All Reviews for Top Hokkaido Attractions

The guide accompanied us from the meeting point and provided various explanations during the移動中, which made it easy to enjoy sightseeing even in a place I was visiting for the first time. Since the Asahikawa Zoo tour was relatively short at 1.5 hours, I felt that it would have been better to focus on viewing the exhibits closer to the entrance (meeting point) rather than trying to see everything.

集合場所よりガイドさんが同行し、移動中に色々な説明をしてもらったので、初めて訪れる場所でも安心して観光できました。
旭川動物園は1.5時間の短めなツアーだったため、全てを見て回る余裕はありませんでしたので、遠い場所から入口（集合場所）に向かって見学した方が良かったと自分なりに感じました。

It was a bus tour to Asahiyama Zoo, but an hour and a half was surprisingly not enough time.

I think we need to focus on just one activity, like feeding the animals, or else there’s no point in coming here. I would have preferred at least three hours.

I wanted the bus guide to provide necessary information, like what time we would arrive and how to efficiently navigate the zoo. There were times when I confused what was on the left side with the right side while viewing from the bus window, and it felt very unfamiliar.

The stop at the Blue Pond was good.

The buffet was in a large dining hall, but there wasn't anything particularly delicious.

旭山動物園へのバスツアーでしたが、1時間半では想像以上に時間が無さすぎるー

自分達で餌やりなと1つに絞って見ないと、ここへ来た意味がないと思います。
せめて3時間は欲しかったー

バスガイドさんが必要な情報をくれないというか、何時に到着するとか、動物園での効率の良い回り方など、そうゆうのを聞きたかった。
車窓から観覧する際左手にあるものを右手と何度も間違えたり、不慣れ感が半端なかったです。ま

青い池などの工程は良かったです。

バイキングは広い食堂で、これといって美味しいものはないです。

The morning rain had almost stopped, and I was able to enjoy the beautiful scenery. I only got caught in the rain at the Blue Pond, but you can't book the weather, can you? There was no traffic, and everything went smoothly, almost as if it weren't a holiday. Next time, I would like to visit in July when the lavender is in bloom. Sapporo is cooler than Honshu, and Furano and Biei are even cooler. A light jacket is a must!

朝の雨もほぼ止んで、綺麗な景色を堪能できました。青い池の時だけ雨に降られてしまいましたが、お天気は予約できませんからねー。渋滞もなくスケジュール通り、連休中とは思えないほどスムーズでした。
次回は、ラベンダーが咲いている7月に行ってみたいと思いました。
本州よりも涼しい札幌、さらに涼しい富良野、美瑛。羽織もの必須ですね。

It was disappointing that we couldn't take a boat ride on Lake Shikotsu due to the strong winds, but we were able to spot some cute fawns from the bus. The guide's stories and the audio commentary were enjoyable and made the experience better.

For lunch, I didn't have high expectations based on the photos, but it turned out to be luxurious and very delicious, unlike what I had imagined.

The next day, my mother had the national chorus competition, and I was worried about feeling tired, but the comfortable bus journey left me refreshed.

風が強くて、支笏湖での乗船はできなかったのは残念だったけれど、バスの中から可愛い子鹿を見つけたりできました。ガイドさんの話、そしてイヤホンによる案内も楽しくて、よかったです。
お昼は写真からあまり期待していなかったのに、写真とは異なり豪華でとても美味しかった。
次の日に、お母さんコーラス全国大会の本番を控えていたので、疲れが残ると嫌だなと思っていたのですが、快適なバス旅で疲れませんでした。

Thank you for your assistance.
The tour guide, Mr. Onodera, was very good. He engaged not only with us but with all the customers, and I felt a warmth from him.
The course was good, but the steep hills at Asahiyama Zoo were tough. It would have been better if we had been informed in advance that there was a shuttle bus to the restaurant from the meeting point.
I was a bit disappointed with lunch. I had high expectations because of the title "Hokkaido Local Buffet," but aside from the Genghis Khan, it was lacking... Considering the tour price, I understand, but I thought the ramen was particularly bad.
In any case, it was great because the tour guide was wonderful.

