BRIDGE ME TO JAPAN: 5 Days 4 Nights | Hokkaido Winter Discovery — Sapporo & Biei
Explore Hokkaido, Japan
Experience the magic of winter in Hokkaido, Japan, on a memorable 5 Days 4 Nights holiday featuring beautiful northern landscapes, Japanese cultural attractions and the lively city of Sapporo. Discover the seasonal charm of Hokkaido in December, with scenic countryside views, winter sightseeing and opportunities to explore the region's distinctive attractions.
Travel through the picturesque Biei area to see the famous Christmas Tree during a drive-by viewing, visit Takushinkan and Chiyoda Farm, and discover the beautiful Blue Pond and Shirahige Waterfall. These destinations showcase the peaceful natural scenery that makes Hokkaido a favorite destination for winter travelers and photographers.
Explore Hokkaido Jingu, enjoy the views from Asahiyama Memorial Park, and visit Odori Park, the Sapporo Beer Museum and Tanukikoji Shopping Street. Travelers may also choose an optional Otaru One-Day Tour featuring Otaru Canal, traditional shopping streets, glassware and music box attractions, plus other scheduled experiences available at an additional cost.
- December 8–12, 2026.
- December 29, 2026 – January 2, 2027: Additional USD 500 per person.
USD 1,299 per person, with roundtrip airfare.
Additional USD 500 per person.
Starting package rate plus stated departure surcharge: USD 1,799 per person, before excluded charges.
USD 160 per person, additional to the base package.
Room Basis: Twin sharing.
Airline: Cebu Pacific
Outbound — Manila to Sapporo (New Chitose)
5J5128 | MNL–CTS | 10:25–16:50
Return — Sapporo (New Chitose) to Manila
5J5129 | CTS–MNL | 17:50–22:50
Included Baggage: 7KG hand carry.
Optional Checked-in Baggage: USD 55 per person for 20KG / 1 piece.
- 4 nights accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Sapporo.
- Choice hotel, based on twin sharing.
- Daily hotel breakfast included.
- International airfare, airport tax and terminal fee.
- 7KG hand carry-on luggage.
- 4 nights accommodation at choice hotel with daily breakfast, based on twin sharing.
- Private bus with English-speaking tour guide.
- Specified sightseeing tours, including necessary entrance fees.
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary.
Biei Christmas Tree Drive-by Viewing
Enjoy a scheduled drive-by viewing of the famous Christmas Tree in the scenic Biei countryside.
Takushinkan
Visit Takushinkan, a photography gallery showcasing the natural beauty of Hokkaido's landscapes.
Chiyoda Farm
Discover Chiyoda Farm, surrounded by Hokkaido's rural scenery.
Blue Pond, Biei
Visit Biei's famous Blue Pond, known for its distinctive waters and scenic surroundings. Its appearance varies with winter weather and ice conditions.
Shirahige Waterfall
Experience Shirahige Waterfall, a picturesque waterfall in the Biei area.
Hokkaido Jingu
Visit Hokkaido Jingu, one of Sapporo's significant Shinto shrines.
Asahiyama Memorial Park
Enjoy a scheduled visit to Asahiyama Memorial Park, known for its views over Sapporo.
Mitsui Outlet Shopping
Enjoy shopping time at Mitsui Outlets, along with a scheduled duty-free shop visit.
Sapporo Beer Museum
Visit the Sapporo Beer Museum during the final day's sightseeing.
Odori Park & Tanukikoji Shopping Street
Discover Odori Park and browse the shops along Tanukikoji Shopping Street before the airport transfer.
The flyer offers this excursion as an alternative to a free day on Day 3.
Optional Tour Visits and Experiences:
- Otaru Canal.
- Otaru Sekaimachi Street.
- Kitaichi Glass.
- Otaru Music Box Museum.
- Shiroi Koibito Park.
- Hill of the Buddha.
- Dinner featuring three types of crab and Wagyu beef.
Note: This tour is not included in the base package and requires an additional USD 160 per person.
- Japan Visa.
- Philippine Travel Tax: USD 30 per person, collected with the tour fee.
- Checked-in Luggage: USD 55 per person (20KG / 1 piece).
- Travel Insurance.
- Single Supplement (amount not specified).
- Tips for driver and guide: USD 25 per person, collected with the tour fee.
- Personal expenses such as telephone calls, minibar and similar charges.
- Optional Otaru One-Day Tour: USD 160 per person.
- Fuel Surcharge Increase: USD 30 per person.
Japan Visa: Excluded from the package.
The flyer does not provide a visa document checklist, processing fee or application timeline. Requirements should be confirmed separately before booking.
- Travel dates: December 8–12, 2026, and December 29, 2026 – January 2, 2027.
- The New Year departure carries an additional USD 500 per person.
- Accommodation is in a 3-star hotel in Sapporo, based on twin sharing.
- Day 3 offers a free day or the optional Otaru One-Day Tour at USD 160 per person.
- 7KG hand carry is included; checked-in luggage is excluded.
- Philippine Travel Tax, tips, fuel surcharge increase and other exclusions are additional.
- The flyer does not specify a deposit amount, payment deadline, cancellation terms or minimum passenger count.
- DISCLAIMER
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- Final airfare and room confirmation remain subject to availability.
- Tour arrangements may change due to weather, ferry schedules, airline operations, or local conditions.
- Rates and package details are subject to change without prior notice.
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- WHY VISIT HOKKAIDO?
Discover the enchanting beauty of Hokkaido, Japan, where winter transforms the countryside into a peaceful landscape of snow-covered fields, forests and mountains. Explore the picturesque Biei region, featuring the famous Christmas Tree, the remarkable Blue Pond and the beautiful Shirahige Waterfall. Visit Takushinkan and Chiyoda Farm to experience the rural charm and scenic surroundings of northern Japan.
Experience the cultural attractions and vibrant atmosphere of Sapporo, Hokkaido's capital city. Discover Hokkaido Jingu, enjoy panoramic views from Asahiyama Memorial Park, and explore Odori Park, the Sapporo Beer Museum and Tanukikoji Shopping Street. Travelers who want additional sightseeing can choose the separately priced Otaru One-Day Tour, featuring the historic Otaru Canal, traditional glassware, music boxes and other attractions.
- SUGGESTED TOP ATTRACTIONS
- Christmas Tree, Biei, Hokkaido
- Takushinkan, Biei, Hokkaido
- Chiyoda Farm, Biei, Hokkaido
- Blue Pond, Biei, Hokkaido
- Shirahige Waterfall, Biei, Hokkaido
- Hokkaido Jingu, Sapporo
- Asahiyama Memorial Park, Sapporo
- Sapporo Beer Museum, Sapporo
- Odori Park, Sapporo
- Otaru Canal, Otaru (Optional Tour)
Remarks: Suggested attractions may or may not be included in the base tour package. Please refer to Tour Highlights for confirmed sightseeing visits and experiences covered by the package. Otaru Canal is part of the separately priced Otaru One-Day Tour at USD 160 per person and is not included in the base itinerary. Winter scenery, snowfall, accessibility and the appearance of natural attractions depend on local weather conditions.