J3travel.com ::: Tour Package - 6D5N Beautiful Hokkaido by JAL

Day 01 : Depart for Tokyo [JL722 SIN KIX 2315HRS / 0620HRS+1]
Meet our tour representative at the JAL counter (Changi Airport, Terminal 1), two hours before flight departure for check-in procedures. Then it's off to Tokyo for your flight to Hokkaido.

Day 02 : Kansai Airport Arrival - Connect Domestic Flight to Sapporo Airport
Upon arrival in Kansai Airport, connect to domestic on your own for Chitose Airport. Free and easy upon arrival
Accommodation: Mitsui Urban Hotel

Day 03 : Furano - Ginga Falls - Ryusei Falls (B/L/D)

After breakfast, start your day to Furano. Furano welcomes you with beautiful wide space of natural wonders. Soak in the plentiful and colorful summer sights. Insounkyo area, the largest hot spring area in Daisetsuzan, you will marvel at the Ginga * Ryusei Falls - locally cherished as "the husband & wife" falls. View the graceful 120-meter high waterfalls that flow like shining silver threads. Enjoy photo taking to your heart's content. At day's end, we will stay at the Sounkyo Hotspring Hotel. Relax yourself in the traditional hot spring or "Onsen" available in the hotel.

Accommodation: Sounkyo Hot spring Hotel or similar.

Day 04 : Otokoyama Sake Factory - Otaru Canal - Kitaichi Glass & Music Box Museum - Sapporo Meiji Clock Tower - Odori Park - Underground Shopping Mall - Suskino - Ramen Street (B/L/D)

After breakfast, we will tour Otokoyama Sake Factory which has a 330-year history of brewing some of the best sake in Japan. It has won the gold prizes in the various contest. The next stop at Otaru, Canal will take you into the rich past of Hokkaido. The rustic charm of the canal area will capture your heart. Next, we will visit the famous Kitaichi Glass Complex reputed for its antique lamps and hand blown glassware. Also the tour will take you to Otaru Orgel Doh, a red brick building bousing the Otaru Music Box Museum for over a century. Then it's time to pause at the Sapporo Meiji Clock Tower before heading for Odori Park - the symbol of Sapporo city. Centrally located, it is a beautiful place with lots of flowerbeds and serves as the venue for the annual Sapporo Snow Festival. Shopping is next! We go to the Underground Shopping Mall and take in the bright lights of Susukino, the entertainment area of Sapporo. Oh yes! The Ramen Street awaits you as well, Ramen anyone?
Accommodation : APA Hotel or similar.

Day 05 : Ainu Folk Village - Noboribetsu Spa Valley - Mt Showa Shinsan - Bear Ranch - Lake Toya (B/L/D)
After breakfast, we head for the traditional Ainu Folk Village - for culture, handicrafts and souvenirs to take home. Noboribetsu Spa Valley holds scenic beauty as well as open areas to view sulphurous fumes spewing out of crevices. Nearby, the area around Mt Showa Shinsan is an exciting place to take in more great sights. Before going up the ropeway to the summit for a panoramic view of the surrounding areas, there are some nice shops and a small museum showcasing the history of this history of this volcanic area of Showa Shinsan. Feed the bears at the Bear Ranch - the bears will be waving for your attention. Next, Lake Toya beckons with heer splendors - her calm and scenic lake area. You will marvel at a group of small islands, Nakano-shima, "Floating" in the middle of Lake Toya. Take in all the views and bring home some great photos of the lake.
Accommodation : Sun Palace or similar.

Day 06 : Depart for Singapore via Kansai Airport (B) [JL721 KIX SIN 1300 / 1850HRS]
We'll arrange for your transfer to Chitose Airport for Singapore via Kansai Airport.

Departure Date (Flight detail is subject to confirmation):
Flight	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep
JL722	10, 21, 16	10, 17, 26	2, 17, 23	7, 19, 31	3, 21	3, 15, 21, 29
JL721*

*School Holidays: 25th May - 21st Jun 07, 31st Aug - 06th Sep 07

Package Prices :
Per Person (S$)	Adult Twn / Trp	Adult Single	Child Twn/Trp	Child No Bed
Weekday	1798	2128	1658	1448
Weekend	1848	2178	1708	1488
- Weekday Departure: Mon - Thu - Weekend Departure: Fri, Sat & Sun - Maximum 4 persons (mixture of adult & child) in a room - For adult occupancy only: maximum 3 adults in a room - Above rates are exclude all applicable taxes & subject to change without prior notice.

Remarks:

Surcharge School Holidays : S$50 per person.
Domestic Fare Embargo Period Surcharge: Based on Published Fare [ 09 Aug 07 - 20 Aug 07 ]
Deviation Surcharge : Point to Point of S$50 per pax & Open-Jaw of S$100 per pax
Flight deviation request is strictly subject to availability
Hotel Extension subject to availability & confirmation
Itinerary, meals and flight schedule is subject to changes without prior notice.

