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UP Niseko 30% TO FF! PHOTO: ACTION SNOWSPORTS NISEKO Niseko on Hokkaido has exploded in popularity with Australian skiers and boarders over the past 10 years, with spectacular scenery and a huge annual snowfall of 12 metres making it ideal for international travellers. No jetlag thanks to the similar time zone makes it perfect for a shorter overseas snow trip. Niseko offers some of the best après-ski nightlife in Hokkaido boasting excellent traditional Japanese restaurants, fun bars and karaoke rooms. CONFERENCE Critical Care Imaging Interpretation January 4-8. Venue- Hirafu 188 Contact Scott for further details 02 9958 9720 NISEKO PROPERTY LOCATIONS Getting there Airport Chitose 2 hours Return Transfers Scheduled Service (door-to-door service) Adult $110 Child to 12 years $75 Private taxi (based on 2 people) $326pp Terrain 30% 40% 30% Summit 1309m Vertical 1009m Average snowfall 1400cm Lifts 30 Bars and Restaurants 92 Shops 23 RESORT SERVICE THE TRAVELPLAN DIFFERENCE We have the most helpful and professional Japanese Resort staff, who will ensure you have a great Niseko experience. DEALS Ace Family Lift 7 18 Hirafu-Zaka St 19 1 3 13 12 21 2 11 14 4 10 8 Gondola-Zaka St 6 DAY LIFT PASS $416 Kids Ski/Rent FREE To 12 years Kids Ski Free Mar 1 - May 6. Kids Rent Free Mar 1 - Apr 10. Free with adult purchase. Rental is available through Niseko Sports. Valid Dec 12 - Mar 21 Cheaper rates apply for selected properties. 6 17 Youtel St Main St 5 19 Zaka St 9 16 20 15 Early Bird NISS Lessons Up to 10% off! Receive 10% off Group Lessons. Book by Aug 31. Early Bird Ski Rental Up to 30% off! 30% off. Pay by Jul 31. 20% off. Pay by Oct 31. Available through Inski. Hotels and Apartments Up to 30% off! See individual listings for details. 52 For Currency Adjustment Policy see back page or visit www.travelplan.com.au/conditions
KI NISEKO preferred property MAP LOCATION 1 DELUXE Up to 30% off 25% off 2brs. 15% off all other apartments. Book by May 31 30% off Dec & Mar. Book by Jun 30 7 Nights from $1536 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Jan 17-Feb 6 Cost based on Early Bird May 31. Breakfast included for hotel room bookings. Pricing available from Nov 20-Apr 28 Hirafu s newest and best location, less than 100m from the gondola. All rooms and apartments with stunning views, state-of-the-art entertainment systems and kitchens and Satellite TV. onsite onsens, restaurant, café, massage, retail, private ski valet, 24-hr front desk room types Hotel Room, Studio, 1 and 2 Bedroom, Penthouse Apartments YOUTEI TRACKS HOKKAIDO TRACKS preferred property MAP LOCATION 2 DELUXE 15% off. Book by Jun 30 7 Nights from $968 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Standard Apartment. Jan 17-Feb 6 Featuring outstanding views and the latest in cutting edge design and Japanese craftsmanship. This luxury property offers easy lift access and restaurants at your doorstep. Apartments with large open foyers, all with full kitchens, dishwashers, satellite TV, DVD. Most apartments with washers and dryers. Ski Storage plus heated boot storage included at base. onsite ski tuning room with tuning bench and tools room types Studio,1 to 3 Bedroom, Standard, Deluxe, Luxury and Penthouse Apartments YAMA SHIZEN HOKKAIDO TRACKS preferred property MAP LOCATION 3 DELUXE 15% off. Book by Jun 30 7 Nights from $1135 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Deluxe Apartment. Jan 17-Feb 6 Premium apartments located in the village heart of upper Hirafu with easy access to the mountain and close to shops and restaurants. Featuring modern architecture and interiors with full kitchens, spacious living areas and stunning views. Apartments with satellite TV, DVD, washers and dryers. Ski Storage plus heated boot storage included at base. onsite ski room with tuning bench and tools, ski storage, Yama Dining restaurant room types Studio,1 to 3 Bedroom, Deluxe and Luxury Apartments NOZOMI VIEWS preferred property MAP LOCATION 4 DELUXE 15% off. Book by Jun 30 7 Nights from $1454 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Luxury