Sounkyo Onsen. This hot spring resort is located in a beautiful valley by nearby waterfalls and a ropeway to Mount Kurodake. O/N Kitami (Note : Ropeway is not covered)

Day 6 Abashiri Utoro: Abashiri is city located at eastern coast of Hokkaido. The main attraction is Prison Museum and nearby Shiretoko & Akan National Parks. We then move on to Kiyosato. O/N Kiyosato.

Day 7 Shiretoko NP : Shiretoko NP is one of Japan most beautiful unspoiled national park, addeded to UNESCO in 2005. We travel 40 mins to get there and then visit Shiretoko Five lakes via an 800meters wooden elevated boardwalk (800m long) to 1st Lake. About 3km of nature trails will lead around the picturesque 5 lakes (take about 1.5hrs by foot) (Note : entrance fees is covered). After lunch, option for a short Auroro Cruise. O/N Kiyosato.

   

Shiretoko National Park

Day 8 Asahikawa :. Heading to Asahikawa. Asahikawa is well known for its zoo, Asahiyama Zoo, one of the best Zoo in Japan. After lunch, visit Snow Art Gallery/Snow Crystal Musuem is part of the Hokkaido Folk Arts and Crafts Village. After that will visit Brewery. It also famous for its Asahikawa Ramen. O/N Asahikawa.

   

Asahiyama Zoo/ Noboribetsu

Day 9 Noboribetsu : Drive to Shizunai Twenty (二十間道路桜並木) 266km (3hr30m) for Sakura view. After lunch heading to Noboribetsu 155km (apprx 2h). ON Noboribetsu.

Day 10 Noboribetsu : Morning visit to Jigokudani Hell Valley where you can see every steep cliffs and the steam coming off the springs in everywhere. After lunch, will do short trek around Noboribetsu or wonder around the small town for those opt out for walk. Heading to Lake Toya about an hour coastal drive (58KM). ON Lake Toya

Day 11 Lake Toya : Morning to foot of Mt Yotei. Mt. Yotei is an active volcano, and the last eruption was 2500 years ago. This picturesque volcano is listed as one of the 100 famous mountains in Japan. Enjoy the amazing view over the lake from the peak of Mt.Usu, an active volcano. ON Lake Toya.

Day 12 Otaru : Will take scenic route via Shakotan to Otaru. Otaru is small beautiful old town more than 80 years old. Many old warehouses & former office buildings by shipping and trade companies give Otaru's city center a special character reminiscent of past decades. We walk around the canal area and Sakaimachi street where member can purchase souveniour from Music Box Musuem, Glass workshops, Chocholate etc. O/N Otaru

 

Otaru

Day 13 Sapporo : Back to Sapporo after breakfast. Wander around Sapporo e.g Sapporo Beer Garden etc. Free and Easy and return rental car. O/N Sapporo.

Day 14 Fly Home : We transfer to airport for morning flight D7 551 Sapporo Shin Chitose to KLIA2 (KUL) 0855 1700.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Cost cover accommodation, meals if stated in itinerary, rented car, train & transport cost to hostel as mentioned above.
2. Accomodation will be in local budget motels/hotel/pension. Note : No twin sharing for certain places, be prepare for sharing 3- 4 persons and communal shared toilet/shower. Most shower places is open concept and please bring your own towel (small towel as well).
3. Not covered are Flights tickets(KL-Sapporo-KL) (as at 14 Dec 2015 totals Rm1500), meals (estimate Rm60-80 per day), entrance fees to theme parks, museums, luggage storage, onsen (hot spring bath), travel insurance (Rm78), ropeway/cable car etc. (Note : Entrance fees is reasonable in Japan).
4. Not covered are the additional train/bus/taxi rides which not included, in-town taxis/buses, Auroro Cruise, subway, ropeway/gondola/chair lift are also not covered.
5. Cost is subject to change depending on fluctuations in exchange rates.
6. A deposit of Rm1500 will be payable to confirm your place. If you wish us to purchase the Air flight tickets, please deposit another Rm1000. The excess will be sort out at final collection.

Email: rachelheng123@gmail.com or yongo123@gmail com
Phone: Lee Min: 016-220 9033 or 603-4031 6225
Phone: Rachel: 012-352 0868
Address: No 19 Lorong Air Bersih Tiga, Air Panas, 53200 Kuala Lumpur

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