All Reviews for Top Hokkaido Attractions

A day trip bus tour from Sapporo to Furano and Biei. The weather started off cloudy, but gradually cleared up, allowing us to enjoy the day in a pleasantly cool atmosphere.
The first destination of the tour was Farm Tomita, famous for its lavender. Although we missed the peak blooming season, the vast lavender fields, dyed in purple, filled the air with a sweet and refreshing fragrance, which was very soothing. We also got to taste lavender soft serve ice cream, fully indulging our senses in Furano.
The most impressive part of the tour was Shikisai no Oka. On the gentle hills, colorful flower fields spread out like a patchwork quilt, and I was overwhelmed by the sheer scale of it. With the weather improving and the blue sky appearing, the vibrancy of the flowers stood out even more. Riding a cart around the hills was enjoyable, and every view was picture-perfect.
Finally, we visited the mystical Blue Pond. The surface shimmered in an incredibly vivid cobalt blue, creating a fantastical atmosphere against the backdrop of the dead trees. I was captivated by its beauty, even more than I had seen in photos.
I was a bit worried at the start with the cloudy sky, but the latter part of the day was sunny, leading to breathtaking views and making it a truly memorable day. I will especially never forget the scenery at Shikisai no Oka. It was a wonderful bus tour that allowed us to experience the vast nature of Hokkaido.

札幌から出発した富良野・美瑛への日帰りバスツアー。当日の天気は曇り空から始まりましたが、次第に晴れ間が広がり、最終的には心地よい涼しさの中で一日を過ごすことができました。
ツアーの最初の目的地は、ラベンダーで有名なファーム富田です。見頃は少し過ぎていたものの、紫色に染まった広大なラベンダー畑からは、甘く爽やかな香りが漂ってきて、とても癒されました。ラベンダーソフトクリームも味わうことができ、五感で富良野を満喫しました。
そして、このツアーで最も感動したのが四季彩の丘です。なだらかな丘の上に、色とりどりの花畑がまるでパッチワークのように広がっており、そのスケールの大きさに圧倒されました。天気が回復して青空が広がったこともあり、花々の鮮やかさが一層際立って見えました。カートに乗って丘を巡るのも楽しく、どこを切り取っても絵になる絶景でした。
最後に訪れたのは、あの神秘的な青い池でした。水面が信じられないほど鮮やかなコバルトブルーに輝き、立ち枯れた木々とのコントラストが幻想的な雰囲気を生み出していました。写真で見ていた以上の美しさに、ただただ見入ってしまいました。
曇り空のスタートで少し心配でしたが、後半は晴れて最高の景色に出会え、とても思い出に残る一日になりました。特に四季彩の丘の景色は忘れられそうにありません。北海道の広大な自然を肌で感じられる、素晴らしいバスツアーでした。

During my trip staying in Sapporo, I really wanted to visit Asahiyama Zoo, so I signed up for a tour. The bus was comfortable, and the guide's stories were interesting, making the journey enjoyable. The meeting place in the morning was easy to find, but no staff came outside even when it was time to gather, which made me a bit anxious until the bus arrived.

札幌に宿泊の旅行中に、どうしても旭山動物園に行きたくてツアーに申し込みました。バスは快適で、ガイドさんの話も面白くて道中も楽しめました。
朝の集合場所はわかりやすいのですが、集合時間になってもスタッフの方は誰も外に来ず、乗るバスが来るまで少し不安でした。

The lunch was delicious. I was able to enjoy the vast land, large trees, and colorful flowers. It's a shame that the lavender season had ended.

ランチが美味しかったです。広大な大地、大きな木、色鮮やかな花々を満期できた。ラベンダーの季節が終わっていたのが残念。

I traveled to Hokkaido on a bullet train. Since I had limited time, I thought about how to make the most of my day and came up with this plan. It turned out to be a great decision.

In the city, everywhere in Japan feels the same. Since I came to Hokkaido, I wanted to experience nature. Everything was, of course, wonderful.

For lunch, I chose an all-you-can-eat melon, but it seemed like everyone was securing multiple melons even before the meal. I thought it was supposed to be that you eat one after finishing your meal and then get more if you wanted. It was frustrating to see so many people being greedy from the start, and it made me feel uncomfortable dining with them. Their greed was overwhelming. Even my child didn’t take dessert at the beginning.

