Itinerary
Day one (Arrival day)
Try and book your flight so you arrive before 3pm as the transfer from Chitose airport take approx. 3 hours.
You will need to book a bus transfer from CTS (Chitose International Airport) to / from the Hilton Niseko Village where Freeride Lodge staff will greet you and take you to the lodge where you can settle into your room and where the fun begins.
You can find information about bus transfers and book them online here>>
Ideally you will arrive at the lodge before 7.30pm so you can join us for the fun welcome dinner and intro to snow talk to get you all prepared for the snow and your skiing/ snowboarding adventure in the morning.
You will be welcomed to the lodge with a welcome drink and a fun dinner party at the lodge's famous Mexican Restaurant, The Mexican Mule where you will meet all the camp attendees enjoy some fabulous food and get to know your fellow camp mates.
Day 2 (On The Snow)
After breakfast at the lodge it's out on to the snow for a day of fun and lessons.
- 7.00 am to 8.30 am breakfast in the lodge
- 8.30 am ski hire gear will be delivered & staff will help you get fitted & acquainted with your new equipment
- 10.00 am transfer you to your first lesson
- 10.30 your lesson begins
- 12.30 lunch at your expense on the mountain
- 1.15 back to the lessons
- 3.30 lesson finishes
After your lessons you will be shuttled to a traditional Japanese hot spring (onsen) which is the perfect way to relax and unwind after a day on the slopes.
- 5.00 pm your will be transferred back to the lodge so you can relax and chat before you go out to dinner with the group.
- 6.00 pm you will visit the famous Ice castle Village before dinner where you can marvel at this small village made of ice a great photo opportunity and a truly unique experience.
- 7.00 pm dinner at an exclusive Japanese izakaya where you will enjoy some traditional Japanese food and sake
- 8.30 pm a short walk through the snow back to the lodge where you can enjoy a few drinks in the bar or have an early night and be fresh for your next morning on the snow
DAY 3 (Repeat)
At 5.00 pm after your onsen you will be shuttled back to the lodge
5.30 - 6.30 option to go to the local beer brewery and sample some of the local beers.
Tonight you have a free night to go and explore the party town of Hirafu or go for a dinner in Niseko Town and enjoy some authentic Japanese food.
If you feel like you have not had enough time on the snow the lodge has some toboggans you can use.
Day 4 (Last Day & Departure)
7.00 am – 9.00 am breakfast at the lodge
Freeride Lodge staff will provide transport to your bus or train terminal for your departure or onward journey however you are welcome to stay at the lodge or venture out to the close by Milk Kobo for cheese tarts or the famous chou pastry’s and ice cream if you have time before your scheduled transfer.
Or if you have enough time get another day in skiing or snowboarding (not included) that is also a possibility. Freeride Lodge will return all your ski gear for you however please advise the night before if you will require it for an extra day.