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Hokkaido Noboribetsu Day Trip: Mt. Yotei Mingshui Park, Lake Toya Observatory, Lake Hill Farm, Lake Toya Wharf Hot Spring Town, Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch, and Noboribetsu Hell Valley
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Hokkaido Noboribetsu Day Trip: Mt. Yotei Mingshui Park, Lake Toya Observatory, Lake Hill Farm, Lake Toya Wharf Hot Spring Town, Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch, and Noboribetsu Hell Valley

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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • English / Chinese-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

Not included: Admission to Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch; Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Tips and gratuities; Insurance

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Overview

This is a one-day Noboribetsu tour departing from Sapporo. The overall route is smooth, without backtracking, allowing you to slowly experience lake views, ranches, volcanic landscapes, and hot spring towns in one day. The tour departs from Sapporo city in the morning, with pickup points at JR Sapporo Station and Odori Park, and returns in the evening. The itinerary is not too tight, and it won't affect your evening plans. The tour will pass through the Lake Toya area, stopping at an observation deck where you can overlook the lake and surrounding natural scenery. It also includes Kyogoku Meisui Park, where the spring water is clear, and you can see a distant view of Mount Yotei when the weather is good. The overall atmosphere is refreshing, and it's also suitable for taking simple photos. A stop is scheduled at Lake Hill Farm, a ranch with an open environment and a slower pace, perfect for strolling and taking photos, providing a relaxing break in the itinerary. Afterward, the tour proceeds to Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (entrance fee not included), where you can see brown bears up close, a popular spot for first-time visitors to Hokkaido. In the afternoon, the tour enters the Noboribetsu area. Hell Valley is a representative landscape of the itinerary, with its volcanic terrain and rising white smoke being highly recognizable. After that, enjoy free time in Noboribetsu Onsen Town, where you can stroll around, buy souvenirs, or have a simple meal. There are no mandatory arrangements, and the time is relatively flexible. Overall, the itinerary is geared towards a leisurely pace, not focused on the number of attractions visited, making it more suitable for those who want to easily enjoy the natural scenery of Hokkaido, are visiting Noboribetsu for the first time, or prefer a less rushed day trip. The tour time is in Japan local time, and the order of the day may be reasonably adjusted due to weather or road conditions.

Highlights

Worry-free Transportation: Direct access from the city center | Easy access to JR Sapporo Station and Odori Park
Must-see Highlights: Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) + Bear Park + Lake Toya, Hokkaido's essential attractions in one go, leaving no regrets
Fun Interaction: Showa Shinzan Bear Park, feed the adorable brown bears, and fill up on meme-worthy material
Lakeside Feast: Lake Toya Observatory, overlooking the volcanic crater lake, every snapshot is a Japanese-style wallpaper

