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Lake Shikotsu & Lake Toya Tour from Sapporo with Mt. Usu Ropeway Ride

4.40· 196 reviews

Highlights

  • Visit Shikotsu Lake, Lake Toya, and Mount Usu in one day
  • Includes a lunch plan featuring seasonal Hokkaido ingredients
  • Ride the Mount Usu Ropeway
  • Children under 6 who do not require a seat and lunch may participate for free.
  • Multilingual audio guide system available

What to expect

Enjoy a Sapporo day trip to Shikotsu Lake, Lake Toya, and Mount Usu. Discover the clear waters of Shikotsu Lake, the volcanic Lake Toya, and the stunning Mount Usu, a UNESCO Global Geopark. Opt for a lunch plan with delicious Hokkaido ingredients.

What's included

Varies by package — see each package below.

Packages (2)

With LunchUntil Aug 8 / Aug 18 – Oct 7 / Oct 9 – Nov 3from USD 41.79
No Lunch/Free Time to EatAug 9 – Aug 17 / Oct 8 – Oct 8from USD 22.79

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Restrictions

  • Children under 6 years old who do not require a seat can travel for free, limited to one child per adult.
    *If a seat is needed for a child under 6, please register them as a child (ages 6–11).
  • The child fare applies to those in elementary school up to, but not including, junior high school.

What to bring

  • Comfortable Shoes & Clothing

Other requirements

  • Please arrive at the bus boarding location at least 15 minutes before departure (check-in time). Exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a bus ticket at the sightseeing bus counter.

Additional notes

  • If the ropeway is closed due to strong winds, only a souvenir and a visit to the Bear Park will be offered.
    *Discount coupons for Bear Park admission will be provided (Adults: ¥1,000 → ¥900, Children: ¥500 → ¥400).
  • The duration of stay at each sightseeing location may vary depending on traffic conditions and the number of guests on the day.
  • The arrival time at each location may be earlier than scheduled due to facility closures or sightseeing restrictions.
  • Please allow ample time for connections to other transportation, as the bus may be delayed due to traffic congestion or bad weather.
  • Luggage such as suitcases, excluding valuables, can be stored in the bus trunk.
  • This course includes audio guidance in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean. A tour guide or staff member will be on board, but there will be no live commentary.
  • All seats are assigned, and seat selection or requests are not accepted.
  • By presenting your sightseeing bus ticket stub, you can receive a ¥100 discount on the following soft serve ice cream sold at the Mount Usu Ropeway summit terrace (open until November).
  • The menu is subject to change without notice. [A]
  • Get a 10% discount on souvenirs at souvenir shop Memer, Lake Shikotsu, when you show your sightseeing bus ticket stub. (Does not apply to some items. Memer is basically closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays, but closed irregularly in some cases.)
    At Kito no Umaimon Mise Hekisui on the shores of Lake Shikotsu, present your bus ticket stub to receive ¥50 off any soft-serve ice cream (closed irregularly).

Recommendations

  • Vegetarian Menu [good for persons who cannot have animal products, eggs, or dairy. Great for those who can have vegetable products, as well as emulsifiers]. If you wish to have a vegetarian meal, please contact the Chuo Bus Sapporo Terminal desk Navi Dial at (0570-200-600) at least 4 days prior to your tour. (Hours 7:30 - 18:00)
[A] Applies to: With Lunch

Operated by

LINKTIVITY(Chuo Bus) (Code:189846)

