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An Explosion of Color: Hokkaido Lavender Tour 2026

July 1 - 11, 2026 (9 nights/11 days) escorted from Honolulu

Chitose - Sapporo - Otaru - Asahikawa - Sounkyo - Biei - Furano - Lake Akan - Kushiro - Tokachigawa

JAL economy class: $4,688 pp double/triple occupancy; $5,788 single occupancy

JAL premium economy class: $5,888 pp double/triple occupancy; $6,888 single occupancy

Join us on an adventure to catch the best of Hokkaido in its short window of summer! In combination with gorgeous natural scenery, the comfortable summer weather makes for a perfect time to visit a colorful Hokkaido rich with the sweet aroma of native plants and flowers in bloom. Come along as we explore Sapporo, Otaru, Asahikawa, Sounkyo, Biei, Furano, Lake Akan, Kushiro, and Tokachigawa–we’ve curated a memorable experience that balances sightseeing, shopping, and eating at these wonderful destinations!

A preview of your tour includes: 4 onsen stays; exciting hands-on experience; visits to 2 iconic fish and produce markets, Sunagawa Highway Oasis for the very best omiyage shopping under one roof, Asahikawa Ramen Village to slurp up delectable ramen, the cool Hokkaido Ice Pavilion, Royce’ Cacao Chocolate Town, a ski lift and a ropeway rides, the best viewing spots for gorgeous summer nature, and a nature reserve for the sacred Japanese red-crowned Tancho cran; a sake brewery; a traditional Ainu performance viewing; a boat cruise on Lake Akan, and so much more!

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Your An explosion of color: Hokkaido Lavender Tour 2026 includes:

Round trip airfare via Japan Airlines from Honolulu.
Note: Airline baggage fees are additional and paid directly to the carrier.
9 nights of centrally located accommodations are included.
All sightseeing with a local English-speaking guide throughout the tour.
Admission fees included based on itinerary.
Inflight meals, breakfast daily at your hotel, 3 lunches and 4 dinners.
All transportation via private charter bus.
All tour-related taxes are included in the price.
Panda Travel® escorts throughout your tour.
Reserve with $150 per person deposit, refundable until March 27, 2026.
Final payment due by May 7, 2026. Package is non-refundable after this date.
Special Assistance: You must inform us of any disability/impairment that requires special attention at the time of your making the reservation. We reserve the right to cancel the reservation(s) if the disability/impairment is unsuitable for the tour. You are also responsible for any costs and/or accommodations related to your disability/impairment, such as providing your own travel companion.

Not included in the tour:

Gratuities for local English-speaking guide.
Additional baggage fee charges from the airlines.
Alcohol and soft drinks with meals.

Please note:

A valid passport is required of all U.S. citizens & must be valid at least 6 months from the return tour date. Non-U.S. passport holders must check with the Japanese Consulate to see if a visa is required.
Land tour costs are based on current currency conversion rates, which are subject to change.
Air ticket fare is guaranteed, but taxes, fees and fuel surcharges are subject to change until tickets are issued.
We highly recommend the purchase of trip insurance. Please ask our representatives for more information.
Land Tour Operator is Nippon Travel Agency.

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JAL economy class: $4,688*pp double/triple occupancy; $5,788* single occupancy

JAL premium economy class: $5,888*pp double/triple occupancy; $6,888* single occupancy

Space is Limited!

Flight Schedule:

7/1/26 – Depart Honolulu on Japan Airlines flight 73 at 12:45 pm and arrive in Haneda at 3:55 pm on 7/2.

7/2/26 – Depart Haneda on Japan Airlines flight 527 at 6:40 pm and arrive at New Chitose Airport at 8:15 pm.

7/11/26 – Depart Chitose on Japan Airlines flight 514 at 3:10 pm and arrive in Haneda at 4:50 pm.

7/11/26 – Depart Haneda on Japan Airlines flight 74 at 9:05 pm and arrive in Honolulu at 9:45 am (same day).

Group #13530