お世話になりました。
添乗員の小野寺さんがとても良かったです。我々だけでなく、全てのお客様にお声がけしており、温かさを感じました。
コースも良かったですが、旭山動物園の坂道がきつく、途中から集合場所のレストランまでシャトルバスがあったので、その情報を事前にお知らせいただければもっと良かったかな。
昼食は少々がっかりでした。「北海道ご当地バイキング」とのタイトルに期待してしまったせいもありますが、ジンギスカン以外は………。ツアー代金を考えると仕方がないと思いますが、特にラーメンはひどかったと思います。
何にしても、添乗員さんが素晴らしかったので良かったです。

I was a bit worried about how it would feel to participate in such a packed plan that would be hard to manage individually. The first stop was Hell Valley in Noboribetsu. The smell of sulfur and the smoke were incredibly impressive. There were stairs and slopes, but there were handrails, so it was safe to walk.

Next, we visited Showa Shinzan and the Bear Ranch. Participation at the Bear Ranch was optional, but everyone joined in. It was fun to see the large bears up close and even feed them! I was surprised to see them raise their hands for food and perform tricks!

After that, we stopped by Lake Toya and enjoyed the canal in Otaru, doing some shopping... The tour guide was really kind, letting us know about great photo spots in advance, taking pictures for us, and recommending souvenirs.

We were blessed with good weather on the day, and thanks to the tour guide (who was from abroad) managing everything and being considerate, we had a great time. We were the only Japanese people in the group, but it was actually nice not to have to worry about that (laughs). This plan with the second person free is quite a bargain!

なかなか個人では回りきれない様な盛りだくさんプランで実際どんな感じなのだろうと内心、心配でした。
最初に行ったのが登別の地獄谷でした。
硫黄の匂いと煙が凄く迫力がありました。
階段や勾配がありましたが手摺りがあり、安全に歩けました。
次は昭和新山と熊牧場。熊牧場は希望者だけでしたが全員参加しました。大きな熊を間近で見れるのと餌やりが出来るので楽しめました！餌が欲しくて手を上げたり、芸？が出来るんだと驚きました！

あとは洞爺湖に寄り、小樽市内で運河を観たり買い物をしたり…
添乗員さんが撮影スポットを事前に教えてくれたり撮影してくれたり、おすすめのお土産を教えてくれたりと本当に親切にしてくれました。

当日は天気に恵まれ、添乗員さん（外国の方）の仕切りや配慮のお陰で楽しく過ごす事が出来ました。
日本人は私達だけでしたが、逆に気を遣わず良かったです(笑)
今回の2人目無料のプランはかなりお得です

I participated in the bus tour because it was packed with places I wanted to visit. I was a bit disappointed that we didn't have enough time at the zoo to look around leisurely. There were some people who couldn't keep to the schedule, and one person went to the restroom without gathering, which caused delays in our sightseeing time and departure. However, the bus guide provided various explanations, so I had a great time on the bus as well.

行きたい場所が詰まっていたバスツアーだったので参加しました
動物園では時間が少なくゆっくり見れなかったのが少し残念でした
時間を守れない人　集合せず黙ってトイレに行ってしまった人が居たために見学時間や出発が遅れてしまった事もあった
バスガイドさんがいろいろ説明してくれたのでバスの中でも楽しく過ごせました

The guide provided detailed information about the area, so even without prior preparation, I found it very informative and enjoyable. Thank you very much.

ガイドさんが、現地について、詳しくお話しくださったので、予め予習していなくても、いろいろと参考になり、楽しめました。ありがとうございました。

We visited Hokkaido for about a week on our honeymoon, and since we were worried that driving ourselves might tire us out or prevent us from visiting all the places we wanted to see, we decided to use this service.

We were able to smoothly tour breathtaking spots, and the guide took photos for us without other people in the frame. Before getting off the bus, the guide showed us images he had taken the previous week, recommending that we take photos at those locations as well. Most of the tour participants were from the Chinese-speaking region, but the guide provided explanations in Chinese, followed by announcements in English for the English-speaking guests, and finally, he addressed us in Japanese, showing thoughtful consideration throughout the tour, which made it very enjoyable.

The time allocated at each spot was just right, allowing us to enjoy sightseeing without feeling rushed or having too much free time.

