Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival & Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Jigokudani Day Tour (Chinese/English Guide)
- Enjoy fun in the snow at Snow World in a pure white winter wonderland
- Overlook Lake Toya and enjoy the magnificent snow-covered Mount Yotei from the Silo Observatory
- Experience the unique geothermal steam of Showa Shinzan and Noboribetsu Jigokudani up close
- Stroll through the Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival and immerse yourself in blue ice sculptures and brilliant lights
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Snow World Forest Snowmobile Experience
Speeding across snowfields and through forests: Drive a snowmobile under professional guidance through forests covered in thick powder snow and vast snowfields for an exciting sense of speed. View of Mount Yotei: On clear days, you can enjoy a great view of Mount Yotei, known as the 'Ezo Fuji,' during your ride.
Lake Toya Observatory (Silo Observatory)
Contrast between the non-freezing lake and snow: Lake Toya is the northernmost non-freezing lake in Japan. The lake water remains blue and unfrozen in winter, creating a sharp color contrast with the surrounding snow-covered mountains and forests. Panoramic view from above: From the observatory, you can take in the panoramic view of Lake Toya, Nakajima Island, Mount Usu, and Showa Shinzan.
Showa Shinzan
A red-and-white volcanic wonder: As an active reddish-brown volcano, Showa Shinzan continues to emit white smoke from its summit and vents in winter, with red rocks and white snow creating a striking scene. Nearby experience: Located right next to the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch at the foot of the mountain, where you can observe brown bears playing in the snow.
Noboribetsu Jigokudani
A geothermal wonder where ice meets fire: The valley is full of hot spring vents and sulfur fumaroles. The cold air causes the steam to condense, creating a fantastic landscape of swirling white smoke, snow, and yellowish-brown rocks.
Showcasing the beauty of Lake Shikotsu as an 'Ice Art Museum.'
This is an ice festival held in the harsh winter climate of Lake Shikotsu, creating a dreamlike world illuminated by colorful lights at night. These ice sculptures are made from highly transparent Lake Shikotsu water and decorated with colorful lights, presenting a dreamlike and mysterious scene. Of course, it is also a perfect photo spot to make your social media feed stand out!
Drive a snowmobile under professional guidance through forests covered in thick powder snow and vast snowfields for an exciting sense of speed.
Lake Toya Observatory (Silo Observatory): Contrast between the non-freezing lake and snow. Lake Toya is the northernmost non-freezing lake in Japan. The lake water remains blue and unfrozen in winter, creating a sharp color contrast with the surrounding snow-covered mountains and forests.
Showa Shinzan: A red-and-white volcanic wonder. As an active reddish-brown volcano, Showa Shinzan continues to emit white smoke from its summit and vents in winter, with red rocks and white snow creating a striking scene.
Noboribetsu Jigokudani: A geothermal wonder where ice meets fire.
Showcasing the beauty of Lake Shikotsu as an 'Ice Art Museum.' This is an ice festival held in the harsh winter climate of Lake Shikotsu, creating a dreamlike world illuminated by colorful lights at night.
Purchase Notice
[Travel Conditions]
Departure/Destination: Hokkaido
Duration: Same-day round trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus Company: Motoyoshi Bus or other Hokkaido bus companies
Meals: Breakfast 0, Lunch 0, Dinner 0
[Travel Planning/Implementation]
Operating Company: Wonder Styles Co., Ltd.
Address: 7F, Ena Square Odori Building, 6-10-4 Odori Nishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo
License Number: Hokkaido Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-862
Travel Agency Association: None
[Sales Agent]
KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
2F, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004
Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 2045
Member: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Reminders
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
We will flexibly adjust some attractions based on the day's schedule. The main attractions and the number of stops will remain unchanged. Thank you for your understanding if we cannot notify you of every change.
If any attractions are closed on specific dates, we will arrange alternative spots. Please understand that we may not be able to notify you of these changes in advance.
Winter road conditions are heavily affected by weather. In case of severe weather, some attractions may have shortened stay times or be canceled. The actual situation on the day will prevail.
The itinerary involves long travel times. Please be patient in case of traffic congestion. We are not responsible for any additional costs incurred due to delays caused by traffic.
Infants aged 0-2 who do not occupy a seat are free of charge, but must be declared in advance to avoid being refused by the driver due to vehicle capacity limits. Children aged 3 and above are charged the same as adults.
Please arrive at the meeting point on time on the day of the tour. Late arrivals will be considered a no-show and no refunds will be provided.
Please keep your personal belongings safe and avoid bringing valuables. You are responsible for any loss or damage to your items.
If you are prone to motion sickness, please take necessary precautions in advance to ensure a pleasant trip.
If the queues at Snow World Kimobetsu are too long, the snowmobile experience may be flexibly adjusted to Snow World Toya to maintain the quality and flow of the tour. Thank you for your understanding.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 11 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 8 to 10 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 40% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
