One-Day Tour of Asahiyama Zoo

Tour Description

This journey will take you to Asahiyama Zoo, recognized as the northernmost zoo in Japan, which draws numerous visitors despite its location in Asahikawa. The zoo features various facilities that showcase the natural behaviors of the animals, including the "Seal Pavilion" and the "Arctic Bear Pavilion," where guests can view the animals at close range. Additional highlights include the "Orangutan Pavilion," "Spider Monkey Pavilion," and "Chimpanzee Forest." The zoo also boasts a "Lesser Panda Suspension Bridge," a "Wolf Forest," and a "Hokkaido Animal House," enhancing the experience and leading to many repeat visitors.

The itinerary begins in Sapporo and heads to Asahikawa. Although it is a lengthy journey to Asahikawa, the beautiful scenery visible from the bus window will ensure an enjoyable ride!

As the Asahiyama Zoo is the sole attraction on this tour, ample time is available to explore the zoo. Unlike other tours that rush through multiple sightseeing spots in a short timeframe, this experience allows you to leisurely observe the animals, leading to a more fulfilling visit.

On the return trip, a break is scheduled at Sunagawa Highway Oasis. Here, you will find a store offering Hokkaido's specialty products and a café featuring renowned Hokkaido confectionery makers, perfect for sampling and choosing souvenirs. Additionally, a stop can be made at the Sapporo Clock Tower, a notable landmark near Sapporo Odori.

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Information about tour

• Place of departure and destination: From Sapporo to Asahiyama Zoo
• Number of days of travel: 1 Day
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: Hokkaido Chuo Bus
• Meal(s): 0
• 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 arrangements. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding the information provided by the staff about this travel contract, please 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

• Direct transport to Asahiyama Zoo, a renowned tourist destination across the country!
• Entrance fee for Asahiyama Zoo is included.
• You have the option to disembark at 3 different locations. (Sapporo Factory/Sapporo Clock Tower/JR Sapporo Station Bus Terminal)

Itinerary

• Reception at the Chuo Bus Regular Sightseeing Bus Counter
• Depart from Sapporo Station Bus Terminal
• Rest at Sunagawa SA (about 15 mins)
• Arrive at Asahiyama Zoo (3h15mins) ※Lunch is up to each individual, so please make plans accordingly. Note that the restaurants and gift shops inside the park will be crowded on weekends, holidays and during summer vacation, so we suggest you purchase a lunch box ahead of time, or bring your own lunch.
• Asahiyama Zoo Building & Exhibits (example)
• Polar bear cub
• seal
• Depart from Asahiyama Zoo
• Rest at Sunagawa Highway Oasis (about 30 min)
• Sapporo Factory (Drop off possible)
• Sapporo Clock Tower (Drop Off possible)
• Arrival to Sapporo Station
• Arrival to Sapporo Station

Price Details

Included

• Daytour
• Entrance fee to Asahiyama Zoo

Not included

• English staff
• Meals
• Expenses not mentioned

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.

・Asahiyama Zoo has a large temperature difference, so please check the weather on the day of participation in advance.

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

To customers participating in the bus tour

・Please do not have a loud conversation in the bus.

・Please refrain from drinking and eating in the bus.

・Please cooperate in taking out the trash.

Purchase Notice

This tour is confirmed to run on all scheduled dates. It is guaranteed to run for even one person.

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-- About meals --

Meals are not included . Please have lunch at Asahiyama Zoo at your own expense. Please do not eat (including snacks) in a bus, and refrain from loud conversation in a bus.

・Operation by Hokkaido Chuo Bus

・The length of stay at each tour site may change depending on the traffic conditions and the number of participants on the day. Also the arrival time may be delayed, so please allow enough time to transfer to other transportation after the tour.

・The tour may be canceled due to disasters or traffic restrictions.

・Image is for illustration purposes.

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