Apartment. Jan 17-Feb 6 Just 150 metres from the Ace Family Lift located on the main street. Opened 2014, these beautiful modern luxury apartments offer the latest in furnishings and fittings and outstanding levels of comfort. Nozomi Views feature open plan kitchens and en-suite bathrooms for every bedroom. onsite drying room, ski lockers room types Studio, 1 to 3 Bedroom, Luxury and Penthouse Apartments NISEKO MUSE preferred property MAP LOCATION 5 DELUXE Up to 10% off 10% off. Book by Jun 30 7 Nights from $1405 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Jan 4-Feb 6. Pricing available from Nov 21-Apr 19 A landmark tower on Main Street, 5 minutes from the Ace Family Lift, Muse comprises of 9 apartments over 6 floors. The apartments are appointed with an abundance of natural materials, with soft earth tones, rich character and texture. Each apartment is fitted out with highest quality European and Japanese brands. onsite ski room room types Studio, 1 to 4 Bedroom, Penthouse Apartments HILTON NISEKO VILLAGE preferred property MAP LOCATION 6 DELUXE Up to 30% off 30% off. Book by Aug 31. 10% off food and beverage for 7+ nights. Add free airport transfers for 10+ nights. Reduced lift passes apply with accommodation bookings 7 Nights from $1282 pp Share 2 in a Hilton Room. Jan 3-Feb 5, excl. Jan 9-11 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 1 Contemporary and luxurious resort hotel, voted Japan s Best Ski Hotel by World Ski Awards. A ski-in/ski-out location and situated right at the south base of the Niseko Annurpuri Mountain with the main gondola outside the hotel onsite indoor and outdoor onsens, fitness centre, massage centre, 4 restaurants, bar, café, games room room types Hilton, Deluxe, Deluxe Panorama, Deluxe King CHECK BEST AVAILABLE PRICE WITH TRAVELPLAN 1300 754 754 For the latest deals subscribe to our enewsletter at www.travelplan.com.au/enewsletter 53
Niseko THE VALE NISEKO MAP LOCATION 7 DELUXE 15% off shoulder and low seasons. Book by May 31 7 Nights from $2359 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Resort View. Jan 2-Feb 17 Breakfast included for hotel room bookings Luxury ski-in/ski-out property. The Vale offers the very best in amenities and services. Some apartments offer private onsens with full mountain vistas. Enjoy the latest in designer interiors coupled with large functional living space. onsite heated outdoor pool, indoor and outdoor onsen, The Vale Bar and Grill, café room types Hotel Room, Studio, 1 to 3 Bedroom, Onsen and Penthouse Apartments SHIKI NISEKO preferred property MAP LOCATION 8 7 Nights from $1558 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Village Apartment. Jan 5-Feb 5 Costs based on Best Available Rates subject to change. Contemporary luxury apartments in a premium resort location, offering self-contained apartments with full kitchens, panoramic views and solid timber flooring. onsite laundry facilities, a Michelin Star Restaurant and gourmet deli, reception and concierge room types Studio, 1 to 3 Bedroom, Penthouse Apartments LOFT NISEKO MAP LOCATION 9 Up to 10% off 10% off. Book by Jun 30 7 Nights from $1444 pp Share 4 in a 3 Bedroom Apartment. Jan 4-23 Costs based on Early Bird. Pricing available from Nov 21-Apr 18 Now in its second season, this boutique luxury property features spectacular views of Mt Youtei, designer interiors and spacious and contemporary apartments Located in the mid village and boasts a dedicated full concierge service including personal transportation to the lifts and around the village. room types 3 Bedroom Apartments NISEKO SETSUMMON APARTMENTS MAP LOCATION 10 15% off. Book by May 31 7 Nights from $1772 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Alpine Deluxe. Jan 2-Feb 17 Costs based on Early Bird. Well designed luxury apartments. Great location in the centre of Hirafu. All apartments with panoramas of night skiing, the town or Mount Youtei. Facilities include washer/dryer, designer interiors, Japanese style bathrooms, full kitchen, flat screen cable TV, stereo system (MP3 friendly), DVD and balconies. onsite