If I had to mention a downside, it would be that the small bus for the two-and-a-half-hour journey was a bit cramped for someone of my height, which is around 140 cm, and I was also concerned about the driver using his smartphone for navigation while driving.

新婚旅行で1週間ほど北海道に伺い、自分たちの運転ばかりでは疲れてしまったりまわりたいとこをまわりきれないかもと思い利用させて頂きました。

絶景スポットをスムーズに巡ることができ、またガイドさんが他の人が入らないように写真を撮ってくださったり、下車前に先週はこんな感じでしたと実際にガイドさんが撮影された画像を見せてくださりお二人も是非ここで撮ってみてくださいとオススメもしてくれました。
ツアーは中国圏の方がほぼ大半をしめていましたが、ガイドさんが中国語で説明後に、英語圏の方に向けて英語でアナウンス、最後に私たち夫婦に向けて日本語でもアナウンスをしてくれ、間間でもこまやかな気遣いもしてくださりとても気持ちよくツアーをまわれました。

各スポットも時間設定が程よく持て余したり急ぎ足にもならずに観光できました。

強いてマイナス点を言えば片道2時間半するには小さなバスで、140センチ台と背が小さく小柄な私でもしんどかったのと、運転手さんが運転しながらスマホでナビを見ていたのが心配要素ではありました。

I participated alone.
It was a challenging itinerary since I was far from Sapporo, but I was able to efficiently explore with this bus tour.
Since lunch is included, I could participate without any hassle.
Additionally, the free time at each sightseeing spot was perfectly allocated, allowing me to enjoy the whole day without worrying about transportation.
It was very fulfilling and I had a great time.

一人で参加しました。
札幌から離れており、一人で回るには大変な旅程ですが、こちらのバスツアーで効率よく回ることができました。
ランチ付きですので、身軽に参加できます。
また、各観光場所での自由時間もちょうどいい時間が割り当てられており、丸一日、交通の便を気にすることなく、安心して参加できました。
とても充実しており、良かったです。

The weather was favorable, which made it very enjoyable. I had participated in a day trip bus tour in another region and didn't expect much from the lunch, but the mini cheese fondue and hamburger, along with the accompanying vegetables, were delicious, and I was glad to have a warm meal served. I was able to buy grapes harvested from Rokkatei in Furano, which was perfect for me since I wanted some unique souvenirs.

天候に恵まれたこともあり、とても楽しめました。
他地域で日帰りバスツアーに参加することがあり、あまりランチには期待していなかったのですが、ミニチーズフォンデュとハンバーグは付け合わせの野菜までも美味しく、温かい食事がサーブされて良かったです。
富良野の六花亭で採れたぶどうを購入したり、ひねくれたお土産が欲しかった私にはぴったりでした。

I participated in a day trip tour from Sapporo to Furano. The veteran bus guide shared various stories about the sightseeing points during the ride, including some "eye-opening" tales, which made it very meaningful. I didn't have high expectations for the lunch since it was a bus tour, but the Furano-style lunch was freshly made, warm, and delicious. Additionally, the lunch beer unique to bus tours was fantastic. There was a temporary traffic jam, but we returned without much delay, and I had a very fulfilling day.

札幌発の富良野日帰り周遊ツアーに参加しました。
ベテランのバスガイドさんから車中、観光ポイントの様々な話が聞け「目から鱗」の話もあり、とても有意義でした。
バスツアーのランチなので期待していなかったのですが、富良野らしいランチは出来立てで温かく美味しく頂けました。
また、バスツアーならではのランチビールは最高でした。
一時的に渋滞がありましたが、それ程遅くならずに戻って来られ、とても充実した1日を過ごす事が出来ました。

Since I live in Sapporo, this was not my first time visiting Lake Toya, Mount Usu, and Noboribetsu, but it was a bus tour with my grandchild who had never been there before. I thought visiting three places would be quite a rush, but contrary to my expectations, we had enough time at each sightseeing spot to explore thoroughly, and I was satisfied. I would also like to express my gratitude for the tour guide's attentiveness, which added a special touch to the trip. Lastly, I want to mention that the driver ensured a safe and comfortable bus tour.