I can only accept that it’s unavoidable to have foreign guests behaving that way.

The tour guide was wonderful. She was charming, had a lovely voice, and was very skilled in both languages.

The person I am most grateful to is the driver. He drove with great care for the passengers throughout the trip. On mountain roads, bumpy paths, and slopes, his driving made it feel like there was no gear shifting. When we returned from breaks, he always greeted us with "Welcome back," which, while it may seem like a small thing, made me feel very comfortable.

Thank you for the 10 hours of driving. I would like to use your services again.

弾丸で北海道へ。時間が無いためどうしたら一日を有意義に過ごせるか考えてこのプランへ。結果大正解でした。
街中なんか日本全国どこも同じ。北海道に来たからには自然を味わいたい。
どこも当然素晴らしい。
ランチですが、メロン食べ放題を選んだのですが、食事前から何個も確保してる方々ばかり。
本来は食事が終わって1つ食べて、また食べたかったらおかわりするものではないかと。
最初から欲張る方々ばかりで、一緒に食事するのに嫌悪感感じました。欲張り方が半端ない。
我が子供でさえ最初からデザートは取りません。
そういった外国の方も一緒なのも仕方ないと思うしかありません。
そして添乗員の方が素晴らしい。愛嬌あり、声も可愛く、二ヶ国語がとてもお上手でした。
一番感謝申し上げたいのはドライバーさんです。終始丁寧に乗客の事を考えて下さる運転でした。
山道や、ガタガタ道、坂道、ギアチェンジを感じさせない運転、休憩から帰ると、おかえりなさい、と、必ず声をかけて下さり、当然の事かもしれませんがとても安心して過ごす事が出来ました。
10時間の運転、ありがとうございました。また利用させて頂きたいと思います。

It was the best tour for travelers without a car! The guide was kind, and being able to listen to the explanations through earphones meant I could relax and even take a nap when I wanted. I'm thinking of going on the same tour again!

車が無い旅行者には最高のツアーでした！
ガイドさんも優しいし、イヤホンで説明を聞けるので何より休みたい時は寝れるし最高！
もう1回同じツアーに行こうと思ってます！

Thanks to the calm and lovely tour guide and driver’s safe driving, I was able to have a wonderful trip. I enjoyed beautiful scenery and flowers, and had the best time. Thank you very much.

落ち着いて可愛い添乗員さんとドライバーさんの安全運転で、とてもいい旅をする事ができました。美しい景色とお花、最高の時間を過ごすことが出来ました。ありがとうございました。

Just by riding the bus, we arrived at the zoo! It was so easy. The bus guide also shared stories at just the right pace, which was enjoyable. We had a 20-minute bathroom break at the service area, which was just right. However, since we arrived at the East Gate (I think the front entrance is crowded), we had to go down from the top of the hill and then climb back up, which was a bit tough.

バスに乗っているだけで、動物園に到着！
楽ちんです　バスガイドさんも適度にお話しをしてくださって楽しかった
SAでトイレ休憩は20分　ちょうどいいです
ただ、到着が東門のため（正面だと混んでいるのだと思いますが）山の上から下に降りて登ってこないといけなくてちょっと大変です

It was actually a solo trip, but my sewing class teacher, who is 81 years old, joined me, and since public transportation was not feasible, we opted for a bus tour, which was enjoyable. It was easy and reassuring because the bus took care of everything for us. Thank you for your support.

本当は一人旅行でしたが、洋裁教室の先生が８１歳で参加に成り、交通機関は無理だからバス旅行にしましたが、楽しかったです。バスが乗せて連れて行って下さるので楽で安心でした。お世話に成りました。

During my trip from Honshu to Sapporo, I decided to make a reservation to visit a place I hadn't planned on initially. Although the lavender at Farm Tomita and Shikisai no Oka had already been harvested, the flowers were still beautifully in bloom.

【Positive Points】
- At the lunch venue, you can order wine and other drinks for an additional fee (I heard grape juice is also available).
- While there was no lavender, other flowers were blooming, so you can still enjoy the visit if you're not solely focused on seeing lavender.