drying room room types Studio, 1 to 3 Bedroom, Penthouse Apartments LANDMARK / GONDOLA CHALETS preferred property MAP LOCATION 11/12 Up to 20% off 20% off. Book by Jun 30 7 Nights from $1199 pp Share 4 in a Landmark 2 Bedroom Apartment. Jan 4-Feb 6. Pricing available from Nov 21-Apr 19 Landmark View - offers striking views and located just a short walk to the gondola. Comprises of 47 apartments with views of Mt Youtei. Gondola Chalets - One of the most enviable locations in Hirafu, situated just below the gondola with views of the Hirafu Kogen ski area. Apartments feature full kitchens, satellite TV, high-end fit and finish. onsite ski storage, drying room and reception at Gondola Chalets room types Landmark: 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments Gondola Chalets: 3 to 5 Bedroom Apartments DEEP TRACKS / POWDER TRACKS MAP LOCATION 13/14 15% off. Book by Jun 30 7 Nights from $1001 pp Share 4 in a Powder Tracks 2 Bedroom Standard Apartment.. Valid Jan 17-Feb 6. Deep Tracks - 100m walk to the main gondola with ski-in access. Quality Australian designed apartments with ultra modern interiors and furniture. Powder Tracks - Right in the centre of the village, across the street then ski to the lift. Modern Australian designed apartments with great mountain views. Ski Storage plus heated boot storage included at base. onsite laundry facilities, drying room, ski tuning room room types Deep Tracks: 1 and 2 Bedrooms Powder Tracks: Studio, 1 to 3 Bedrooms 54 For Currency Adjustment Policy see back page or visit www.travelplan.com.au/conditions
KISETSUKAN / HORIZON preferred property MAP LOCATION 15/16 15% off. Book by Jun 30 7 Nights from $699 pp Share 4 in a Horizon 2 Bedroom Standard Apartment.. Valid Jan 17-Feb 6. Horizon - Stylish, independent townhouses, a short walk to the shuttle stop. Each townhouse with a covered balcony and the top floor living provides great views to Mt Youtei through large picture windows. Kisetsukan - Premium resort apartments with lush furnishings, design and spacious open plan layout. Located in the lower village next to the free shuttle. All with terraces. Ski Storage plus heated boot storage included at base. onsite laundry, internal ski room room types Horizon: 1 to 4 Bedrooms Kisetsukan: 1 to 3 Bedroom THE GREEN LEAF MAP LOCATION 17 Up to 20% off 20% off 5+ nights Deluxe Rooms. Book by Jun 30 10% off 5+ nights. 45 day Advance Purchase Reduced lift passes apply with accommodation bookings 7 Nights from $1156 pp Share 2 in a Deluxe Room. Jan 3-Feb 7, excl. Jan 9-11 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 1 Refurbished 3 years ago and inspired by an infusion of world-class design, local artistry and breath-taking scenery. This 200-room destination hotel provides a ski-in/ski-out base, tranquilizing spa and natural open-air onsen and a fantastic variety of bar and dining options. onsite Sakura shop, ski rental, ski valet/lockers, onsen, bars and restaurants room types Deluxe and Corner Suite ALPEN RIDGE MAP LOCATION 18 Up to 10% off 10% off Dec & Mar/Apr. Book by Jul 31 7 Nights from $1844 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Jan 23-Feb 5 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 1 True Ski-in/Ski-out apartments at the base of the Ace Family Chair with fabulous view of the ski hill and Mount Youtei. Features contemporary design and comfort with the convenience of an onsite ski school, rental and retail facility. onsite guest services, retail shops, café, ski lockers room types Studio, 1 to 7 Bedroom Apartments ALPINE APARTMENTS MAP LOCATION 19 MODERATE 15% off Dec & Mar/Apr. Book and Pay by Jul 31 7 Nights from $1430 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Jan 23-Feb 5 Pricing available from Nov 28-Apr 25 Strategically sitting at the base of the Ace Family Lift and ski run, these ski-in/ski-out apartments are built to Canadian standards and the style is pure Whistler. Features high-ceiling spaciousness with warm wood ambience offering views of Mt Youtei and the ski run through the birch trees. onsite drying room, ski room with a tuning bench