Japan Hokkaido Hakodate Songkran 2025 6 Days 4 Nights GOJP9142

08.20 hrs. Arrive at Chitose Airport, Japan (local time is 2 hours ahead of Thailand time). After going through immigration, customs, and collecting your luggage (very important!! Fresh food such as meat, plants, vegetables, and fruits are not allowed into Japan. Violators will be subject to fines.)
Take you to Noboribetsu City, a famous resort city in Hokkaido. See Jigokudani Hell Valley (Jigokudani) or also known as "Hell Valley" located in Shikotsu-Toya National Park, Noboribetsu City. It is called Hell Valley because there are both mud ponds and naturally boiling hot springs spread throughout the area with hot smoke rising up all the time. It is considered the source of the most famous hot springs and onsen on Hokkaido. The entrance to the valley is symbolized by a large red giant holding a baton, a giant who protects visitors. Therefore, every area here, whether it is a souvenir shop or a restroom, will have signs with the giant symbol that stands out as a unique identity.
Lunch: Have lunch at a restaurant (Meal 1).
Take you to Hakodate City, a city located at the southernmost point of Hokkaido. It is the third largest city on the island. In the past, it was a port city that traded with foreigners from the West, which allowed Western culture to play a role in the city. We will see Christian churches, restaurants, old Western-style houses on the hillside, red brick buildings, old warehouses along the port, wide streets, old trams and stone-paved walkways, along with music played over the loudspeakers throughout the city, enhancing the atmosphere of Hakodate as the most beautiful and romantic city. Take the cable car up to the top of Mt. Hakodate (including the cable car fee), which is like the symbol of Hakodate City (approximately 20 minutes). Go up to the viewpoint where you will see the most beautiful view of the city. With the sea on both sides, it is the Kra Isthmus. At night, houses and roads are lit up, making the lights sparkle. It is also considered one of the three most beautiful night views in Japan (the other two are Mt. Inasa in Nagasaki and Mt. Rokko in Kobe).
(If the ropeway is closed due to weather or maintenance, we reserve the right to change to a car to see the view at the viewpoint instead.)
Dinner at the hotel restaurant or restaurant (meal 2)
Accommodation at HAKODATE HOTEL or equivalent, relax in a Japanese-style natural hot spring bath.
(The bed may be a futon or a bed, depending on the hotel's arrangements.)

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel restaurant (meal 3)
Hakodate Morning Market Let you enjoy shopping for Hokkaido's famous seafood, such as various types of crabs, salmon, squid, sea urchin eggs, shrimp, both fresh and dried, or famous seasonal fruits and various local vegetables. Climb the Goryokaku Tower (including the tower fee), which is about 100 meters high, and see the view of Goryokaku Park (a giant star-shaped fortress) through the surrounding glass at 360 degrees. You can see the view of Goryokaku, Hakodate Mountain and the port, and take an impressive panoramic view. Goryokaku Park was built in 1864 and is one of the landmarks of Hakodate City. This place is a popular place to see cherry blossoms. Here, there are more than 1,600 Yoshino cherry trees. Every year, cherry blossoms bloom from late April to May (depending on the weather). It has also been designated as a national historic site. You can enjoy walking through the beautiful scenery throughout the four seasons: cherry blossoms in spring, greenery in summer, deciduous trees in autumn, and snow in winter. (The bridge to the star-shaped area is open from 9:00 to 19:00.)
Lunch: Have lunch at a restaurant (meal 4).
Take a trip to Showa Shinzan volcano, which has a monument to the postman who discovered the movement and regeneration of the volcano around 1944-1945. The new volcano formed from the earth's surface shaking in 1946, erupted continuously for 2 years until it became Showa Shinzan, as seen today. It is under the care of the government as a "Special Natural Monument". Take a commemorative photo. See the brown bear farm, Showa Shinzan volcano. (Showa-Shinzan Bear Park) is a breeding ground for brown bears, ranging from small bears to large bears. The bears here are not aggressive because the bears here are taken care of and trained to be familiar with people. You will see cute and adorable images. The bears show off their charm by asking for food from tourists. Here, tourists can feed the bears with bread and apples. There are food vendors. Take you to Lake Toya, the third largest volcanic crater lake in Japan. There are four islands in the lake, with different views each day. The lake is special because the water does not freeze during the winter. In the middle of the lake is a small island, Nakajima Island, where you can walk around (except in winter). In the past, on July 7-9, 2008, the G8 leaders chose this place to hold a meeting, staying at a 5-star luxury hotel near the lake.
Dinner at the hotel's restaurant or restaurant (meal 5).
Accommodation: TOYA ONSEN HOTEL or equivalent (the bed may be a futon or a bed, depending on the hotel's arrangements).
Relax in a Japanese-style natural mineral hot spring bath.

