Japan Snow Packages 2012 - Ski holidays in Japan! Japan's crystal wonderland beckons! Wild fun on the snow slopes.

Japan Snow Packages 2012, experience the finest powder snow in Japan!
Japan offers some of the most amazing skiing and snowboarding in the world because its excellent powder conditions, varied & challenging terrain, literally hundreds of resorts and natural 'onsen' hot springs to soak in after a day on the slopes. For at least four months every year Japan has some of the best and most reliable snowfalls in the world.

Japan Package offers great value packages for skiing and snowboarding in Japan so why don't you try Japan's winter for your next holiday?

Chilly winds from Siberia translate to heaps of quality powder snow being dumped on Hokkaido from November to April. The Thohoku, Nagano and Niigata areas on Honshu also receive consistent high quality snow throughout the season.

Hokkaido Tracks's luxurious portfolio of Condo Hotels, Condominiums and apartments are all situated in the heart of Niseko, Conveniently located close to the all the action and Niseko nightlife.

Experience Exceptional
Hokkaido Tracks Holidays strive to provide exceptional experiences for every guest that holidays here with us, with the highest levels of personal service delivered by professional and passionate people, in properties of enduring value with superior design and finishes.

As standard all packages include :

• 7 Nights Accommodation
• 6 Days All Mountain Lift Pass
• Return Transfer from Sapporo Airport to Niseko

Bonus discount airfare is available when purchased in conjunction with our snow packages. Save up to $232 per person as economy class. * These fares are based on the cheapest booking class which may not always be available.

Many powder hunters flock to the northern island of Hokkaido each winter in search of spectacular deep powder, off-piste runs and challenging terrain. Hokkaido is the coldest and most northern Japanese island and receives some of the best snow there is. Probably the most popular resort in Hokkaido is Niseko, a resort that is fast becoming well-known with skiers and snowboarders throughout the world.

It is the perfect opportunity to soak in the steaming water and enjoy the breathtaking snow-scape. Niseko is not only well known for its powder snow but also hot springs. Hotel Niseko Ikoino-Mura is famous for its rotenburo or open-air hot spring. Furthermore, Niseko is close to other famous hot spring areas such as Konbu-Onsen or Yukichichibu where you can enjoy a leisurely soak.

Lowest package price	Package includes	Available Snow Reosrts
JPY69,800 (Alpine Central Lodge)	► 7 Nights Accommodation in Niseko ► Return Shuttle Bus Between New Chitose Airport and Niseko ► 6 Days All Mountain Lift Pass	► Niseko Grand Hirafu ► Niseko Annupuri Kokusai ► Niseko Village

Hakuba is arguably the most popular winter sports region in Honshu and is home to a number of snow resorts set against an impressive mountain backdrop. There are a number of resorts lined up along a 30km stretch of mountains. More than 200 runs to suit skiers and boarders of all ability levels. A seasonal average of 10 plus meters of snow. Hakuba Alpen Resort is Hakuba's big 3 ski resorts, Happo-one, Hakuba Iwatake and Tsugaike Kogen. Hakuba Alpen Resort lift tickes are available to use any time throughout the long Hakuba winter ski season. You can ski all the three ski areas on the same pass on the same day! Free Shuttle buses connect the ski areas!

When you gaze at the mountains in the Hakuba valley, you will see why this resort stands apart from the rest. Huge 3,000 meter high jagged peaks tower above the town below. To stand on top of these snow covered mountains and gaze at the valley below is awe-inspiring and the views are postcard worthy. Indoor and open air public hot springs, foot spas and hotel hot springs, are great for relaxing and rejuvenating after a day our on the mountain, and will make your stay all the more worthwhile. Hakuba Ski Jumping Stadium and the Winter Olympic Memorial Museum will remind you of the 1998 Nagano Winter Olympic Games. You can go up to the top observation deck of the jumping hills to look over the jumper's area of flight and view the town below.

• Snow Monkeys
Since 1964, Jigokudani yaenkoen loved by many people in all over the world. Jigokudani Yaenkoen as a place where the interesting the mode of life of the Japanese Monkey can be observed nearby, and as a place of Monkey’s Onsen.

