All Reviews for Top Hokkaido Attractions

I was unsure where to go depending on the weather, but after checking the weather forecast three days prior, I made a reservation. Since it was possible to join as an individual and the meeting time was relaxed, this tour was perfect for me.

There was a total of three and a half hours to explore Asahiyama Zoo, so I could take my time. Since it was my first time at the meeting location, I did a site visit the day before. The staff at the reception during the site visit smoothly guided me just by saying my name, which made me feel reassured. However, the staff at the reception on the day of the tour seemed a bit skeptical when they asked, "Do you know your reservation number?" which made me a little anxious.

When I showed the printed voucher I brought, they asked, "Can I take this?" and then gave me the tickets. I definitely recommend printing it out and bringing it with you.

This was my first time participating in a local departure tour, and in this case, it was more efficient time-wise than transferring via public transportation, so it was great. I would like to use this service again in the future.

[Postscript] After sending my experience, I received a reply saying, "You can just tell your name or show the reservation screen on your mobile." I had read the explanation on the website thoroughly, so I was prepared for that, but there were some staff members on-site who were a bit confused in their responses, so I wrote my experience as it was. I would like to request that the tour operating company ensure a consistent reception method for users.

お天気次第で何処へ行こうかと予定を決めかねていましたが、3日前の天気予報を見て予約しました。1人参加が可能で集合時間もゆっくりだったので私にはピッタリのツアーでした。
旭山動物園の見学時間も3時間半有ったので比較的ゆっくり見られました。
初めての集合場所だったので前日に下見しました。下見の時の受付の方は名前を言っただけで『予約が入っていますので…』とスムーズに案内をして貰えて安心出来ましたが、当日の受付窓口の方は『予約番号は分かりますか？』と半信半疑の受答えだったので、少し不安に成りました。
印刷していったバウチャーを見せると『コレを貰っていいですか？』と言われてチケットをくれました。
やはりプリントして持って行く事をお勧めします。
現地出発ツアーは初めて参加しましたが、今回の場合は公共交通機関を乗り継ぐよりも時間が有効に使えたので良かったです。
コレからも利用したいと思います。
【後日談】
前述の体験談を送信したら『名前を伝えるか、携帯の予約画面を見せるだけで大丈夫です』と返信メールが来ました。
私もHPの説明はしっかり読んで行ったのでソノつもりでしたが、現場の方はチンプンカンプンの対応の方もいましたので体験談をソノまま書きました。
利用者側よりツアー催行会社の方に受付方法の徹底をお願いします。

The shibazakura and tulips are very beautiful, but being shaken around on a bus for 600 km round trip is quite tiring. It's a 12-hour tour departing at 8 AM and returning at 8 PM, and over 8 of those hours were spent on the bus. If it were departing from Asahikawa or Monbetsu instead of Sapporo, it might be a bit easier.

芝ざくらもチューリップも、とても綺麗なのですが、往復600㎞をバスに揺られるのは、さすがにちょっと疲れます。午前8時出発、午後8時帰着の12時間のツアーですが、そのうち8時間以上はバスに揺られていました。札幌発でなく旭川や紋別発だと、もう少し楽かもしれないです。

The content of the plan itself was very good, and I was able to enjoy Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo, Iouzan, and Lake Akan in a favorable weather environment. I was considering a private taxi, but I was glad that the places I wanted to visit were sufficiently covered by this plan. While it would have been fine to have a pickup in Kushiro city, I could enjoy the hot springs and boat rides at Lake Akan, so it seems reasonable to take more free time and return to Kushiro by regular bus, separating from this tour.

However, it seems there was a mix-up between the operating company, Akan Bus, and the tour group, as an unexpected reservation for a group was discovered on the day of the tour. As a result, the number of participants significantly exceeded the original maximum, leading to a fully booked bus. The interior was extremely cramped, and there were no additional buses provided. Even considering it was an accident, objectively speaking, it did not seem like an environment that took COVID-19 precautions into account. I felt sorry for the local staff, but it is a fact that I sensed a lack of awareness regarding COVID-19 measures in various aspects of their response. For example, they said, "If you spot an animal from the window, please shout to let us know," but given the circumstances, I thought that would just cause a commotion in an already crowded bus.