私は札幌在住なので、洞爺湖、有珠山、登別へは初めてではないが、まだ行ったことのない孫を連れてのバスツアーであった。
３ケ所を周るのは、かなり強行軍かと思っていたが、意に反して各観光地においては、それなりの時間があり、じゅうぶん見学でき、満足しました。
それと、添乗員の方の気配りが、ツアー旅行に花を添えてくれたことを感謝したい。
ドライバーの方も、安全運転で、快適なバスツアーであったことを、末筆ながら
書き添えて置きたい。

Shikisai no Oka was wonderfully beautiful. However, if you want to make the most of your time in just one hour, you should either ride the tractor or explore the area with your family in a cart. The garden is too vast to walk around.

四季彩の丘は素晴らしく綺麗でした
ただ、1時間しかない中で、有意義に時間を使うなら、トラクターにのるか
家族でカートで回るかです。
歩いていくには広すぎな庭園です。

I participated in early August. Unfortunately, the lavender I was hoping to see had already been harvested, so I could hardly see any. However, the other flowers were beautiful, and above all, the hospitality of the bus guide was wonderful. Not only did they provide explanations along the way, but they also taught us about the lifestyle and mindset of the locals, which led to discoveries we never would have imagined. It was very enjoyable to listen to their stories. Thank you very much.

8月上旬に参加させていただきました。残念ながら、お目当てのラベンダーは収穫が終わっており、ほぼ見ることが出来ませんでした。でもその他のお花は綺麗で、何よりバスガイドさんのホスピタリティが素晴らしかったです。道中の説明だけでなく、道民の生活様式や物の考え方まで教えてくださり、本土の私たちには思いもよらない発見があったり、お話を伺うのがとても楽しかったです。ありがとうございました。

The guide was bilingual, speaking both Japanese and Chinese, which made it feel like we were on an overseas tour, and it was enjoyable. I go to Hokkaido every year, but there are limitations with renting a car, so I would like to see more bus tours offered.

ガイドさんが日本語の方と中国語英語の方と二人いてこちらが海外のツアーに行ったようで楽しかった。北海道も毎年行ってるがレンタカーでは限界があるのでバスツアーを増やして欲しい。

When you go on your own, the area is so vast that you can only visit one place in a day, but with a bus tour, you can visit many sightseeing spots and it was enjoyable. The all-you-can-eat melon was a big hit with the kids and created great memories.

自分で回ると広すぎて1日1カ所しか行けないですが、バスツアーだと観光地を沢山回れて楽しかってす。
メロンの食べ放題では子供が大喜びでいい思い出になりました。

The itinerary is compact and includes all the places you want to visit. I recommend the bus tour because the guide and driver will tell you about the highlights, which is more informative than renting a car on your own. The guide and driver were very friendly and took photos for us, creating great memories.

プランも行きたいところをギュッと凝縮してあり、個人でレンタカーを借りて行くよりもガイドさんと運転手さんが見どころなど教えてくれるので、バスツアーをお勧めします。
ガイドさんと運転手さんはとても気さくに話しかけてくださり、写真を撮っていただいたりと良い思い出になりました。

Due to the impact of the typhoon, my flight back home was canceled, and my stay was extended, so I made a last-minute reservation to participate. This time, I attended alone. Most participants were in groups, but there were a few solo attendees, which made me feel more at ease.

It was a highly satisfying tour that allowed us to visit famous tourist spots in just one day. Lunch was included, and it was delicious. Drinks were extra, so I ordered separately. Since this is a famous wine region, I would have appreciated it if the drink cost was included as well.

I plan to join another course if there are any available.

台風の影響で自宅に戻る飛行機が欠航になり、滞在日数が増えてしまったため、急遽予約して参加しました。
今回は一人での参加でした。複数名での参加の方がほとんどでしたが、ちらほら一人参加の方もおり、安心しました。
有名な観光地を1日で回ることができ、非常満足度の高いツアーでした。昼ご飯もついていて、美味しくいただきました。ドリンクは有料なので、別途注文しました。
ワインの有名な地なので、強いて言えばワンドリンク代も込みだと嬉しかったですね。
また別なコースがあれば参加しようと思います。

Last week, I became a complete fan of the sightseeing tour by Hokkaido Chuo Bus on the Shakotan tour, and I ended up signing up for two consecutive weeks! The last time on Shakotan, we had a live guide, but this time we could listen to a guide in four languages through earphones. I thought this might be enjoyable for everyone on the bus, but the guide this time also had a calm and lovely voice, so I wished I could have experienced the live guide again.

