Meal on Board

Lunch/Izakaya Dinner

Breakfast/ Kamameshi Kettle Set Lunch/Buffet Dinner

This morning, visit Hakodate morning market, a vibrant and atmospheric spot where a plethora of stalls jostle for attention, each selling various types of fresh seafood. And of course, in Japan, nothing exemplifies this more as sashimi. Pick, sample and purchase the day’s freshest and most mouth-watering catch at your own expense. Thereafter, proceed to visit picturesque lakes, islands and majestic dormant volcano Mount Komagatake at Onuma Quasi-National Park before heading to Hakodate.  Then, visit to Lake Toya that is located in the scenic Shikotsu-Toya National Park, this photographic freshwater caldera lake is 10km in diameter and framed by a few active volcanic domes including the majestic Mount Showa.  Take a panoramic views of Lake Toya and its stunning surroundings at Silo Observatory.  “Grin and bear it” literally at the Showa Sinzan Bear Ranch as the facility’s bevy of adorable bears wave and greet you upon arrival. Photograph and feed these furry animals at your own expense. After the cuteness overload, stock up on popular local skincare products made from horse oil at the souvenir shop. Tonight, take a dip in a relaxing hot spring bath at an onsen resort in Lake Toya or Noboribetsu

Accommodation: Noboribetsu Manseikaku or similar

Breakfast/Shabu Shabu Lunch/8-Course Kaiseki Dinner

Breakfast/Lunch/Buffet Dinner

After breakfast, take a leisurely drive to the charming Otaru Canal which is lined with century-old stone warehouses on both sides. Then, get whimsical at Otaru Music Box Museum where displays of beautifully-crafted music boxes will delight even the grumpiest of cynics. Make a stop at Kitaichi Glass Factory to witness skilled artisans perfect their craft. After lunch, proceed to observing the manufacturing process of cheese at a Cheese Factory. You may wish to purchase some local cheese and milk at your own expense. This evening, take a breezy stroll through the zigzag line of wooden cabin shops nestled in the green forest of Furano at Ningle Terrace. Here, you can pick up some exquisite handmade souvenirs. Thereafter, indulge in a hot spring bath at an onsen resort in Furano. With its natural geothermal properties, the hot spring water will leave your skin feeling silky smooth for a good night’s rest.

Accommodation: New Furano Prince Hotel or similar

Note: Ningle Terrace will be officially closed from 1 to 30Nov for maintenance and will be replaced to Furano Marche.

Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

After breakfast, head to Sapporo. Make a stop at the Furano Winery on the way and get to taste limited edition wines cultivated from the unique Furano climate. With its pristine waters, vast pastures and bracing air, Hokkaido is renowned for churning out some of Japan’s best dairy products. Next, enjoy a craft-making experience where you can DIY a lavender pillow with lavender potpourri, cotton and pillow case and get to bring home your own making as an exclusive cultural souvenir. Take a leisure morning drive to Togachigawa. Make a stop at Rokkatei Honten for a taste of locally produced Japanese and western-style sweets such as the popular Marusei butter sandwich. Tonight, indulge in a hot spring bath at an onsen resort in Tokachigawa with its natural geothermal properties, the hot spring water will leave your skin feeling silky smooth for a good night’s rest.

Seasonal Bonus
Ramble through tulip in mid May, poppy in mid June, lavender in July, Marigold in August and Salvia in September at the gardens of Farm Tomia in Furano

Enjoy a 10mins introductory snowmobile ride on fine powder snow from 15 December to 15 March.

Breakfast

Go all out and embark on a quick shopping spree at Mitsui Outlet Park Sapporo Kitahiroshima, an outlet mall that boasts a plethora of domestic and imported brands under one roof. Next, proceed to Odori Park, located in the heart of Sapporo. This beautifully manicured green space is a charming assembly of monumental fountains, sculptures, and flowerbeds. Each winter, its verdant grounds play host to the famed Sapporo Ice Festival. Round off the day with a stroll along Hokkaido’s longest shopping street, Tanukikoji Shopping Arcade

Accommodation: Sapporo View Odori Park or similar

Seasonal Bonus
Experience a 10mins scenic Hot Air balloon ride for aerial autumn view of the majestic Mount Tokachi.and its surrounding from September to November. Hot air balloon ride It is subject to weather conditions and a refund of 2,500 yen will be provided if the ride is cancelled without prior notice.

Breakfast/Meal on Board

If time permits, you can do some last-minute shopping you transfer to the airport for your flight home via Haneda/Narita.