Last Minutes Special is available! (For more details please contact us)

Lowest package price	Package includes	Available Snow Reosrts
JPY81,650 (Yamano Hotel, Hakuba High Mount Hotel and Sports Hotel Terry)	► 7 Nights Accommodation in Hakuba ► 7 Breakfasts & 1 Dinner ► 6 Days Hakuba Aplen Resort Pass ► Snow Monkeys & Zenkoji Temple Tour (Every Tue & Sat : 24 Dec 2011 - 10 Mar 2012 only, except 31 Dec & 03 Jan)	► Happo One ► Tsugaike ► Hakuba Iwatake

Nozawa Onsen village is located at the foot of Mt. Kenashi. The snow resort offers modern facilities to skiers and snowboarders but Nozawa Onsen village strives to maintain a traditional atmosphere. Nozawa Onsen has always been at the top of the Japanese skiing scene, and more recently snowboarding. It was the first place in the country to install ski lifts and also holds numerous major skiing and snowboarding tournaments. It was also the host for the Biathalon competitions at the Nagano Olympics.

In the centre of Nozawa Onsen you can see white steam rising up from almost everywhere, enabling you to feel the warmth of this village of hot springs. There are more than 30 sources of natural hot springs in Nozawa Onsen. The 13 cooperative spas called 'Soto-yu' are assets shared by the village and have been protected since ancient times by a system known as 'Yu-nakama' which means spa group. Remarkably 'Soto-yu' are free of charge, so enjoy!

Lowest package price	Package includes	Available Snow Reosrts
JPY104,800 (Nozawa Onsen Hotel)	► 7 Nights Accommodation in Nozawa Onsen ► 7 Breakfasts ► 6 Days All Mountain Lift Pass	► Nozawa Onsen

With 21 ski fields, 70 lifts and more than 80 courses, Shiga Kogen is the biggest snow resort in Japan and caters for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. It is located in the Joshinetsu National Park and blessed with powder snow equal to Hokkaido in quality .There is no doubt you will enjoy skiing and unwinding at Shiga Kogen.

Shiga Kogen has seven hot springs: Kumanoyu, Kidoike, Hotaru, Shigayama, Takamagahara, Hoppo and Makuiwa. It also has breathtaking scenery most notably the beautiful view of the North Alps, snow monsters, and the setting sun over the sea of clouds. A range of events, including snowshoe hiking are held during winter. And don't miss the famous snow monkeys in the rock baths at Jigokudani Moneky Park.

Lowest package price	Package includes	Available Snow Reosrts
JPY97,400 (Hotel Sunroute Shiga Kogen)	► 7 Nights Accommodation in Shiga Kogen ► 7 Breakfasts ► 6 Days All Mountain Lift Pass	► Shiga Kogen

APPI is located in latitude 40° N where world's famous ski resorts such as Austria's Arlberg and USA's Aspen are located. APPI Kogen snow resort is on the Mt. Maemori (1,305m) and Mt. Nishimori (1,328m) in the Hachimantai National Park. Most slopes are facing north side that keeps snow conditions well because of lesser direct sun hitting on slopes during the day. Also, well-known Aspirin snow (light and fine snow flakes) makes skiers and snowboarders enjoy riding from early December till early May. Starting with the longest run of "Yamabato" Run (5,500m) for beginners, APPI Kogen snow resort proudly have the large scale of 21different terrains that are similar to Europe's and America's resorts for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.

APPI Kogen has a lot of long runs compared to other ski resorts in Japan. You can enjoy the most of runs from the peak to the bottom area. Also, the radial shape of course layout smoothly goes down to the base area so that you can enjoy very long runs such as 2, 3 km or longer. Moreover, because the best quality of the snow and detailed course maintenance make less stress from the snow, you might be less tired after long time of riding.

Early bird price is available! Book and pay by 30th of November 2011 for savings of 10%! (For more details please contact us)

Lowest package price	Package includes	Available Snow Reosrts
From JPY89,800 (Hotel APPI Grand)	► 7 Nights Accommodation in APPI Kogen ► 7 Breakfasts ► 6 Days All Mountain Lift Pass ► 30% Discount Coupon for Ski & Board Rental Equipments	► APPI Kogen

• Snow Festival 2012 - 18 Feb 2012 - 26 Feb 2012 (9 days)

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The Myoko Kogen Snow Resort is made up of nine mountains, Myoko Akakura, Ikenotaira Onsen, Myoko Suginohara, Seki Onsen, Kyukamura, Myoko Ski Park, Myoko Pine Valley, Madarao Kogen and Tnagram Ski Circus, all with their own distinctive features. With great quality powder snow, high level bumps, refreshing long runs and a kid's park for small children, the Myoko Kogen Snow Resort has something for all skiers.

