Hokkaido: Noboribetsu Hell Valley & Lake Toya Day Trip No Lunch

Explore Noboribetsu Hell Valley and the scenic beauty of Lake Toya on a full-day sightseeing bus tour from Sapporo. Upgrade to the lunch-inclusive package to enjoy a delicious scallop set meal.
Itinerary Overview (Approximate Schedule)

07:40 Meet at Sapporo TV Tower

07:50 Depart from Sapporo by sightseeing bus

09:20 – 10:00 Noboribetsu Hell Valley (free time)

10:50 – 11:15 Cape Chikyu (Earth Cape)

12:05 – 13:25 Ichibankan (lunch & free time)

13:50 – 14:20 Lake Hill Farm

14:25 – 14:55 Sairo Observatory

15:35 – 16:10 Kyogoku Fukidashi Park

17:50 Return to Sapporo TV Tower and tour ends

Times are approximate and may change due to weather or traffic conditions.

Full Tour Description

Begin your full-day sightseeing bus tour from Sapporo to the Noboribetsu and Lake Toya area. This well-paced itinerary allows travelers to experience Hokkaido’s most iconic volcanic, coastal, and scenic landscapes in one day without the need to drive.

The tour first visits Noboribetsu Hell Valley (Jigokudani), where you will have free time to explore the dramatic volcanic terrain, steaming vents, and unique geothermal scenery.

Next, continue to Cape Chikyu (Earth Cape), one of Hokkaido’s most famous coastal viewpoints, offering panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean.

At Ichibankan, guests who select the lunch-inclusive package will enjoy a scallop set meal prepared in four different cooking styles. After lunch, free time is provided for optional visits to Showa Shinzan Bear Park or a ride on the Usuzan Ropeway (both optional and at your own expense).

The tour then continues to Lake Hill Farm, a popular local farm known for dairy products and peaceful countryside scenery, followed by a stop at Sairo Observatory, where panoramic views of Lake Toya and the surrounding mountains can be enjoyed.

The final stop is Kyogoku Fukidashi Park, a famous spring water park known for its crystal-clear natural water. After sightseeing, return to Sapporo and conclude the tour at Sapporo TV Tower in the early evening.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.