[Guaranteed Departure]Niseko & Lake Shikotsu: Scenic Lakes, Niseko Distillery & Premium Sukiyaki

Kyogoku Fukidashi Park

A renowned natural spring where daily, 80,000 tons of snowmelt from Mt. Yotei flow forth. Don’t forget to bring a bottle to take some of this pristine water home! You can also savor unique coffee and jelly made with the spring water at the nearby roadside station.

Niseko Nook Annupuri (Lunch)

Situated at the mountain's base, this is your lunch break. Indulge in the "Makkari Herb Pork Sukinabe Gozen," a delightful hot pot dish featuring premium, sweet, and rich pork raised on a special herb diet in a nearby village.

Niseko Distillery

This whisky and gin distillery was founded in 2019 by the creators of the well-known "Hakkaisan" sake. Their exceptional gin has garnered prestigious awards in international competitions. Here, you can partake in tasting sessions for gin, plum wine, and shochu.

Niseko Milk Kobo

Take in breathtaking views of Mt. Yotei while enjoying fresh dairy treats! They provide soft-serve ice cream, drinking yogurt, cream puffs, and more, all crafted from extremely fresh milk sourced from the adjacent dairy farm.

Lake Shikotsu

Recognized as one of the clearest lakes in Japan. Appreciate the brilliantly sparkling blue waters and visit the Visitor Center to discover the area's volcanic history. You also have the option to embark on an underwater sightseeing boat ride or a swan boat to explore the lake more thoroughly!

Information about tour

• Place of departure and destination: From Sapporo to Niseko
• Number of days of travel: 1 Day
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: Hokkaido Chuo Bus
• Meal(s): 1 Lunch
• Minimum number of passengers to operate: 1
• Number of GUIDE: 0

Tour Operator Information

• Company Name: HOKKAIDO CHUO BUS CO., LTD.
• Address: 1-8-6 Ironai, Otaru, 047-8601 JAPAN
• Tel: 0570-200-600
• Registration No.: No. 2-814 by Governor of Hokkaido Registered Travel Agency
• Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

• Department Name: Inbound Travel Sales Division DMC Department Hokkaido Team
• Address: 18th FL, Nissay Sapporo Bldg, 1-1 Kita 3 Jo Nishi 4 Chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido 060-0003 Japan
• Tel: +81- 11-798-5191
• Opening hour: 10:00~18:00
• (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager

Kenji Nagamine
The Tour Operations Manager oversees transactions related to your travel at the sales office managing your travel plans. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding the information provided by the staff about this travel contract, feel free to reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please read and understand the Terms and conditions below.

General Passenger Collective Transport Terms and Conditions

Highlights

• Pristine Nature & Crystal Clear Waters : Discover the stunning landscapes of Hokkaido's wilderness. Taste the untainted snowmelt spring water directly from the source at the base of Mt. Yotei, and be awed by the beautiful blue waters of Lake Shikotsu, recognized as one of Japan's clearest lakes.
• Premium Local Food & Craft Drinks : Indulge in the rich culinary offerings of the area! Relish a hot pot lunch featuring top-quality local herb-fed pork, sample award-winning craft gin at the Niseko Distillery, and delight in fresh, farm-sourced dairy sweets at Niseko Milk Kobo.
• Immersive Local Experiences : Enhance your journey with exceptional, hands-on experiences! Fill a bottle with pristine spring water at Kyogoku, participate in a tasting of award-winning craft spirits, and tailor your adventure with an optional underwater sightseeing boat excursion at Lake Shikotsu.

Itinerary

• Reception at the Chuo bus Regular Sightseeing Bus Counter
• Depart from Sapporo Station Bus Terminal
• Nakayama Pass / Roadside Station Boyo Nakayama ( Rest / Approx. 15 mins )
• Kyogoku Fukidashi Park (Free time /Approx. 25 mins)
• Niseko Nook Annupuri (Lunch / Approx. 40 mins)
• Niseko Nook Annupuri / Sukiyaki Set Meal Savor the juicy, premium Makkari Herb Pork, known for its exceptional quality and natural sweetness, in a delicious Sukiyaki hot pot!
• [Menu Details] Sukiyaki Hot Pot: Makkari Herb Pork, Chinese cabbage, chrysanthemum greens (Shungiku), long green onions, Enoki mushrooms, Shirataki noodles, Shiitake mushrooms, and a Hokkaido-produced egg Seasonal Side Dish Rice: Niseko-grown Yumepirika Clear Soup Pickled Vegetables
• *Please note that the menu and ingredients are subject to change depending on availability. *A vegetarian option ("Vegetable Tempura Set Meal") is available upon request. (Advance notice is required.)
• Ikoino Yuyado Iroha & Niseko Distillery (Free time / Approx. 20 mins)
• Niseko Milk Kobo (Free time & Shopping / Approx. 25 mins )
• Kinoko Okoku Otaki ( Rest / Approx. 15 mins )
• Lake Shikotsu (Free time / Approx. 60 mins) Optional Sightseeing Cruise　: Adults: 2,000 JPY / Elementary students: 1,000 JPY / Duration: 30 mins
• Sapporo Park Hotel (Drop-off possible)
• Hotel MyStays Premier Sapporo Park (Drop-off possible)
• Jassmac Plaza Hotel (Drop-off possible)
• Susukino (Drop-off possible)
• Sapporo Clock Tower (Drop-off possible)
• Sapporo Station

Price Details

Included

• Daytour
• Lunch
• Japanese guide

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned
• Personal expenses

Important Information

・Please check the access from your hotel to the meeting place in advance.

・The bus departs on time. so please be careful not to be late for the meeting time.

・We recommend clothing that is suitable for outdoor activities different layers to adjust for changes in weather and temperature.

・Voucher is valid only on the day of departure. We do not offer cash refunds.

・Please refrain from talking loudly on the bus.

・Please refrain from drinking and eating in the bus.

・Please do not leave trash on the bus and take it home with you.

Purchase Notice

*No English guide

*Image is for illustration purposes.

・Operation by Hokkaido Chuo Bus

・Duration of sightseeing may be changed due to the traffic and the number of passengers

・Arrival time will be earlier than scheduled time due to the holiday break or the restriction condition of the facility.

・Please allow enough time for transfer to the other modes of transport, because buses may be delayed due to the traffic jams or adverse weather conditions.

・Tours may be cancelled due to the snow and/or other disasters.

• Optional Sightseeing Cruise at Lake Shikotsu: Irregular schedule

Adults: 2,000 JPY / Elementary students: 1,000 JPY / Duration: 30 mins

Please note: The optional boat ride may be unavailable due to bad weather, full capacity, or unexpected bus delays.

• 【Special Bus Ticket Perks 】 at Lake Shikotsu :

Present your tour ticket to enjoy the following discounts: Souvenir Shop Memere (Closed Wed. & Thu.): 10% off souvenirs (some exclusions apply).

Hekisui (Irregular holidays): 50 JPY off all soft-serve ice creams.

• Please note that taking a bath at Ikoino Yuyado Iroha is not possible due to the limited stopover time.
• Please note that boarding may not be possible in the event of cancellations due to bad weather, fully booked seats, or bus delays.

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at the designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 8 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 10% cancellation fee
• Less than 2 day(s) before the activity date: 100% cancellation fee