About this activity
Book a guaranteed departure one-day tour of Hokkaido and visit Asahiyama Zoo, Shirahige Waterfall, and Blue Pond all in one day!
Highlights
- What You Can Expect => Duration: 10 hour(s) 20 minute(s)
- 1 Day => Meal(s) of the Day: , Depart from Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel
- , Depart from Sapporo TV Tower, 1F (In front of the Information Center)
- , Please look for the "Easy GO" flag at the meeting point
- , Sunagawa Service Area (15 minutes)
- 10:30, Asahiyama Zoo (approx
- 90 minutes)
- , Get up close and personal to different animals
- , Observe them in their natural habitats
- , Itinerary from April 27–November 30: Patchwork Road (Admire the views from the vehicle)
- 12:30, Itinerary from April 27–November 30: Seven Stars Tree (Explore freely for 15 minutes)
- , Itinerary from April 27–November 30: Tree of Ken and Mary (Admire the views from the vehicle)
- , Itinerary from December 1–April 7: Seven Stars Tree in Biei or Tree of Ken and Mary (Alight from the vehicle and visit for 15 minutes) *The guide will choose between the 2 locations (Seven Stars Tree in Biei or Tree of Ken and Mary) depending on the on-site conditions on the day of the tour
- , Herb Garden Restaurant (Lunch time: 60 minutes; Choose lunch yourself or choose from the buffet) *Photos are for reference only
- Please refer to the actual items on-site
- 14:30, Itinerary from April 27–November 30: Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) (approx
- 30 minutes)
- , Shirahige Waterfall (approx
- 20 minutes)
- , Take in spectacular views of the High and Low Falls
- 15:40, Itinerary from December 1–April 7: New Furano Prince Hotel - Ningle Terrace (approx
- 40 minutes)
- , *Due to high visitor numbers at Ningle Terrace, and to improve travel quality and address transportation concerns, the attraction will be replaced with a 30-minute visit to Biei Blue Pond from December 28, 2024, to February 28, 2025
- We appreciate your understanding
- , Iwamizawa Service Area (approx
- 10 minutes)
- , Arrive at Sapporo TV Tower
- , Arrive at Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel
- , Please note that the itinerary times are for reference only
- The actual schedule may vary due to Japanese laws and regulations, traffic conditions, the number of participants, or other unforeseen circumstances
Details
Product Info: — Attractions Info —[Asahiyama Zoo]Located at the northernmost point of Japan, Asahiyama Zoo is the most visited zoo in Japan and has been voted the most popular by the public. The zoo focuses on creating enclosures based on the animals' natural behaviors, preserving their most natural and primal living environments. It is designed to allow visitors to observe and interact with the animals up close. The winter-only penguin walk show is one of the highlights of Hokkaido tourism each year.[Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike)]Located on the left bank of the Biei River in Hokkaido, Japan, at an altitude of approximately 500 meters, the Blue Pond is renowned for its crystal-clear, azure waters. Surrounded by mist, it exudes a dreamy, ethereal beauty. The water’s color changes with the seasons, weather, and environmental conditions, creating various hues. The interplay of the pond with the surrounding forest offers a uniquely enchanting landscape.[Shirahige Waterfall]Shirahige Waterfall, with a drop of 30 meters and located at an altitude of 600 meters, is situated in the Shirogane Onsen area of Biei Town. The waterfall, named for the way its water cascades from the crevices in the rocks, resembles a white beard. Additionally, the water flowing from underground continually crashes against the rocks, creating spectacular blue-tinted spray and a breathtaking, pleasant view.[Seven Stars Tree]In 1976, this cedar tree, along with the surrounding scenery, was featured on the packaging of Seven Stars cigarettes in Japan. Since then, the tree has been known as the Seven Stars Tree.[Tree of Ken and Mary]The Ken & Mary Tree is a birch tree standing in the fields of Furano, renowned for its appearance in a 1970s Nissan Skyline commercial. The birch tree symbolizes purity, beauty, resilience, and vitality, while the romantic couple “Ken” and “Mary” in the ad add a symbolic meaning of love. Today, the tree is a popular photo spot for tourists, appreciated for its profound symbolism and charming scenery.[Ningle Terrace (Winter Itinerary)]Ningle comes from the book of the same name by author Sō Kuramoto. It refers to the “forest wise men” who have lived in the forests of Hokkaido for a long time, standing just 15 cm tall. Today, in the "little village" of Ningle Terrace, under each of the wooden cabins, there are still artisans who carry on the “forest wisdom.” They do not merely create handmade crafts but also engage in the act of “creation.”