Founded in 1930s, Myoko is one of the oldest established ski areas in the world. In its rich history, you have an ideal holidays to enjoy a total Japan ski resort experience. Onsen (hot springs) is a place to unwind: Myoko Onsen, Akakura Onsen, Suginosawa Onsen, Seki Onsen, and more. You can also visit historical monuments, the excavation museum or the Ukiyoe museum.

• 3 Weeks Myoko Super Big 4 Lift Pass is available for this winter! Price JPY35,000
A discounted price lift pass for all four Myoko Kogen area snow resorts, ideal for persons staying from 8 to 21 nights in Myoko. The period of use begins from the first day of your stay in Myoko.

Lowest package price	Package includes	Available Snow Reosrts
From JPY65,790 (Kogakuro)	► 7 Nights Accommodation in Myoko Kogen ► 7 Breakfasts ► 6 Days All Mountain Lift Pass	► Myoko Kogen

Inawashiro is a large resort complex of 6 separate ski areas, all interconnected by shuttle bus and skiable on one lift pass. Inawashiro is located in  Fukushima prefecture in northern Japan (2.5 hour from Tokyo Station by Shinkansen). Every standard of skier and snowboarder will be pleasantly surprised here. Not only is there fantastic skiing and boarding at this integrated resort complex, but there are also many hot springs, sightseeing spots... and being so close to Tokyo, incorporate some shopping in your ski holiday to Japan.

Lake Inawashiro is the fourth-largest lake in Japan, located in the middle of Fukushima, south of Mt Bandai. It is also known as the 'Sky Mirror Lake'. Lake Iwanashiro is said to have the cleanest water in Japan. In winter swans migrate to the beaches of the lake and stay there until spring.

Lowest package price	Package includes	Available Snow Reosrts
JPY91,000 (Hotel Listel Inawashiro)	► 7 Nights Accommodation in Inawashiro ► 7 Breakfasts & 7 Dinners ► 6 Days Lift Pass ► Return transfer between Tokyo and Snow Resort ► Rental Snow Gears & Wear (Gloves, Goggle and Hat are not included)	► Listel Ski Fantasia ► Snow Paradise Inawashiro ► Alts Bandai ► Grandeco Snow Resort ► Urabandai Nekoma

• Hokkaido / Furano

Furano is located in the centre of Hokkaido. Easy access through major airports in Asahikawa and Sapporo. Furano Ski Resort is divided into two zones. The Kitanomine Zone and Furano Zone. This ski resort is well known within Japan for its powder quality.
Furano 7 Nights Package from JPY80,300 (New Furano Prince Hotel)
> Early bird price is available! Book and pay by 31st of August 2011 for savings of 20%!

• Hokkaido / Kiroro

Kiroro is located in Hokkaido and has an easy access to New Chitose Airport, Sapporo, Otaru and Niseko. You will experience real nature away from urban bustle and world class powdery snow. Ideal for family stay from Niseko. Kids ski academy is available.
Kiroro 3 Nights Package from JPY47,600 (Hotel Piano)

• Hokkaido / Tomamu

Tomamu is situated in the heart of Hokkaido and the centre of the triangular area that connects the three airports of New Chitose, Obihiro and Asahikiwa.
Tomamu 7 Nights Package from JPY75,600 (The Tower)

• Yamagata / Zao

Zao Ski Resort is one of Japan's oldest and offers over thirty lifts, gondolas and ropeways and a variety of different courses suitable for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities, especially beginners and intermediates. The longest course starts in the territory of the snow monsters at the summit of the mountain and is about ten kilometres long.
Zao 7 Nights Package from JPY82,850 (Hotel Zao)

• Nigata / Naeba

Naeba Ski Resort is located in Nagano and largest single ski resort in Japan. There are some long challenging runs at this resort, in addition to the multitude of family slopes and chairlifts at the foot of the mountain. Naeba has the world's longest gondola, called "Dragondla" and it is linked to Kagurai Ski Resort.
Naeba 7 Nights Package from JPY72,100 (Naeba Prince Hotel)
> Early bird price is available! Book and pay by 30th of September 2011 for savings of 10%!