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Noboribetsu Day Tour from Sapporo with Bear Park & Hell Valley

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Highlights

Brings your friends and family to join this exclusive round-trip bus tour from Sapporo!
Lake Toya and Showa Shinzan, which are also registered in the Lake Toya Usu Mountain Geopark.
Shikotsu-Toya National Park and Lake Toya&Showa Shinzan,which is the third largest caldera lake.
Learn about the tales behind the famous attractions with our knowledgeable tour guide!

What to expect

You will see the seasonal beauty of Lake Toya and Lake Shikotsu, visit the largest hot spring source in Noboribetsu, and experience the natural beauty of Shikotsu-Toya National Park.

What's included

Bus fare

Packages (2)

Schedule

07:40
Meet at the 1st floor lobby of the Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel.
07:50
Departure
The tour will sequentially visit the Sapporo TV Tower and the Noboribetsu Park Service Center to pick up guests. (The image is of the Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel.)
08:00
Pick up those boarding at the Sapporo TV Tower.
09:35
Noboribetsu Onsen, Hell Valley
Noboribetsu Onsen,the largest hot spring source,supplies hot water to hotels and inns in the city's hot spring district.At the bottom of the valley,which is 450m in diameter,there are 15 hells centered around the Great Hell,and it is said that an astonishing 3,000L of water gushes out every minute!
10:10
Customers boarding from Noboribetsu Park Service Center will join us.
10:50
Visit Cape Chikyu
Cape Chikyu is a popular tourist spot representing Hokkaido, having won first place in 'Hokkaido's Top 100 Nature Spots'.
12:05
Stopover and Sightseeing at Silo Observatory
The Silo Observatory, located on a hill on the west bank of Lake Toya, is a scenic spot where you can overlook the panoramic view of Lake Toya, which shines in blue. You can also see Nakajima, Mt. Usu, and Showa Shinzan.
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Sightseeing Around Lake Toya
Please choose either Pattern A or Pattern B from the schedule below.
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Pattern A Lake Toya Onsen Town (70 min) + Showa Shinzan (40 min)
Enjoy a stroll along Lake Toya, visit free foot baths (towel recommended), or explore the Toya Lake Visitor Center.
At Showa Shinzan, you may visit nearby attractions such as the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch.
Autumn leaves: early–late October (approx.).
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Pattern B Mount Usu & Showa Shinzan (100 min)
Recommended for guests wishing to ride the Usuzan Ropeway (ticket not included).
Enjoy panoramic views from the observatory and explore nearby attractions such as the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch.
Showa Shinzan is an active volcano and a designated Special Natural Monument of Japan.
16:10
Lake Shikotsuko
Lake Shikotsuko, known for its cobalt blue waters, is a popular tourist destination in Japan. The lake's high transparency allows the surrounding beautiful scenery to reflect on its surface like a mirror, especially on clear days.
17:45
Sapporo TV Tower
17:55
Sapporo Tokyu REI Hotel
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Tour Ends

Restrictions

Infants (0-2 years old) are not included in the bus seating. If you wish for them to have a seat, please reserve at the adult/child rate.
Our staff can assist in Japanese, Chinese, and English. However, please understand that while we offer trilingual guidance, we may not be able to provide guidance in a completely native level for all languages. Nevertheless, we will do our best to ensure that you enjoy your tour comfortably.
Sightseeing Around Lake Toya
Please select either Pattern A or Pattern B at the time of booking (as indicated in the schedule).

Pattern A
Lake Toya Onsen Town (approx. 70 min) + Showa Shinzan (approx. 40 min)

Pattern B
Mount Usu & Showa Shinzan (approx. 100 min)

Please note:During the period from June 22 to June 24, 2026, the Usuzan Ropeway will be out of service due to facility maintenance. The ropeway will not be available during this time.

What to bring

Additional costs:
The following fees will be paid on site according to your preference:

-Ropeway ticket fee
-Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch admission fee
-Lunch fee ^[A]
Additional costs:
The following fees will be paid on site according to your preference:

-Ropeway ticket fee
-Lunch fee ^[B]

Additional notes

The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
Due to holiday closures or visitation time restrictions at various facilities, we may arrive at the next scenic spot or end the itinerary earlier than planned.
Please note that the bus arrival may be delayed due to traffic congestion or bad weather.
The visitation time at each sightseeing spot is determined by the road traffic conditions and the number of participants on the day.
Please check the travel conditions document before participating.
旅行条件書_(株)ジャパンホリデートラベル.pdf
Please check the standard travel industry terms and conditions before participating.
標準旅行業約款_(株)ジャパンホリデートラベル.pdf
[Travel Planning & Implementation]
Japan Holiday Travel Co., Ltd.
5-1-60 Namba, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, Namba Sky O 20th floor
Registered Travel Business No. 2-2181 by the Governor of Osaka Prefecture
Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents
The travel fee only includes the bus fare. The cost of lunch is not included.
When operating a jumbo taxi or microbus, a sightseeing driver, not a tour conductor, will guide you.

Other requirements

Please arrive at each meeting place at least 10 minutes before the bus departure time. We cannot take responsibility for customers who arrive after the bus has departed.

^[A] Applies to: Regular Plan

^[B] Applies to: Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch Admission Included Plan

Operated by

Japan Holiday Travel CO.,LTD

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation until your booking is confirmed.

7-10 business days before (local time): 20%
1-7 business days before (local time): 30%
The day before (local time): 40%
On the activity day (before start): 50%
On the activity day / No-show: 100%

Changes

If you wish to change any part of your itinerary, such as the departure date, course, number of participants, or accommodation, cancellation fees will apply. If you would like to make changes, please cancel your current reservation and make a new booking. Please note that if the cancellation falls within the cancellation fee period, the specified cancellation charges will apply.