【Thoughts】
- There seemed to be a shop at the lunch venue, but for some reason, it was closed.
- Since the destinations are all popular spots, everywhere was quite crowded (there was a long wait for food).
- Most of the time was spent traveling, and gradually, the little children on the bus were getting bored.

本州から札幌まで旅行中、始め予定はしていなかったけれどやはり一度行きたいと思い立ち予約。
ファーム富田も四季彩の丘も、ラベンダーはもう刈り取られた後でしたが綺麗にお花は咲いていました。

【良かった点】
・昼食会場は別料金を払えばワインなども頼める(ぶどうジュースもあるそうです)
・ラベンダーは無いけれど、花自体は咲いているので絶対ラベンダーを見たいというわけでなければ楽しめる


【思った事】
・昼食会場に売店があるようだが、なぜか開いていなかった
・行き先が人気がある場所ばかりのため、どこも混雑が酷い(その場で食べるもの系はだいぶ並びます)
・大半が移動のため、バスの中でだんだん小さなお子様が飽きてしまっていて来ていた

It was a very helpful tour that allowed me to visit major spots by bus (and listen to historical guides through earphones) since I can't drive. However, my enjoyment was greatly diminished due to a family sitting behind me. Their young child (presumably preschool age) was very energetic, and their loud conversations and singing made the atmosphere quite noisy. Despite my request to close the curtains because the sunlight was blinding, it was ignored, making the car environment far from comfortable.

I was also irritable due to fatigue from consecutive travel days, so I acknowledge my part in that. However, since the bus was full and I couldn't change seats, it felt like a test of patience. If there were tours designed for families that encourage lively conversations and fun, as well as tours that maintain a certain level of decorum for those who want a more peaceful experience, I would definitely consider participating again if the bus environment could be more secure and comfortable.

車を運転できないのでバスで行きたいと思っていた主要箇所を回れる（かつ、イヤホンで歴史などのガイドも聞ける）とてもありがたいツアーでした。
ただ、後ろに乗ってたファミリーのお陰で楽しさは激減でした…未就学児（推定）のお子様が非常に元気で会話やお歌の声がとても大きいことに加え、日光が眩しいからカーテンを閉めて欲しいと依頼しても無視で車内環境はうるさい・眩しいで快適とは程遠かったです。
連日の旅で疲れてたのもありイライラしてしまった私も悪いですが、満席で席が変えられず車中はひたすら我慢大会でしたので、子供が楽しく会話できる賑やか歓迎のファミリー向けツアー、車内をある程度のマナーをもって過ごしたい人向けツアーなどで車内治安が守られ安心して参加できそうであればぜひ次の参加も検討したいです。

On the bus, I listened to explanations about the history and characteristics of the places we visited and passed through while wearing earphones. I learned a lot of new things!

Unfortunately, at Farm Tomita, the lavender season had ended, so it had already been harvested, but the other flowers were incredibly beautiful and enjoyable!

The Blue Pond was extremely crowded, and we got caught in a bit of traffic before the bus reached the parking lot, which delayed our arrival. However, once we got in, we were able to walk around smoothly and see everything properly. The colors were really beautiful!

Personally, I found Shikisai no Oka to be absolutely amazing, and I definitely want to come back. The views were great from everywhere! The flower fields were beautiful, and the green mountains and fields visible beyond the flower fields created a stunning landscape. Although there were many people, the area was very spacious, so it didn't feel crowded. I hope to ride the tractor and helicopter that I had to give up due to time constraints someday…

The alpaca farm on the premises is also incredibly cute, so I recommend it.

I was a bit worried that the bus tour of popular tourist spots in Hokkaido might have a lot of inbound tourists with poor manners, especially since it was during the Obon holiday. However, in reality, that wasn't the case at all; it felt like about 80% Japanese and 20% foreigners, and everyone, including the foreigners, had good manners, which was reassuring. There were hardly any people who were late for the bus meeting times at each spot (if there were, it was only about 3 minutes late), so I was glad to see that everyone was quite punctual.