What's included

English / Chinese-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

What's not included

Admission to Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Insurance

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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⚠️ Travel Notice | Travel Notice August 8th – August 16th is the peak travel season for Japan's Obon Festival, which may lead to traffic congestion, large crowds, attractions closing early, or changes in itinerary times. Please do not book dinner, flights, or Shinkansen for the same day, and it is recommended to bring a power bank. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! If you need to bring luggage, please inform us in advance. The luggage fee is JPY2000 per piece, payable in cash to the driver or guide on the day of travel. Please check your email. If we cannot reach you via messaging apps, we will contact you by email. We will do our best to arrange seating requests, but as this is a shared car tour, seat allocation primarily follows a first-come, first-served principle. If you have special requests, please indicate them in the remarks, and we will do our best to arrange suitable seating for you. The final arrangement will be subject to the coordination of the guide on the day. We hope for your understanding and tolerance, thank you for your consideration. Please be aware: As this is a group tour, there may be guests of other languages traveling with you in the same vehicle. Thank you for your understanding. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum required for a group, the tour will be canceled, and an email notification of the cancellation will be sent 1 day before departure. In case of unfavorable weather conditions such as typhoons or blizzards, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day before departure (local time 18:00), and you will be notified by email thereafter. Please wear light clothing and shoes, and bring warm clothing if needed. The above itinerary is for reference only, and traffic conditions are beyond our control. Please avoid arranging activities for the evening. We apologize for any delays. Our company is not responsible for inability to participate in the tour or poor quality of photos due to irresistible factors such as traffic or weather, and no refunds or rescheduling will be provided. Thank you for your understanding. Due to traffic congestion, facility maintenance, etc., the itinerary or停留 time at each attraction may be adjusted. Please inform those concerned. If a traveler abandons the tour midway due to personal reasons, the company will not issue a refund. Please be sure to arrive at the designated pick-up location at the specified time and do not be late. As this itinerary cannot be transferred to other shifts or joined midway, if you are unable to participate in the day trip due to your own reasons, you will be responsible for the corresponding losses. Thank you for your understanding. Children under 3 years old who require a seat must purchase a ticket at the same price as an adult and need to be noted. Children under 2 years old who do not occupy a seat can participate for free but need to be noted. If not noted, arrangements cannot be made. Vehicle type used: Vehicles are dispatched according to the number of people. For small groups, a driver who also serves as an attendant will provide full tour services, and no additional tour leader will be assigned. Please be aware. Weather conditions may affect the best viewing period for flowers or autumn leaves, but the itinerary will not be canceled or refunded for this reason. Please be aware. Due to large crowds during the flower season/autumn foliage season, there may be severe traffic jams. It is recommended to bring light snacks. The flower viewing period or autumn foliage viewing period may vary slightly due to weather conditions. Once the itinerary is confirmed, it will proceed as usual regardless of the flowering/autumn foliage situation. Please be aware. Day tour itinerary does not include personal travel insurance or personal accident insurance. If needed, please purchase it yourself. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports involve specific risks and dangers. You must assess your own health and abilities. The company is not responsible for any physical damage or injury caused by accidents or unforeseen factors. Thank you.
Departure: Meet the operator at 08:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time Departure: Meet the operator at 08:10. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 10:00, 30 min(s), Self-guided, Fukidashi Park, Mount Yotei Kyogoku Meisui Park is located at the foot of Mount Yotei, also known as "Ezo Fuji." The spring water originates from rain and snow on Mount Yotei, filtered through underground rock layers for decades before emerging. It is listed as one of Japan's 100 remarkable waters, with a daily flow of approximately 80,000 tons and a constant water temperature of about 6.5°C. It is available for free direct use. [Attraction/experience] 11:10, 30 min(s), Self-guided, Lake Toya Observation Deck, From the Toya Lake Observatory, you can enjoy a 360° panoramic view of Lake Toya, Nakajima in the heart of the lake, and a distant view of Mount Usu, Showa Shinzan, and the Toya Lake Onsen town on the opposite shore. The changing light and shadows on the lake surface at sunrise and sunset are of great photographic value. The four seasons are distinct, with spring cherry blossoms, summer greenery, autumn red leaves, and winter snow scenes contrasting with the blue of the non-freezing lake. [Attraction/experience] 12:00, 30 min(s), Lake Hill Farm, Lake Hill Farm is a well-known tourist ranch around Lake Toya, offering fresh milk ice cream, cheese, and desserts made from its own ranch's produce. The prairie extends outside the farm, making it a great place for taking pictures and taking a walk. [Attraction/experience] 12:40, 20 min(s), Self-guided, Lake Toya Wharf Hot Spring Street, The Toyako Onsen hot spring resort area is one of Hokkaido's historic hot spring destinations. The district boasts numerous hot spring inns, foot bath facilities, and unique shops, making it perfect for short stays, strolls, and sampling local snacks. [Attraction/experience] 13:30, 1 hour(s), Self-guided, shōwa-shinzan bear ranch, At Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (tickets at your own expense), there is an elevated platform and feeding area where visitors can feed biscuits and watch the bears perform interactive actions such as standing and waving. [Attraction/experience] 15:20, 40 min(s), Self-guided, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley, Jigokudani, or Hell Valley, in Noboribetsu is a geothermal area formed by a volcanic eruption, and is covered with volcanic crater remains, steam vents, and rocky terrain with a strong sulfurous odor. Walking trails wind around the area, allowing visitors to safely view the spectacle of high-temperature steam and gas gushing out, making it one of Hokkaido's most representative geological attractions. [Return] 17:50, at [JR Sapporo North Exit Bus Terminal,]() [Return] 18:00, at [Exit 31 of Datong Park Subway Station,]() Arrival time depends on the traffic conditions of the day. Please do not rush to catch a flight, Shinkansen, or reserved dinner. Thank you. Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Accessibility Child seats are not available Vehicle & luggage info Luggage storage and delivery services are not provided
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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