Hokkaido Winter Exclusive: Hokkaido Asahiyama Zoo & Internet-Famous Christmas Tree & Shirogane Blue Pond & Ningle Terrace One-Day Tour | Depart from Sapporo
- Select multiple winter-exclusive routes, allowing you to combine popular spots like Asahikawa Zoo penguins, Shikisai no Oka snowfield, Shirasu Waterfall ice formations, Ningle Terrace light secret, Shirogane Blue Pond blue ice, and Biei Christmas trees, unlocking Hokkaido's pure white romance.
- Offers morning / noon dual-time departure routes, so whether you want to wake up early to chase snow or sleep in and depart leisurely, you can find a suitable itinerary pace.
- Bilingual (Chinese and English) guides accompany you throughout the journey, providing attentive explanations with no language communication barriers.
- Vehicles pick you up directly at the meeting point and drop you off after the trip, saving you time and worry.
What to expect
Hokkaido Winter Limited One-Day Tour, departing from Sapporo, with multiple routes to choose from. No need to worry about planning transfers, unlock the snowy scenery of the northern country.
A｜Asahiyama Zoo + Shikisai no Oka (optional snowmobile): Check in at Japan’s northernmost zoo and watch the penguin parade in the snow; stroll through the vast, silvery white snowfield of Shikisai no Oka, where you can experience snowmobiling and enjoy the fun of the icy wilderness.
B｜Asahiyama Zoo + Shirasu Falls: Visit the adorable Asahiyama Zoo to meet penguins and seals; head to Shirasu Falls nestled in the mountains, admire the ice-encircled waterfall, and experience the serene mountain scenery of Hokkaido.
C｜Blue Pond Illumination: Visit Shirogane Blue Pond, where the winter snow reflects the blue ice, and after the evening illumination, the pond water presents a dreamy blue hue, immersing you in the tranquil atmosphere of a snowy night.
D｜Ningle Terrace + Blue Pond Illumination: Check in at two winter-limited night views at once. Ningle Terrace features twinkling lights in the forest cabins, paired with the dreamy illumination of the Blue Pond, to experience the fairy-tale night of the snow country.
🐧Asahiyama Zoo｜Hokkaido’s Winter Adorable Paradise Asahiyama Zoo is Japan’s northernmost popular zoo. In snowy weather, you can watch penguins walk in the snow, raccoons act cute, and seals play. Every scene is soft, cute, and healing. ❄️Shikisai no Oka｜Hokkaido’s Winter Snowmobile Thrill Ride In winter, Shikisai no Oka is covered in silver. Ride a snowmobile across the snowfield, feel the speed and freedom, and encounter the vast tranquility of Hokkaido. 🌲Christmas Tree｜Biei Town’s Solitary Healing Check-in Spot The “Lonely Christmas Tree” in Biei Town, a single spruce standing alone in the field, resembles a Christmas tree. It’s tranquil and healing, and every shot is a Japanese-style blockbuster, making it an iconic check-in spot in Hokkaido. 💦Shirasu Falls｜Hokkaido’s Serene Natural Secret Realm Shirasu Falls is named for its water flow resembling an old man’s white beard. The water trickles, mist rises, and the mountain air is crisp. Standing on the observation deck and looking into the distance can soothe all restlessness. ✨Ningle Terrace｜Hokkaido’s Winter Ice and Snow Fairy Tale Visiting Hokkaido in winter, you must go to the Ningle Terrace for its illumination! Warm yellow lanterns adorn the forest, soft light spills over the white snow, the fairy cabins are small and nimble, and the “crunch” of walking on snow is healing. Every step is a real-life ice and snow fairy tale. 💎Shirogane Blue Pond｜Hokkaido’s Dreamy Blue Secret Realm Biei Shirogane Blue Pond is hidden deep in the forest. Due to volcanic minerals, it presents a dreamy milky blue color. In winter, blue ice reflects the snow, and at night, it’s illuminated, creating a tranquil, ethereal, and healing atmosphere.