バスの中では、イヤホンをつけてバスツアーで訪れる場所、通る場所の歴史や特色に関する説明を聞きました。知らないことばかりで勉強になりました〜

ファーム富田は残念ながらラベンダーの時期は終わってたので刈り取られちゃってましたが、それ以外のお花がすごく綺麗で楽しめました！

青い池は人がめちゃくちゃ多くて、バスが駐車場に着くまでにちょっと渋滞に巻き込まれて到着が遅れてしまいましたが、入ってみたら意外とすいすい歩けてちゃんと見られました。色がすごく綺麗でした〜

個人的には四季彩の丘がめちゃくちゃ良くて、また絶対来たいと思いました。どこにいても眺めが良い！花畑が綺麗なのはもちろん、花畑の向こうに見える山とか畑？の緑も含めてすごく綺麗な風景でした。人多かったですが、敷地内もすごく広々としているのでゴミゴミしてる感じはなかったです。時間の関係で諦めたトラクターもヘリコプターもいつか乗ってみたい…
敷地内にあるアルパカ牧場もめちゃくちゃかわいいのでおすすめです。

北海道の人気観光地のバスツアーって、インバウンド客がたくさんいてマナーが悪かったりするんだろうか…しかもお盆の時期だし、と若干心配でしたが、実際はそんなことはなく8割日本人2割外国人？くらいの感じで外国人の方も含めて皆さんマナー良い方ばかりで安心しました。
各訪問スポットでのバス集合時間に遅れる人もほとんどおらず(いても3分遅れくらい)ちゃんとしてる人ばかりでよかった〜と思いました。

The guide and the driver were very kind, and I was able to enjoy a fun day of sightseeing. I was worried, but the weather was nice and very beautiful. Although the general public had to wait for lunch, I was able to get in right away and the food was very delicious.

ガイドさんや運転手さんがとても親切で一日中楽しい観光が出来ました。
心配していましたが、お天気も良くてとても綺麗でした。
お昼も一般の方は待っていましたが、直ぐに入ってお食事できてとても美味しかったです。

It was a convenient tour that allowed us to easily enjoy popular spots in Furano and Biei! The guide was great with the audio guide, making it very accessible.

The cheese fondue and hamburgers at Furano Wine House were incredibly delicious, and I definitely want to go back for more. The only downside was that the souvenir shop was closed, and I couldn't purchase the wine that isn't available online, which was disappointing. However, I want to keep that as something to look forward to for my next visit!

Also, the bus in the summer was very hot, even with the air conditioning, when the sun was shining. 💦

富良野、美瑛の人気スポットを手軽に楽しめるツアーでした！ガイドも音声ガイドで手軽で申し分なかったです。
特にふらのワインハウスのチーズフォンデュ、ハンバーグは大変美味でまた食べに行きたいと思います。唯一、お土産やさんが閉まっていてオンライン販売をしていないワインを購入出来ず残念でしたがまた行く楽しみとして残しておきたいなと思います！
あと夏のバスは日が照る方はクーラーあってもとても暑かったです💦

I had a comfortable ride on the new bus, which even had USB outlets. Most importantly, the guide shared various stories throughout the journey, making it both enjoyable and educational. We received a map of the zoo, and the guide provided detailed instructions on how to navigate, so we were able to explore smoothly without getting lost. Since it was a day with fewer group visitors, we could enjoy everything at a leisurely pace, and the three-hour stay was just right. Additionally, I was very grateful for the recommendations for dinner spots in Sapporo.

新車のバスに乗せていただいて快適でした。USBのコンセントもついていました。
何よりも、ガイドさんが車中ずっと色々な話をしてくださったので、退屈もせずとても勉強になりました。
動物園のマップもいただけて、回り方なども詳しく教えてくださったので迷うことなくスムーズに回れました。
団体客が少ない日だったのでどこもゆったりと見ることが出来て、約3時間の滞在はちょうど良かったです。
また、札幌での夕食場所も教えていただけてとても助かりました。

I'm going to see the lavender, but it's a shame that it has already been harvested. The time to enjoy each tourist spot is short; I mostly took photos and didn't have much time to enjoy the scenery.

ラベンダー見に行きますが、既に狩られたのは残念でした。各観光地に貯まる時期は短い、ほぼ写真を撮って、余り風景を見る時間がなかった。

The scent of lavender was very relaxing. There were many other flowers blooming as well, and they were very beautiful.