*Due to high visitor numbers at Ningle Terrace, and to improve travel quality and address transportation concerns, the attraction will be replaced with a 30-minute visit to Biei Blue Pond from December 28, 2024, to February 28, 2025. We appreciate your understanding.[Farmhouse Cuisine at Herb Garden Restaurant]The Herb Garden Restaurant in Furano is renowned for its authentic farmhouse flavors and fresh ingredients. Here, you can enjoy genuine farmhouse cuisine while taking in the stunning views of the Tokachi Mountains and picturesque rural scenery through the windows. In winter, the restaurant offers warm hot pot dishes to provide a comforting meal after visiting Asahiyama Zoo. Additionally, you can opt for DIY lavender pillow-making experiences or purchase Furano's local products, bringing the unique aroma and comfort of Furano back home. If you choose a package without meals, you can still order freely from the restaurant's menu. Besides the buffet, the restaurant also offers traditional Japanese dishes such as ramen, soba noodles, and curry rice.— Itinerary Info —[Winter Itinerary from December 1, 2024 to April 7, 2025]7:40 am Depart from Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel7:50 am Depart from Sapporo TV Tower9:05 am Sunagawa Service Area (approx. 15 minutes)10:30 am Asahiyama Zoo (approx. 90 minutes)12:30 pm Seven Stars Tree in Biei or Tree of Ken and Mary (Alight from the vehicle and visit for 15 minutes)1:05 pm Herb Garden Furano - Farmhouse Cuisine at the Restaurant (Choose your own lunch or purchase the package that includes a meal; 60 minutes)2:30 pm Shirahige Waterfall (approx. 20 minutes)3:40 pm New Furano Prince Hotel - Ningle Terrace (approx. 40 minutes) *Due to high visitor numbers at Ningle Terrace, and to improve travel quality and address transportation concerns, the attraction will be replaced with a 30-minute visit to Biei Blue Pond from December 28, 2024, to February 28, 2025. We appreciate your understanding.5:40 pm Iwamizawa Service Area6:30 pm Arrive at Sapporo TV Tower6:40 pm Arrive at Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel[Summer Itinerary from April 27, 2025 to November 30, 2025]8:10 am Depart from Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel8:20 am Depart from Sapporo TV Tower, 1F (In front of the Information Center)9:20 am Sunagawa Service Area (approx. 15 minutes)10:30 am Asahiyama Zoo (approx. 90 minutes)[-----------] Patchwork Road (Admire the views from the vehicle)12:30 pm Seven Stars Tree (Explore freely for 15 minutes)[-----------] Tree of Ken and Mary (Admire the views from the vehicle)1:10 pm Herb Garden Restaurant (Lunch Buffet: 60 minutes)2:30 pm Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) (approx. 30 minutes)3:05 pm Shirahige Waterfall (approx. 20 minutes)5:35 pm Iwamizawa Service Area (approx. 10 minutes)6:25 pm Arrive at Sapporo TV Tower6:30 pm Arrive at Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel.
Know Before You Go
Reminders: Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time. How to Use Your Voucher: Please present the e-voucher on-site. Validity Period: The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration.
What To Bring
Purchase Notice: Each guest can bring an infant under the age of 3 for free, seating and meals are not provided; in this case, please specify this request when booking. If the child needs a seat, please book a child ticket There's limited vehicle capacity and passengers are not allowed to bring luggage onboardTravelers can leave the tour at any attraction on the itinerary but will not be allowed to rejoin. If you need to leave during the tour, please note so in the "Requests & Remarks" section when bookingBuffet lunch: More than 30 dishes, including Genghis Khan pork (or chicken or lamb based on the availability on the day), BBQ, Furano omelette rice, Hokkaido soup cutty, Hokkaido ramen, freshly fried tempura, salad, ** Guests who book the same meal will be arranged to dine together.** If guests in one booking choose different meal options (i.e. some choose a buffet meal while some choose the all-you-can-eat cantaloupe meal), they will be arranged to dine separately. Please note that guests will not be allowed to change the meal option on-site【Travel conditions】Place of departure and destination: Sapporo/AsahikawaTour duration: Same-day returnTransportation: Chartered busBus company: 株式会社白馬交通北海道Meals included: Lunch (varies depending on the selected package)Accommodation: NoneMinimum requirement: 1 travelerTour manager: 0Tour guide: 1【Tour operator】Name: ㈱ジャパンホリデートラベル 札幌営業所Address: 北海道札幌市中央区大通西１丁目さっぽろテレビ塔１Fジャパンホリデートラベル札幌営業所Registration No.: 大阪府知事登録旅行業第2-2181号Association Name: 一般社団法人全国旅行業協会（大阪府支部） 正社員 一般社団法人全旅（大阪府旅行業協会）正社員 JATA協力会員
Location
Asahiyama Zoo, Kuranuema, Higashi Asahikawa Town, Asahikawa City, Hokkaido