Reviews
really recommed. more comfortable like privacy one with just a small group. tour guide translate english to me even all the people was chinese group. i really satisfied. the time gave also for me enough for walking around not too rush. really satisfy. goood!!! the scenery along the journey is also beautiful.
At first, we couldn’t go to the Christmas tree due to a snowstorm and bad weather. After the weather improved, our tour guide suggested going there. I was so happy because I finally visited the place I really wanted to see. He speaks Chinese, English, and Japanese, which made communication very easy. Highly recommended!
This tour is recommended to those who’s traveling with family. View was amazing, driver drove smoothly. Though it’s snowing whole day but we really enjoy the view and the trip.
I'm not sure why the pre-trip notification email wasn't sent to the main contact person; instead, I saw it in an email from one of my travel companions, and we almost didn't know which vehicle to board. People who choose small group tours likely want to avoid issues that can arise with large groups, so everyone in our small group was punctual and well-behaved. Although a few people were slightly late, it was still within the buffer time. Since it's essentially one activity after another, there's no dedicated lunch break, so I recommend bringing some convenient snacks to eat on the go.
The itinerary is packed and every spot is beautiful, but the driving time is long and the stops are relatively short, so you might not be able to enjoy everything to the fullest. It would be better if we could stay longer~
It's good when there are fewer people; everything moves faster. It's more convenient than going by yourself and following a plan to every place.
Small groups mean less waiting. The driver on this trip was very nice and friendly. He also made sure we had eaten and used the restroom, and took us to 7-11 along the way, always waiting for us.
You can visit all four attractions in a day trip, but it would be better if the time allocation was more even. The stop at Shirahige Falls was too short, only 20 minutes, but the stop at the Biei Christmas Tree was also 20 minutes. However, the Biei Christmas Tree attraction has no food or restrooms, so I hope you can adjust the activity duration.
The Japanese tour guide was very attentive and patient, as well as funny and professional. However, the itinerary was a bit rushed, and there wasn't enough time to take pictures at each attraction, making it a bit fleeting.
Five-star rating! Even though the itinerary was rushed, we were safely transported to each destination. On the way back, the driver even slowed down so we could see the cute little deer 🦌
Good to know
- We will send you an email between 16:00 and 21:00 the day before your trip, containing: meeting time, license plate number, tour guide, and the tour guide's social contact information. Please be sure to check your email (it may be in your spam folder!). Do not be late on the day of the trip, and no refunds or changes are allowed on the day! So you must check your email and add the tour guide!!!
- Please keep your mobile phone accessible during the tour so that relevant reception staff can contact you! If you have not received an email by 21:00, please contact our company.
- For those using LINE, due to LINE's regional restrictions, the tour guide cannot directly add you as a friend via your LINE number the day before the trip. Therefore, we will create a LINE group the day before the trip and email the LINE group link to you. After receiving the email, please actively click the link to join the LINE group to facilitate timely communication with the tour guide. Thank you!
- In addition, all travel itineraries of our company do not include travel insurance. Outdoor activities involve specific risks and dangers. The company is not responsible for any physical damage or injury caused by accidents or unforeseen factors. Please purchase your own insurance!! 🚗 Itinerary Transportation There are many snowy roads in winter, and traffic jams are common on weekends and holidays. The order of the itinerary can be slightly adjusted according to road conditions, and the time loss caused by traffic jams is not covered by compensation. ⛰️ Attraction Adjustments
In case of heavy snow, strong winds, or temporary closure of attractions, they can be replaced with attractions of equal value, and refunds are not supported. 🍱 Dining Instructions
Meals are not included in the product, and you can purchase them at service areas and convenience stores along the way. 🤧 Travel Reminders
Winters in Hokkaido are extremely cold. Please wear thick cold-weather clothing and anti-slip snow boots; you may also prepare motion sickness medicine. 🖼️ Sightseeing Statement
Scenery varies depending on the weather and seasons, and pictures are for reference only; nighttime illumination is affected by weather, and illumination may be canceled in case of extreme weather.
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