Rajah Travel Corporation

SUGGESTED TRAVEL DATES:

• February 19 to 24, 2027
• *rate are subject to change depending on specific travel date

INCLUSIONS:

• Private roundtrip airport transfers
• Two (2) nights accommodation at Art Hotel Asahikawa or similar class
• One (1) night accommodation at Abashiri Koso or similar class
• Two (2) nights accommodation at Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga or similar
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary
• Activities on the following days:
  • Day 2: Asahiyama Zoo / AEON Asahikawa Ekimae / Yukinowa Asahikawa Illumination
  • Day 3: Mt. Kurodake Ropeway / Hyobaku Festival / Abashiri Prison Museum
  • Day 4: Abashiri Drift Ice Cruise
  • Day 5: Akan International Crane Center / Ainu Kotan
  • Day 6: Snow Mobile or Wakasagi Fishing at Ice Land Akan / Kamui Terrace / Lake Kussharo / Mt. Io
• All applicable entrance and admission fees
• Services of an English Speaking Guide
• Travel Insurance

EXCLUSIONS:

• Visa Assistance
• Airfare
• Airport & Hotel porterage
• Tips and Gratuities (not compulsory) 
• Any incidentals or items of personal nature incurred such as table drinks, laundry, telephone calls, etc.
• Any meals and/or services not mentioned in this quotation

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

• No reservation or booking has been made yet. Confirmation of flights, hotels and sightseeing tours are still subject to availability at the time of request for a reservation
• Rate quoted is per person and in US Dollars, subject to prevailing foreign exchange if the settlement is in Philippine peso
• Rate provided is applicable for bookings with a minimum of 6 pax (adult) and only for the indicated travel period. Otherwise, the rate for this itinerary is subject for recomputation and is available upon request
• Rate is applicable for Philippine Passport holders only
• Standard Hotel check-in time is after 1500H and check out time is at 1100H. Early morning check-in and late check-out are on request basis only and subject to room availability. 
• Rajah Travel Corporation reserves the right to make adjustments on the tour schedule due to any fortuitous events
• It is understood that this request for travel arrangements is subject to existing policies on travel reservations of hotels/ tour operators/ theme parks as adopted by Rajah Travel Corporation
• Other services, items, and meals not stated in the inclusions will be charged to and settled by the guests
• Please note that we will be requesting a copy of the valid passport of each passenger prior to making any travel arrangements

Meet Hokkaido’s winter wildlife at Asahiyama Zoo and witness its beloved Penguin Walk, a seasonal experience set against the snow-covered grounds.

Ride the Mt. Kurodake Ropeway for sweeping winter views before discovering Sounkyo’s spectacular illuminated ice formations at the Hyobaku Festival.

Cruise through the frozen Sea of Okhotsk aboard an icebreaker and witness one of Northeast Hokkaido’s most iconic natural phenomena.

Encounter Japan’s graceful red-crowned cranes and discover the traditions, crafts, and stories of the indigenous Ainu people at Akan Ainu Kotan.

Choose between snowmobiling or wakasagi ice fishing before exploring Hokkaido’s volcanic landscapes and unwinding in the region’s renowned hot spring resorts

The evening flight is recommended when departing from Manila transitting from Haneda to Asahikawa.

Arrive at Asahikawa Airport, the gateway to Northern Hokkaido, where a private transfer brings you to your hotel for a comfortable start to your winter escape. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure to relax after your flight or take in the peaceful snowy surroundings before enjoying a delightful welcome dinner. Settle in for your first night as anticipation builds for the unforgettable winter adventures ahead.   

Begin your day at the renowned Asahiyama Zoo, famous for its innovative enclosures and winter-exclusive penguin parade that offers a unique glimpse into the lives of Arctic and sub-Arctic animals. After lunch, enjoy free time at AEON Asahikawa Ekimae for shopping or local delicacies before ending the evening amidst the enchanting illuminations of Yukinowa Asahikawa, where dazzling lights transform the snowy city into a magical winter landscape.

Journey into the majestic Daisetsuzan mountain range and ascend Mt. Kurodake aboard its scenic ropeway for panoramic views of Hokkaido's snow-covered peaks. Continue to the spectacular Hyobaku Festival in Sounkyo, where illuminated ice sculptures and frozen waterfalls create a fairytale-like atmosphere, before travelling east to Abashiri with a visit to the historic Abashiri Prison Museum, time permitting. 

Experience one of Hokkaido's most extraordinary winter spectacles as you cruise across the Sea of Okhotsk aboard an icebreaker, navigating through vast fields of seasonal drift ice unique to this region of Japan. Adventurous guests may choose to elevate the experience with an optional drift ice kayaking activity, offering an unforgettable perspective of the frozen seascape, before continuing to the peaceful hot spring town of Lake Akan.

Discover Eastern Hokkaido's rich natural and cultural heritage with a visit to the Akan International Crane Center, home to the graceful red-crowned cranes that symbolize longevity and good fortune in Japan. Later, immerse yourself in the traditions of the indigenous Ainu people at Ainu Kotan, where local crafts, performances, and cultural stories provide a meaningful insight into Hokkaido's unique heritage before unwinding at your lakeside onsen resort. 

Make the most of your final day with a collection of Hokkaido's signature winter experiences. Choose between an exhilarating snowmobile adventure or the traditional pastime of wakasagi ice fishing at Ice Land Akan before admiring spectacular winter views from Kamui Terrace. Complete your journey with visits to the natural sand baths of Lake Kussharo and the volcanic landscapes of Mt. Io before transferring to Memanbetsu Airport for your flight home.

'til your next travel with us!

The evening flight is recommended when departing from Memanbetsu transitting from Haneda to Manila.