Things to do in Panorama Road

my parenys described it as “perfect” so worth it to book! plus the food and ice cream is good according to my almost senior parents

Our guide, Xiao Zhou, is a very enthusiastic and kind person from Northeast China. Traveling during the off-season meant the overall pace of the trip was just right. The driver was a kind-looking Japanese gentleman. Shikisai-no-oka in early October didn't have lavender, but the undulating flower fields combined with the clear sky were still stunning. Farm Tomita in Furano was slightly less impressive without the lavender, but there were many lavender-related souvenirs. On the way back, the guide mentioned that traffic can be unpredictable in Hokkaido during winter snowfalls, with long traffic jams, driver fatigue, and a higher risk of accidents. As someone who prefers traditional Chinese wellness practices, I find sitting for long periods uncomfortable. I hope the company can pay more attention to the issue of fatigue and the well-being of elderly drivers. I was the only person from mainland China among the 11 people on the day trip, which was similar to my experience in Kyushu in May. Everyone else was young.

We were lucky to have beautiful weather that day, with clear blue skies and fluffy white clouds, and colorful flowers blooming everywhere. Even though there were many tourists visiting at the same time, it didn't affect the quality of the experience. I recommend purchasing a tour package that includes a meal.

Our tour guide, Chou Cheng, was the best part of this trip. He was kind, friendly, funny, and provided professional introductions to all the attractions. He was also very patient, repeating explanations for tourists from different countries, and enthusiastically helped us take photos. Coupled with a smooth itinerary and beautiful scenery, this tour is highly recommended!

Our tour guide, Ms. Sakura, was enthusiastic in introducing Hokkaido's travel information, culture, and history. While the itinerary felt a bit tight, it's a great option for travelers who aren't driving.

In the summer, Furano and Biei in Hokkaido boast fields of lavender and colorful flowers in full bloom. The blue sky and white clouds reflect against golden wheat fields and verdant hills, creating a picturesque and refreshing landscape.

What a fun and fulfilling day! Many thanks to our guide, Sakura-chan! She was so "genki" (energetic) and patient with both pick-up/drop-off and explanations – she felt like a good friend to everyone. She repeated important information multiple times in different languages to ensure every tourist understood, and she shared many interesting stories and anecdotes that made the drive less boring. Knowing I was traveling alone, she took extra care of me, which I really appreciated! The driver was also very polite and professional, drove smoothly, and was very punctual. I'm so glad I booked this tour. I was able to safely and effortlessly experience the beautiful scenery of Furano. It was well worth the trip!

Our guide is very informative and caring. She provided lots of useful information about the sites in advance before we arrived to ensure that we had the best experience, such as the availability of buggy to travel around Shikisai-no-Oka (2500 yen), which is a great option if you have a group of four. If you are a fan of lavender products, you can consider buying massage oil / aroma oil at Farm Tomita (slightly more expensive) / Shikisai-no-Oka (cheaper 6600 yen after tax). The fragrance of lavendar will surely bring back memories of this trip. Lavender pillow making session is not very interesting for adults though. It would be great if you have a kid of a young age like 3-6 years old. It is a quick 5 minute session with lavender seeds being sprinkled on cotton filling, topped up with lavender mist to zest it up. The lunch order is a must and a value deal as there is nothing to eat nearby. In early August, the lavender at Farm Tomita already got harvested and some parts may have become empty. The guide said that lavender bloomed in late July usually. Still, the views at Farm Tomita and Shikisai-no-Oka are breathtaking. As for Shirogane blue pond, it’s not very attractive personally. Maybe the weather was cloudy and the reflection of the pond wasn’t as amazing as we thought it would be.