room types 2 and 3 Bedroom Apartments NISEKO RED SKI HOUSE preferred property MAP LOCATION 20 ECONOMY Up to 10% off Book by Jun 1 for last season s rates 7 Nights from $767 pp Share 2 in a Twin Room Shared Bath. Dec 28-Mar 1 Pricing available from Nov 21-May 5 This modern 10 room Australian owned pension is located in the lower village. It has been renovated extensively and contains a large light filled kitchen, dining area and lounge. Located right next to the bus stop. Perfect for anyone looking for clean, comfortable good value. onsite luggage storage, equipment room, lounge with TV, DVD room types Single, Twin and Triple Rooms with a shared bathroom PENSION BERG MAP LOCATION 21 ECONOMY 7 Nights from $654 pp Share 2 in a Twin Room Shared Bath. Jan 4-Mar 1 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 1 Located on main street, this friendly pension is close to everything. Both Western and Japanese style rooms, all with share bathroom facilities. onsite lounge, ski storage, laundry facilities room types Twin and Triple Rooms with a shared bathroom CHECK BEST AVAILABLE PRICE WITH TRAVELPLAN 1300 754 754 For the latest deals subscribe to our enewsletter at www.travelplan.com.au/enewsletter 55
Furano In the middle of the beautiful Daisetsu-zan National Park is one of Japan s biggest ski resorts with over 950 vertical metres. Home to World Cup events, it offers great variety for all levels, from fantastic new tree runs to long wide cruisers. Enjoy spectacular views to Mt Tokachidake from almost every ski run. With more sunny days and colder temperatures than Hokkaido s other resorts closer to the coast, Furano boasts superb quality snow. Choose from over 80 bars and restaurants in Furano for a great Japanese experience. Getting there Airports Chitose 2 ½ hrs Asahikawa 1 hr Return Transfers Asahikawa to Furano Adult $47 Child 3-12 $27 New Chitose Airport to Furano Adult $89 Child 3-12 $45 Niseko to Furano one way Adult $54 Child 3-12 $27 DEALS Terrain 194ha 40% 40% 20% Summit 1209m Base 245m Vertical 964m Average snowfall 900cm Lifts 15 plus 2 magic carpets Bars and Restaurants at the Kitanomine base area 15 Bars and Restaurants in the town (4kms from base) 65 Resort offers regular resort to town shuttles day and nights up to 9.30pm 6 DAY LIFT PASS - $340 Valid for 1 day at either Kamui or Tomamu 6 day lift pass - $100 for Prince guests FURANO Early Bird Lifts 4 days FREE! For Prince Hotel Guests Free 4 Day lift pass for adults staying 7 nights or longer. Book by Jun 15 NEW FURANO PRINCE HOTEL Up to 4 Nights Free Stay 7 Pay 5, 14 Pay 10. Book by Jul 31 7 Nights from $910 pp Share 2 in a Twin Room. Jan 1-Mar 1 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 1 Kids Ski FREE To 12 years Applies to all guests. One child per adult valid all season Hotels and Apartments Up to 4 nights free! Valid at The New Prince or Furano Prince Hotel Located at the base of Furano Ski area, it offers true ski-in/ski out luxury. It is the only hotel at the base of Furano with the other accommodation and village located at the Kitanomine base. While remote, the New Prince is surrounded by restaurants and bars and is only 10 minutes from the main downtown. onsite 5 restaurants, bars, onsen, kids arcade, ski rental shop, souvenir/general store, Ski School, ski tubing, arts and crafts village room types Hotel Room, Corner Room DELUXE FRESH POWDER APARTMENTS 7 Nights from $1000 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Jan 4-Mar 1 Pricing available from Nov 25-May 5 Luxury apartments ideally located 30m from the Kitanomine gondola. Well-appointed apartments with western kitchens, TV/DVD and PlayStation 3, spa baths, heated toilet and washer/dryer. onsite ski storage, courtesy vehicle room types Studio, 1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments CHALET FUYURI Stay 7 Pay 6, 14 Pay 12. Book by Oct 31 7 Nights from $873 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Dec 18-Feb 21 Pricing available from Nov 25-Apr 1 Conveniently located duplex apartments with ski-in/ ski-out access. Each apartment has breathtaking views of the Tokachidake Mountain ranges and equipped with modern conveniences including a washer/dryer and satellite TV/DVD/CD player. onsite courtesy vehicle room types 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments 56 For Currency Adjustment Policy see back page or visit www.travelplan.com.au/conditions