Terms & Conditions :

Tour Inclusion
The package / tour include Economy class air transportation where indicated. All fares and fare rules are subject to change by the airlines. Any increase in fare will be added to the tour price and borne by passenger.
Meal
Meals will be provided as specified in the tour itinerary.
Hotel Accommodation
All hotel accommodations are on two persons sharing a twin-bedded room. For passenger travelling alone, single supplement is chargeable. A maximum of 3 persons (adult or child) is allowed to accommodate into 1 room. A family of 2 adults & 2 children (below 12 years) in 1 room are strictly subject to availability & on request only (as some hotels do not allow 4 passengers in 1 room).
Exclusions
The package / tour / extension prices exclude laundry, room services, unspecified meals or tours, beverages, porterages, excess baggage insurance, taxes, tipping & all other items of a personal nature.
Taxes
Local airport departure taxes and any additional city development/construction fees imposed by the local government are not included in the tour price. Gratuity is recommended and customary.
Programmes, tour prices, services & conditions are correct as the time of publication but are subjected to revision without notice in the event of unforeseen circumstances like currency fluctuations, increase in hotel rates, air fares, local taxes, etc. Actual prices, programmes, service & conditions will be given at the time of booking confirmation.
Request For Extension of stay / Return flight
An extension of stay at the end of the tour is permitted, subjected to the maximum validity & air ticket restrictions (applicable to booking with airfare included as part of the tour fare). Any additional charge imposed by the airlines or operators will be borne by tour member. Flight & accommodation reservations during your extended stay should be made prior to the booking of the tour. Extensions are at passenger own expense and transfers will not be provided.
Special Requests
If there be any special request regarding special meals, dietary requirements, adjoining rooms etc, feel free to inform us upon booking. Such requests are subject to confirmation & availability. Please confirm your requests with our office at least 7 days prior to departure.
Group Size
All tours require a minimum number of 10 adult participants (for series Tours) to operate or a minimum number of 30 adult participants (for Incentive group) to operate.

JALSelect Tour reserves the right to change the departure date of any trip, as well as cancel any trip or optional extension that does not reach a minimum level of participation. If The Organizer changes a departure date for any Group Tour to another departure date that departs within 7 days from the original departure, cancellation penalties as described in this document still apply should you subsequently decide to cancel. If The Organizer cancels any optional extension for which you are booked, cancellation penalties as described in this document still apply should you subsequently decide to cancel the base (main) portion of your trip.
Deposit & Payment
The following deposit payment of $500 per person is required upon booking. Please note that payment of deposit does not constitute confirmation of tour. Full-payment inclusive of all taxes are required and paid not later than 14 days prior to departure after confirmation or at the time of booking if booking is made within 14 days of tour departure date. Failure to comply with this may result in an automatic cancellation of your reservation & forfeiture of your deposit.
Late Booking Procedure
Booking made less than 10 days prior to departure are considered late bookings and required full payment upon tour confirmation.
Booking Procedure
The Tour Booking Form issued by The Organizer must be completed and sent to JALSelect Tour Desk (the Organizer) by FAX 6-221-4798 at least 3 weeks prior to proposed departure date.

The Tour Booking form is subject to any &/or all tariffs & terms of conditions under which any accommodation, transportation & other services whatsoever are provided by hotels, transport companies, airlines, railroad lines, steamship lines, owners or contractor concerned.
In supplement to our terms & conditions, additional charges that stipulated by the respective tour operators & other travel suppliers would be enforced.

By acceptance of such exchange orders, receipt, contract & tickets, the passenger is deemed to have agreed on the following:
(a) Every person participating in any tour / holiday organized by The Organizer shall be regarded as carrying his own risk with respect to loss or injury to person or property.
(b) The passenger accepts full responsibility for losses & expenses due to delay, sickness, weather, strikes, war, quarantine or acts of God.
(c) The Organizer, their employees or agents assisting or collaborating with them is not liable for any loss, injury, accident, damage, delay or expense which may arise in anyway whatsoever during the tour / holiday.
The Organizer is only an acting agent for the holiday components & will not be held responsible for any charges, acts of discretion or inconvenience caused by suppliers & sales agents.
(d) In no case shall The Organizer or their employees or agents be held liable for any causes outside their reasonable control or from any act or omission of the customer.

It is the passenger's own responsibility to obtain a passport valid for at least 6 months from date of departure & visa (if required) for the country to be visited. Please consult your local consulate/embassy on visa requirements. The Organizer cannot be held responsible or liable for any expenses, reimbursement or refund of tour prices if any passenger is deported or refused entry by any country before departure or during the tour for whatsoever reason, including but not limited to non-possession of necessary visa.

