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Drift Ice and Three Types of Crab: 3-Day Hokkaido Tour | The Far North of Wakkanai, Monbetsu, and Spectacular Ice Sea Views with the Garinko-go Icebreaker [Departing from Tokyo]
・This is a high-quality, reliable Japan tour planned by Club Tourism, a major Japanese travel agency with over 70 years of history. Our tour leaders are renowned for their hospitality and are highly rated by international guests.
・While the tour is conducted in Japanese, many guests from Taiwan and Hong Kong participate, so first-time visitors can join with peace of mind.
Efficiently tour Hokkaido's spectacular winter scenery over 3 days.
・Board the Garinko-go icebreaker ship, which advances by crushing drift ice with its drills.
・February departure exclusive! Enjoy the frozen lake on an exciting snowmobile tour!
・We will visit Cape Soya, home to the monument of the northernmost point of Japan; Noshappu Cape, which offers views of Rishiri Fuji; the Hokkaido Heritage site of the North Breakwater Dome; Lake Kutcharo, a migratory site for swans; and a science museum themed around drift ice located near the Sea of Okhotsk.
・Enjoy a full course of three types of crab, including half a Hokkaido hairy crab, snow crab legs, and red king crab, as well as a lunch featuring an Omu scallop and salmon roe bowl.
・Stay at hot spring hotels for both nights.
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Product Info
*Content varies depending on the departure month.
【February Departure Exclusive! Wakkanai Snowmobile Ride Experience】
A special experience riding a powerful, large sightseeing snowmobile across a frozen lake!
【Drift Ice Viewing】
Board the Garinko-go in Mombetsu, which breaks through the drift ice as it sails.
- Drift ice is a natural phenomenon. Please note that you may not be able to see it depending on weather conditions (tides, wind direction, etc.) on the day of your trip. Additionally, the icebreaker ship may be suspended due to drift ice docking conditions or weather. Even if the ship departs, you may not be able to see drift ice due to tides or wind direction. Please understand that standard cancellation fees will apply if you choose to cancel or change your trip due to these circumstances.
【Far North Sightseeing】
We will guide you to Cape Soya, home to the monument of the northernmost point of mainland Japan, and Cape Noshappu, where you can gaze out at Rishiri Fuji! Enjoy the Hokkaido Heritage site, the North Breakwater Dome, as well♪
We will also visit Lake Kutcharo, a migratory site for swans, and a science museum themed around drift ice located near the Sea of Okhotsk.
【A Treasure Trove of Food: Exquisite Hokkaido Gourmet】
Enjoy a feast of three types of crab in Wakkanai: Horsehair Crab (half), King Crab legs, and Snow Crab.
This year's crab dishes are carefully prepared so you can 'savor every bit of the season.' The Hokkaido Horsehair Crab is first boiled at the shore, then grilled on a hot plate to bring out its fragrant aroma and enhanced sweetness. The Snow Crab and King Crab are served in ways that highlight their natural quality, such as ceramic plate grilling and exquisite soups. Please enjoy this meticulously prepared crab feast to your heart's content. - Hotel Meguma Proprietress: Shiromi Yasuda
＜Menu (Tentative)＞
Half Hokkaido Horsehair Crab (enjoy grilled horsehair crab as well), Snow Crab legs, ceramic plate grilled Omu octopus and Wakkanai Red Snow Crab, crab gratin, Red Snow Crab chawanmushi (steamed egg custard), King Crab soup, and crab-style dashi chazuke.
On the second day of the tour, enjoy Omu-grown scallops and salmon roe.
【Accommodation】
Stay at hot spring hotels for both nights.
- This product is a 'Request Booking,' and it may take some time to confirm your reservation. Bookings are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, so depending on availability, you may be placed on a waiting list or we may be unable to accept your booking. Final confirmation of your reservation will be provided upon issuance of the voucher. In the unlikely event that the tour cannot be operated due to being fully booked, we will notify you within the specified number of days. Please note that if you do not wish to be on the waiting list, cancellation (with a refund) is also possible.
- This tour is conducted in Japanese only.
Please note that all guidance provided by the tour conductor during the trip will be in Japanese only. However, to ensure the smooth operation and safety of the tour, we will provide information to the extent possible using translation apps (such as meeting locations, departure times, etc.).
Please observe the following when participating:
- Please book using your correct name and email address.
- Please adhere to the meeting times during the tour. If you arrive past the meeting time, the tour will depart without you.
Garinko-go (image)
Dinner on day 1 will be a feast of three types of crab: hairy crab (half), snow crab legs, and king crab! (※Image of hairy crab for 2 people)
A snow dome bath made from scallop shells (※Image of the large public bath on day 1)
Oumu-produced scallop and salmon roe rice bowl (image)
Cape Soya (image)
Cape Nosappu (image)
North Breakwater Dome *Image
Limited to departures in February! Large-scale sightseeing snow ride. *Image shown is for illustrative purposes only.
Purchase Notice
[Travel conditions]
Departure point/Destination: Tokyo/Hokkaido
Trip duration: 2 nights, 3 days
Transportation used: airplane, chartered bus
Bus company operating the service: Soya Bus or equivalent
Airline: ANA
Meal plan: Breakfast twice, lunch once, dinner twice
Accommodation used:
[First night] Wakkanai Onsen Hotel Meguma
[Second night] Monbetsu Onsen, Monbetsu Prince Hotel
[Room Types]
[First night] Western-style room [Single, Twin, Quadruple] or Japanese-Western style room
[Second night] Japanese-style room/Western-style room [Single/Twin] or Japanese-Western style room
*Both hotels have bathrooms and toilets.