While the tour content was indeed good, I wanted to note this communication error, as I am unsure how frequently such issues occur.

プランの内容自体は大変良く、天候に恵まれた環境で摩周湖・屈斜路湖・硫黄山・阿寒湖を満足に楽しむことができた。
貸切タクシーと迷っていたが、こちらのプランでまわりたいところは十分カバーされていたのでよかったなと思った。釧路市内での送迎でもよいが、阿寒湖で温泉に入ったり船に乗ったりすることができるので、自由時間を多めに取り、帰りはこのツアーから外れて路線バスで釧路に戻ってもよさそう。

ただ、催行会社の阿寒バスとツアー団体間で手違いがあったようで、当日判明した予定外の団体客の予約があった。そのため本来の最大人数を大幅に超過し、バスが満席になるほどの人数での催行となった。車内は非常に密接された状態で、バスの台数が増やされることもなく、アクシデントとはいえ、客観的に見てコロナに配慮されていた環境であるとは到底思えなかった。
現地スタッフは気の毒だと思ったが、それ以外でも対応の節々にコロナ対策への意識の低さを感じたのは事実である。例えば「窓から動物を見つけたら大声を上げて知らせてください」とのことだったが、状況が状況だったので、そんなことをしたらただでさえ満員で人が密接した車内は大騒ぎになると思った。
ツアー内容がよかったのは事実だが、こうした連絡ミスがどれくらい頻繁に起きているのかわからないため、念のため記載しておく。

I had already decided on the sightseeing spots, but there was no explanation of the schedule or itinerary even after getting on the bus. I’ve participated in tours in the Kanto region dozens of times, but I was a bit surprised to see that this seems to be common in Hokkaido! The conversations in Chinese from other passengers were so long and continuous that it was a bit overwhelming.

観光する場所は決まってましたが、バスに乗車しても予定時間や行程の説明もなくて、今まで何十回も関東でツアー参加してきましたけれど、これは北海道では常識なのか～？と少し驚きました！
同乗していた他のお客様の中国語での会話があまりに長くて途切れ無くて少し参りました～。

The guide was kind, and we had plenty of time to leisurely enjoy both the moss phlox and tulips. There were also places to eat for lunch, so I had no worries.

ガイドの方も親切で、芝桜、チューリップ共に十分な時間がありのんびり見ることができました。
昼食も食べるところもあって心配ありませんでした。

The guide's talk was very engaging, and even though I participated alone, I had a great time. I would like to join again in a different season.

ガイドさんの話も聞き応えがあり1人参加でしたがとても楽しめました。
季節を変えてまた参加したいです。

The shiba sakura and tulips were both very nice. The tulips, in particular, were impressive! However, it seems better to think of this as a tour or a similar experience to taking a highway bus. It's definitely a relief since it's quite difficult to get to Yubetsu from Sapporo on your own.

Having two drivers made me feel safe, but there was no guide during the trip. After boarding, there was no explanation of the itinerary, and there were no announcements about rest stops. (As stated in the application URL, this isn't a problem, and you can see where you are on Google Maps.) However, it might feel a bit strange for those used to group bus tours.

When I asked the driver if we needed to pay the entrance fee ourselves upon arrival, everyone was taken aback (laughs). When I mentioned that it was included in the tour fee, they hurriedly bought the tickets.

Since there were only eight participants this time, we used a microbus. I tried to watch videos on my smartphone during the ride, but I gave up since I couldn't charge it. Unfortunately, my seatbelt was broken, which was a bit scary while driving on the highway.

For lunch, I recommend preparing a quantity similar to what you usually eat. If you try to hold back thinking you'll enjoy local gourmet food at the sightseeing spot, you might find you don't have much to buy and end up getting hungry. If you're okay with anything, you can eat at the shop in Takinoue Park.

