Hokkaido Winter Limited One-Day Tour: Asahiyama Zoo, Shirogane Blue Pond, Shirasu Waterfall, Shikisai-no-Oka (optional snowmobile experience), Ningle Terrace (Chinese and English speaking guide, departing from Sapporo)
- Round trip from Sapporo: Eliminate the hassle of transfers and easily explore the essential winter attractions of the Hokkaido region in one day.
- Winter-exclusive dual routes: Carefully planned [Classic Regular Route] & [Fun Play Route], choose between the two routes to visit all popular internet-famous attractions and meet your different needs.
- Popular winter experience: Watch the winter’s popular signature event, the “Penguin Parade,” at Asahiyama Zoo.
- Wooden fairy tale village hidden in the forest: Explore the secluded winter fairy tale secret realm, “Ningle Terrace.”
- Lonely romance on the snowfield: Drive past the “Ken & Mary Tree” in winter, a classic symbol of Hokkaido’s winter scenery.
- Icy dream wilderness: In winter, “Shikisai no Oka” transforms into a silver-clad wonderland. Gaze at the endless white snow in the distance and the boundless colors up close. Snowmobiling can be experienced at your own expense.
- Frozen sapphire: When Hokkaido’s harsh winter arrives, “Biei Blue Pond (Shirogane Blue Pond)” completes its most stunning “magic” of the year. There is no hustle and bustle here, only extreme purity and aloofness.
- Ice blue waterfall: The name “Shirahige Waterfall” vividly describes its scenic features. These countless streams of water. In winter, the area around the waterfall freezes into blue ice waterfalls, quiet and mysterious.
What to expect
Step onto the snowfields of Hokkaido, leaving the first footprints of winter. Classic Regular Route & Fun Play Route, choose between two options. Let’s go wild in the snow of Hokkaido! Join the winter signature limited event at Asahiyama Zoo: the Penguin Parade!
Route Introduction: 【Classic Regular Route】: ①Asahiyama Zoo - ②Ken & Mary Tree (drive-by view) - ③Shirahige Waterfall - ④Biei Blue Pond (Shirogane Blue Pond) - ⑤Ningle Terrace. 【Fun Play Route】: ①Asahiyama Zoo - ②Ken & Mary Tree (drive-by view) - ③Shikisai no Oka (optional snowmobile experience) - ④Ningle Terrace (on weekends and public holidays, this will be replaced with a visit to 【Takushinkan】).
Warm Reminder: For winter travel, please bring non-slip shoes, warm clothing, etc. The roads are slippery and heavily covered with snow, so please be sure to pay attention to safety!




















Reviews
First, a hundred thumbs up to our tour guide, Sunny! Her English is fluent, her Chinese is standard, and she shows no signs of job fatigue. She answers every question and always has a smile on her face – truly wonderful. The driver was very polite, greeting us every time we got on and off the bus, which is another reason to love Japan. Although the one-day tour was a bit rushed, we still got to see beautiful sights. Sunny also shared her list of recommended local eateries, which was a thoughtful bonus. Thank you, Klook!
very nice and well organized tour. our guide, Zooe, kept the group very organized. it was a bit rushed but there were so many places to go to so not bas
Very organized trip! Mr Hong, our tour guide was also very approachable and professional. He made sure everything was well conveyed to participants in different languages.
A journey is not just a movement through space, but an arrival of the soul; an excellent tour guide is the bridge connecting scenery and people's hearts. On this trip, I was fortunate enough to meet such a beautiful, kind-hearted, and sweet-voiced female tour guide, whose enthusiasm added much warmth to the entire journey. Along the way, the guide's explanations were well-organized and informative, eloquently narrating historical allusions and real-world scenery, giving life to the originally silent mountains, rivers, and architecture. She was also meticulous and thoughtful in her itinerary arrangements, ensuring both efficiency and ease, making people feel at ease. Even more commendable is that she consistently treats every tourist with a sincere attitude, showing great care in the smallest details, making people feel not just a service, but also a sense of responsibility and commitment. The scenery is beautiful because of the people, and the journey is warm because of the people. It is such a dedicated, professional, and warm tour guide who makes this trip more than just a "been there, done that" experience, but a memory worth savoring. A tour guide like this is someone you deserve!
