Japan, 2026
Westminster School is delighted to offer Senior School students the opportunity to participate in a Japan Snow Tour in 2026. Students will experience world-class skiing in Hakuba, as well as cultural highlights in Tokyo, while travelling with friends and staff in a safe and supported environment.
Dates:
Saturday 10 January – Wednesday 21 January 2026
Travel Information:
Students will depart from Adelaide, flying via Singapore with Singapore Airlines
Note: As this is an international trip, a valid passport with at least six months before expiry is required to attend.
Staff:
Carly Dansie and Kate Stewart. Other staff members to be confirmed.
Cost:
The estimated cost for the 2026 tour is approximately $8500 (subject to final bookings), with a payment plan available.
Open to 30 students
Expressions of Interest
Expressions of Interest close at 9.00 am, Thursday 28 August 2025.
Please note: This is not confirmation of attendance. Submitting an Expression of Interest will place students on the shortlist for consideration.
A deposit of $1,500 will be required by Friday 12 September 2025 should your child be selected to attend.
If you would like more information about future tours, please contact Kate Stewart at KStewart@westminster.sa.edu.au
Packing List
Luggage
- Large suitcase (checked luggage – max 25kg; recommended under 18kg)
- Backpack (carry-on – max 7kg)
Please ensure your suitcase is clearly labelled with your name, address, and Westminster School.
Essential Documents
- Passport (valid for at least six months beyond the return date)
- Prescription medications (packed separately according to instructions)
Snow Gear
- Wool or polypropylene thermal top
- Wool or polypropylene leggings
- Fleece or wool mid-layers (ideally one thick and one thin)
- Waterproof jacket suitable for snowsports
- Waterproof ski or over-pants
- Waterproof snow gloves or mittens
- Wool-blend ski socks
- Beanie, balaclava, and/or neck warmer
- Snow goggles
- Sturdy waterproof footwear
Casual Clothing
- T-shirts (short and long sleeve)
- Shorts, jeans, track pants
- Jumper/cardigans and warm jacket
- Thin puffer jacket or coat for night outings
- Casual clothes for evenings and down time
- Sleepwear
- Plenty of socks and underwear
- Covered walking shoes
- Thongs/sandals for use in accommodation only
Personal Items
- Basic toiletries (travel size toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant – no spray cans, hairbrush, etc.)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Copy of passport (provided), home address and emergency contact details
- Mobile phone and charger
- Travel SIM or international roaming (Wi-Fi is available in all hotels)
- Hygiene products (personal items as needed)
- Mini packs of tissues
- Plastic bags for dirty laundry and shoes
- Mini games or books for travel
Clothing Expectations
All clothing and accessories must be appropriate and in keeping with Westminster School Casual Day standards. Tour staff reserve the right to ask a student to change their attire if required.
Inclusions
Return international flights with Singapore Airlines (subject to final confirmation)
Private coach transfers in Japan
7 nights’ accommodation at Hakuba Alps Hotel (multi-share, breakfast & dinner included)
Tokyo accommodation – TBC
6-day ski hire (equipment & helmet)
6-day lift pass (Norikura & Cortina resorts)
6-day ski lessons (2 hours per day, Norikura & Cortina Ski Schools)
Drumming Show & Dinner (Goryu, 14 January)
Excursions including Snow Monkey Park, Zenko Ji Temple, Tokyo Sky Tree Tower, and a full-day Tokyo sightseeing tour
Optional extras
Parka and pants 5-day hire: $180 per person