芝桜もチューリップもとても良かったです。特にチューリップは見応えがありました！
ただ、こちらはツアーというか、高速バスと同じような感覚で利用した方が良さそうです。
札幌から湧別まで自力で行くのは大変なので、ありがたい企画なのは間違いないです。
運転手さんが2名体制で運転は安心ですが、道中のガイドなどはありません。
搭乗後もとくに行程の説明なく、休憩場所のアナウンスもありません。(申込URLに記載のとおりなので、困ることはありませんし、Google mapでいまどの辺を移動中かもわかります)
ただ、団体バスツアーに慣れている方にとっては違和感があるかもしれません。
運転手さんに目的地に到着後、入園料は各自払うんですかね？と聞かれたので、参加者一同目が点になりました(笑)
ツアー代込みとのことをお伝えすると、あたふた入場券を購入されてました。
今回は参加者が8名のせいか、マイクロバス利用でした。移動中にスマホで動画見ようとしてましたが、充電も出来ないので諦めました。
運が悪かったのか、私の座席はシートベルトが壊れてて使えませんでした。高速道路走行中はちょっと怖かったです。
お昼はいつも食べる位の量を用意するのをおすすめします。観光地感覚でご当地グルメを楽しみたいと思って控えめにすると特に買いたいものもなく、お腹が空くと思います。何でも良ければ、滝上公園の売店で食べれます。

Although I was the only participant, the tour was still conducted. The guide was thorough and attentive, even singing songs related to the area, for which I am truly grateful. I really want to see the autumn leaves and the winter ice on Lake Kussharo. I wondered if they could have taken a break if I hadn't participated—well, I felt quite sorry about that. It was a mini tour that left me extremely satisfied. The private large tour bus was… more impressive than a Rolls Royce!

参加者が私一人だけだったのに、催行して下さいました。
ガイドさんも手を抜くことなく、丁寧にガイドして下さり、ゆかりの歌も歌ってくださり、本当にありがとうございました
秋の紅葉も、冬の屈斜路湖の御神渡りも是非観たいと思いました。
私が参加しなかったら休養できたのかな〜ま、申し訳ない気持ちでいっぱいでした。
大大大満足のミニツアーでした。
お抱えの、大型観光バスなんて…ロールスロイスより凄い‼︎と思いました。

I traveled quite a distance from Shiretoko Cape to Kinu Shrine, Kamiko Pond, Urakawa Mashu Observatory, Iouzan, and then to Memanbetsu Airport, but I was able to enjoy sightseeing with peace of mind.

I was also introduced to recommended cafes and sweets, which filled both my stomach and heart. For solo travelers who can't drive, I hope this can be considered as a means to visit tourist spots that are not easily accessible by public transportation.

Thank you once again! I would like to use this service again.

知床岬から来運神社、神の子池、裏表摩周展望台、硫黄山、美幌峠を経ての女満別空港とかなりの距離を走って頂きましたが、安心して楽しく観光出来ました。
おすすめの喫茶店やスイーツも紹介頂きお腹も心も満たされました。運転手出来ない単身の旅行者にとっては公共交通機関だけではなかなか行けない観光地を回る手段として是非検討して貰えればと思います。
改めてありがとうございました！また利用したいと思います。

We were blessed with good weather and were able to see the clear skies of Lake Mashu. It was a great plan to be able to return by local bus as well.

天気に恵まれて、晴天の摩周湖をみることができました
また かえりのバスを 路線バスでも帰れことができ良い企画でした

It's a distance that can be reached by a private car, but I chose to use a tour to enjoy the travel experience. There were about 20 participants on the day of the tour. (I wonder if it was profitable?) We were allowed to move to empty seats on the bus, so naturally, we spaced out and there was no concern about crowding. We arrived comfortably while listening to the guide's wonderful narration. We were blessed with good weather, and although I thought 3.5 hours at the zoo might be long, it turned out to be just right. The animals were all very cute and had a great sense of service!

