9 DAYS HOKKAIDO EASTERN EXPERIENCE (*ICE BREAKING CRUISE)

Assemble at Changi International Airport for your flight to Chitose - Hokkaido, Japan (via Tokyo). For morning departures, check in at the airport hotel upon your arrival.

• Old Koufuku Station, a charming "Happiness Station" located in Obihiro. The iconic pink station house of Koufuku Station has gained fame as a beloved photo spot.
• Tokachi Ikeda Wine Castle, renowned as Japan's inaugural winery operated by a local government entity. Situated in the heart of Hokkaido's wine country, Tokachi Ikeda Wine Castle proudly represents the region's vinicultural heritage.

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• Kushiro Washo Seafood Market, located near the bustling Kushiro fishing port. One of Hokkaido's top three markets, this bustling hub is a haven for seafood enthusiasts, offering an array of fresh catches and local delicacies that are not to be missed.
• Venture to Kushiro Shitsugen National Park in East Hokkaido to witness the majestic, Red-crowned Cranes, iconic protected species that call this pristine park home.
• Lake Akan, home to one of Hokkaido's largest Ainu settlements. Here, you'll have the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Ainu culture.

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• Explore the serene beauty of Lake Kussharo, a stunning caldera lake renowned for its picturesque vistas.
• Abashiri History Prison Museum, an outdoor museum brimming with fascinating exhibits and rich narratives.
• Witness real drift ice year-round at the *Okhotsk Ryu-Hyo Museum, offering an unforgettable encounter with nature's wonders. (Note: In late January till March, the Okhotsk Ryu-Hyo Museum will be replaced by an Ice Breaking Cruise in Abashiri or Mombetsu)
• Capture a memorable photo at the awe-inspiring Kamurin Tower, home to one of the world's largest mechanical cuckoo clocks.

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• Sounkyo Gorge, flanked majestically on both sides by 150-meter-high perpendicular cliffs with columnar joints. See the Milky Way Waterfall and Shooting Stars Waterfall.
• Tour Asahiyama Zoo and meet adorable creatures such as penguins, polar bears, and seals.
• Shiroi Koibito Park is a theme park by Ishiya, a local chocolate company. The company's flagship product and one of Hokkaido's most famous souvenirs is the Shiroi Koibito cookie, which consists of two thin butter cookies and a layer of white chocolate in between.

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• Otaru Canal was a central part of the city's busy port in the first half of the 20th century. Otaru now exudes a nostalgic charm with its historical buildings, picturesque canal, and blend of culture and natural beauty
• Immerse yourself in the charm of Otaru at the Music Box Museum & Kitachi Glass Shop.
• Then, visit the charming Bear Ranch in Hokkaido, where you can encounter the delightful brown bears.
• Capture picturesque moments at Silo Observation, an observation deck on the western shore offering stunning vistas of Lake Toya and Mt. Showa Shinzan.
• Venture to the renowned Jigokudani, or Hell Valley. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing hot spring bath.

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• Shop at Mitsui Outlet Fashion Park for some retail therapy.
• Drive past Odori Park and Sapporo TV Tower, situated in the heart of Sapporo.
• Visit and savour Sapporo beer at Sapporo Beer Museum - Japan’s only museum dedicated to beer, which explores the long history of Sapporo Beer.
• Hokkaido Shrine, a traditional place of worship for the Japanese “Shindo” and the oldest shrine in Hokkaido.
• Indulge in shopping along Tanuki Koji, Hokkaido's longest and most bustling shopping street.

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Today, you have leisurely free time to enjoy Sapporo, the largest city in Hokkaido. 

(Note: There will be no free day on Day 8 for 9D6N or 8D6N itinerary and you will transfer to the airport for your flight to Singapore.)

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Head to the airport for your flight to Singapore. We hope you have had an exciting holiday with SA Tours!

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