Cancellation policy

  • Within 2 hours of start (local time): 100%

Reviews

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I was able to enjoy it even by myself.
Posted Date: 2026/07/12
でこちゃん
Since I was based in Sapporo, I was looking for a day trip bus tour from Sapporo and found this tour. I've been to Hokkaido several times, but I had never been to this area, so it was great to be able to enjoy the beautiful waters of Lake Shikotsu, the view of Mount Yotei from Lake Toya, and the sightseeing at Showa Shinzan without wasting any time. There was also a guidebook provided, and I was very satisfied with the tour.札幌を拠点にしていたので、札幌発日帰りバスツアーを探していたら、このツアーを見つけました。北海道には、何度か行ってるけど、このあたりは行ったことなかったので、支笏湖の水綺麗さ、洞爺湖から見える羊蹄山、昭和新山を無駄なく観光できて、とてもよかったです。ガイドさんの説明書もあり、大変満足なツアーでした。
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Sapporo to Lake Shikotsu & Lake Toya
Posted Date: 2026/06/27
孫７人ひ孫4人のば〜ば
It was a wonderful trip for me, a solo traveler at 84 years old. It wasn't too hard, and I was impressed by the convenience of the audio guide, which I used for the first time with people from various countries. (I am Japanese, from Osaka, haha.)高齢者の私(84歳)1人旅でしたが、大変楽しい旅でした。
それ程ハードでも無く色々の国の方にもイヤホンでのガイド初めてでしたが便利だと感激しました。
(私は日本人大阪からでした(笑)
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I was able to efficiently see various things.
Posted Date: 2026/06/07
ysk
I was able to efficiently visit various spots like Lake Toya, Lake Shikotsu, and Mount Usu, which are difficult to access without a car. As someone who is not a regular driver, this was a great help. The paid option for the bear ranch was also nice. Both the driver and the tour guide were very pleasant. Thank you for a fulfilling day!洞爺湖、支笏湖、有珠山等と車がないと行くことが難しいスポットを効率よく色々と見学できました。ペーパードライバーの身には大変助かります。有料オプションですが、熊牧場も良かったです。ドライバーの方や添乗員の方もとても感じの良い方でした。このたびは充実した1日をありがとうございました。
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Delicious lunch
Posted Date: 2026/06/06
Gellykenny
I hadn't really thought about visiting Lake Toya because it's quite a distance from Sapporo. But since it includes a bus and lunch, I decided to give it a try.

The weather was great, and I had a lot of fun.

I also enjoyed a delicious lunch.札幌市内からは距離もあってなかなか洞爺湖までは観光しようと思ってませんでした。
バス&ランチ付きだし、よし行ってみよう

天気にも恵まれ、楽しかったです

ランチも美味しくいただきました
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Showa Shinzan was amazing!
Posted Date: 2026/05/28
takadajunjii
Being so close, with no clouds, and the guide's sensitivity, Lake Toya and its mirror-like surface were exceptional. The lakeside restaurant at Lake Toya also serves delicious food.あんな近くで、雲も無く、ガイドさんも、感度。洞爺湖の、鏡洞爺湖は、格別でした。洞爺湖ランチ、湖畔亭も、美味しいです。
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I was very satisfied.
Posted Date: 2026/05/16
テンテン
I was very satisfied with the abundant course and delicious meals. Although it's separate from the tourist spots, one of the highlights for me was the bus driver. He was very pleasant, and his driving was careful, which made me feel safe during the ride. Since my job involves driving as well, I was particularly attentive to the driving quality.

I was a bit worried about the value for such a generous offering at this price. I would definitely like to use this service again when I visit Hokkaido.盛りだくさんのコースと美味しいお食事に大満足でした。観光地とは別ですが私の中でとても良かった事の1つにバスの運転手さん。とても感じが良くて運転も丁寧で安心して乗っていられました。私も仕事が運転業務なものでやっぱり運転はとても気になるところでした。
このお値段でこんなに盛り沢山で心配になるくらいでした。
また北海道へ行った際はぜひ利用させていただきたいです。
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Very enjoyable.
Posted Date: 2026/04/18
のり
It was almost a full-day tour, but I really enjoyed it. The food was delicious, and I was able to buy souvenirs at the Mushroom Kingdom, and the mushroom soup was also tasty. If you're looking for a tour to fully enjoy nature, this is definitely the one! 😊ほぼ丸一日のツアーでしたが、とても満喫できました。食事も美味しく、きのこ王国ではお土産も買うことができ、きのこ汁も美味しかった☺️自然を満喫したいツアーなら間違いないです。
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It was packed and very satisfying.
Posted Date: 2026/03/22
チェシャ猫
I was able to enjoy many places efficiently in just one day. The great outdoors was wonderful, and I was also happy to see the bear ranch. The meals were substantial, much more than I expected from a tour.1日で効率よくたくさんの場所を満喫できました。大自然も素晴らしかったですがクマ牧場も見れて嬉しかったです。食事もツアーとは思えないくらいしっかりした内容でした。
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It became a very good memory.
Posted Date: 2026/03/21
From San Diego
I visited Lake Shikotsu, Lake Toya, and Mount Usu, and each place was incredibly beautiful and moving. I enjoyed a delicious lunch while taking in the scenery at Lake Toya. The guide was very kind and attentive, which made the tour even more enjoyable. We were able to get off in Susukino on the way back, so I could also enjoy Susukino. Thank you to the driver and the guide!支笏湖、洞爺湖、有珠山を回りましたが、どこもとても美しく感動的でした。洞爺湖でのランチは景色を見ながら美味しいランチを頂きました。ガイドさんがとても親切丁寧な対応をしてくださったので、より楽しいツアーになりました。帰りにすすきので下車出来たので、すすきのも楽しむ事ができました。運転手さんガイドさんありがとうございました。
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It was fun.
Posted Date: 2026/03/21
ゆかさん
I like bus tours because they allow me to efficiently visit attractions. The information provided through the earphones was detailed, and both the guide and the driver were friendly and very good. There are still spots I want to visit, so I will use this service again.効率よく見所を観光できるため、バスの旅は好きです。イヤホンから聞ける案内も詳しく、ガイドさんも運転者さんも温和でとても良かったです。まだ観光したいスポットがあるので、利用します。
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I am grateful to the driver.
Posted Date: 2026/01/14
きょうやん
First of all, I would like to sincerely thank Driver Matsuzaki (I apologize if I misheard your name) for your polite and safe driving. The next day, I participated in a half-day sightseeing bus tour in Sapporo, and I was very happy when the driver recognized me and said, "You're the one from yesterday."

