Late Departure Tour Asahiyama Zoo Blue Pond and Ningle Terrace

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10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Discover Hokkaido’s most popular winter attractions on a specially timed late-departure tour from Sapporo, combining wildlife, snow scenery, sunset views, and magical winter illuminations.

✨ Asahiyama Zoo Penguin Walk: Visit Hokkaido’s famous zoo and enjoy the popular winter Penguin Walk, along with unique exhibits showcasing animals’ natural behaviors.

✨ Biei Christmas Tree: See one of Hokkaido’s most iconic photo spots, with beautiful dusk scenery in December and romantic snow-covered landscapes in January and February.

✨ Biei Blue Pond: Experience the magical Blue Pond Illumination, where lights transform the famous Blue Pond and surrounding snowy landscape into a spectacular winter night scene.

✨ Furano Ningle Terrace: End the day among warmly illuminated wooden cottages surrounded by a snowy forest, creating a charming fairytale atmosphere unique to Hokkaido winter.

What's Included

Insurance provided by the operator
Entrance fee
English-speaking guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Lunch
Other personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Sapporo City Hall

Our guide will be waiting at Exit 31 of Sapporo Odori Subway Station, holding a flag with the JC Group logo.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Sunagawa Service Area Inbound

    Take a short restroom and refreshment break on the way to Asahikawa.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Asahiyama Zoo

    Visit one of Hokkaido’s most famous zoos, known for unique exhibits showcasing animals’ natural behaviors. See penguins, polar bears, seals, wolves, Arctic foxes, and more. The popular Penguin Walk usually begins in early December, subject to the zoo’s official schedule and snow conditions. Admission is included. Guests may bring simple food to enjoy on the bus or have lunch inside the zoo.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Christmas Tree no Ki

    Visit one of Biei’s most iconic winter photo spots, a solitary tree standing against the vast Hokkaido landscape. November–December: enjoy the Christmas Tree at dusk. January–February: admire the tree surrounded by beautiful snow-covered fields.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Shirogane Blue Pond

    Discover Biei’s famous Blue Pond, one of Hokkaido’s most popular scenic attractions. November–January: enjoy the seasonal Blue Pond Illumination. February: admire the beautiful snow-covered Blue Pond during daylight hours due to longer daylight.

    25 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Ningle Terrace

    Visit Furano’s enchanting Ningle Terrace in the evening, where charming wooden cottages and craft shops glow among the snow-covered forest. From Nov 3–30, Ningle Terrace is closed and this stop will be replaced with Furano Marche (40 mins). The itinerary may also change due to winter weather or traffic restrictions.

    50 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Nopporo Parking Area Outbound

    Take a short restroom break before returning to Sapporo.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children under 3 years old are not permitted to participate.
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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