Hokkaido Winter Fairytale | Asahiyama Zoo Penguin Walk / Biei Dreamy Snow Views / Ningle Terrace Day Tour
- Visit the immensely popular Asahiyama Zoo and experience the energy and charm of Hokkaido's animals up close.
- Enjoy Hokkaido's three landmark attractions and witness the charm of animals and natural wonders in one day.
- Experience the adorable daily lives of northern animals! Penguins, otters, and polar bears await you at Asahiyama Zoo.
What to expect
Step into silver-clad Hokkaido and embark on a winter fairytale journey full of surprises and romance!
From the endearing penguins at Asahiyama Zoo to Biei's dreamy ice and snow wonderland, and the twinkling Ningle Terrace deep in the forest, enjoy the unique natural charm of Hokkaido's winter all in one day.
This tour specially features two selected routes: Route A and Route B! Whether you are fond of dreamy snowscapes and natural wonders, or want to get close to cute animals and experience snow activities, you can find your own northern winter memories. Easily explore Hokkaido's popular winter attractions led by experienced tour guides!
[Asahiyama Zoo]
One of Hokkaido's most popular zoos, famous for its unique "behavioral exhibits" that allow visitors to observe the natural and dynamic living postures of animals up close. The most anticipated event in winter is undoubtedly the penguin walk in the snow. Watching the cute penguins waddling through the white snow, along with the wonderful performances of polar bears, seals, and other animals, brings boundless joy and emotion to adults and children alike!
[Ningle Terrace]
A dreamy fairytale village hidden deep in the forests of Furano. Warm little log cabins are scattered among the snowy woods, and soft lights reflect on the pristine snow, as if walking into a secret world inhabited by elves. Stroll along the wooden walkways, admire special handicrafts, and experience the romantic atmosphere unique to Hokkaido's winter in the tranquil forest.
[Route A: Shirohige Waterfall + Blue Pond]
[Shirohige Waterfall] The pristine white waterfall pours down from the crevices of the rocks, flowing into the azure Biei River, forming a striking contrast with the surrounding ice and snow landscape. The rushing waterfall, crystal-clear ice and snow, and pure white mountain forest intertwine to showcase the breathtaking natural beauty of Hokkaido's winter.
[Blue Pond] Biei's most representative dreamy secret spot. In winter, the pond surface gradually freezes and is covered by thick white snow, with dead trees standing quietly within it, presenting a mysterious scene completely different from summer, just like a quiet and beautiful winter scroll.
[Route B: Biei Chiyoda Farm]
Step into the snow-covered Biei countryside, gaze into the distance at the rolling mountains and vast snowy plains, and experience the pure and magnificent winter scenery of Hokkaido! Here, you can get up close and personal with cute farm animals like ponies and alpacas, enjoying a warm and fun interactive time. Travelers who love thrilling experiences can also pay at their own expense to participate in winter snow activities such as snowmobiling, and fully experience the joy brought by speed and ice and snow in the vast snowy plains!
Reviews
Today's tour was led by Oscar. The guide was humorous and funny, and the itinerary was well-arranged. Each part of the tour flowed seamlessly, making for a very comfortable experience. The penguins were really cute 😍. I'm very happy with today's tour. Thank you, Oscar!
I’m really happy to have Mandy as our guide. friendly, kind, and helpful throughout the whole day. I didn’t have any language problems to communication at all, which was something I was quite worried about at first, but she explained everything clearly and made communication very easy. she also gave us a lot of great recommendations for places to visit and souvenirs to buy and bring back to my country, which I really appreciated. The only small thing is that the time at each location felt a bit short, so we had to rush and couldn’t fully enjoy every place. However, I completely understand because there were many places to visit within just one day. Overall, it was a very enjoyable day trip.
The trip was great, but I was very disappointed that we couldn’t go to Ningle Terrace due to traffic control 😭
We had more time in this tour than the other tour we booked with the same company. We enjoyed this one as we had more time to explore and soak in the beauty of Hokkaido.