The itinerary was completed, and transportation was smooth. The tour guide was very friendly, but we were grouped with too many mainland Chinese tourists who were of poor quality and often late. This was the only unsatisfactory part of the trip.
worth the price!!!, easy to book and instant confirmation
The tour guide's commentary was very informative and entertaining. Because the commute time will be longer, the time available for sightseeing will be compressed, but there will still be enough time.
Good experience and very good tour leader
good attitude your guide and friendly
The tour guide explained the attractions in great detail. Recommended!
Good to know
Asahiyama Zoo closure dates: November 4th to November 10th, December 30th to December 31st, January 1st, 2026, April 8th to April 28th, November 4th to November 10th, December 30th to December 30th
Pre-trip notice
* Between 17:00 and 21:00 the day before departure, we will contact you via the contact method you provided. If you do not receive information, please check your email. Emails may sometimes go into spam. During peak travel season, email delivery may be slightly delayed. If you receive multiple emails, please refer to the latest one. If you do not receive travel information, please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled meeting time on the day of departure and ask the tour guide. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
* If the number of participants does not reach the minimum required for a group, cancellation will be notified by email the day before departure. In case of extreme weather such as typhoons or blizzards, cancellation will be confirmed by 18:00 local time the day before departure and notified by email.
Seating and Vehicles
- The itinerary is a shared group tour, and seat allocation follows the first-come, first-served principle. If you have special requests, please make a note, and we will do our best to arrange it, but the final arrangement will be based on the actual situation on site.
- The vehicle model used will be arranged according to the number of participants and cannot be specified. For a small number of people, a driver who also serves as an attendant may be arranged, and the commentary content will be relatively brief.
- If you need to bring luggage, please inform us in advance. If you bring luggage without authorization, the tour guide has the right to refuse you boarding, and the fee will not be refunded. Eating and drinking are prohibited in the vehicle. If any damage is caused, compensation will be required according to local standards.
Itinerary Adjustments and Safety
- Japanese law stipulates that commercial vehicles may not be driven for more than 10 hours per day. Overtime will incur additional charges (ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 JPY per hour).
- The itinerary is for reference only. Actual traffic, stopovers, and sightseeing times may be adjusted due to weather, traffic jams, facility maintenance, and other conditions. The tour guide may reasonably change or reduce attractions based on the actual situation.
- If ropeways, boats, or other facilities are suspended due to weather or force majeure, the itinerary will be changed to visit other attractions or adjust the stopover time.
- If you are late due to personal reasons, temporarily change the meeting point, or leave the group midway, the fee will not be refunded. Any accidents or additional expenses incurred after leaving the group must be borne by yourself.
Season and Scenery
- In winter, if highways are closed or access to scenic spots is restricted due to special circumstances, we will reduce or change the route, and no refunds will be given.
Other Information
- Please arrive at the meeting point on time. No waiting will be provided for latecomers, and you cannot join midway.
- It is recommended to wear light clothing and shoes. For winter or mountain itineraries, please bring your own warm clothing.
* The itinerary does not include personal travel or accident insurance. It is recommended to purchase your own insurance. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports carry certain risks, so travelers should register carefully based on their health conditions.
* After the itinerary begins, if it is forced to be interrupted due to natural disasters or force majeure, the fee will not be refunded, and travelers will also need to bear the cost of return travel or additional accommodation.
* During Japanese public holidays and peak weekend travel, there are often severe traffic jams or attractions closing early. It is recommended not to book flights, Shinkansen, or dinner for the same evening, and to bring light snacks and a power bank.
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