Sapporo: Hokkaido Snowy Wilderness Day Tour

Explore Hokkaido's snowy wilderness on a day tour from Sapporo. Visit the Tokachi Millennium Forest, see drift ice along the Sea of Okhotsk.
08:00 - 11:00 Sapporo → Tokachi Millennium Forest
Address: Hokkaido Kamikawa-gun Shimizu-cho Ubatane Minami 10-sen
Depart Sapporo and travel approximately 3 hours to reach "Tokachi Millennium Forest" – a snow-covered forest sanctuary where nature and art harmonize. Dozens of modern sculptures, both abstract and realistic, dot the vast snowfield, their unique presence amplified by the surrounding white. Wander through, with soft snow underfoot and the whisper of wind in your ears; the serene blend of sculptures and forest feels like stepping into an open-air museum, where every photo captures the "walking in a painting" vibe.

11:00 - 12:00 Lunch Break
Enjoy a local lunch at a restaurant in Shimizu-cho or a nearby farm. Try fresh Tokachi-grown vegetables, desserts made with Hokkaido milk, or warming Japanese hot pot – fuel up with hearty food to beat the winter chill and prepare for the afternoon.

12:00 - 15:30 Tokachi → Nemuro Peninsula Drift Ice
Address: Hokkaido Nemuro-gun Betsukai-cho
Head to the winter-exclusive natural wonder: Nemuro Peninsula. A key spot for drift ice flowing south from the Sea of Okhotsk, its winter seas are dotted with crystal-clear drift ice – like scattered diamonds – merging with endless shoreline snowfields to form a vast "sea-meets-snow" panorama. Stroll along the viewing trails to admire the drift ice’s gentle movement; with luck, spot seabirds gliding over the ice – a photographer’s paradise. Stand between snowfield and ice sea, and feel the awe of boundless nature, experiencing Hokkaido’s purest winter power.

15:30 - 18:00 Return to Sapporo

Booking Notes
Meeting time: 08:00 daily (arrive 10 minutes early at the designated Sapporo meeting point; details via confirmation SMS)
Group size: Small-group tour – minimum 4 participants, maximum 12 to ensure a quality experience
Weather advisory: Winter Hokkaido temperatures range from -10℃ to -20℃. Dress warmly with windproof/insulated clothing and non-slip shoes. Extreme weather may cause itinerary adjustments or cancellations (notified in advance).
Suitable for: Nature and off-the-beaten-path lovers who can handle long rides (≈3 hours one-way). Visitors over 65 or with mobility issues are advised to proceed with caution.
Essential items: Passport (for foreign visitors), thermos, camera (to capture views), power bank

Why Choose This Tour?
Skip the busy ski resorts near Sapporo and dive into Hokkaido’s hidden "secret spots." Feel art and nature collide at Tokachi Millennium Forest, and witness the grandeur of drift ice and snowfields at Nemuro Peninsula – a winter gift for "slow travel" fans, letting you find peace in a world of pure white.

Book now to start your Hokkaido snowy adventure!

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