TSURU APARTMENTS Stay 7 Pay 6, 14 Pay 12. Book by Sep 30 7 Nights from $809 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Dec 19- Mar 1 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 9 Built a few years ago. Located a 5 minute walk from the lifts. Western style apartments complete with full kitchen facilities. The owner runs a restaurant next door for convenience. Facilities include TV, washer/ dryer and full kitchen. onsite courtesy shuttle to lifts each morning room types 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartments PHYTONCIDE GUEST HOUSE MODERATE Stay 7 Pay 6, 14 Pay 12. Book by Aug 31 7 Nights from $944 pp Share 2 in a Twin Room. Dec 1- Mar 1 Pricing available from Dec 1-Mar 1 Exclusive, quiet, modern boutique guest rooms, 100m from the lifts. 6 large Western style rooms with ensuites. High quality meals are a fusion of Western and Japanese styles. onsite restaurant, lounge, ski storage, guest laundry room types Twin Rooms PENSION FURANUI ECONOMY Stay 7 Pay 6, 14 Pay 12. Book by Sep 30 7 Nights from $445 pp Share 2 in a Twin Western Room. Dec 26- Mar 1 Pricing available from Dec 1-Mar 30 Conveniently located minutes from the lifts and a short walk to town. Japanese owned European style lodge with a relaxed and warm ambience. onsite Onsen baths and spa baths, saunas, ski dry room, wax room, beer vending machines, communal lounge room types Western and Japanese Rooms Rusutsu Rusutsu is an upmarket resort on the powder paradise island of Hokkaido only 80km from Sapporo and 90 minutes from Chitose Airport. With a superb modern lift system including 7 express quads and 4 gondolas, it offers plenty of great skiing. Our resort hotel facilities include an indoor wave pool with waterslide, and gondola station for easy access. Getting there Airport Chitose 1½ hours Return Transfers $52 Terrain 169 ha 30% 40% 30% Summit 994m Vertical 594m Lifts 18 Bars and Restaurants 20 Shops 24 DEALS 6 DAY LIFT PASS FREE Book by Jun 30. FREE lifts! FREE lifts with a minimum of 6 nights accommodation from Nov - Feb 21. Book by Jun 30. FREE lifts with a minimum of 3 nights accommodation from Feb 22 - Apr 2. Book anytime. Kids Rent FREE To 12 Years! With the purchase of an adult lift pass and a minimum of 3 nights accommodation at Rusutsu Resort. FURANO AND RUSUTSU RUSUTSU RESORT HOTEL AND TOWER Stay 7 Pay 6, 10 Pay 8 7 Nights from $1408 pp Share 2 in a Standard Room. Jan 11-Feb 1 Pricing available from Nov 21-Apr 3 A full service resort hotel facility offering wide choice of restaurants, shopping, entertainment plus an indoor swimming and wave pool with waterslide. Property offers both standard and deluxe rooms. Ski school reception and rentals located at hotel as well as gondola station to give easy access to the mountain. onsite hot springs, indoor swimming pool/wave pool with waterslide, game world, gym area, reading room, guest laundry, shopping arcade, massage facilities room types Twin Rooms CHECK BEST AVAILABLE PRICE WITH TRAVELPLAN 1300 754 754 For the latest deals subscribe to our enewsletter at www.travelplan.com.au/enewsletter 57
Hakuba is among the best main island resorts, the Hakuba/Nagano region having hosted the Winter Olympics in 1998. It s ideal for combining business and pleasure on the one trip. Among the 9 area resorts to choose from Happo One has some of the highest snowfalls and longest vertical pitches in all of Japan. Due to its altitude, Happo also boasts some breathtaking scenery, and its dry climate makes for fantastic powder skiing conditions. Hakuba Getting there Airport Tokyo 5½ hrs (coach) Return Transfers Narita/Haneda, Tokyo Airports to Hakuba Coach $222 Tokyo to Nagano Rail Pass* $268 *JR East Pass - 5-day Flexi Pass Nagano to Hakuba Public Bus $46 Private taxi $135 (Based on 2 people) One-way Transfer