自家用車でも行ける距離だが、旅感を味わいたくあえてツアーを利用。当日は20名位の参加者。(採算とれるのか？)バスの中は空席へ移動可となり、自然と一列おきになり密の心配なかった。ガイドさんの見事な語りに耳を傾けながら快適に到着。天気に恵まれ、動物園で3時間半は長いかと思っていたら、ちょうど良かった。サービス精神がある動物たちばかりでとても可愛かった！

I am very grateful for this bus tour since I can't drive as a paper driver. Even in seasons without snow, there are animals that can suddenly appear, so I'm too scared to drive...

I am generally satisfied with the tour content, but I would be even happier if there was a plan to stop at the observation deck of the Kushiro Wetlands.

The guide's explanations were easy to understand. Thank you to the driver for safe driving!

ペーパードライバーで運転できないので、このバスツアーはとてもありがたかったです。雪がない季節でも動物の飛び出しなどがあるので、怖くて運転できません…

ツアーの内容には概ね満足していますが、釧路湿原の展望台に立ち寄るプランがあると、なお嬉しいです。

ガイドさんの説明もわかりやすかったです。
運転手さんも安全運転、ありがとうございました！

Recently, I haven't been going on bus tours much, so I participated in one for the first time in a while. It seemed like Sapporo had quite a bit of snow, and there was still some snow left, so it was great to be on a bus tour. The tour guide was kind, and the driver was skilled, making it an enjoyable tour. I thought the time allocation for sightseeing was good, and I also enjoyed the scallop meal♪ I would like to use this service again if the opportunity arises.

最近、あまりバスツアー行かないので、久しぶりに参加しました。札幌は雪がかなり降ったようで、まだ雪が残った状態だったので、バスツアーでよかったです。
添乗員さんも優しく運転手さんも運転が上手く、楽しいツアーになりました。観光などの時間配分もよかったと思いますし、帆立御膳も美味しくいただきました♪
また、機会がありましたら利用したいです。

The zoo had a unique way of displaying animals that brought them close to us, showcasing creatures we had never seen before. The middle school children were also very interested as they walked around. Since it had snowed, there were large and cute paw prints of the tiger left in the snow. It was a bit snowy, and I wondered if the animals would have been more active if it had been a little warmer. On the bus, everyone was mostly quiet, listening to the talkative bus guide. The bus guide was also considerate, speaking while facing forward due to COVID-19 precautions.

動物園は、動物との距離が近くて今までに見たことない動物の展示の仕方でした。中学生の子供たちも興味深く見て回りました。雪が降った後だったので、トラの肉球の足跡がの上に残っていて大きくて可愛かったです。小雪がパラつく天気だったので、もう少し暖かかったら動物ももっと動いてくれたのかなと思います。バスの中では皆余りしゃべることなく、話し上手なバスガイドさんの話を聞いていました。バスガイドさん自身も、進行方向を向いて喋る等、コロナなので気を遣わていました。

We went on a family tour to Asahiyama Zoo. I was worried about the two-hour bus ride, but the bus guide's stories were fascinating. We heard about how prisoners built the roads and local tales. At the parking area, the bus guide gave us discount coupons, and we bought souvenirs and enjoyed soft serve ice cream, making the time fly by. At the zoo, I was able to see the wolves I wanted to see, and we spotted tiger paw prints in the snow, showcasing their large paw pads. However, I was disappointed that I couldn't see the many penguins swimming in the tunnel aquarium or the polar bear swimming in the tunnel. It was cold, so many animals were curled up. It was a lot of fun to visit the zoo with my grown-up kids after a long time.

