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This private tour brings together the contrasting natural landscapes of Shikotsu-Toya National Park in one rewarding day.
Rather than visiting only Lake Toya or Noboribetsu, you will experience panoramic lake views, an active volcanic mountain, geothermal ponds, Noboribetsu Hell Valley, and the peaceful shores of Lake Shikotsu.
The tour includes several short walks, allowing you to enjoy Hokkaido’s natural scenery without undertaking a long or strenuous hike. Private transportation also allows your nationally licensed guide interpreter to adjust the pace and time spent at each location according to your group’s interests and physical condition.
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sapporo make it possible to explore a wide area of Hokkaido comfortably and efficiently.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby or at the gate of the cruise with your name sign.
Please inform about your pick up details in advance.
Itinerary
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Sapporo (Pass by)
Your nationally licensed guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel in central Sapporo. After a brief introduction to the day’s itinerary, depart by private vehicle for Shikotsu-Toya National Park.
Admission ticket free -
1
Enjoy a short rest stop at Nakayama Pass, where you’ll be rewarded with one of the best views of Mt. Yotei, often called “Hokkaido’s Mt. Fuji.” Don’t miss the local specialty, “Age-imo,” deep-fried potato skewers beloved by travelers.
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Lake Toya is a scenic caldera lake located within Shikotsu-Toya National Park. Surrounded by mountains and dotted with four small islands, the lake is known for its clear waters and hot spring towns along the shore. On this tour, you will visit the Sairo Observatory, the best viewpoint to admire the lake’s full panorama and Mt. Yotei in the distance.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3
The Mt. Usu Ropeway offers a scenic 7-minute ride to the summit. From the observation deck, enjoy sweeping views of Showa Shinzan below, the sparkling waters of Lake Toya, and the vast Pacific Ocean stretching into the horizon. On clear days, you can even see Mount Yotei, often called “Hokkaido’s Mt. Fuji.”
1 hour 10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Shōwa-shinzan
Formed in 1943 when farmlands were uplifted by volcanic activity, Showa Shinzan is one of Japan’s youngest mountains. Standing beside Mt. Usu, it remains a rare example of a landscape born within living memory, where visitors can feel the raw power of the earth up close. The contrast between the red-brown mountain surface and the surrounding greenery makes it a striking sight.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Visit Oyunuma, a dramatic volcanic pond formed by the geothermal activity of Mt. Hiyori. Steam rises from the mineral-rich water, creating a unique and otherworldly landscape surrounded by forest. Stop at the observation area to take photographs and learn about the geothermal activity of Noboribetsu.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley
Walk through Noboribetsu Jigokudani, also known as Hell Valley. Follow the walking paths and boardwalks through a rugged volcanic crater filled with rising steam, hot spring streams, sulfurous rock formations, and geothermal vents. Your nationally licensed guide interpreter will explain how the volcanic activity of the valley supplies the natural hot spring water used throughout Noboribetsu Onsen. There will be time to enjoy the scenery, walk through the valley, and take photographs.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Lake Shikotsu
Finish the sightseeing portion of the tour at Lake Shikotsu. Enjoy a peaceful walk along the lakeshore and photograph the clear water surrounded by mountains and forest. When the Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center is open, you may also visit its exhibits to learn about the lake’s volcanic origins, wildlife, and natural environment.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Sapporo (Pass by)
After visiting Lake Shikotsu, return to your hotel in Sapporo.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
- This tour involves walking and light hiking; comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for outdoor activities are recommended.
- The tour is suitable for travelers with moderate physical fitness.
- Please bring water, sun protection, and a light jacket depending on the season.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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