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Hokkaido, Japan: Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Noboribetsu Jigokudani Day Tour | Chinese and Japanese Guide
Hokkaido, Japan: Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Noboribetsu Jigokudani Day Tour | Chinese and Japanese Guide
Hokkaido, Japan: Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Noboribetsu Jigokudani Day Tour | Chinese and Japanese Guide
Hokkaido, Japan: Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Noboribetsu Jigokudani Day Tour | Chinese and Japanese Guide
Hokkaido, Japan: Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Noboribetsu Jigokudani Day Tour | Chinese and Japanese Guide

Hokkaido, Japan: Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Noboribetsu Jigokudani Day Tour | Chinese and Japanese Guide

Japan-Hokkaido , Sapporo , Noboribetsu , Toyako , Showa-shinzan
4.5Very Good
Sold 700+
Booking confirmation: within 4 days before the departure
Duration:10 hour(s)
Guided language: 中文
Free cancellation 11 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present your e-voucher and passport on-site
[5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypeShared tour
Transportation methodTransfer from meeting point
Minimum participant requirement4 travelers
Sightseeing typeNatural sights
TransportCharter car

Product Info

The content of this product is provided by machine translation and may not reflect the actual information, please take this into consideration before booking.

The vehicle model will be adjusted according to the actual number of passengers.

Due to the intensified snow and wind conditions in Hokkaido this year, the itinerary has been adjusted. The new itinerary will be implemented from December 20th (inclusive). We appreciate your understanding.

New itinerary:

Meeting Point A: Sapporo Station North Exit Bus Parking Lot

Meeting time: 7:40 AM Departure time: 7:50 AM

Meeting Point B: Statue of Hope, Odori Park

Meeting time: 8:00 AM Departure time: 8:05 AM

09:50-10:40 Noboribetsu Jigokudani (50-minute stop)

11:40-13:20 Showa Shinzan (approximately 100 minutes stop, including lunch at your own expense)

13:35-13:55 Lake Toya (20-minute stop, extended after the snow season ends)

14:10-14:30 Seru Observatory (20-minute stop)

14:40-15:40 Snow World Toya (60-minute stop, limited to the snow season, expected from mid-December to late March of the following year)

*After the snow season ends, the stay at Snow World Toya will be changed to a stay at Lake Toya.

Arrive in Sapporo at 18:00 (will not return to Odori Park)

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The itinerary before December 20th will proceed as originally planned. However, due to snow and frequent traffic congestion, and to ensure safety and other factors, the time spent at attractions may be reduced. We appreciate your understanding.

Meeting Point A: Sapporo Station North Exit Bus Parking Lot

Meeting time: 7:50

Departure time: 7:55

Meeting Point B: Hope Statue in Odori Park

Meeting time: 8:00

Departure time: 8:05

9:50 Noboribetsu Jigokudani (approximately 60-minute stop)

11:50 Showa Shinzan (approximately 100-minute stop, including lunch at your own expense)

Choose one of the following options (A~C) from 13:40 to 15:50 (only for old itineraries before December 20, 2025).

Option A: Lake Toya day trip onsen experience (at your own expense)

-> Lake Toya, Nonokaze Onsen (approximately 90 minutes stay)
->Cerulean Observatory (15 minutes)
->Snow World Toya (stops only during the ski season; does not stop at other times)
*Reference price for a day trip to Lake Toya onsen: JPY 1200 per person, same price for adults and children.

Option B: Lake Toya steamboat (at your own expense)

-> Lake Toya boat trip (approximately 90-minute stop)
->Cerulean Observatory (15 minutes)
->Snow World Toya (stops only during the ski season; does not stop at other times)
*Steamboat reference price: Adults JPY 1,600; Primary school students JPY 800
One bus every 60 minutes in winter

Option C: Snow World Toya (Only during the ski season, optional and at your own expense)
->Lake Toya (stopover for passengers on options A/B to disembark)
->Cerulean Observatory (15 minutes)
->Snow World Toya (approximately 90-minute stop)

*Snow World Toya requires no entrance fee; snowmobile price reference:
Single person JPY 15,000; Double person JPY 20,000
*The snow season is expected to last from mid-December to late March of the following year.

Depart at 15:50 for Sapporo, and disband near Sapporo Station at 18:00 (will not return to Odori Park).

*Arrival time is for reference only; please refer to the actual arrival time for the specific time.

Purchase Notice

【Travel Conditions】

Travel origin and destination: Hokkaido Travel duration: Day trip Transportation method: Bus Bus company: Hualou International Tourism Co., Ltd. Meals: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 0 times Accommodation facilities: None Minimum number of people in a group: 4 people Tour leader: 1

【Travel Planning and Execution】

Operating company name: Yamato Trabel Co., Ltd. Address: 2F, 3-9-24 Maejima, Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture
License Number: Okinawa Prefecture Governor's Travel Business Registration No. 2-344

Reminders

  • A minimum of 4 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

  • Please arrive at the designated location 5 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time

  • 預約時，請務必提供您的聯絡方式（開通國際漫遊的手機號碼 /Line /Whatsapp /Wechat ）客服最晚會於出發前1日21:00（當地時間）與您確認行程，敬請留意。 若超時未聯繫，請聯絡客服。