家族で旭山動物園ツアーに行きました。２時間くらいバスの乗車時間がかかるとの事で心配していましたが、バスガイドさんの話が興味深く、囚人たちが道路を作った話や地元の話が聞けたり、パーキングエリアでは、バスガイドさんから割引券をもらい、お土産を買ったりソフトクリームを食べたり、あっという間に時間が過ぎました。動物園は、見たかったおおかみが見れたり、雪にトラの足跡が残り大きな肉球が見れたりしました。しかし、たくさんのペンギンがトンネルの水槽の中を泳いでる姿や、白熊が水槽トンネルで泳いでいるのが見たかったですが残念ながら見れませんでした。寒かったので、丸まってる動物も多かったです。大きくなった子供たちと久しぶりに動物園に行きましたが楽しかったです。

This time, we were half resigned to the fact that the meeting place and planned route would be impossible due to the bad weather. However, the driver was very accommodating and made significant changes. For us, who had never driven on snowy roads, it was a wonderful experience to safely enjoy the beautiful winter scenery of Eastern Hokkaido. It became a great memory! Thank you very much! ✨

今回は悪天候で集合場所も予定コースも
無理だろうと半ば諦めておりましたが
ドライバーさんとのやりとりで大幅な変更を
快く対応して下さいました　
雪道を走った事のない我々にとって
憧れの道東の雪景色を安心して体感出来
良い思い出になりました！
ありがとうございました✨

It was wonderful to see the dancing red-crowned cranes and the clear mist over Lake Mashu. The hot springs at Lake Akan were also very nice, and I was very satisfied.

タンチョウの踊っているところや霧の晴れた摩周湖が見れてとても良かったです。また阿寒湖の温泉もとても良い湯で大満足でした。

I participated with my mother in her 60s. I have a weak bladder and am not fond of bus trips, and I was worried because this bus didn't have a restroom. However, the intervals between stops weren't too long (about 15 minutes to a maximum of just over an hour), so I didn't feel too uncomfortable.

On the day we participated, we were able to see many red-crowned cranes at Tsurumidai, but I heard that there are days when you can't see them at all.

Also, due to a severe snowstorm, we couldn't go to Lake Mashu, but the places we did visit were wonderful and became great memories, and my mother was very happy.

Since we were scheduled to stay at Lake Akan, we got off there, and just looking around the shops in Ainu Kotan was enjoyable, and we ended up spending a few hours. I thought that if we had only gone to Kushiro, I might have felt a bit unsatisfied.

60代の母と二人で参加。私はトイレが近くバス旅行が苦手で、このバスもトイレがついていなくて不安があったのですが、一つ一つの停車の間隔がそこまで長くなく(15分~最長1時間強位？)、あまり辛さを感じなかったです。
参加した日は鶴見台でタンチョウをたくさん見れましたが、あまり見れない日もあるそうです。
また、猛吹雪のため摩周湖には行くことができませんでしたが、それでも行けた場所は素晴らしくとても良い思い出になり母も喜んでいました。
阿寒湖に宿泊予定だったため、阿寒湖で下車したのですが、アイヌコタンのお店を見てるだけでも楽しく数時間経ってしまったので、もし釧路までにしていたらちょっと物足りなさを感じたかもとは思いました。

It's great that you can visit two tourist spots (a zoo and a waterfall) and a souvenir spot (a lunch place and Ningle Terrace) all in one day, so there's no need to drive yourself or use a taxi. Especially arriving at the zoo just before it opens and being able to see the penguin walk in real-time is a highlight! However, as an animal lover, I found the two hours at the zoo a bit short. But considering the travel time and the time to disperse, it can be seen as reasonable.

The option to choose between soba and Genghis Khan hot pot for meals is also considerate for those who may not like Genghis Khan. Both are warm, making them perfect for the cold season. The Genghis Khan seems to have more volume. The soba is light and not too heavy, and you can enjoy Hokkaido's vegetable tempura.

When it comes to travel, the charm lies in enjoying souvenir time and the lively atmosphere, but honestly, everywhere felt a bit lonely due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I hope we can return to a time when we can enjoy ourselves freely again soon.

