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From Sapporo: Noboribetsu & Lake Toya Day Bus Tour | Cape Chikyu, Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya

Highlights

Discover Southern Hokkaido's top scenic spots in one day, including Cape Chikyu, Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya, and
Enjoy the flexibility of choosing between a premium scallop set meal at a renowned Lake Toya restaurant or a free lunch
Enjoy free time after lunch to explore at your own pace. Visit the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch to observe Hokkaido brown be
This shared tour is conducted in Japanese, English, and Chinese. Travel with guests from around the world and enjoy a fu

What to expect

Explore Southern Hokkaido's highlights on a day tour from Sapporo, including Cape Chikyu, Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya, and Showa Shinzan. Choose a scallop lunch or free lunch plan, with travel insurance included.

What's included

Varies by package — see each package below.

Packages (2)

What's included

Bus fare
Insurance

Starting at: 07:50
Group size: Minimum travelers: 1

Schedule

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Meeting Point: Exit 31, Odori Subway Station (Odori Park), Sapporo
07:50
Departure
Pre-Departure Notice: Your final tour information will be sent by email between the afternoon and evening on the day before departure. Please check your inbox and spam/junk folder to ensure you receive the latest tour details.
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Noboribetsu Hell Valley (40-minute stop)
Discover Noboribetsu Hell Valley, the source of the region's famous hot springs. Marvel at steaming vents, sulfurous landscapes, and dramatic volcanic scenery that showcase the raw power of nature.
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Cape Chikyu (30-minute stop)
Visit Cape Chikyu, Muroran's most famous landmark. From the panoramic observation deck overlooking the Pacific Ocean, you can enjoy breathtaking coastal views and, on clear days, even experience the Earth's natural curvature along the horizon.
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Showa Shinzan, Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch & Mt. Usu Ropeway (90-minute stop)
Discover Showa Shinzan, one of Japan's youngest active volcanoes, born from a series of earthquakes between 1943 and 1945. Watch steam rise from its reddish mountainside and experience a remarkable example of nature's ever-changing geological forces.
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Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch admission is not included: JPY 1,000 per person.
Visit the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch at the foot of the active volcano. Get up close to Hokkaido's iconic brown bears and enjoy an unforgettable bear-feeding experience (additional fee required).
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Mt. Usu Ropeway (Optional): Ticket not included ： JPY 2,000 per person.
Take a scenic 6-minute ride on the Mt. Usu Ropeway and admire stunning panoramic views from the summit. Overlook the beautiful Lake Toya caldera, Showa Shinzan, and the dramatic volcanic scenery shaped by centuries of volcanic activity.
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Lake Toya – Silo Observatory (30-minute stop)
Visit the Silo Observatory, a premier viewpoint offering breathtaking panoramic views of Lake Toya, Nakajima Island, Mt. Usu, and Showa Shinzan. It's the perfect spot to capture stunning photos of Southern Hokkaido's iconic scenery.
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Kyogoku Fukidashi Park (35-minute stop)
Discover the famous Kyogoku Fukidashi Park, where snowmelt from Mt. Yotei is naturally filtered over decades before emerging as pure spring water. Recognized as one of Japan's 100 Remarkable Waters, it's the perfect place to enjoy fresh, crystal-clear mountain water.
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Tour Ends: Exit 31, Odori Subway Station (Odori Park), Sapporo

What's included

Bus fare
Insurance
Lunch

Starting at: 07:50
Group size: Minimum travelers: 1

Schedule

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Meet at Exit 31, Odori Subway Station (Odori Park), Sapporo
07:50
Departure
Pre-Tour Notice: Final tour details, including the guide and vehicle information, will be sent by email on the afternoon or evening before departure. Please check your inbox and spam/junk folder.
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Noboribetsu Hell Valley (40-minute stop)
The source of Noboribetsu Hot Springs, Hell Valley is famous for its steaming vents, volcanic landscape, and sulfur-rich atmosphere, offering a unique geothermal experience in Hokkaido.
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Cape Chikyu (30-minute stop)
One of Muroran's most iconic viewpoints, Cape Chikyu offers spectacular panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean. On clear days, you can even see the Earth's curved horizon, making it one of Hokkaido's most scenic coastal spots.
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Lake Hill Farm, Showa Shinzan, Bear Ranch & Mt. Usu Ropeway (90-minute stop)
Located in the Lake Toya Onsen area, Ichibankan serves a delicious scallop lunch set for guests who select the lunch-included plan. During your free time, you can also browse local souvenir shops and specialties.
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Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (Admission not included)
Located at the foot of the active volcano Showa Shinzan, the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch is home to many Hokkaido brown bears. Observe these magnificent animals up close and enjoy an optional bear-feeding experience (additional fee applies).
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Mt. Usu Ropeway (Ticket not included)
In just 6 minutes, the Mt. Usu Ropeway takes you close to the summit, where spectacular panoramic views of Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Hokkaido's dramatic volcanic landscape await.
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Showa Shinzan
One of Japan's youngest active volcanoes, Showa Shinzan rose from a flat plain during volcanic activity between 1943 and 1945. Its steaming slopes and unique volcanic landscape make it one of Southern Hokkaido's most remarkable natural wonders.
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Lake Toya – Silo Observatory (30-minute stop)
Silo Observatory offers spectacular panoramic views of Lake Toya, Nakajima Island, Mt. Usu, and Showa Shinzan. It's one of the best photo spots in Southern Hokkaido.
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Kyogoku Fukidashi Park (35-minute stop)
One of Japan's 100 Famous Waters, Kyogoku Fukidashi Park is famous for its crystal-clear spring water, naturally filtered by Mt. Yotei's snowmelt over many years. Visitors can taste the fresh natural spring water on site.
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Tour Ends

Location and Directions

Check-in / Check-out
Subway Odori Station, Exit 31

Restrictions

This activity is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional notes

The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
Please be punctual and check-in on time.
Travel Information
Departure / Return: Sapporo
Duration: 1 Day
Transportation: Chartered Bus
Bus Operator: Yuki no Hana Bus
Meals: Breakfast: Not Included / Lunch: Not Included / Dinner: Not Included
Accommodation: None
Minimum Participants: 1 Person
Tour Leader: Included
Please make sure to review the travel terms and conditions before participating in the tour.
Please review the Standard Terms and Conditions of Travel before joining the tour.
Admission fees for the Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch and the Mt. Usu Ropeway are not included.
The tour is accompanied by staff who can assist in Japanese, English, and Chinese. As this is a multilingual tour, commentary may not always be provided by a native speaker of your preferred language. Thank you for your understanding.
Tour Organizer
JCGroup Co., Ltd.
B-SQUARE, 3-11-1 Minami 5-jo Higashi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan
Regular Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Authorized Sales Agent
VELTRA Corporation
5F, Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
(Reception: 4F)
Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555 (Governor of Tokyo)
Regular Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)