[Summer/Autumn only] 1-Day Tour from Sapporo: Blue Pond & Hills of Seasonal Colors

Experience two of Hokkaido's most iconic summer destinations on this full-day tour from Sapporo to Biei. Visit the famous Shirogane Blue Pond, where naturally occurring minerals create its striking blue waters, and enjoy a peaceful walk through one of Hokkaido's most photographed landscapes.

Then continue to one of Hokkaido's iconic flower fields, Shikisai no Oka or "The Hills of Seasonal Colors," where vibrant flowers blanket the rolling hills from late June through September. Depending on the season, you may see lavender, sunflowers, salvia, marigolds, zinnias, and many other blooms set against the dramatic backdrop of the Tokachi Mountains.

With an English-speaking guide, and admission to all attractions, including the popular flower tractor ride, this relaxing day trip offers an easy and memorable way to experience the natural beauty of Biei and Hokkaido's famous flower season.

Highlights

• Visit the iconic Shirogane Blue Pond (Aoiike) in Biei and admire its striking blue waters
• Enjoy a leisurely walk along the Blue Pond's peaceful forest paths, offering beautiful views of the pond and its distinctive white birch trees from multiple viewpoints.
• Explore Shikisai no Oka (Hills of Seasonal Colors), where sweeping flower fields bloom from late June through September with seasonal displays of lavender, sunflowers, salvia, marigolds, zinnias, and more.
• Take a relaxing ride aboard the popular flower tractor, offering panoramic views of the colorful hills and the Tokachi Mountain Range.
• Visit the charming on-site alpaca farm and meet Hokkaido's friendly alpacas, a favorite stop for visitors of all ages.

Description

Your adventure begins at 8:00 a.m. at Sapporo Station, where your English-speaking guide will meet the group in front of Myomu (The Circular Stone Structure) in front of the South Exit. 

Your first stop is the famous Shirogane Blue Pond (青い池), one of Hokkaido's most photographed natural attractions. The pond's remarkable blue color is created by naturally occurring minerals suspended in the water, with its appearance changing throughout the day depending on the sunlight and weather.

Take a leisurely walk along the well-maintained forest paths that circle the pond, stopping at scenic viewpoints to admire the vivid blue water and the striking white birch trees rising from its surface. Surrounded by peaceful woodland, this is the perfect opportunity to slow down, enjoy Hokkaido's natural beauty, and capture unforgettable photographs.

We will have time to eat a bento lunch in the tranquil surroundings before continuing to your next destination.

Your guide will lead you on a leisurely stroll through the fields, before hopping on the iconic tractor ride which offers a relaxing way to experience the expansive fields while taking in panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Before departing, you'll have some free time to visit the charming alpaca farm, where these gentle animals have become a favorite attraction for visitors of all ages.

After a full day discovering two of Hokkaido's most iconic landscapes, we will return back to Sapporo and say our goodbyes there. Feel free to ask your guide for recommendations for dinner or other things to do in the region.

Meetup Point

Sapporo Station @ 08:00

This tour will start at Sapporo Station in front of “Myomu” (The Circular Stone Structure) in front of the South Exit doors of Sapporo Station.

After exiting the main JR gates of Sapporo Station TURN LEFT and walk towards the South Exits (南出口) of Sapporo Station. The Moymu stone structure is located in front of the South Exit doors inside Sapporo Station.

You may wait nearby there until the tour begins at 8:00 A.M. Be sure to look for the guide holding a SNOW MONKEY RESORTS tour sign. We highly recommend arriving early to allow for time to find the meeting location.

Notes

Included

• English-speaking guide
• Transportation fee from Sapporo Sta. to all listed destinations on this tour.
• All entry/admission tickets to each attraction and sightseeing spot on this tour, including the tractor ride at Shikisai no Oka.

Excluded

• Lunch
• Accommodation
• Any type of transportation costs other than prescribed for this tour. 
• Any types of snacks or drinks.

Other Information

• Please check the weather forecast before heading to the meetup point and prepare an umbrella or raincoat if necessary.
• Clothes worn should be appropriate for the given season. 
• The tour will take approximately 11 hours to complete (includes train rides, bus ride).
• All places on this tour are wheelchair accessible/appropriate for guests with limited mobility.
• Lunch will be box-style ("o-bento") and eaten at The Blue Pond.
• This tour will involve a lot of walking. Good walking shoes are highly recommended.
• Sunglasses and a good hat (to block the hot sun) are recommended.
• Insect repellent might be useful at both tour locations during the summer/autumn season.
• Bottled mineral water should be carried to stay hydrated.

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