観光スポット2箇所(動物園+滝)と、土産スポット(昼食場所+ニングルテラス)を一日で巡れるので、自分で車を運転orタクシーを使う必要が無いのはありがたい。
特に動物園到着は開園直前、ペンギンウォークというペンギンの散歩タイムをリアルタイムで見れるのはgood!
ただ動物好きな私的には、動物園2時間がちょっと物足りなかった。
しかし、移動時間や解散時間を考えれば妥当ともいえますが…。

食事を蕎麦かジンギスカン鍋を選べる点も、ジンギスカンが苦手な人にも配慮しているのが良い。
どちらも暖かいので、寒い季節にぴったりです。
ボリューム自体はジンギスカンの方がありそうです。
お蕎麦は重たすぎずあっさりとしていて、北海道の野菜天ぷらが楽しめます。

旅行といえばお土産タイムや賑わった雰囲気を楽しめるのが醍醐味ですが、コロナ禍の昨今では、正直どこも寂しさがありました。
早く疫病が落ち着いて、大手を振って楽しめる時代に戻って欲しいものですね

Normally, I would use a rental car, but I signed up for this tour because I was worried about driving on snowy roads. Fortunately, the weather was nice on the day of the tour, and it seemed like driving wouldn't be an issue, but taking a taxi was definitely more comfortable. Considering the unfamiliar roads and the need to look up stores while driving, the taxi was very convenient as it eliminated the need for prior research and any time loss on the day itself.

This time, we had a 4-hour course. Since we were scheduled to stay at the LOOP hotel in Yoichi, we toured Otaru before heading to the hotel. Both my friend and I had visited Otaru a few times, so we focused on shopping there. When moving from Otaru to Yoichi, we were taken to scenic spots along the coast.

The driver efficiently scheduled our requested and suggested sightseeing spots, allowing us to make the most of our time. He was very friendly, knowledgeable about local information, and our conversations in the car were enjoyable.

普段ならレンタカーを利用するのですが、雪道が心配だったためこのツアーを申し込みました。当日は幸いにも天気に恵まれ運転に支障は無さそうでしたが、やっぱりタクシーは楽。慣れない道やお店を調べながら走ることを考えると、事前の下調べも当日の時間ロスもないタクシーはとても快適で良かったです。

今回は4時間コース。余市のLOOPというホテルに滞在予定だったため、小樽から観光しながら余市へ向かいホテルに送っていただきました。
私も友人も小樽には数回訪れたことがあったので小樽では買い物を中心に。小樽から余市へ移動する際は、海沿いの景勝地に連れて行っていただきました。

運転手さんは、私たちのリクエスト＋ご提案いただいた観光地等をうまくスケジューリングしてくださり効率的に回れました。とても気さくな方で、地元情報もお詳しく、車内での会話も楽しかったです。

On the day when Hokkaido was hit by a blizzard and all flights at New Chitose Airport were canceled, fortunately, flights to Hakodate were still operating. On the night of my arrival in Hakodate, I took advantage of the "Night View Enjoyment Plan from Mount Hakodate for 1 Hour." Due to my circumstances, I changed the plan to focus on the illuminated sights in the city instead of the night view from Mount Hakodate.

At 6 PM, I was picked up from my hotel and we started with the light displays in front of Hakodate Station, then moved on to the Motomachi area. While listening to the driver's detailed guide, we took time for photos at various points. Despite the light snow falling, we efficiently explored the sparkling, quiet night of Hakodate. I truly realized that it wouldn't have been possible to cover so much ground without a sightseeing taxi. Finally, I was dropped off at a conveyor belt sushi restaurant in Kanamori Warehouse District.

In just one hour before dinner, I had a valuable experience and was extremely impressed. Thank you very much.