I also appreciate all the consideration you showed regarding my shoes. I was truly impressed when I saw the guide bowing his head while driving in response to the guide's "Thank you." He is truly… First of all, I would like to sincerely thank Driver Matsuzaki (I apologize if I misheard your name) for your polite and safe driving. The next day, I participated in a half-day sightseeing bus tour in Sapporo, and I was very happy when the driver recognized me and said, "You're the one from yesterday."

I also appreciate all the consideration you showed regarding my shoes. I was truly impressed when I saw the guide bowing his head while driving in response to the guide's "Thank you." He is truly a wonderful person.

The guide for the Sapporo city tour was also very helpful. Everyone, including the driver and the guide, was fantastic, making for a very enjoyable trip.

As for the bus tour itself, despite the long itinerary of 10 hours, I was able to fully enjoy the beautiful snowy landscapes of Lake Shikotsu, Lake Toya, and the Usuzan Ropeway, and the time flew by.

On the next day's sightseeing in Sapporo, the Okurayama Jump Stadium and the Shiroi Koibito Park were also very nice.

In closing, thank you very much to the driver and the guide for a truly enjoyable trip. 先ずは、松崎ドライバーさん（お名前を聞き間違えていましたら申し訳ありません）の、丁寧で安全な運転に心より感謝いたします。
次の日にも札幌市内午前半日観光バスツアーに参加しましたが、その際に運転手さんから「昨日の方ですね」と覚えていていただき、大変嬉しく思いました。
また、靴の件でもいろいろとご配慮いただき、ありがとうございました。
ガイドさんの「ありがとうございました」に合わせて、運転しながら頭を下げておられる姿を拝見し、本当に素晴らしい方だなと感じました。
札幌市内観光のガイドさんにも大変お世話になり… 先ずは、松崎ドライバーさん（お名前を聞き間違えていましたら申し訳ありません）の、丁寧で安全な運転に心より感謝いたします。
次の日にも札幌市内午前半日観光バスツアーに参加しましたが、その際に運転手さんから「昨日の方ですね」と覚えていていただき、大変嬉しく思いました。
また、靴の件でもいろいろとご配慮いただき、ありがとうございました。
ガイドさんの「ありがとうございました」に合わせて、運転しながら頭を下げておられる姿を拝見し、本当に素晴らしい方だなと感じました。
札幌市内観光のガイドさんにも大変お世話になりました。
このように、運転手さんやガイドさんが皆さま素敵な方々で、とても楽しい旅となりました。
肝心のバスツアーですが、10時間という長い行程にもかかわらず、支笏湖・洞爺湖・有珠山ロープウェイと、それぞれの美しい雪景色を満喫でき、あっという間に時間が過ぎました。
次の日の札幌観光では、大倉山ジャンプ競技場や白い恋人パークもとても良かったです。
最後になりますが、運転手さん、ガイドさん、楽しい旅を本当にありがとうございました。
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It was fun!
Posted Date: 2026/01/09
jun
It was a snowy day due to the cold wave from the Sea of Japan, but fortunately, the snow stopped at Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya. We enjoyed a wonderful view from Mount Usu.日本海からの寒波で雪の多い日でしたが、幸い、支笏湖と洞爺湖では雪が止みました。有珠山からは、素晴らしい景色を楽しめました。
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The weather is perfect with clear autumn skies.
Posted Date: 2025/10/27
ライラック
The weather was my biggest concern, but it was nice from departure to arrival, and the scenery was very beautiful. The lunch was also luxurious and delicious. It was a girls' outing with three elderly ladies (laughs), but we had quite a bit of free time and it wasn't too busy, which was nice. The bus guide was kind, and the driver felt like a veteran with safe driving. The bus was also easy to spot. This was my first bus trip in Sapporo, and it became a wonderful memory. Thank you very much.お天気が1番心配されましたが、出発から到着まで良いお天気で景色も大変綺麗でした。
お昼も豪華で美味しく頂きました。高齢者（笑）3人、女子会でしたが割と時間も自由で忙しくなかったのも良かったです。バスガイドさんも親切でした、運転手さんも安全運転でベテランの感じがしました。バスも目立ってて探しやすかったです。
札幌でのバス旅は初めてでしたが楽しい思い出になりました。有難うございました。
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Natural attractions
Posted Date: 2025/10/26
北海道大好き
Shikotsu Lake had heavy rain, and the highway was closed, so we had to take a detour. We went from Shiraoi to Lake Toya. That route was also affected by the heavy rain, creating a unique experience with splashes of water. Thank you to the driver for your hard work. When we arrived at Lake Toya, the rain had stopped, and we were able to see beautiful scenery.支笏湖は大雨、高速道路通行止めで迂回。白老の方から洞爺湖へ。そのルートも大雨の影響で水飛沫をあげながら、ちょっと出来ない経験でした。ドライバーさんご苦労様でした。洞爺湖に着くと雨は上がっていてきれいな景色を見ることができました。
