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Snow and Culture

12 Days/11 Nights - Gateway: Tokyo
Standard Tour: from £1203pp
Superior Tour: from £1464pp
Prices valid for 2008.
Peak supplements may apply.

 
 
Our Snow & Culture package combines 5 nights in the fantastic resort of Niseko with time in Japan’s exciting capital city of Tokyo and in Kyoto, the cultural and historic centre of the country. In Tokyo you’ll be based in exciting Shinjuku. Fly to the north island of Hokkaido - the very best destination for winter sports in Japan and stay in Niseko - known for its fantastic powder snow and huge variety of runs as well as a great village atmosphere. Kyoto is the cultural centre of Japan and here we have included a full day with a private guide as well as plenty of free time. Stay Japanese style with an evening meal included on the first night. Return to Tokyo by ‘Bullet Train’.

Day 1: Arrive in Tokyo
You’ll be met on arrival at Tokyo Narita Airport by one of our representatives who will show you to the airport bus for your transfer into Tokyo. Tonight’s accommodation is in Shinjuku – the vibrant modern centre of the capital city. No meals.
Standard: Kadoya Hotel
Superior: Keio Plaza

Day 2: Full day in Tokyo
You have a full day to explore Tokyo and all that it has to offer, from fresh sushi at the incredible Tsukiji fish market to strolling around the Imperial Palace. The ultra-efficient subway system makes getting round the city very straightforward. Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Flight to Niseko
You will be up early to take a bus to Tokyo Haneda airport for the internal flight to Sapporo New Chitose Airport on the north island of Hokkaido. You’ll be met on arrival and then transfer by bus to your resort where you can pick up the included lift pass and get going on the slopes! Meals: Breakfast
Standard: Pension Locomotion
Superior: Hirafutei Hotel
Day 4-7: On the slopes in Niseko
You have four whole days of fun on the slopes in Niseko. There are vast areas of piste to explore as well as lively après ski and some wonderful relaxing hot spring baths. Meals: Breakfast
Day 8: Travel to Kyoto
From Niseko you will take the bus back to New Chitose Airport and then an internal flight to Osaka Kansai Airport (2hrs). From Kansai Airport you will take a limited express train to Kyoto (1h15mins). Accommodation in Kyoto is Japanese style with dinner included this evening. Meals: Breakfast & dinner
Standard: Izuyasu Ryokan
Superior: Kanneiwaro Bekkan
Day 9: Full day guiding in Kyoto
Kyoto is the most treasured city in all of Japan and is often said to be the birthplace of Japanese culture. Today a private guide is at your disposal to help you see the very best of this city. With ancient temples, beautiful gardens, and serene shrines around every corner you will be treated to some of the most famous sights in Japan. Meals: Breakfast.
Day 10: Full day in Kyoto
You have another day free to explore Kyoto or perhaps take a day trip to nearby Nara or Himeji castle if you wish. Whether you are sipping green tea contemplating a zen garden or gliding over the rapids of the Hozugawa River, you are sure to enjoy your time in this historic area. Meals: Breakfast.
 

Day 11: Travel to Tokyo
From Kyoto you will travel by reserved seat shinkansen ‘Bullet Train’ to Tokyo (3hrs). For your final night you will be back in Shinjuku. A great chance to do some last minute shopping or to catch some of the sights you may have missed at the start of your trip. Meals: Breakfast
Standard: Kadoya Hotel
Superior: Keio Plaza

Day 12: Departure
We will provide you with tickets for the airport bus to make the transfer back to Tokyo Narita Airport for your international flight home. Meals: Breakfast.

Prices are based on twin share. Includes 5 nights in Niseko Resort, 3 nights in Tokyo, 3 nights in Kyoto, breakfast every day, 1 evening meal, 5 day ‘All Mountain’ lift pass, 8 hour private guide service in Kyoto, all transport between destinations incl. return Narita Airport transfers, meet and greet upon arrival at Tokyo Narita Airport and at Sapporo New Chitose Airport and complimentary info-pack. Excludes international flights, transfers to/from Haneda Airport, local transport, entrance fees and baggage handling.