Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo and Shirahige Falls Trip with Ticket

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

Discover Hokkaido's enchanting winter landscapes on a full-day tour from Sapporo, showcasing the region's seasonal highlights. Visit the renowned Asahiyama Zoo to witness the captivating penguin parade, explore the stunning Blue Pond with its turquoise glow, and marvel at the frozen beauty of Shirahige Falls. Optional snow activities and alpaca encounters await at Shikisai-no-Oka, while the charming Ningle Terrace captivates with its glowing log cabins and artisanal crafts. This tour includes comfortable transport and insightful guidance, offering a seamless journey through Hokkaido's winter wonderland.

- Full-day tour featuring seasonal highlights of Hokkaido
- Visit Asahiyama Zoo for the famous penguin parade
- Capture stunning views at Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls
- Optional snow activities at Shikisai-no-Oka

What's Included

Hotel/Bnb Pickup&Dropoff(optional)
Admission tickets to Asahiyama Zoo
Driver and guide service fee
Free hot beverage at Route B & C
Optional snow activities & alpaca farm
Other persernal consumption expenses
Meals and personal expenses
Admission to Shirogane Onsen (Route A)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We’ll confirm your hotel address and the exact pickup time before your trip, as it may vary between 7:30 and 8:00 depending on your hotel location. If your hotel exceed our pickup area, you may still attend by meeting your guide at Sapporo Station with a partially refund · If your hotel is not within the selected area, please contact us for double confirmation before booking. · Your driver will contact you a night before your trip via WhatsApp, please ensure you download the app for smooth communication. · The bus will be departing on time (no exception). · In case of late arrivals or arrival at wrong location, regardless of contact prior to the departure time, refunds may not be granted.

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Meeting point

This option will depart from Sapporo Sta. North Exit, address: 3 Chome Kita 7 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0807日本. We will send photo of gathering point a day before your trip, make sure to check your email inbox & WhatsApp notice.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    **Note: Closed Dec 30 – Jan 1. During the closure, the itinerary will include Biei’s Seven Star Tree, Shikisai-no-Oka, Blue Pond, Shirahige Falls, Herb Garden (with hot drink), and Ningle Terrace. Located in Asahikawa City, Hokkaido, the Asahiyama Zoo is Japan's northernmost zoo and its most visited. While many assume that animals are less active or hidden during winter, a visit to this zoo on a snowy day reveals unique delights. Watch adorable penguins march through the snow, raccoons making funny faces as they climb above you, seals swimming playfully through glass cylinders, and monkeys huddling together for warmth. The zoo’s standout feature is its clever design, which maximizes animal freedom while allowing visitors to observe them up close. (The penguin walk, held from December to March, is scheduled at 11:00 AM during this time.)

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Marvel at the surreal turquoise waters of Biei’s Blue Pond, a sight that looks almost otherworldly against the snowy backdrop. The pond’s vivid color comes from natural minerals in the water, creating a striking contrast with the surrounding white birch trees. In winter, the frozen surface and snow-dusted branches make it one of Hokkaido’s most photographed landscapes.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    This solitary oak tree became iconic after appearing on cigarette packaging in the 1970s. Standing tall in Biei’s patchwork fields, it’s a symbol of Hokkaido’s rural beauty. Please respect local farmland and stay on paved paths when taking photos.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Wander through 15 hectares of rainbow-like slopes blooming with lavender, poppies, and sunflowers. Meet adorable alpacas (optional ¥500 feeding experience). Note: Flowering dates vary; we adjust itineraries for optimal viewing.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Marvel at Japan’s rare "underground waterfall" where aluminum-rich springs cascade like white threads into turquoise waters. The contrast between the roaring falls and serene Blue River will leave you spellbound.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Take a break at Shirogane Onsen, a hot spring village nestled at the foot of the Tokachi Mountain Range and surrounded by snowy forests. Known as the “white gold” hot spring, its mineral-rich waters are said to rejuvenate the body and beautify the skin. The area has long been cherished as a healing retreat, with its nickname Tsuewasure-no-Yu meaning “the hot spring that makes you forget your cane”

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    Step into a fairytale forest with 15 timber cottages selling handmade crafts – from lavender sachets to birchwood jewelry. At dusk, fairy lights create a Studio Ghibli-esque glow

    50 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The remaining time will be allotted to the travel time
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Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Seasonal
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Cancellation Policy

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

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