[Hokkaido Regular Sightseeing Bus] D Course: Winter Asahiyama Zoo Day Trip
![[Hokkaido Regular Sightseeing Bus] D Course: Winter Asahiyama Zoo Day Trip - Photo 1 of 5](https://www.pelago.com/img/products/None-None/hokkaido-regular-sightseeing-bus-d-course-winter-asahiyama-zoo-day-trip/4a37941d-0bbd-497f-8592-bb3da32c24fb_hokkaido-regular-sightseeing-bus-d-course-winter-asahiyama-zoo-day-trip-medium.webp)
[Hokkaido Regular Sightseeing Bus] D Course: Winter Asahiyama Zoo Day Trip
Operating Dates: Nov 11, 2025–Mar 31, 2026 (No operation Dec 30–Jan 1)
Sapporo IC
10:38～11:00 Sunagawa Highway Oasis (Rest Stop)【22 min】
※ From 11/11 to 11/14, the entire Sunagawa Highway Oasis will be closed, so the stop will be at Sunagawa SA instead.
Asahikawa-Kita IC
12:25～15:30 Asahiyama Zoo (Visit)【185 min】
Asahikawa-Kita IC
16:55～17:15 Sunagawa SA (Rest Stop)【20 min】
Sapporo IC
18:40 Sapporo Factory (Optional drop-off)
18:45 Sapporo Clock Tower (Optional drop-off)
18:53 Sapporo Station
※The visiting time may vary depending on road conditions.
※You may be able to view the Penguin Walk during your stay, depending on the time. (The Penguin Walk schedule is undecided. If the walk time falls outside the zoo stay time, viewing will not be possible.)
※The Penguin Walk may be canceled or changed depending on weather or snow conditions.
※In March, the Penguin Walk is planned to take place in the morning, so it may not be viewable during this tour.
※This course will be suspended if highways are closed due to snow damage.
Within 3 months
Please make a reservation by 18:00 1 day(s) before the participation date.
Valid only for the participation date specified
- Bus Fare / Asahiyama Zoo Admission Fee
- If you do not require an Asahiyama Zoo admission ticket as an adult, please select the “Junior High School Student” fare.
- If you are participating in a wheelchair, please be accompanied by a companion.
- Children younger than elementary school age may ride for free if they do not require a seat. If a seat is required, the child fare will apply.
- Admission to Asahiyama Zoo is free for students up to junior high school age.
※Customers using the Junior High School Student fare will be asked to present a student ID when purchasing or exchanging tickets at the Regular Sightseeing Bus Ticket Counter. Please be sure to bring your student ID.
- Please wear comfortable walking attire.
- As a general rule, please exchange your ticket at the Regular Sightseeing Bus Ticket Counter next to the taxi stand at the North Exit of Sapporo Station by 15 minutes before the departure time.
- Information regarding boarding the bus will be provided at the time of ticket exchange.
- ◆ Health Management
※ The bus crew and tour attendants check their health condition, including fatigue and illness, during the roll call conducted before duty.
・Please take your garbage with you when you leave.
- Minimum number of participants: 1
- For inquiries or cancellations regarding this course, please contact the travel agency where you made your reservation.
- Note of location and direction
【Regular Sightseeing Bus Ticket Counter】
Address: JR Sapporo Station North Exit
Access: Sapporo Station Regular Sightseeing Bus Ticket Counter (Located in front of the West Concourse North Exit, next to the taxi stand) (定期観光バス乗り場)
- Regular Sightseeing Bus Ticket Counter
From
Highlights
Asahiyama Zoo is the northernmost zoo in Japan and is known for allowing visitors to observe animals in ways that reflect their natural behavior. The zoo features unique exhibit facilities such as the Seal House and the Polar Bear House, where the layout is designed to showcase animals up close. Other popular areas include the Orangutan House, the Spider Monkey & Capybara House, and the Chimpanzee Forest. In addition, there are attractions such as the Red Panda Suspension Bridge, the Wolf Forest, and the Japanese Crane House, making the animals feel closer and more familiar. This is one reason why many visitors return again and again.
After departing from Sapporo, the tour travels directly to Asahikawa. Although the journey is long, you can enjoy the ride comfortably on the regular sightseeing bus. The guide will share enjoyable and informative commentary that matches the scenery and the destination. Since the only destination on this tour is Asahiyama Zoo, you will have plenty of time inside the zoo. This allows you to take your time and enjoy the animals without rushing, rather than joining a tour that packs in several sightseeing spots.
You may also choose to get off at the Sapporo Clock Tower, a symbolic landmark located near Odori in central Sapporo.
How about visiting the lively and energetic animals at Asahiyama Zoo while traveling conveniently and comfortably by regular sightseeing bus?
Itinerary
9:00 Sapporo Station
Sapporo IC10:38～11:00 Sunagawa Highway Oasis (Rest Stop)【22 min】
※ From 11/11 to 11/14, the entire Sunagawa Highway Oasis will be closed, so the stop will be at Sunagawa SA instead. Asahikawa-Kita IC12:25～15:30 Asahiyama Zoo (Visit)【185 min】
Asahikawa-Kita IC16:55～17:15 Sunagawa SA (Rest Stop)【20 min】
Sapporo IC18:40 Sapporo Factory (Optional drop-off)
18:45 Sapporo Clock Tower (Optional drop-off) 18:53 Sapporo Station※The visiting time may vary depending on road conditions.
※You may be able to view the Penguin Walk during your stay, depending on the time. (The Penguin Walk schedule is undecided. If the walk time falls outside the zoo stay time, viewing will not be possible.) ※The Penguin Walk may be canceled or changed depending on weather or snow conditions. ※In March, the Penguin Walk is planned to take place in the morning, so it may not be viewable during this tour. ※This course will be suspended if highways are closed due to snow damage.
What's included
INCLUDED
Additional information
※Customers using the Junior High School Student fare will be asked to present a student ID when purchasing or exchanging tickets at the Regular Sightseeing Bus Ticket Counter. Please be sure to bring your student ID.
※ The bus crew and tour attendants check their health condition, including fatigue and illness, during the roll call conducted before duty.
・Please take your garbage with you when you leave.
Location
Provider
北海道中央バス
USD 41.62
Why Pelago?
- Trusted by millions of travellers
- Best price guarantee promise
- Choose from 200,000+ activities
- Earn KrisFlyer miles with every booking
- A Singapore Airlines company