Hakuba to Nozawa Onsen/Shiga Kogen Public bus $70 Terrain 960ha 30% 40% 30% Summit 1831m Vertical 1071m Lifts 102 Average snowfall 11m Bars and Restaurants 75 Shops 40 HAKUBA PROPERTY LOCATIONS HAKUBA 5 4 7 1 2 9 6 3 8 6 DAY LIFT PASS HAKUBA VALLEY $352 Valid at 10 ski resorts: Hakuba Sanosaka, Hakuba Goryu, Hakuba 47, Happo One, Iwatake, Tsugaike, Hakuba Norikura, Hakuba Cortina, Jigatake, Kashimayari HAKUBA GRAND APARTMENTS preferred property MAP LOCATION 1 DELUXE 7 Nights from $2065 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Dec 19-Mar 1 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 22 Newly renovated last season and located in the Wadano area with convenient and comfortable luxury in an idyllic setting. These apartments have well equipped kitchens and spaciously designed with all the modern conveniences with the added benefit of personalised concierge services. onsite drying room, ski storage, concierge service to include transport to lifts/supermarket room types 1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments ALPINE AZUMI APARTMENTS MAP LOCATION 2 DELUXE 7 Nights from $1587 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Jan 24-Feb 7 One of Hakuba s best known ski-in/ski-out addresses, perfectly located at the base of Happo-One. Beautiful architecturally designed apartments with spacious modern interiors and luxurious furnishings, entertainment, washer/dryers. Concierge services are only but a phone call away. onsite drying room, ski storage, concierge service to include transport to lifts/supermarket room types 2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments SKY PARK preferred property MAP LOCATION 3 DELUXE 7 Nights from $1499 pp Share 4 in a 2 Bedroom Apartment. Jan 24-Feb 7 Opened 2 years ago, these apartments offer ski-in/skiout access just metres from the Sakka Quad Express Chair. All apartments with full Western kitchens with island bench, dishwasher and oven, luxury furnishing and floor heating. onsite ski storage and laundry facilities room types 2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments 58 For Currency Adjustment Policy see back page or visit www.travelplan.com.au/conditions
HAKUBA TOKYU HOTEL preferred property MAP LOCATION 4 DELUXE Discounted rates plus 2 Nights Free Stay 7 Pay 6, 14 Pay 12 plus discounted rates. Book by Aug 31 7 Nights from $1157 pp Share 2 in a Standard Twin. Jan 3-Mar 1 Pricing available from Dec 5-Apr 30 The stunning wood and stone interiors of this architecturally impressive, full service hotel epitomise the attention to detail throughout. With enticing French and Japanese restaurants as well as soothing hot springs. onsite hot springs, French and Japanese restaurant, bar lounge, gift shop, ski and snowboard rental room types Standard and Deluxe Rooms PHOENIX HOTEL AND CHALETS preferred property MAP LOCATION 5 - DELUXE Hotel: 15% off. Chalets: 10% off. Pay by Jun 30 7 Nights from $1006 pp Share 2 in a Compact Ensuite Room. Jan 4-Feb 7 Pricing available from Dec 10-Apr 1 Luxury property located in the Wadano area of Happo One. This property has been stylishly remodelled with 15 well-appointed rooms, featuring plasma TVs, Cable TV, ipod docks and the very best in Japanese bedding. Complimentary pick ups from around town upon request. onsite restaurant, indoor onsen, steam sauna, massage room room types Hotel - Compact, Standard Superior Rooms. Chalets - 2 to 4 Bedroom Chalets LA NEIGE HIGASHIKAN MAP LOCATION 6 Stay 7 Pay 6, 14 Pay 12 valid Dec, Mar-Apr Advance Purchase 90 days prior to arrival 7 Nights from $1586 pp Share 2 in a Standard Room. Jan 4-Mar 1 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 29 Located at the base of Happo-One, 5 minutes to the closest lifts at the Sakka ski area. Small, boutique hotel with 22 individually styled rooms. Quiet, comfortable and contemporary, the rooms combine lush, warm and modern accents with large open style bathrooms onsite: courtesy car service, restaurant, bar, massage, Spicy Ski Rental, babysitting services available room types Standard, Deluxe, Corner Deluxe, Junior Suite, Log Cottage