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A fun day that went by in the blink of an eye.
Posted Date: 2025/10/22
あめちゃん
First of all, I would like to thank our guide for their cheerful and upbeat guidance. Even though it was drizzling a bit right before departure, as soon as the bus started moving, the weather cleared up, and I was able to enjoy the wonderful scenery of Lake Shikotsu, Lake Toya, and the ropeway at Mount Usu, all mixed with autumn leaves. I was worried that 10 hours might be too long, but there were so many highlights that it felt like no time at all. Thank you very much for being so considerate o… First of all, I would like to thank our guide for their cheerful and upbeat guidance. Even though it was drizzling a bit right before departure, as soon as the bus started moving, the weather cleared up, and I was able to enjoy the wonderful scenery of Lake Shikotsu, Lake Toya, and the ropeway at Mount Usu, all mixed with autumn leaves. I was worried that 10 hours might be too long, but there were so many highlights that it felt like no time at all. Thank you very much for being so considerate of me as a solo participant. まず、ガイドさんの陽気でテンポの良い案内に感謝します。出発間際まで雨が少し降っていたのに、バスが走り出すとどんどん晴れてきて、支笏湖、洞爺湖、そして有珠山のロープウェイと紅葉混じりの素晴らしい景観を楽しむことができました。10時間も長いかなーと心配してましたが、見所たくさんで、あっという間のひとときでした。
一人参加の私にいろいろ気を配っていただき本当にありがとうございました。
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The best autumn leaves 🍁
Posted Date: 2025/10/20
かっこ
I was able to enjoy the best autumn leaves while relaxing on the bus. Thank you.バスの中でリラックスしながら最高の紅葉を楽しむことができました。
ありがとうございます。ーーーーーーーー
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It was very good.
Posted Date: 2025/10/15
もち
We were able to visit several places in one day that would have been difficult to reach on our own, and the lunch was luxurious and enjoyable. There was free time at key points, which allowed us to spend our time satisfactorily. The breathtaking view from Mount Usu met our expectations, and Lake Toya was also very beautiful and impressive. Both the guide and the driver were pleasant. I would like to use this service again if the opportunity arises.自分たちでは行きづらい場所に１日で数カ所も回ることができ、昼食も豪華でよかったです。要所要所で自由時間がもうけられているため、満足に過ごせました。有珠山からの絶景は期待通りで、洞爺湖もとても素敵で見応えがありました。ガイドの方もドライバーさんも感じが良かったです。また機会があれば利用したいと思います。
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It was amazing!
Posted Date: 2025/10/12
きのこ
The scenery was breathtaking, and I was very satisfied with the lunch as well. The guide and the driver were both excellent. It was a sightseeing experience with great cost performance that you wouldn't expect from a regular sightseeing bus.絶景はもちろん、ランチも大満足でした。
ガイドさん、運転手さんもとても良かったです。
定期観光バスとは思えないコスパの良い観光でした。
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Efficient tour
Posted Date: 2025/10/06
さ23
The one-day tour flew by in no time, and it was a fulfilling experience. I would like to use this service again when I go to Hokkaido.1日観光があっという間に時間が過ぎ去り、充実したツアーでした。北海道行く時再度利用したいと思います。
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The breathtaking view from the Usuzan Observatory.
Posted Date: 2025/10/04
konちゃん
Arriving at the top of the ropeway, you reach the observation deck after a slight uphill path, and I was moved by the wonderful 360-degree view! Please be sure to participate and experience it for yourself!ロープウェイの頂上到着、少し坂道になり展望台に到着しますと
360度見渡す限り素晴しい眺望で感動しました！
是非、参加して体験してみてください！　
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