As for the content, we visited all the must-see spots in the Furano area, and the lunch was delicious and just right. I felt happy in a world filled with colors and sky. At Shikisai no Oka, we had to line up to buy tickets for the tractor tour, and I thought it was wonderful to see the guide working hard to assist with that. It would have been even better if they had collected preferences on the bus, but I understand that there were some who didn’t want to participate.

Overall, it was a fantastic and very satisfying experience. I wish there were more various tours available. I was with children, and the staff kindly suggested that we could move to the back since there were empty seats. Both the driver and the guide were always cheerful and engaging, which was the best!

先週積丹ツアーで北海道中央バスさんの観光ツアーのすっかりファンになりまして、二週連続で申し込んでしまいました！
前回の積丹はガイドさんの生ガイドだったのですが、今回はイヤホンで4カ国語でのガイドが聞けます。これはこれでバスの皆さんが楽しめていいのかなと思いましたが、今回のガイドさんも穏やかでとても素敵な声の方だったので生ガイドも聴いてみたかったです。
内容としては富良野方面のおさえるべきところ全て回ってくれて、お昼も美味しくてちょうど良くて、彩りと空のある世界って幸せだなと感じます。
四季彩の丘はトラクターツアーのチケットを買うために並ぶのですが、ガイドさんがその点も一生懸命フォローされている様子がわかって素敵だなと思いました。あれをまとめてバスの中で希望をとってくださったりしてくれたらより素晴らしいですが、乗らない方も確かにいらしたので仕方ないのかもしれません。
総じてすばらしく大満足の経験です。もっといろいろなツアーがあればいいのにと思います。
子連れだったのですが、席が空いてるからもしよかったら1番後ろへどうぞと気遣って下さったり、運転手さんもガイドさんも常ににこやかにお声がけくださり最高でした！

I considered renting a car, but driving for several hours through the vast Hokkaido seemed tough for my aging body, so I joined this tour. The two-hour journey from Sapporo felt long, but the lakes and flower fields I wanted to see were incredibly beautiful and moving! I was a bit worried about the tour being mainly in Chinese and English, but the guide was friendly and spoke to us in Japanese as well, providing announcements in Japanese too, so there were no issues. I was disappointed that I couldn't find where to enjoy all-you-can-eat melons, but overall, I was very satisfied and would like to use this service again.

レンタカーで回る事も考えましたが、広い北海道を数時間運転するのは老体には厳しいなと思い、このツアーに参加しました。
札幌から2時間の道のりは長くもありましたが、行きたかった湖も花畑も凄く綺麗で感動しました‼︎
ツアー言語が中国語英語メインとあり、そこが一番不安なところでしたが、ガイドさんは気さくな方で日本語で喋りかけて下さったり、アナウンスも日本語もして下さったので、問題ありませんでした。
メロン食べ放題がどこで出来るのかわからずありつけなかったのが残念でしたが、総合的に大変満足してるのでまた利用したいです。

I participated alone, but first of all, the meeting place was very hard to find. The map indicated a location outside the station, and it mentioned being adjacent to the taxi stand, so I didn't think it was inside the station. When I asked the taxi driver, he said he didn't know. The contact number for the day was only available from 9 AM, so I thought I wouldn't be able to reach anyone, which made me anxious about what to do in case of an emergency. It would be clearer if it stated that Mister Donut is inside the station.

The initial start was terrible, but the subsequent itinerary included all the spots I wanted to see, and it was just right—not too tight. Since I was traveling alone and didn't have a car, I had given up on Biei, but I thought it was easier to get around efficiently than renting a car. I also enjoyed having lunch with another solo traveler and had a nice conversation. The guide was kind and friendly.