MOMINOKI HOTEL preferred property MAP LOCATION 7 MODERATE - Up to 10% off 10% off Standard Rooms. Book by Sep 30 7 Nights from $917 pp Share 2 in a Standard Room. Jan 3-Mar 1 Conveniently located at the base of the mountain, this elegant Western style hotel offers a high level of accommodation and service. Comfortable wellappointed hotel rooms are superbly furnished. Hot springs located in the hotel are among the best in Japan. onsite coffee shop, spacious lounge bar area, coin laundry, 3 restaurants, massage services room types Standard, Family, Superior, Wa-Yo Rooms HAKUBA HOTEL GORYUKAN MAP LOCATION 8 MODERATE Discounted rates plus 2 Nights Free Stay 7 Pay 6, 14 Pay 12 plus discounted rates. Book by Sep 30 7 Nights from $720 pp Share 2 in a Standard Room. Jan 4-Mar 1 Costs based on Early Bird. Spectacular views of the Northern Alps with large open lobby lounge area staring directly at the ski slopes, this is a very comfortable Japanese Ryokan Hotel offering a good selection of facilities and very hospitable staff. Located on the outskirt of the Happo Village and only a 5 minute flat walk from the closest lift on Happo. onsite indoor/outdoor onsen, sauna, beauty salon facilities room types Standard, Wa-Yo, Oriental Tatami Rooms HOTEL DE LAILE MAP LOCATION 9 MODERATE 7 Nights from $660 pp Share 2 in a Standard Room. Jan 4-Mar 1 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 1 A smaller hotel located on the slopes of Happo One. This ski-in/ski-out hotel is only a 4 minute walk to the lift access. It comprises of 35 clean and comfortable rooms. The restaurant offers a selection of Japanese, French and Italian meals. onsite restaurant and coffee lounge, natural hot springs, karaoke rooms, limited ski and snowboard rentals room types Standard and Wa-Yo Rooms CHECK BEST AVAILABLE PRICE WITH TRAVELPLAN 1300 754 754 For the latest deals subscribe to our enewsletter at www.travelplan.com.au/enewsletter 59
Nozawa Onsen Nozawa Onsen is a classic ski resort that has expanded into one of the largest ski areas in Japan. Serviced by more than 50km of trails and catering for all levels of skiers/riders. The bustling village exudes Japanese spirit and culture with its beautiful old streets, regular festivals and more than 30 public hot springs. 6 DAY LIFT PASS $237 Valid all season. Getting there Airport Tokyo 5½ hrs (coach) Return Transfers Narita/Haneda, Tokyo Airports to Nozawa Onsen Coach $253 Tokyo to Nagano Rail Pass* $268 *JR East Pass 5-day Flexi Pass Nagano to Nozawa Onsen Public bus $42 Private taxi $156 (based on 2 people) One-way Transfer Nozawa Onsen to Hakuba Public bus $70 Terrain 40% 30% 30% Summit 1650m Terrain over 50km of trails Average snowfall 11m Lifts 102 Vertical 1085m Lifts 20 Bars and Restaurants 40 NOZAWA ONSEN RYOKAN SAKAYA 7 Nights from $1329 pp Share 2 in a Compact Room. Dec 19-Mar 1 The premier Japanese style Ryokan hotel in Nozawa Onsen. The ultimate Japanese experience. Enjoy the exquisite level of service and exceptional food. The hotel s thermal hot spring is among the best in Japan. onsite traditional Japanese restaurants, bar and lounge areas, indoor/outdoor hotsprings, saunas, ski rentals preferred property room types Japanese Compact, Standard, Deluxe Rooms ADDRESS NOZAWA APARTMENTS 7 Nights from $1262 pp Share 2 in a Standard Studio. Dec 12-Mar 1 preferred property Located in the village centre, an 8-minute walk to the gondola, apartments offer stylish boutique and modern facilities. Large Western apartments with fully equipped kitchenettes and flat-screen cable TVs. onsite concierge, luggage storage, ski lockers, laundry facilities, safe room types Japanese Room, Studio, Suites RYOKAN JON NOBI 7 Nights from $1131 pp Share 2 in a Twin Room. Dec 19-Mar 1 Traditional style upmarket Ryokan property recently refurbished into a charming Japanese Inn. Features include 6 separate natural onsen baths. A wide variety of rooms with both tatami and futon bedding options. onsite traditional Japanese restaurant, Teppanyaki counter, 6 onsens, bar lounge with entertainment areas preferred property room types Western, Japanese Tatami, Deluxe Rooms NOZAWA GRAND HOTEL 7 Nights from $1118 pp Share 2 in a Compact Twin Room. Jan 4-Apr 28 excl. Jan 10, Mar 20 Pricing available from Dec 1-Apr 28 Fabulous full-service property recently totally refurbished offering the best of Japanese and Western accommodations. Elegantly designed hotel utilizing modern Japanese architectural accents. onsite indoor and outdoor natural hot springs, sauna, ski and snowboard rentals MODERATE room types Western Compact, Japanese Standard, Deluxe Wa-Yo Rooms 60 For Currency Adjustment Policy see back page or visit www.travelplan.com.au/conditions