  • 本行程為固定行程，還請參加本行程的顧客，務必遵守各景點停留時間並聽從司導安排。

  • 車內空間有限，每位旅客只可免費限帶1件28吋（含）以下托運行李，請訂購時備註告知。若確需攜帶1件以上托運行李，超過件數部分需支付佔位費用 JPY 2,000／件（冬季旅遊旺季按 JPY 6,000／件計費，具體時間可咨詢客服），大型行李按2件計，佔位費用現場支付給司機。

  • 天然景色受當日氣候影響，屬不可抗力之因素，如未如預期欣賞到預期景色，將不退費，敬請知悉！

  • 行程中途，若自行脫團者，將視同交易無效，將不會退還任何費用。且若因此導致人身、財產安全，後果須自行承擔。

  • 如遇天氣原因，突發事件等不可抗力，不可預見因素導致無法成團，費用全退，不賠償違約金。

  • 高齡者、患有高血壓、心臟病等心血管疾病患者、孕婦等不可以參加本次行程。

  • 根據當日交通路況、天氣、節日、人潮影響，各行程抵達時間有可能發生變化，如遇前述或其他不可抗力之因素 行程發生延遲或取消，還請見諒，並不可以此為由要求退還費用。

  • 請務必遵守日本當地法律規範，切勿攜帶日本法律禁止攜帶之物品，避免觸犯法律影響自身權益。

  • 自由活動時，請注意自身人身、財物安全，如未聽勸告發生意外或造成損失後果自行負責。建議購買個人旅遊保險。

  • 因北海道地區冬季風雪頻繁，受積雪、路面結冰等不可抗力因素影響，可能導致交通事故或行程停留時間調整。如因非可控因素造成行程變動，恕無法作為差評或退款之依據。介意者請斟酌下單。

FAQ

1. What makes Lake Toya a renowned travel destination in Hokkaido?

Lake Toya is renowned for its stunning caldera lake, formed by volcanic activity, offering breathtaking panoramic views. It's famous for its clear waters, the volcanic island of Nakajima at its center, and the surrounding active volcanoes like Mount Usu and Showa Shinzan. The area is also well-known for its hot spring resorts and the nightly firework displays during summer, contributing to its appeal as a natural wonder.

2. What activities can visitors enjoy around Lake Toya?

Visitors can enjoy various activities around Lake Toya. Popular options include boat cruises to Nakajima Island, scenic drives along the lakeside, and exploring the numerous walking trails that offer spectacular views. In winter, some areas may offer snow activities. The region also features hot spring resorts and a vibrant local culinary scene to experience.

3. What is the geological history of Lake Toya and its surrounding volcanoes like Showa Shinzan?

Lake Toya is a caldera lake, a result of massive volcanic eruptions thousands of years ago. It is surrounded by active volcanoes, notably Mount Usu and Showa Shinzan. Showa Shinzan impressively rose from a flat field between 1943 and 1945, making it a relatively new geological formation. The area's dynamic volcanic history shapes its unique landscape and geothermal activity.

4. What are the main attractions to explore during a day trip to Noboribetsu Jigokudani?

During a day trip to Noboribetsu Jigokudani, visitors can explore the dramatic "Hell Valley," a volcanic crater from which steam and sulfuric gases continuously erupt, creating an otherworldly landscape. Key attractions include walking along the designated boardwalks to viewpoints, witnessing the boiling hot springs and mud pits, and experiencing the unique smell of sulfur. Nearby, visitors can also find footbaths and hot spring resorts.

5. Is swimming permitted in Lake Toya, and what other water-based activities are available?

Swimming in Lake Toya is generally not recommended due to water temperature and environmental considerations. However, visitors can enjoy various other water-based activities. These include taking sightseeing cruises across the lake, renting paddle boats or kayaks, and participating in fishing excursions. The lake's calm waters and scenic surroundings provide a peaceful setting for these activities.

6. What are the best viewpoints around Lake Toya to see Mount Yotei?

Mount Yotei, often called "Ezo Fuji" due to its resemblance to Mount Fuji, can be admired from several viewpoints around Lake Toya. Excellent spots include the Silo Observation Deck, which offers expansive views of Lake Toya with Mount Yotei in the background, and certain points along the lakeside drive. Clear weather conditions provide the best chances for a spectacular view of the cone-shaped peak.

7. What are the transportation options for reaching Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Noboribetsu Jigokudani from Sapporo?

To reach these destinations from Sapporo, a popular and convenient option is to join a guided bus tour. These tours typically depart from Sapporo and provide transportation to Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Noboribetsu Jigokudani, handling all logistics. Alternatively, individual travelers can use JR trains to stations like Toya or Noboribetsu, followed by local buses or taxis to reach the specific attractions.

8. What unique features can visitors experience at Showa Shinzan, the active volcano near Lake Toya?

At Showa Shinzan, visitors can marvel at a relatively new active volcano that visibly grew out of a flat field. Its unique features include reddish-brown, rugged slopes and the continuous emission of smoke, providing a stark reminder of its volcanic activity. Visitors can also explore the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch nearby for an interactive experience with bears, making it a distinctive natural and wildlife attraction.

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