ラベンダーの匂いがしてとても、
リラックスできました。ラベンダー以外にもいろんな花が咲いていてとても綺麗でした。

This time, I participated in a bus tour alone. I think it would have been cheaper to go to Lake Shikotsu and Lake Toya with lunch included than to rent a car alone. There were also foreign participants, such as Chinese and Koreans, but you can plug in the earphones at the seat and listen to all the guides through them. So, it's reassuring that it supports English, Chinese, Korean, and Japanese. I was satisfied because I could visit the places I was interested in. I hope to go on a different tour next time.

今回は1人でバスツアーに参加しました。支笏湖洞爺湖には、1人でレンタカーを借りて行くより、昼食付きで行くとしたら安く行けたと思います。中国人や韓国人などの外国の方も参加していましたが、座席横にあるイヤホンを指す場所に差し込み、イヤホンにて全てのガイドを聴きます。なので英語、中国語、韓国語、日本語に対応しているので安心していけます。気になるところや回りたいところに行けたので満足です。また違うツアーに行けたらいいなと思います。

The driver was Japanese, and the tour guide was Chinese. About 70% of the passengers were Chinese, but everyone was well-mannered and the schedule was followed on time. The guide was also polite, and I really enjoyed it.

As for Asahiyama Zoo, entry is from the East Gate instead of the main gate, so it was the opposite of the recommended route, which may have caused a slight delay.

運転手は日本人の方で、添乗員は中国人の方でした。乗客は7割が中国人の方でしたが、皆さんマナーよく時間通りの運行でした。
ガイドも丁寧で、とても楽しめました。

旭山動物園は正門ではなく、東門からの入園になるので、推奨ルートとは逆の回り方になり、少しタイムロスがあったかと思います。

The guide's reception and explanations were very good. Also, the driving was extremely safe, so I had no worries at all. This tour was so great that I plan to visit the Furano area next year. I'm looking forward to it already.

ガイドさんの応接や説明がとても良かったです。また、超安全運転で全く不安がありませんでした。
今回のツアーがとても良かったので、来年は富良野方面の予定です。今から楽しみにしてます。

Since my trip was mainly in Sapporo and I didn't rent a car, I really wanted to visit Asahiyama Zoo, so I decided to sign up for a tour this time. I was unfamiliar with Hokkaido and worried about transfers, and since it was summer and hot, being able to take a bus from Sapporo while resting was really comfortable for my body.

I got tired from walking around the zoo, but it was great that I could just sit back and relax on the way back without any worries. I returned right on time without any delays. I look forward to joining another tour the next time I visit Hokkaido.

札幌メインの旅行だったためレンタカーしておらず、どうしても旭山動物園は行きたかったので今回ツアーに申し込むことにしました。北海道は不慣れで乗り換えが心配だったのと夏で暑かったので札幌からバスで寝ながら行けたのはすごく体が楽でした。
動物園で歩き疲れましたが帰りもなんの心配もせずに座ってるだけで帰れたのでとても良かったです。
特に遅れることもなく時間通りに戻れました。また北海道に行く際は何かのツアーでまたよろしくお願いします。

The weather forecast wasn't great, but it only rained for a moment, and it was wonderful. The driver, although a professional, drove very smoothly and it was comfortable. Thank you very much.

天気予報が良くなかったのですが、雨は一瞬だけで、最高でした。
ドライバーさんはプロとはいえ、運転がとてもスムーズで、快適でした。
ありがとうございました。

The weather was nice, the food was good, and everything from the lake to the mountains and the view from the cable car was great. I was a bit surprised by the tsunami alert, but I'm grateful that there were no changes to the tour and that I returned safely.

天気も良く、食事も良く湖も山、ロープウェイからの景色も全て良かったです。
津波アラートで少しビックリしましたが、ツァーに変更も無く無事に帰って来れた事に感謝。

It rained only when we arrived at the Blue Pond, but the weather cleared up quickly, and we were able to enjoy a comfortable day with mostly cloudy skies. There were about half foreigners and half Japanese people, and the guide did a great job of keeping everything organized on the bus, making it a fun day overall. I bought some wine from the winery where we did tastings, and it was really delicious.