北海道が暴風雪に襲われ　新千歳空港の発着便は全便欠航となった日
幸いにも函館は飛行機も運行されており　函館に到着した当日の夜に
「函館山からの夜景堪能プラン　1時間」を利用させていただきました。
こちらの都合で函館山からの夜景はしないで　函館の街中のライトアップとめぐるプランに変更していただきました。
18時にホテルに迎えにきていただき　函館駅前のライトアップから元町界隈のライトアップ　運転手さんの詳しいガイドを聞きながら　撮影ポイントでは　撮影の時間を撮っていただき　雪のチラチラ降る中　キラキラ輝く静かな函館の夜を効率よく回っていただきました。
観光タクシーでないと　これだけ効率よくまわることはできないと実感しました。最後は　金森倉庫街にある回転寿司屋さんまで送っていただきました。
夕食までのたった1時間で貴重な体験ができて大感激です。
ありがとうございました。

I think it's possible to get around efficiently. However, on the day I participated, there was a snowstorm, and I couldn't reach Lake Mashu, so I want to try again.

効率よく回れると思います。
ただ、私が参加した日は吹雪で摩周湖へは辿り着けなかったのでリベンジしたいです。

I have long wanted to see the drift ice with my own eyes. After exploring the Shiretoko Five Lakes last summer, I fell in love with Shiretoko. At the hotel (Kita Kobushi Shiretoko Resort & Hotel), I was told, "If you come around mid-February, you can see the drift ice," so I immediately made a reservation at the same hotel after returning home.

Due to the timing of my flight, I couldn't take the winter-only airport shuttle, so I arranged a sightseeing taxi through VELTRA. The driver was very kind and recommended that if I wanted to see the drift ice, he would take me to the boarding point for the Aurora boat and waited for me there. He even bought me freshly made Aurora baked goods, which was truly touching. Along the way, he stopped at photo spots and explained things, making it a healing journey filled with the beauty of nature and the warmth of the people of Hokkaido.

On the way back, unfortunately, the weather turned bad, and I had to return home a day earlier, but the hotel staff were very kind and accommodating, for which I am grateful.

Since many places in Hokkaido are not easily accessible without a car, I highly recommend the sightseeing taxi introduced by VELTRA. You can enjoy a luxurious solo trip with peace of mind.

かねてより、この目で流氷を見てみたいと思っていました。
昨年夏に知床五湖の散策をして、知床に惚れ込んでしまいました。そこのホテル(北こぶし知床リゾート&ホテル)で「２月の中旬頃なら、流氷が見られます。」と言われ、帰宅後すぐに同じホテルで予約しました。
飛行機の到着時間の都合で冬期限定のエアポートシャトルに乗れないため、VELTRAさんに観光タクシーを手配していただきました。
そのドライバーさんがとても良い方で、流氷を見るならお勧めですと、オーロラ号の乗り場まで連れていってくれて、待っていてくれました。焼きたてのオーロラ焼きまで買っていただいて、感動続きでした。道々、写真スポットでは車を止めて説明してくれて、自然の素晴らしさと、北海道人の温かさに癒される旅でした。
帰りは、生憎の荒天になり、１日前倒しで帰宅することになりましたが、ホテルの方も親切に対応してくれて、感謝しています。
北海道は車でないと回れないところが多いので、VELTRAさんの紹介してくれる観光タクシーがイチオシです。
安心して極上の一人旅ができます。

For lunch, I had pork bowl. After that, I bought dessert on the first floor and enjoyed it while soaking my feet. I was glad to see the red-crowned crane, but the travel time was long, and I wish I had a bit more time at Lake Akan. After experiencing the snowmobile for 7 kilometers, it was already time to depart. Lake Akan is really cold, so it's essential to take measures against the cold.

お昼ごはんは豚丼でした。食後にデザートを1階で買って食べて足湯に入りました。タンチョウヅルも見られて良かったですが、移動時間が長いのと、阿寒湖でもうちょっと時間があったらよかったです。スノーモービル7キロ体験したらすぐに出発時間でした。阿寒湖は本当に寒いので防寒対策必至です。

The drift ice and Abashiri Prison were impressive. The view from the Drift Ice Museum was also nice. However, the lunch portion was small. You can choose between a seafood bowl or a hokke set meal, but I chose the seafood bowl, which came with just the bowl, pickles, and miso soup. We were taken to the second floor of the dining area, and after the food was served, that was it. The staff did not come up to the second floor, and there was no warm tea after the meal, nor any way to call the staff. The rice portion was large, but the seafood was minimal. If lunch is simple, the satisfaction level might be low.