Passenger, whom require special medical attention during the tour for reasons of chronic disease, general illness, pregnancy or physical handicap, need to advise the Organizer when applying for the tour. Certified Medical certification issued by certified medical authorizes that passenger is deeming fit to travel.
Medical Issue
Medical advice must be given to The Organizer in writing, at or prior to booking, of any physical, emotional or mental condition, which may require professional attention during the trip or may require the use of special equipment. If passenger fail to disclose any such conditions, The Organizer reserves the right to refuse to allow passenger to take the trip and passenger will forfeit the trip cost; and in such event The Organizer shall have no liability, financial or otherwise.
If passenger is so challenged, passenger must bring and be responsible for all necessary items related to their own condition. If any such condition arises after the trip is booked, medical advice must be given in writing immediately. Failure to advise shall release The Organizer and all professional personnel from any liability related to such condition or its treatment.
Passenger's health and safety during tour is The Organizer first concern, but The Organizer is not a medical facility. Passenger should be in good health to participate in Group Tours.
The Organizer is not responsible for the costs of any medical treatment that passenger may require during the tour. Under no circumstances is The Organizer responsible for the quality of medical care, or lack thereof, passenger may receive while on the trip.
Cancellation Policy
Notification of cancellation of booking must be made in writing & received by The Organizer to be effective & to avoid any misunderstanding.
Any cancellation per booking will result in the following cancellation fees levied as accordingly:
Prior To Departure Date (Including Child / Infant)
More than 14 days - Forfeiture of deposit or 20% of total tour fare, whichever is higher
Between than 14 days till 8 Days - 50% of total tour fare
On / Less than 7 days - 100% of total tour fare
Personal Travel Insurance is strongly recommended.

If cancellation is due to the rejection / non-approval of visas by the relevant authorities, a full refund of all monies paid will be made if the result of the rejection is made known to the Organizer at least 14 working days prior to tour departure.

However, if less than 14 working days but more than 07 working days notice is given, an administrative of $50 / per person will be imposed.

If less than 07 working days notice is given, the relevant cancellation charges as stated in this condition will apply. This is applicable for all parties in the same booking if in the event that the entire booking has to be cancelled due to only 1 person whose visa has not been granted & is unable to travel.
Administrative / Amendment fee
An administrative fee of $50 per person per amendment will be charged for any alteration in the tour package contents upon confirmation. All amendments are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed.
In addition, the following administrative charges apply upon issuance of tickets:
- Change of flight or date before flight departure - $75 / passenger will be charge & passengers must pay any applicable fare difference that may be incurred.
- Refund on tickets - $150 / passenger will be charge
- Refund on tickets without flight cancellation - $250 / passenger will be charge
Unused Tour Arrangements
No refunds or exchange will be made for any missed or unused ground services, hotel accommodations or meals when clients choose not to use the relevant services. Packages are offered as one rate and one inclusive packages.
Complaints
Any complaints/claims have to be made in writing within 06 days from the date of return. No responsibility is accepted in respect of any complaints/claims that are made after 06 days return. All claims must be accompanied.

Any and all claims for refunds must be made only to the original reservations office.
NO other person, office, guide, agent or representative is authorized to promise or to make refunds, or to promise or make any change or alteration of these Terms and Conditions. All claims must be made within 06 days following completion of the tour. To be considered, a claim must be accompanied by a written authorization from our overseas agents and/or hotels.
Itinerary Changes
The Organizer reserves the right to alter any route, itinerary & / or accommodation without prior notice to passenger if it shall in its sole & absolute discretion think this fit.

The Organizer reserves the right to cancel the tour or revise its contents and service for any of the following reasons : natural calamity or disaster, weather conditions, civil unrest, suspension of service rendered by transport or accommodation, provision of transportation not based on the original operational plan, governmental orders, or other circumstances beyond The Organizer's control.
Liability And Exemptions
The Organizer shall not compensate for damages and/or losses incurred by clients during the tour as stipulated in provision if any of the following reasons apply:
(a) Natural disaster, war, civil unrest, and alteration or cancellation of tour itinerary due to such causes.
(b) Cessation of services related to transportation or accommodation facilities, and tour itinerary alteration or cancellation owing to such causes.
(c) Orders of either Japanese or foreign governments, immigration regulations, and isolation resulting from infectious diseases, and tour itinerary alteration or cancellation owing to such causes.
(d) Accidents occurring during the client's free activities
(e) Food Poisoning
(f) Theft or Loss of passport or other personal item
(g) Delays, changes of schedule and route in relation to transportation facilities, and tour itinerary alterations and/or shortened stays at destinations owing to such causes

If any limitation and exemptions contained herein are legally unenforceable, then in such event, The Organizer shall not be liable for any claim by the tour member for loss or damage arising from any cause whatsoever if it is not proved by such tour member to have been caused by the negligence or breach of contract. In any event, the liability of The Organizer shall in all cases each tour member not exceeding 50 percent of tour price in respect of any loss or damage suffered by the tour member.
Right To Reject
The Organizer reserves the right to cancel or withdraw any itinerary or booking made for a client. The Organizer also has the right to decline acceptance or retain any member as a member of the tour if it appears that such person (s) is likely to endanger the health or safety, or impair the comfort & enjoyment of others while on the tour.
No Variation of Conditions
These conditions cannot be altered or waived except by written agreement between the passenger and The Company.

Terms & Conditions Apply