Hokkaido Sounkyo Day Tour | Autumn Foliage / Winter Ice Fall Festival・Ginga Waterfalls・Ryusei Waterfalls・Mt. Kurodake Ropeway・Obako Gorge | Depart from Sapporo
- Take the Mt. Kurodake Ropeway to the 5th station at 1,300 meters for a bird's-eye view of Sounkyo Gorge
- Selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls: The 'Couple Waterfalls' of Ginga and Ryusei
- The columnar joint rock walls of Obako, a signature landscape of Sounkyo
- 【Autumn Plan】Daisetsuzan autumn foliage season from late September to early October
- 【Winter Plan】Night visit to the Sounkyo Ice Fall Festival ice sculpture venue
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- Sounkyo Onsen Town | A mountain hot spring retreat beautiful in all four seasons
Located at the foot of Daisetsuzan National Park, Sounkyo Onsen Town is one of Hokkaido's most iconic destinations for autumn foliage and hot springs. Peak foliage season: late September to early October each year. As one of the first areas in Hokkaido to see autumn colors, the alpine foliage gradually paints the entire gorge red, with a mix of red, orange, and yellow forests contrasting beautifully with the Ishikari River valley. In winter, it transforms into a silver world, with snow covering the valley and the hot spring town, creating a serene and dreamy snowy landscape.
- Mt. Kurodake Ropeway | Panoramic views of Daisetsuzan autumn foliage
The Mt. Kurodake Ropeway is one of the most classic ways to enjoy the autumn foliage of Daisetsuzan. Take the ropeway to the 5th Station observation deck at an altitude of approximately 1,320 meters, and along the way, you can overlook Sounkyo Gorge, vast forests, and layers of autumn mountain scenery. On clear days, you may even have the chance to see magnificent mountain ranges and a sea of clouds. Enjoying the sea of red maples from high above is an unmissable experience during Hokkaido's autumn foliage season. In winter, you can gaze out from the heights at the snow-covered mountains and forests, experiencing a completely different snowy landscape.
＊Peak foliage season: late September to early October each year
- Ginga Waterfalls・Ryusei Waterfalls | Spectacular scenery of Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls
Ginga Waterfalls and Ryusei Waterfalls are known as the 'Couple Waterfalls' and are both selected among Japan's Top 100 Waterfalls. Ginga Waterfalls features delicate and graceful water flow, known as the 'Female Waterfall,' while Ryusei Waterfalls is famous for its powerful force, known as the 'Male Waterfall.' Every autumn, the surrounding forests are dyed in vibrant autumn colors, and the white waterfalls form a striking contrast with the fiery red maples, showcasing the most iconic autumn landscape of Sounkyo. Open year-round, it is particularly spectacular during the autumn foliage season. In winter, the water flow and rock walls are covered in ice and snow, presenting a crisp and pure snowy landscape.
- Obako | A representative landscape of Sounkyo Gorge terrain
Obako is one of the most iconic natural landmarks in Sounkyo, famous for its spectacular columnar joint rock walls and gorge scenery. Formed by tens of thousands of years of volcanic activity and river erosion, this unique terrain showcases the awe-inspiring power of nature. In autumn, red maples adorn both sides of the gorge, weaving a magnificent picture with the majestic rock walls. In winter, it is covered in pure white snow, with the rock walls, forests, and valley presenting a quiet and spectacular snowy view.
Stunning scenery woven by mountain autumn foliage (Peak foliage season: late September to early October each year)
Take the Mt. Kurodake Ropeway to the 1,320-meter observation deck (Peak foliage season: late September to early October each year)
Autumn-exclusive mountain foliage (Peak foliage season: late September to early October each year)
Dreamy scenery of fiery red maples and pure white waterfalls (Peak foliage season: late September to early October each year)
Sounkyo Ice Fall Festival, enjoy the dreamy ice fall scenery exclusive to Sounkyo in winter
Ascend Daisetsuzan by ropeway to enjoy views of the winter snow-capped mountains and Sounkyo Gorge from above
The magnificent Ryusei Waterfalls in winter
Purchase Notice
【Travel Conditions】
Departure/Destination: Hokkaido
Duration: Day trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus Company: Tongxin International Travel Service
Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast 0, Lunch 0, Dinner 0
Minimum group size: 15
Tour Guide: 1
【Travel Planning/Implementation】
Operating Company: LION TRAVEL JAPAN Co., Ltd.
Address: 7F Toranomon Central Building, 1-7-1 Nishi-Shimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
License Number: Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner Registered Travel Agency No. 1892
Travel Industry Association: Full Member of Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Reminders
A minimum of 15 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
In case of delays caused by traffic, weather, or other force majeure factors resulting in the cancellation of some itinerary attractions, please contact customer service. We will arrange a partial refund for you
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
The tour will be arranged according to the number of participants. When there are a small number of participants, a driver will also be arranged to accompany the group throughout the tour. No additional tour leader will be provided. Participants are free to visit the attractions at their own pace. Please be aware of this.
The planned tour itinerary and duration of stay are for reference only and may be subject to adjustment due to changes in traffic conditions, local activities, restaurant reservations, and opening hours of attractions and facilities on the day. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The above itinerary is based on estimated arrival times. Traffic conditions are beyond our control, so please avoid scheduling any activities that evening. We apologize for any delays or other issues that may occur.
Bus seating will be arranged according to the availability of seats; please remember that we cannot assign seats. Please fasten your seatbelt at all times during the journey. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
The appearance of maple leaves may vary slightly each year due to factors such as weather. If the leaves wither or fail to bloom due to weather conditions, the itinerary will proceed to scenic spots that are only for viewing. Thank you for your understanding.
The bus seats used during the experience tour may be shared with other members of the tour group, depending on the tour leader and facility arrangements on the day.
The photos shown on this product page are for illustrative purposes only. Please understand that the actual conditions at tourist sites may differ due to factors such as weather.
Please arrive at the designated meeting point on time. If a passenger fails to arrive at the agreed meeting point on time, it will be considered as a voluntary abandonment of the trip, and no refund or compensation will be available. Please be aware of this.
Depending on weather conditions, you may not be able to enjoy the snowy scenery at each tourist spot during winter.
If the cable car service is suspended due to weather or force majeure, the cable car ticket will be refunded, and the duration or route for other attractions will be adjusted accordingly.