We disbanded at Abashiri Station at 16:00, but I immediately went into a hamburger restaurant nearby and had a salad buffet and a hamburger. It might be good for older people, but others might have felt hungry.

流氷と網走監獄は見ごたえがありました。流氷館からの展望景色も良かったです。ただお昼ごはんが少ない。。海鮮丼かホッケ定食が選べますが、海鮮丼を選んで、提供は丼とおしんこと味噌汁。食事どころの2階に通され、料理が出てきてそれっきり。店員さんは2階には上がってこず、食後に温かいお茶もなく、店員さんを呼ぶ手段もなく、、ご飯の量は多かったけど、海鮮の量が少なく。。お昼ご飯が質素だと満足度は低いかも。。

網走駅で16:00解散でしたが、駅近くにあるハンバーグレストランにすぐに入り、サラダビュッフェとハンバーグを食べました。年配の方は良いかもですが、それ以外の方はひもじかったのではないでしょうか。

I took the train from Kitahama Station, and I thought it was short. Abashiri Prison and lunch were also great! It was nice that Notoro Cape was sunny.

途中で電車乗るんですが北浜駅からなんですけど短いと思いました
網走監獄や昼食もよかったです!
能取岬は晴れていてよかったです

I didn't think I would walk that much, so I ended up feeling a bit tired, but the guide taught us a lot of interesting things, which made it enjoyable! The snowy scenery was very beautiful. It seems that seeing frost flowers is quite rare.

あまり沢山歩かないと思っていたので、思ったより歩く時間が多く少し疲れましたが、ガイドさんは色々なことを教えてくださったので楽しくてよかったです！
雪景色はとてもきれいでした。フロストフラワーが見れるのはかなりレアのようです。

I couldn't see the drift ice.
Lunch was disappointing. Previously, there was a large souvenir facility that served salmon chan-chan-yaki.

流氷が見れなかった。
昼飯がしょぼかった。以前は、大きな土産物施設でシャケのちゃんちゃん焼きだった。

This course is recommended for beginners to visit the main tourist spots in Eastern Hokkaido! Summer might be nice too, but especially in winter, Lake Mashu has plenty of clear days, making it the best! The bus guide seemed quite concerned that the explanations during the trip might disturb customers' sleep, but personally, I think the guide is one of the enjoyable aspects, so those who want to sleep should just avoid joining a bus tour. However, as mentioned in the reviews, the one-hour stay at Lake Akan is too short. There are many highlights, so two hours are definitely needed. I would like to join a tour with my family through VELTRA again. The prices are reasonable, and it's a very trustworthy company, so I recommend it!

道東の主要観光地を回るコースとしては、初心者にはオススメです！！夏も良いかも知れませんが、特に冬の摩周湖は晴れ間も多いので最高です！バスガイドさんから、移動中の解説はお客様の睡眠を邪魔しているのでは？とかなり気にされてましたが、私的には、ガイドも楽しみのひとつなので、寝たい人はバスツアーに参加するのは避ければ良いと思います。ただ、口コミにあった通り、阿寒湖の滞在時間一時間は短過ぎます。見どころが多いので、やはり二時間は必要です。また家族を連れてVELTRAさんのツアーに参加したいと思います。値段も良心的でとても信用できる会社なのでオススメです！

The weather forecast for the day showed a southwest wind. My worries were confirmed! Still, once we headed out to sea, we were able to see everything clearly. Thank you so much, it was really great!

当日の天気予報を見たら南西の風になっていました。私の不安が的中！それでも沖に出ると、まとまって見ることが出来ました。本当にありがとう良かったです