Itinerary
Day 1
Saturday 10 January 2026
Meet at Adelaide International Airport (7.30 am)
Flight Adelaide → Singapore (10.15 am, SQ278)
Arrive Singapore (2.40 pm)
Flight Singapore → Tokyo Haneda (10.45 pm, SQ636)
Day 2
Sunday 11 January
Arrive Tokyo Haneda Airport (6.20 am)
Meet English-speaking guide (8.00 am)
Private coach transfer to Hakuba (with food stops en route, own expense) (9.00 am)
Collect ski and clothing hire at Spicey Rental (2.30 pm)
Check in at Hakuba Alps Hotel Norikura (4.00 pm)
Dinner at hotel (6.00 pm)
Day 3
Monday 12 January
Breakfast at hotel (6.30 am)
Walk/ski to Norikura Ski School (7.45 am)
Morning ski lesson – 2 hours (8.30 am)
Lunch (own expense) (12.00 pm)
Skiing/snowboarding at leisure (1.00 pm)
Store ski hire at accommodation (3.30 pm)
Return to accommodation (4.00 pm)
Dinner at hotel (6.00 pm)
Day 4
Tuesday 13 January
Breakfast at hotel (6.30 am)
Walk/ski to Norikura Ski School (7.45 am)
Morning ski lesson – 2 hours (8.30 am)
Lunch (own expense) (12.00 pm)
Skiing/snowboarding at leisure (1.00 pm)
Store ski hire at accommodation (3.30 pm)
Return to accommodation (4.00 pm)
Dinner at hotel (6.00 pm)
Day 5
Wednesday 14 January
Breakfast at hotel (6.30 am)
Walk/ski to Norikura Ski School (7.45 am)
Morning ski lesson – 2 hours (8.30 am)
Lunch (own expense) (12.00 pm)
Skiing/snowboarding at leisure (1.00 pm)
Store ski hire at accommodation (3.00 pm)
Transfer to Escal Plaza (5.15 pm)
Buffet dinner & Japanese drumming show (6.00 pm)
Return to accommodation (8.00 pm)
Day 6
Thursday 15 January
Breakfast at hotel (6.30 am)
Walk/ski to Cortina Ski School (7.45 am)
Morning ski lesson – 2 hours (8.30 am)
Lunch (own expense) (12.00 pm)
Skiing/snowboarding at leisure (1.00 pm)
Store ski hire at accommodation (3.30 pm)
Return to accommodation (4.00 pm)
Dinner at hotel (6.00 pm)
Day 7
Friday 16 January
Breakfast at hotel (6.30 am)
Walk/ski to Cortina Ski School (7.45 am)
Morning ski lesson – 2 hours (8.30 am)
Lunch (own expense) (12.00 pm)
Skiing/snowboarding at leisure (1.00 pm)
Return to accommodation (3.30 pm)
Dinner at hotel (5.30 pm)
Transfer to Goryu 47 for night skiing (TBA)
Skiing under the lights at Goryu 47 (TBA)
Return to accommodation (TBA)
Day 8
Saturday 17 January
Breakfast at hotel (6.30 am)
Walk/ski to Cortina Ski School (7.45 am)
Morning ski lesson – 2 hours (8.30 am)
Lunch (own expense) (12.00 pm)
Skiing/snowboarding at leisure (1.00 pm)
Store ski hire at accommodation (3.30 pm)
Return to accommodation (4.00 pm)
Dinner at hotel (6.00 pm)
Day 9
Sunday 18 January
Breakfast at hotel (7.00 am)
Check out of Hakuba accommodation (8.00 am)
Private coach transfer to Tokyo (8.30 am)
Return ski hire at Spicey Rentals (TBA)
Visit Snow Monkey Park (10.30 am)
Transfer to Zenko Ji Temple (12.30 pm)
Visit Zenko Ji Temple (1.30 pm)
Transfer to Tokyo (2.30 pm)
Arrive Tokyo hotel (Accommodation TBC) (6.30 pm)
Day 10
Monday 19 January
Breakfast at hotel (7.00 am)
Meet English-speaking guide (8.00 am)
Full-day Tokyo sightseeing tour (8.30 am) including:
Sensoji Temple
Takeshita Street
Shibuya Crossing
Tokyo Sky Tree Tower (entry included)
Lunch (own expense) (TBA)
Return to accommodation (6.00 pm)
Day 11
Tuesday 20 January
Breakfast at hotel (6.00 am)
Check out of rooms (6.45 am)
Transfer to Haneda Airport (7.30 am)
Flight Tokyo → Singapore (10.00 am, SQ637)
Arrive Singapore (4.30 pm)
Flight Singapore → Adelaide (11.40 pm, SQ279)
Day 12
Wednesday 21 January
Arrive Adelaide (8.50 am)
Tour concludes
Please direct further enquiries regarding the trip, or the nature of the activities, to Tour Manager, Kate Stewart at KStewart@westminster.sa.edu.au