Please leave the room assignment at our discretion. Room layouts and views from rooms vary from one accommodation to another.
Minimum number of participants: 20
Tour guide: Partial accompaniment (within Hokkaido only)
Guide: 0 (Guidance will be in Japanese) *A licensed tour guide will not accompany the tour.
[Travel planning/execution]
Company Name: Club Tourism International Inc
Address: 1-9-6 Edagawa, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 1693
Affiliated travel industry association: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) Regular Member
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KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
2nd Floor, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004, Japan
Registered Travel Agency No. 2045, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
Member organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Reminders
A minimum of 20 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 21 day(s) before the departure date
The listed meal contents may be subject to change due to unavoidable circumstances such as local sourcing issues or poor catches.
The order of accommodations and sightseeing may be changed or reversed. However, sightseeing spots will not be omitted or sightseeing time will not be shortened.
For bookings of 3-4 people per room, you may be assigned to use an extra bed or be split into two rooms. Please note that for the first night at Monbetsu Prince Hotel, even if you book a room for 2 people, you may be assigned two single rooms.
Due to seating arrangements, even if you book for two or more people, your seats may be separated on airplanes and buses. Also, if you are traveling in an odd number of people, you will be sharing seats on the bus.
Snowmobile rides may be canceled due to weather conditions. Please note that there are two types of snowmobiles, and you cannot choose between those with and without a roof. Thank you for your understanding.
In the Soya region (Wakkanai), the original schedule may be significantly altered due to unforeseen circumstances such as snowfall causing delays or divertation of flights to other airports. Please note that any resulting accommodation, meals, and transportation costs will be the responsibility of the customer. Thank you for your understanding.
A fee of 1,500 yen per meal will be charged for any changes to the meal plan due to food allergies, religious reasons, etc., and any difference in price will be charged at cost.
Please contact us if you wish to change the name on your reservation. Please note that we may not be able to accommodate your request if the hotel is fully booked, and even if we can accommodate your request, there will be a fee for the change. The same applies if there is an error in the information you entered when making your reservation.
FAQ
1. What can I expect from the Garinko Ice Floe Cruise experience in Monbetsu, Hokkaido?
The Garinko Ice Floe Cruise offers a unique experience where you board an icebreaker that cuts through drift ice with its specialized drills. This activity provides an up-close view of the spectacular ice-covered seas of Okhotsk in Monbetsu, Hokkaido, making it a thrilling and unforgettable highlight of the winter tour.
2. What natural wonders and sightseeing spots are included in this Hokkaido winter tour?
This Hokkaido winter tour features diverse natural wonders and significant landmarks. You will visit Cape Soya, marking the northernmost point of mainland Japan, offering views of Mount Rishiri. Other stops include Cape Nosappu, the Hokkaido Heritage site North Breakwater Dome, Lake Kutcharo (a crucial wintering ground for swans), and a science museum focused on drift ice located near the Sea of Okhotsk.
3. When is the optimal time to visit Hokkaido to experience drift ice and other winter activities?
The optimal time to experience drift ice, such as with the Garinko Ice Floe Cruise, and other unique winter activities like snowmobiling in Hokkaido, is generally during February. The tour specifically highlights that the thrilling snowmobile ride across a frozen lake is limited to departures in February, ensuring prime conditions for these winter spectacles.
4. Is a 3-day tour sufficient to experience Hokkaido's winter highlights, including the Garinko Ice Floe Cruise?
Yes, this 3-day tour is meticulously planned to efficiently showcase Hokkaido's best winter highlights. It allows participants to fully experience the Garinko Ice Floe Cruise, indulge in a luxurious dining experience featuring the three great crabs, visit prominent natural landmarks like Cape Soya and Lake Kutcharo, and enjoy comfortable stays in hot spring hotels, providing a comprehensive winter itinerary.
5. What kind of dining experience, specifically featuring Hokkaido's three great crabs, is offered on this tour?
The tour includes a premium dining experience centered around Hokkaido's renowned three great crabs. You will enjoy a delectable lunch that typically features half a Hokkaido hairy crab, snow crab legs, and king crab. This meal is further complemented by a scallop and salmon roe rice bowl from Oumu, offering a rich taste of local seafood.
6. How is transportation provided to various attractions like Cape Soya and Lake Kutcharo during the Hokkaido winter tour?
Transportation to all specified attractions, including Cape Soya, Lake Kutcharo, and other sightseeing spots on this Hokkaido winter tour, is comprehensively arranged and provided as part of the guided itinerary. This ensures a comfortable and hassle-free travel experience, allowing participants to fully enjoy the scenic routes and destinations without needing to manage their own transport.
7. Can participants experience a snowmobile ride across a frozen lake, and when is this activity available on the Hokkaido tour?
Yes, participants have the opportunity to experience a thrilling snowmobile ride across a frozen lake during this Hokkaido winter tour. This exciting activity is a special feature that is exclusively available for tour departures limited to the month of February, providing a unique adventure amidst the frozen landscape.
8. What type of accommodation is arranged for overnight stays on the Hokkaido winter tour, specifically regarding hot springs?
For overnight stays on the Hokkaido winter tour, participants will be accommodated in hot spring hotels for both nights of the trip. This arrangement provides a relaxing and rejuvenating experience, allowing guests to unwind in the therapeutic waters of local hot springs after a full day of exploring Hokkaido's magnificent winter scenery.