1人で参加しましたが、まず集合場所がとてもわかりずらかったです。マップでの位置を示すが駅の外になっていたりタクシー乗り場隣接と書いてたので駅構内だとは思わずタクシー運転手に聞いても分からないと言われました。当日の連絡先も電話番号は9時からと書いていたので繋がらないと思い、緊急時どうしたら良いか不安でした。ミスタードーナツは駅構内と書いてるほうが分かりやすいです。

最初の出だしが最悪でしたが、その後の工程は見たかったスポットが全て入っていて、タイト過ぎずちょうど良かったです。
1人旅だったので、車がないので美瑛は諦めていましたが、効率よくまわってくれるのでレンタカーを借りるより楽だなと思いました。昼食も他の1人のかたと同席で楽しく話して過ごせました。ガイドさんも親切で優しかったです。

I participated with my two sons, who are a middle schooler and a high schooler. I was glad that we could explore areas that are difficult to access without a car in just one day. We didn't have enough time at Lake Shikotsu and the Mushroom Kingdom where we had a free lunch, while we felt we had too much time at Lake Toya, so I think it would be better to reconsider the time allocation. Even though it was during the Obon holiday, there were no traffic jams, and it ended on time, which was great. If I have the opportunity, I would like to participate in another course as well.

中学生と高校生の息子二人と参加しました。
車がない個人ではなかなか回れないエリアを一日で回れてよかったです。
支笏湖と自由昼食を取ったきのこ王国では時間が足りず、一方で洞爺湖では時間を持て余す感じだったので時間配分を見直すとなおよいと思います。
お盆の時期でしたが、渋滞などもなく、定刻通りに終了したのもよかったです。機会があれば、また別のコースにも参加してみたいです。

The food was not good.
Perhaps because there are many foreign guests, the announcements were just loud.
It was noisy inside the vehicle.
The meals should be reconsidered.

ご飯美味しくなかった
海外客が多いからか案内もただうるさい
車内もうるさかった
食事は考えるべき

I was very satisfied, just as the title suggests, and I'm glad I went.

Honestly, the meeting point in the morning was hard to find. I ended up looking for a "VELTRA" sign like I would for a tour abroad, and the location indicated on the Google Maps on the site was off from the tourist information center where the reception was. I wandered around the area for 20 minutes without being able to find the reception, and even asked a woman in a bus guide uniform and at a police box, but no one knew where it was. I was really worried I wouldn't make it in time.

(I wish they would mention something like, "There is no VELTRA sign; we are partnered with such-and-such sightseeing bus," and I hope the Google Maps location is accurate.)

The last person I asked finally told me where it was, and I made it just in time...

It started off with that anxiety, but the bus guide was fun and entertaining right from the start, and as I listened to her talk, my mood completely lifted.

This year, since June was hot, the lavender was already finished, but I enjoyed other flowers, and the blue pond was beautiful. My husband and I laughed and enjoyed the experience, saying, "We often see blooming lavender in photos and videos, but seeing withered lavender is actually a rare experience."

The cheese fondue and hamburger for lunch were delicious! The factory-limited Hokkaido wine I ordered separately by the glass (I ordered both red and white, but the white was definitely better!) was also really tasty, and I bought some as souvenirs at the shop after the meal.

The guide, who said she was often told she resembled the Asagaya Sisters, was interesting and shared various stories that made me go "Wow!" continuously, but she wasn't pushy at all. It was the best. Thank you!

タイトルのとおりで大満足、行ってよかったです。

正直、朝の集合場所は分かりづらかった。海外でのツアーのように「VELTRA」のサインを探してしまったうえ、サイト内のGooglemapの示す位置が受付場所の観光案内所とズレていた。２０分前からずっと現場のあたりをウロウロしてたのに受付場所が見つけられず、何ならバスガイドの制服を着た女性や交番で尋ねたけど分からず、間に合わないかと本当に不安でした。

（「VELTRAのサインはありません、何々観光バスと提携しています」など書いてほしいし、Googlemapの位置も正確にしてほしいと思います。）

最後に声をかけた人が教えてくれて、ギリギリセーフ、、、

という不安な始まりでしたが、バスガイドさんが朝いちばんから楽しく面白く、ガイドさんのトークを聞いてるうちにすっかり気分は晴れ晴れ。

今年は６月が暑かったからラベンダーはすっかり終わってしまったとのことでしたが、他の花も楽しめたし、青い池も美しかったし、「咲き誇るラベンダーは写真や映像でよく見るけど枯れたラベンダーを見るなんて逆にレアな体験だよね」と夫と笑って楽しみました。

