Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport and begin your holiday with a pleasant flight to Japan.Note: In the event of morning flight, passengers will stay the night at Narita/Chitose and enjoy an additional breakfast.

Upon arrival, meet and greet by the local representative. Visit The Goryokaku, (admission ticket included) Japan’s first western-styled fortification. The starshaped fort was built in 1864 for the defence of Hokkaido against invasion and is now a park open to the public. Visit the charming historical buildings, such as Old Public Hall of Hakodate Ward and Old Hakodate Meijikan Post Office. Thereafter, visit the famous Asaichi Market. Ascend to Mount Hakodate (subject to weather conditions) for a perfect night view of this romantic city.Note: (1) In the event that the domestic flight to Hakodate is not available, it will be replaced by Chitose or Kushiro. (2) In the event that we are unable to ascend to Mount Hakodate by cableways due to bad weather, the group will visit Yunokawa Park.

After breakfast, drive to Lake Toya, where beautiful virgin forests surround the lake. 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. After lunch, proceed for fruit-picking (seasonal). Continue to Noboribetsu and visit a sulphurous boiling pond known as “Jigokudani” or Hell Valley. Visit Noboribetsu Marine Park (admission ticket included), 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 the fascinating Dolphin Show or Penguin Parade. See the beautiful Danish Nixe Castle & Garden. Note: In the event fruit picking is not during the season, it will be replaced by Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch.

Begin the day with a tour to Shikisai Noka and see the colourful hills of flowers (varies with seasons). Continue to 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-zan. 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. Note: Bonus during 10 May to 31 May departure will enjoy Shibazakura Park (Seasonal) to see different coloured flowers.

After breakfast, proceed to Abashiri and visit Mount Tento to enjoy a 360- degree view of the Okhotsk Sea. Visit the Drift Ice Museum (admission fee included) 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 floors. Continue to mysterious Lake Mashu, one of the world’s clearest transparent lakes; also prized as one of the greatest scenic spots in all Hokkaido. Continue to Kawayu Onsen District to visit an active volcano – Mount Io (known as Sulphur Mountain). This mountain can be seen ejecting yellow sulphurous jets. Journey to Lake Akan, renown for its curious-looking spherical moss, a natural phenomenon unique to the lake. Explore Ainu Kotan, a small Ainu village in Akan Kotan. Stroll along the street lined with souvenir shops selling Ainu handicrafts, food, etc.

After breakfast, drive towards Sapporo. Visit Odori Park, venue of the annual Hokkaido Snow Festival. See the NHK Tower and Tokei-Dai (clock tower) which was built in 1878. Visit Sapporo JR Station, where you can spend some time shopping at the Underground Shopping Mall. Visit Tennuki Koji and enjoy shopping where affordable buys await all. In the evening, visit Susukino “Ramen & Entertainment” Street. The entire street isdominated by ramen stalls. Take the opportunity to sample the famous Hokkaido ramen at economical prices (at own expense). The colorful neon signboards and street lights make the street more vibrant and dazzling, a perfect location to experience the Sapporo nightlife.

After breakfast, visit the Ishiya White Chocolate Factory where you'll get the opportunity to sample and buy a variety of Hokkaido’s manufactured white chocolate. Proceed to Hokkaido Jingu Shrine, a large Shinto shrine set in heavily wooded grounds. Drive towards Otaru, famous for its canal and glasswork shops. Walk along the “Classic European Walk” and see the ancient European architecture of the buildings by the romantic waterfront. Visit the Crystal Museum and Kitaichi Glass Galley, well-known for its antique lamps and hand-blown glassware. Not to be missed is the Otaru Orgel Doh, which houses the “Otaru Music Box Museum”. The best buildings are found in the harbour area and along Otaru Canal, which is prettily lit with lamps. 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, Furla, Dolce & Gabbana, Tommy Hilfiger, Brooks Brothers, Elle, Levi’s, Nike, Timberland, Adidas, Asics, Fila, Billabong etc. are available here. Note: Occasionally, the tour group might visit Rera Premium Outlets instead of Mitsui Premium Outlets.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for the flight back to Singapore. We hope that you had a memorable vacation with ASA Holidays.