Hokkaido Day Tour: Toyako Onsen, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley, Showa Shinzan, & Lake Shikotsu with Bear Ranch Option (Departure from Sapporo)
Hokkaido Day Tour: Toyako Onsen, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley, Showa Shinzan, & Lake Shikotsu with Bear Ranch Option (Departure from Sapporo)
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Highlights
Embark on a captivating journey through Hokkaido's most iconic natural landscapes on this full-day guided tour departing from Sapporo. You will explore the dramatic geothermal wonders of Noboribetsu Jigokudani and the serene beauty of Lake Toya and Lake Shikotsu, two of Japan's most stunning caldera lakes. This adventure offers a perfect blend of volcanic discovery and tranquil lakeside relaxation, guided by experts in English, Chinese, or Japanese. It is a must-do experience for anyone looking to witness the raw, breathtaking beauty of Japan’s northern island.
Witness the power of nature at Showa Shinzan, an active lava dome, and choose the optional package to meet adorable Hokkaido brown bears at the Bear Ranch. Depending on the season, you might marvel at the coastal cliffs of Cape Chikyu or experience the magical winter illuminations of the Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival. With convenient round-trip transfers and a flexible itinerary that highlights the best of each season, this tour ensures a seamless and memorable Hokkaido getaway. Whether you are a solo traveler or with family, the diverse landscapes of Shikotsu-Toya National Park await.
- Hell Valley Wonders: Walk through Noboribetsu Jigokudani to see volcanic steam vents and sulfurous streams.
- Breathtaking Caldera Lakes: Take in the crystal-clear waters of Lake Toya and Lake Shikotsu, surrounded by majestic mountain peaks.
- Active Volcanic Landscapes: Marvel at Showa Shinzan, a rare lava dome mountain that continues to emit geothermal steam.
- Brown Bear Encounters: Opt for the Bear Ranch package to see majestic Hokkaido brown bears in a natural setting.
- Seasonal Exclusives: Enjoy Cape Chikyu in summer or the enchanting Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival and shopping at Mitsui Outlet in winter.
- Convenient Departures: Relax with easy round-trip transportation from central Sapporo meeting points like the TV Tower and Tokyu REI Hotel.
Itinerary
Duration: 10 hours (approx.)
Sapporo Pickup (8:30 AM / 8:40 AM)
Transfer IncludedDepart from Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel at 8:30 AM or Sapporo TV Tower at 8:40 AM.Noboribetsu Jigokudani
35 minsExplore 'Hell Valley,' a volcanic crater filled with geothermal steam and sulfurous activity.Showa Shinzan & Bear Ranch
40 minsView the active lava dome and visit the Bear Ranch (if package selected) to see Hokkaido brown bears.Lake Toya Onsen Town
70 minsEnjoy free time for lunch at your own expense and explore the scenic lakeside town.Lake Toya Sailo Observatory
25 minsTake in panoramic views of Lake Toya, Nakajima Island, and Mount Usu.Seasonal Stop: Cape Chikyu or Lake Shikotsu
35 - 60 minsVisit Cape Chikyu (Summer) or Lake Shikotsu/Ice Festival (Winter) depending on the travel date.Return to Sapporo
Transfer IncludedThe tour concludes with drop-offs at the original meeting points in Sapporo city.- NoteItinerary details and sequence are subject to change due to weather, traffic, and seasonal closures.
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Additional information
- Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel: 1F Lobby at 8:30 AM (Minami 4 Jonishi, Chuo Ward, Sapporo).
- Sapporo TV Tower: 1F Information Center at 8:40 AM (Odori Nishi 1-chome, Chuo Ward, Sapporo).
- Please look for the 'Easy Go' flag at the meeting point.
- Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled departure as the bus will leave on time.
- The itinerary is subject to change based on weather, traffic, or road conditions.
- If Cape Chikyu is closed, the itinerary may be modified to view Shiratori Bridge from the bus.
- During the tour, the driver provides an introduction but there is no dedicated tour guide.
- Mitsui Outlet Park is skipped on specific dates (Dec 31, Jan 26-27) due to adjusted hours.
- This tour is open to travelers of all ages and nationalities.
- Minimum requirement: 1 traveler.
- Infants (0–2 years): Free of charge if they do not occupy a seat.
- Children (3 years and above): Charged at the same rate as adults.
- If an infant requires a separate seat, a child ticket must be purchased.
- Valid photo ID or Passport.
- Mobile or printed e-voucher.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Weather-appropriate clothing (warm layers recommended for winter).
- Not explicitly mentioned as wheelchair accessible.
- Moderate walking is required at various scenic stops.
- Your booking will be confirmed within 1–2 working days.
- Cancellations made at least 2 days before the selected date are eligible for a full refund.
- Cancellations made 1 day before the selected date will incur a 40% fee.
- Cancellations made on the day of the tour are non-refundable.
- Present your mobile e-voucher to the staff at the meeting point for check-in.
- Voucher is only valid for the selected date and time.
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Nice experience enjoying the sights and sounds. Lisa and her assistant were very helpful through the trip.
Great seeing those scenic views and take photos. But don’t expect you would be able to hang arounf for a long time. if you want to chill, this isn’t for you. If yoy want to take photos of those places and pack them all in one day, this is for you.
I don’t recommend this tour at all. The tour had several unnecessary stops (observatory, bear ranch) that offered no value and you have only 20-30 minutes at each stop which was a mad rush. Not recommended if you’re with seniors or kids. The only upside to this tour is that transport is covered, but I would rather take public transport next time to visit select locations (Noboribetsu, Lake Shikotsu) with ample time to breathe and enjoy the trip. The tour guide, while a nice person, conducted the tour in English and Mandarin, but he had an astonishingly poor command of the English language. It’s quite bewildering that he was assessed to be a qualified guide with the language gap. Also, he made several biased culturally insensitive comments about other nations and nationalities. Very unprofessional of a guide. The narrative should be kept to descriptions of the place we went to or passed by.
Good and very helpful guide. Pacing of the tour is just right and at times felt rushed.
This is actually an excellent tour but I am not giving it five stars for the following reasons: 1. Pelago does a terrible job with the voucher it sends to customers. The one I received seemed to be an AI translation of what the agency provided in Chinese. My voucher included a map which was not meant to show the meeting point at all. There was no way to contact the agency/ guide ahead of the tour to seek clarifications. 2. The guide on my tour was great. Although she was bilingual, she spoke in her native Mandarin most of the time and sort of gave only summaries in English. This was not a problem for me but I felt the Westerners were shortchanged. In terms of what the tour covers, I have no complaints - many scenic sights to provide content for Instagram.
Shao-san was our guide for the day. Tour was conducted in Japanese, Chinese and English all by himself. Most scenic stops are between 30 - 60 mins. The highlight of the trip was Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley and Lake Toya. The lunch queue (Lake Toya stop) was longer as there were some restaurants that close on Monday. To maximize my time at Lake Toya, I bought lunch from convenience store instead and had it by the lake. The tour may feel rushed but reasonable given the number of stops in the itinerary. There were sufficient stops for toilet break too. Useful for traveler with limited time, save the hassle of navigating the public transport and language barrier. It was an enjoyable trip.