ランチのチーズフォンデュとハンバーグもおいしかった！　グラスで別注文した工場限定の北海道ワイン（赤白頼みましたが、断然白！）もすごくおいしくて、食後、売店でお土産に買いました。

「阿佐ヶ谷姉妹に似てると言われる」というガイドさん、面白くいろんな話をしてくださって「へえ～」の連続、でも押しつけがましさはなく、最高でした。ありがとうございました！

At Jigokudani, we took a leisurely stroll. My mother, who has difficulty walking, was with us, but we had plenty of time to explore, so we were able to walk quite far. We also had about an hour for a break at a spot where we could enjoy the view of Showa Shinzan, and although it was a bit rushed, we managed to use the Usuzan Ropeway. At Lake Toya, the view from the Silo Observatory was great, and we were able to take a lot of photos. We also got to meet the "master" of the Silo Observatory, Haru-chan the cat. In Otaru, we had plenty of time, so after shopping, we enjoyed some food, which kept us quite busy. This time, since there were only a few of us, our driver also acted as our guide, and in addition to explaining the tourist spots, we received a lot of information about delicious food, which made us very happy. We were grateful for our considerate driver.

地獄谷では、ゆっくり散策。
足の悪い母も一緒でしたが、散策時間は時間がたっぷりあったので
かなり先まで歩けました。
また昭和新山の景色が楽しめる場所での休憩も、1時間ほどあったので
駆け足でしたが、有珠山ロープウェーも利用することができました。
洞爺湖では、サイロ展望台からの景色もよく、写真もたくさん撮れましたね。
またサイロ展望台の主(笑)、猫のはるちゃんにも会えました。
小樽も、時間がたっぷりあったので、買い物したら食べたり、なかなか忙しかったです。
今回は人数が少なかったので、ドライバー兼ガイドさんでしたが、
要所要所で観光地の説明のほか、おいしい食べ物の情報もたくさん聞けたので、こちらも凄く嬉しかったです。
気遣いの細やかなドライバーさんでありがたかったです。

This time, we participated in a bus tour in Furano with three family members! Initially, we considered renting a car, but since Hokkaido is vast and moving around can be challenging, we chose the bus tour. After participating, I can say it was definitely the right choice! They took us to all the major sightseeing spots, and above all, it was really easy on our stamina. The lunch was delicious, and I have no complaints. There are time constraints for sightseeing, but if that doesn't bother you, I think I can recommend it!

今回は家族3人で富良野バスツアーに参加！　当初はレンタカーも検討しましたが、北海道は広くて移動が大変と考え、バスツアーを選択しました。　参加してみての感想は大正解でした！　主要な観光スポットはまわってくれるし、何より体力的にめっちゃ楽でした。ランチも美味しくて文句ありません。観光時間の制約はありますが、それが嫌でなければオススメできると思います！

I visited around early July, when it felt like the rainy season was ending. I participated alone on a weekday.

The tour was great, especially at Lake Shikotsu, but personally, I think I would have preferred to explore on foot instead of taking the sightseeing boat.

I was very satisfied with Mount Usu and Lake Toya; the view from the observation deck at the end of the ropeway was truly beautiful. There are stairs to the observation deck, but the ascent is gentle. It does require some physical effort, but it's not a difficult course, so I encourage you to give it a try.

However, be aware that you need to line up for the return ropeway about 10 minutes in advance, so it's best to check your schedule carefully. I think it's a course worth experiencing at least once.