We had a wonderful day trip to Asahiyama Zoo! The zoo is beautifully designed with unique enclosures that let you see the animals up close. The penguin walk was a highlight and absolutely unforgettable. Oscar, our tour guide, was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend visiting through this tour as it was a memorable and enjoyable experience.
The activities offered allow families to visit comfortably, especially at the zoo where penguins welcome you. It's a shame the Nickel Terrace hasn't been lit up yet.
This is my second time joining a Hokkaido day tour ~ I really like this itinerary. The beautiful guide, Mandy, is very kind and considerate and is a very qualified guide. I had a lot of fun today. I will join other tours again next time I come to Hokkaido.
Recommended for those who wanted to go for a day trip at last minute. I booked this trip last night for tomorrow and get instant confirmation from them. Great.
We booked the “Asahiyama Zoo, Shirohige Falls, and Ningle Terrace Day Trip” via Easy Go and had such a wonderful experience! Our tour guide, Vivi, was excellent from start to finish. She was very accommodating, systematic, and incredibly attentive to everyone in the group. She explained the itinerary clearly, kept everything well-organized, and made sure we were comfortable throughout the trip. Vivi’s friendly and professional attitude really made the experience even more enjoyable. Overall, we had a really great time and would definitely recommend this tour — especially if you’re lucky enough to have Vivi as your guide!
It was an exciting and enjoyable trip, and guided by Ms. Mandy who helped us along the way. I recommend this trip to others. Thank you, Mandy.
Good to know
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before departure. The bus will depart on time, so please be sure to observe the boarding time. Latecomers will not be eligible for refunds or any compensation, please be advised.
- Sometimes, due to regular closures of various facilities or restrictions on visiting hours, you may arrive at the next attraction earlier or the tour may end sooner, thank you for your understanding.
- Sometimes the bus may be delayed due to traffic jams or bad weather. If you plan to take other transportation afterwards, please reserve plenty of time to catch your next ride.
- Sometimes this tour must be canceled due to natural disasters or abnormal weather conditions. In such cases, please inquire to confirm the departure status.
- Please note that the schedule for this tour is for reference only. The exact schedule of the day may change due to Japanese laws and regulations, traffic conditions, number of participants, or other force majeure events.
- When a minibus or Hiace is operating, the sightseeing driver will provide introductions for you instead of a tour guide, thank you for your understanding.
- The time spent visiting each attraction is determined by conditions such as traffic flow on the route or the number of participants on the day.
- Customers participating in the day tour are advised to avoid booking dinners or other activities in advance, especially those with flights on the same day. We will not assume any liability for compensation if you are unable to attend pre-booked dinners or other activities on time due to traffic congestion, or if you miss your flight as a result. We ask for your understanding and cooperation.
- Sometimes, due to traffic issues, blizzards, or other severe weather, it may not be possible to visit Ningle Terrace, the Seven Star Tree, or the Ken & Mary Tree, please kindly understand.
- Due to Japanese labor laws, the legal working hours of drivers are strictly restricted. In the event of blizzards, poor road conditions, traffic congestion, highway closures, or other factors, the itinerary may need to be temporarily adjusted, including canceling attractions or shortening visit durations, please understand. The itinerary of the day will be flexibly adjusted based on actual conditions. Ningle Terrace is the last attraction of the day, and in the event of the above circumstances, its visit is highly likely to be cancelled without prior notice. Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and support!
- Asahiyama Zoo will be closed and operations suspended during the period from 2030/12/30 to 2027/1/1 (Note: as written in source).
- Due to traffic issues, severe weather such as blizzards, or visitor capacity limits at Ningle Terrace, it may not be possible to visit Ningle Terrace, and it will be replaced by a 30-minute visit to the "Takushinkan", please understand.
- Winter in Hokkaido is the peak tourism season, and restaurants and shops at attractions may be relatively crowded during peak hours. To make your trip smoother and more comfortable, it is recommended that you prepare some simple light meals (such as rice balls, sandwiches, bread, etc.) in advance so that you can replenish your energy at any time during the trip and save time standing in line.
- Snowmobile experiences and other projects at Biei Chiyoda Farm are paid activities, and guests need to purchase tickets on-site by themselves. Please prepare cash in advance.
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