One-Day Tour to Asahiyama Zoo and Biei Blue Pond in Hokkaido
ID: GYG1282830-1962218
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Discover Sapporo's hidden gems, enjoy hands-on local crafts, and experience a different side of Hokkaido in one day.
8:00 Sapporo Station North Exit Group Bus Terminal
10:30 Asahiyama Zoo (admission included; approx. 110 minutes, including free time for lunch)
Zoo closure: November 4 – November 10, 2025
Located in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, this is Japan’s northernmost zoo and now the most visited in the country.
13:20 (Apr 1 – Nov 30) Blue Pond (approx. 30 min)
Situated along the left bank of the Biei River in Biei, Hokkaido, the pond was formed by a dam built to contain volcanic mudflows. Its water reflects a vivid blue under sunlight, giving the pond its name.
14:00 (Apr 1 – Nov 30) Shirahige Falls (approx. 20 min)
A 30-meter waterfall in Furano, Hokkaido, located at 600 m elevation in the Shirogane Onsen district of Biei.
14:50 Pass by HERB GARDEN; complimentary hot Hokkaido drink (approx. 20 min)
15:50 Ningle Terrace (approx. 30 min)
A forest workshop complex in Furano inspired by a character from a novel by writer Kyōichi Kurimoto—a tiny forest spirit just 15 cm tall.
16:20 Return to Sapporo. A pleasant conclusion to the day’s tour.
18:30 Tour ends at Sapporo Station North Exit Group Bus Terminal.
Highlights
- Visit Japan’s most popular zoo
- Stunning Tiffany-blue pond
- Shirahige Falls’ white silk cascade
- Ningle Terrace—a fairytale workshop
- Complimentary hot drink, Hokkaido treat
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Important Notice: A minimum of 4 participants is required for the tour to operate. If the minimum is not met, we will notify you 3 days in advance and cancel the tour.
Meals not included. Lunch at guest’s own expense; dining available at attractions or guests may bring their own.
Tour times subject to change due to weather or traffic. Thank you for your understanding.
Please observe meeting times and schedule.
Change of travel date: If notified within 24 hours, a fee of 2,000 JPY per person must be paid on-site to the tour guide.
INCLUDED
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Local professional driver
- Asahiyama Zoo Admission Ticket
When should I book?
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.
Cancellations
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.