7月上旬梅雨明け？って感じの頃に利用しました。一人で平日参加です。
ツアーでは支笏湖は大変良かったのですが、自分的には遊覧船は乗らずに散策していた方が良かったかも、というスタートでした。
有珠山、洞爺湖については大満足でした、ロープウェイの先の展望台はホントにキレイでした。展望台までは階段有りですが緩やかな登りです。ちょっと体力使いますが無理なコースではありませんのでチャレンジしてみてください。
ただし帰りのロープウェイは10分ぐらい前から並びますのでスケジュールはしっかりと確認してからがいいと思います。
1度は廻ってみたいコースだと思います。

You can go individually, but considering the distance and efficiency, I decided to join a bus tour. In conclusion, it was definitely the right choice!

The itinerary went as planned, and we had several bathroom breaks. I didn't know about the Biei Roller Coaster until I joined this tour, but it was a hidden gem. If you go by bus, you might just pass by, so I hope to visit again slowly by car next time.

One of the highlights was the Blue Pond. Many other tours visit in the afternoon, so being able to go in the morning was a key factor for me. We were blessed with good weather, and the scenery was very satisfying, just as I had hoped!

The buffet surprised me with a melon starter, but considering the cost performance, it might actually be quite reasonable! The buffet included Hokkaido-style dishes like Genghis Khan and soup curry. There weren't a huge number of options, but I felt satisfied after going back for food two or three times.

At the Colorful Hill, there were lavender fields and seasonal flowers blooming, giving that summer Hokkaido vibe!

I also didn't know about Ningle Terrace until I joined this tour, but there were many cute shops quietly nestled in the forest, and I was able to take lots of photos!

The tour was mainly in Chinese and English (with an overseas tour guide), and the explanations in Japanese were focused on key points, but the tour guide spoke Japanese very well, so I had no complaints about the language.

個人で行くこともできますが、移動距離もあり、効率も考えてバスツアー に参加させていただきました。
結論としましては参加して正解でした！

工程は予定通りで、トイレ休憩もちょこちょこ挟んでいただけます。
美瑛ジェットコースターはこのツアーに参加するまで知らなかったのですが、穴場の観光地でした。バスだとスッと通り過ぎてしまうので次回は自家用車でゆっくり行けたらいいなー。

目玉の一つの青い池。他のツアーでは午後訪問が多く、このツアーは午前に行けることが決め手の一つでした。
天気にも恵まれ、期待通りとても満足できる景色でした！

ビュッフェは、メロンスタートでちょっと驚きましたが、コスパ考えますと意外と合理的かもしれません！笑　ビュッフェはジンギスカンかスープカレーなどの北海道っぽいものもあります。品数ご少ないわけではないのですが、2〜3回取りに行ったら満足かなーという感じでした。

色彩の丘ではラベンダー畑と、季節の花が咲いていて、ザ夏の北海道！という感じでした！！

ニングルテラスもこのツアーに参加するまで知らなかったのですが、森の中にひっそり佇むかわいいお店がたくさんあってたくさん写真撮れました！

ツアーは中国語、英語メイン(海外添乗員さん)で、日本語での説明はポイントを絞っての解説でしたが、日本語が大変お上手な添乗員さんで言葉の不満もありませんでした。

I think it was the tour as described. The bus seats are assigned. If there are empty seats and you inform the guide, you can move. Inside the bus, the main feature is the earphone guide, but there are also explanations in Japanese from the guide. Even though it's Hokkaido, it gets hot in the summer and ice cream melts quickly, so I recommend a cup. The lunch portion was quite large. At the hotel where lunch was served, there were only two restrooms available, and there was a line. I was concerned about the manners of the overseas participants.
- They don't stop chatting even when the guide is speaking, so it's hard to hear the guide's voice.
- They recline their seats all the way back.
- They apply strong-smelling substances on their bodies inside the bus.

記載通りのツアーだったと思います。
バスの座席は指定です。座席が空いていてガイドさんに伝えれば、移動可能です。
車内では、イヤホンガイドがメインですが、ガイドさんからの日本語の説明もあります。
北海道とはいえ夏は暑くアイスは即溶けるので、カップをオススメします。
昼食は、量が多めでした。
昼食場所のホテルでは、使用できるトイレが2か所計2つしかなく、行列でした。
参加される海外の方のマナーが気になりました。
・ガイドさんが話しているときにもおしゃべりを止めないので、ガイドさんの声が聞こえない。
・リクライニングを最大限まで倒す。
・においがキツイものを車内で体に塗ったくる。