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel restaurant (Meal 6)
Take you to Otaru City, a romantic city in Hokkaido that is coupled with antiquity and historical significance. See the Otaru Canal, which is 1,140 meters long and connects to Otaru Bay. In the past, around 1920, when the shipping industry was booming, this canal was used as a route to transport goods from warehouses in Otaru City to the port at the mouth of the bay. Take a walk and take pictures with the old buildings along the canal and beautiful views. Then, the Music Box Museum, a two-story old building with a red brick exterior, but a wooden interior structure. This museum was built in 1910 and is now an old architectural heritage that is worth preserving as a national treasure. Take you to the Hello Kitty Cafe Otaru, the first Hello Kitty-themed cafe in Hokkaido. The interior is decorated with cute Hello Kitty and is full of a fairytale atmosphere that makes you feel warm. There are also many Hello Kitty products for you to choose from.
Lunch: Have lunch at a restaurant (meal 7).
Duty Free shop sells tax-free souvenirs, not far from Sapporo city. Inside, there are many discounted products. You can freely choose products in the shop, such as snacks, cosmetics, souvenirs and many other products. Stop by to buy souvenirs at Shiroi Koibito Chocolate Factory (Shiroi Koibito Park), a famous chocolate factory in Japan. The factory building is built in a European style, surrounded by a flower garden. The most famous chocolate here is Shiroi Koibito, which means white chocolate for lovers. You can choose to buy it back for your loved ones or buy it as a souvenir to take home.
Dinner: Have dinner at NANDA SEAFOOD BUFFET (meal 8). Special buffet: giant crab legs, wagyu beef, scallops, sashimi, desserts, fruits and soft drinks.
Accommodation: SAPPORO HOTEL or equivalent 3-star level

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel restaurant (Meal 9)
Take you to Hokkaido Shrine. This shrine is located in Sapporo. It is a Shinto Buddhist shrine and is considered one of the oldest shrines in Hokkaido. It was built in 1871. Today, it is still deeply connected to the way of life of the people of Hokkaido, starting from New Year's Day, exorcism, Setsubun Day, wedding ceremonies, etc. In the shrine area with abundant nature, wild squirrels come to greet you. Free shopping MITSUI OUTLET PARK SAPPORO is the largest outlet mall in Hokkaido. It is located in Kita-Hiroshima, the eastern suburb of Sapporo, near the route to Chitose Airport. It opened in April 2012. Inside the mall, there are more than 128 brand shops, including duty-free shops. A large food court with 650 seats and shops selling local products and products from local farms in Hokkaido province.
Noon: Free lunch at your leisure.
Take you to the Hill of the Buddha, located in the north of Sapporo, designed by Mr. Tadao Ando, ​​a famous Japanese architect. The Buddha statue is 13.5 meters high and weighs 1,500 tons. It is surrounded by beautiful nature that varies in each season. In winter, you can feel the beauty of the white snow. It is considered another place that can be called Unseen Hokkaido. Then take you to see the Moai of Hokkaido, or (makomanai takino reien), built in 1982, covering a total area of ​​1,8000,473 square meters. Inside, there are many large Moai stone statues standing tall. Free shopping on Tanukikoji Street, an old shopping district. Opened for over 100 years, the highlight of this area is the roof covering the entire market. Whether it's raining, sunny, or snowing, you can come and shop comfortably. There are also 200 shops, with a length of about 1 kilometer. The products include famous clothing and shoes brands such as Uniqlo, New Balance, Adidas, Puma, etc. And don't miss Daiso, where everything is 100 yen, as well as Donki, which sells everything from electrical appliances to cosmetics at shockingly cheap prices. Or if you walk until you're exhausted, there are many famous restaurants here to serve you.
Evening Free time for dinner at your leisure.
Accommodation SAPPORO HOTEL or equivalent 3-star level