Shiga Kogen Shiga Kogen is by far the largest ski resort in Japan, with 21 interlinked resorts all on one lift ticket! Shiga covers a huge area and offers a great diversity of natural terrain. Snow conditions and quality are superb and Shiga has one of the longest seasons in Japan. The extensive lift network enable skiers and snowboarders to easily move around from one resort to the next. A shuttle bus system running non-stop between resorts can also be used for getting between resorts. 6 DAY LIFT PASS $330 Valid all season. Getting there Airport Tokyo 5 hrs Return Transfers Narita/Haneda, Tokyo Airports to Shiga Kogen Coach $295 Tokyo to Nagano - Rail Pass* $268 *JR East Pass 5-day Flexi Pass Nagano to Shiga Kogen Public bus $55 Private taxi $169 (based on 2 people) One-way Shiga Kogen to Hakuba Public bus $70 Terrain 30% 40% 30% Summit 2300m Terrain over 80km over 21 interlinked resorts Average snowfall 11m Vertical 950m Lifts 75 Bars and Restaurants 9 Shops 6 GRAND HOTEL PHOENIX OKUSHIGA 7 Nights from $1580 pp Share 2 in a Standard Room. Jan 4-Mar 19 excl. Jan 10, Feb 11 Pricing available from Dec 4-Apr 27 Beautiful property positioned perfectly at the base of Oku-Shiga and offers unrivalled services. The interior is a natural mix of quality timbers and stone work complemented with European style furnishings. Spacious lounge area with vaulted ceiling, fireplace and panoramic views. Larger than normal Japanese hotel rooms. preferred property onsite 2 restaurants, pool, onsen, saunas, shops room types Standard, Deluxe and Special Rooms DELUXE OKUSHIGA KOGEN HOTEL 7 Nights from $1029 pp Share 2 in an Annex Superior Twin. Jan 8-Apr 28 One of the highest elevated ski resort hotels in Japan, at 1600m the hotel provides direct ski-in/ski-out access. Architecturally designed with breathtaking views over the Shiga National Park. Rooms are modern with Japanese elements. onsite 3 restaurants, cocktail lounge, public bath, ski lockers, ski and board rental room types Annex Superior, Suite, Main Building SHIGA KOGEN SHIGA KOGEN PRINCE HOTEL Discounted rates plus 2 Nights Free Stay 7 Pay 6, 14 Pay 12 plus discounted rates. Book by Sep 30 7 Nights from $849 pp Share 2 in a Twin Room-West Wing. Jan 3-Mar 31 Pricing available from Dec 18-Mar 31 Ski-in/ ski-out resort hotel at the base of the Yakebitaiyama ski area. There is a total of 690 rooms in three separate wings with spacious rooms in the east wing and compact standard lodging in the west wing. There are a variety of restaurants and cuisines to choose from. MODERATE onsite large outdoor hot springs, massage salons, karaoke rooms, convenience stores and day nursery, 6 restaurants and bars, ski and snowboard rentals ski storage room types Standard, Family, West and East Wing Rooms HOTEL ALPENBURG Discounted rates plus 2 Nights Free Stay 7 Pay 6, 14 Pay 12 plus discounted rates. Book by Sep 30 7 Nights from $1095 pp Share 2 in a Standard Double Room. Jan 3-Apr 3, dinner Pricing available from Dec 12-Apr 3 Charming and picturesque property, with absolute ski-in/ski-out access right from the front door. With stunning alpine scenery and the best of traditional warm Japanese hospitality, this property will certainly leave you with a lasting impression. preferred property onsite indoor pool, spa, indoor and outdoor hot springs, restaurant, bar and coffee lounge, ski and board rentals room types Standard, Deluxe and Special Rooms For the latest deals subscribe to our enewsletter at www.travelplan.com.au/enewsletter 61