Licensed by the Irish Aviation Authority, TA 0782
Licensed by the Irish Aviation Authority, TA 0782
Powder snow, steaming onsen and one of the world's great food cultures combine to create a ski holiday found nowhere else but Japan. Begin in Tokyo, where ancient shrines, neon-lit neighbourhoods and remarkable dining set the tone, before continuing north to Niseko for five days on Hokkaido's feather-light powder.
9 nights in Japan, combining 3 nights in Tokyo with 6 nights in Niseko. Includes return Etihad Airways flights, private transfers and internal flights, accommodation at Park Hotel Tokyo and Setsu Niseko, Niseko United lift passes, ski hire, private guiding in Tokyo and on the mountain, plus a Hokkaido culinary experience. From €8,799 per person.
There are few ski holidays that feel as distinctive as winter in Japan. Here, days on the mountain naturally give way to quiet moments in steaming onsen, while lunch might mean bowls of Hokkaido ramen or impeccably prepared seafood rather than mountain classics. The skiing is only one part of a journey shaped equally by craftsmanship, hospitality and food.
Beginning in Tokyo and continuing north to Hokkaido, this itinerary balances the energy of one of the world's great cities with the stillness of Niseko's snow-covered landscapes. Stay at Park Hotel Tokyo before continuing to Setsu Niseko, one of Japan's finest ski retreats, where contemporary design, natural hot springs and refined dining create a memorable base between days on the mountain.
A full day with a private mountain guide introduces Niseko beyond the pistes, revealing hidden powder stashes and quieter terrain while sharing a deeper understanding of the mountain. Combined with Tokyo's cultural contrasts and Hokkaido's rich culinary traditions, this is a journey that lingers long after the snow has melted.
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Arrive in Tokyo and settle into Park Hotel Tokyo before meeting your private guide for an introduction to one of the world's most compelling cities.
Wander beneath the towering torii gates of Meiji Jingu, discover the striking contrast between Harajuku and Omotesandō, then spend time exploring the hidden cafés, independent boutiques and lantern-lit streets that give Tokyo its unmistakable character.
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Japan is unlike any other ski destination. The combination of Tokyo's remarkable cultural contrasts, Niseko's feather-light powder and Hokkaido's outstanding food culture creates a journey that appeals as much to curious travellers as passionate skiers. Travelling with Etihad Airways also provides comfortable overnight connections from Dublin, making Japan a surprisingly accessible winter escape.
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