青い池に着いた時だけ雨にやられましたが、すぐ天気が回復し、その後もずっと曇りで快適に過ごせました。外国人の方と日本人半々ぐらいで、バス車内でもガイドの方がうまくまとめて、一日中楽しく過ごせました。ワイナリーで試飲したワイン買って帰ったんですが、めっちゃ美味しかったです。

I visited almost on the same date as last year, but due to the extreme heat, the lavender was more wilted than last year, which was a bit disappointing. I would like to participate again a little earlier next year. However, I was able to enjoy a lot of beautiful scenery and it was very healing. The tour guide and the driver were both very nice. Thank you very much.

If I could wish for anything, I would have liked about 30 more minutes at Farm Tomita.

去年とほぼ同じ日にちに行ったのですが､猛暑で去年よりラベンダーが枯れていてそれがちょっと残念でした｡
来年はもう少し早めにまた参加したいと思います｡
でも綺麗な景色を沢山堪能出来て癒されました｡
添乗員さんも運転手さんもとても良い方でした｡
ありがとうございました｡

欲を言えば､ファーム富田であと30分ぐらい時間が欲しかったです｡

I was worried about the weather, but it turned out to be cloudy and we managed to proceed. Asahiyama Zoo was small and easy to explore, and it was enjoyable. I also enjoyed the Blue Pond.

心配していました天気もなんとか曇りで進みました。旭山動物園はこじんまりとして見学しやすくてたのしかったです。青い池も楽しみました。

The tour on July 19th started with cloudy weather and rain in the forecast. I thought, "This is the worst," as I got on the bus, but our tour guide, Wan, brightened my mood! He was very friendly and kind, and his talks were enjoyable. He always had a smile on his face and worked hard for us without showing any displeasure. Thanks to him, it turned out to be the best tour.

He mentioned that he loves the phrase "ichigo ichie," but I couldn't help but say, "Let's meet again!" The tour itself was a fun experience, but I was very satisfied thanks to Wan. Thank you very much!

7/19日のツアーでしたが朝から曇天で、天気予報では雨。「最悪」と思いながらバスに乗りましたが、そんな気分を晴れにしてくれたのが添乗員のワンさん！　とても気さくで優しくて、トークも楽しかったです。嫌な顔もせずいつも笑顔で、私たちのために一生懸命動いて下さいました。おかげで最高のツアーとなりました。
「一期一会」が大好きな言葉とおっしゃいましたが、私は思わず「また会いましょう！」と言ってしまいました。
ツアー自体も楽しい企画でしたが、ワンさんのおかげで大満足です。本当にありがとうございました。

It was my first bus tour, and thanks to the guide, I was able to hear many interesting stories, which made it very enjoyable! I appreciated the recommendations for souvenirs and meals, as well as learning about various things in Hokkaido. I definitely want to use this service again!

初めてのバスツアーでしたが、ガイドさんのおかげでいろんなお話が聞けてとても楽しかったです♪
おすすめのお土産や食事、北海道のいろんなことが聞けてとても良かったです。
ぜひまた利用させてもらいたいなと思いました！

The weather was bad and there was fog, so it was disappointing. Next time, I think I'll check the weather forecast and plan my schedule accordingly.

天気が悪かったし霧も掛かってたので、残念でした。次回は天気予報を見てスケジュールを立てようと思います。

It was a day blessed with good weather, allowing us to fully enjoy the great nature of Hokkaido. At the Usuzan Ropeway, we had plenty of time to explore the summit and visit the bear ranch. Thanks to the efficient guide and the friendly driver, we had a wonderful time.

天気に恵まれて北海道の大自然を満喫できた1日でした。有珠山のロープウェイでは山頂を散策してからクマ牧場を観る時間もたっぷりとありました。テキパキとしたガイドさんと感じのいい運転手さんのおかげで楽しい時間を過ごせました。

The weather was great, and I had a lot of fun. It was efficient without lunch. I was able to have a light snack at Farm Tomita. The guide was friendly and pleasant as well.

お天気にも恵まれ、楽しかったです。昼食なしで効率的でした。ファーム富田で軽食できました。ガイドさんも気さくで感じが良かったです。