Bus Tour from Kitami/Memanbetsu Airport: Icebreaker "Aurora" + Drift Ice Train tours, activities, fun things to do in Shiretoko/ Abashiri(Hokkaido)|VELTRA

Bus Tour from Kitami/Memanbetsu Airport: Icebreaker "Aurora" + Drift Ice Train

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Drift Ice Sightseeing Bus Tour from Kitami/Memanbetsu Airport! Enjoy the drift ice from various perspectives w/ the Aurora Icebreaker Ship, the local train "Drift Ice Story." Choose between the Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum or the Abashiri Prison Museum.

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Kitami Bus Terminal Boarding Plan
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 95.79
USD 95.79
Total:
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 95.79
USD 95.79
Price per Adult :
Child (Age 3-11)
USD 48.53
Infant (Age 0-2)
free

A drift ice sightseeing bus tour departing from and returning to Kitami Bus Terminal! Explore the Aurora Icebreaker, the local train "Drift Ice Story," and stunning scenic capes.
On the day of the tour, choose your preferred spot: the Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum or the Abashiri Prison Museum.

Child (Age 3-11)
USD 48.53
Infant (Age 0-2)
free

Overview

Morning
10.5 hour(s)
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Inclusions: Bus fare / Parking Fee / Driver Expenses / Okhotsk Drift Ice Trust Fund Contribution / Drift Ice Story Train Fare (Free Seating) / Aurora Icebreaker Ship Fare

Schedule

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08:20

Meet at Kitami Bus Terminal Waiting Room

08:30

Depart from Kitami Bus Terminal

Choose Your Destination (on the day of the tour):
09:55
-Option 1: Abashiri Prison Museum (Approx. 100 min)
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10:00
-Option 2: Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum (Approx. 85 min)
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12:00
Board the Drift Ice Story Train (Free seating, Approx. 45 min)
12:55
Lunch at Roadside Station Ryuhyo Kaido Abashiri (Approx. 60 min)
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14:15
Visit Notoro Cape (Approx. 20 min)
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14:55
Board the Aurora Icebreaker Ship (15:30 departure, Approx. 60 min)
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18:30

Arrive at Kitami Bus Terminal, Tour Ends

Transportation add-ons

Not available

Location

Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location

Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location

Important activity information

To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.

Important activity information

Restrictions

  • Capacity: 6 people
  • [Infection Prevention Measures]
    - Please refrain from eating, drinking, or loud conversations inside the bus.
    - Kindly sanitize your hands when boarding and wear a mask inside the bus.

Other requirements

  • Please check the travel conditions before applying. joken.pdf
  • Please check the terms and conditions before applying. yakkan.pdf

Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)

  • You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 6.

Required items to bring & attire

  • Winter protection is recommended: a down jacket, ear-covering hat, non-slip shoes, gloves, and hand warmers.
  • Shoe spikes should be removed inside the bus to prevent damage to the floor.

Additional notes

  • Stay times at each location may vary depending on traffic conditions and the number of participants.
  • Delays may occur due to road conditions, and the tour may be canceled on the day in case of severe weather.
  • Drift ice is a natural phenomenon, and there may be cases where it cannot be observed.
  • If the JR Drift Ice Story Train is suspended, transportation will be switched to a bus. Please note that no refunds will be provided for the suspension.
  • If the Aurora Icebreaker Ship is canceled, sightseeing will be arranged at the Roadside Station Ryuhyo Kaido Abashiri instead. In this case, a shopping voucher for use at the station's shop will be provided in place of the boarding fee. The voucher cannot be used for food, delivery fees, or receive change.
  • The Abashiri Prison Museum and Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum are optional attractions, and admission fees are not included in the tour price. Please pay individually at the site.
  • Infants (ages 0 to preschool) can join for free but will not have a bus seat.
  • For odd-numbered groups, seating on the bus may be separated or shared with other passengers.
  • Boarding or alighting at locations other than the designated meeting point is not allowed.
  • All images are for illustrative purposes only.
  • The tour price includes a ¥187 contribution to the Okhotsk Drift Ice Trust Fund, which supports the conservation of drift ice and the surrounding natural environment in the Eastern Hokkaido region.
  • <Travel Conditions>
    Departure/Return Location: Departs from and returns to Kitami
    Duration: Day trip (0 nights, 1 day)
    Transportation: Chartered bus
    Bus Operator: Hokkaido Kitami Bus or other Hokkaido-based bus companies
    Meals Included: None (Breakfast 0, Lunch 0, Dinner 0)
    Accommodation: None
    Minimum Number of Participants: 1 person
    Tour Conductor: Not included
  • <Travel Planning and Operation>
    Hokkaido Kitami Bus Co., Ltd.
    1-5-4 Minami-machi, Kitami City, Hokkaido
    Hokkaido Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-0826
    Member of the All Nippon Travel Agents Association (ANTA)
  • <Authorized Sales>
    VELTRA Corporation
    Address: 5th Floor (Reception on 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
    Tokyo Metropolitan Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
    Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Memanbetsu Airport Boarding / Kitami Bus Terminal Drop-off Plan
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 95.79
USD 95.79
Total:
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 95.79
USD 95.79
Price per Adult :
Child (Age 3-11)
USD 48.53
Infant (Age 0-2)
free

A drift ice sightseeing bus tour from Memanbetsu Airport to Kitami Bus Terminal! Enjoy the Aurora Icebreaker, the local train "Drift Ice Story," and stunning scenic capes.
On the day of the tour, choose your preferred spot: the Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum or the Abashiri Prison Museum.

Child (Age 3-11)
USD 48.53
Infant (Age 0-2)
free

Overview

Morning
9.5 hour(s)
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Inclusions: Bus fare / Parking Fee / Driver Expenses / Okhotsk Drift Ice Trust Fund Contribution / Drift Ice Story Train Fare (Free Seating) / Aurora Icebreaker Ship Fare

Schedule

View All
09:20

Meet at Memanbetsu Airport

09:30

Depart from Memanbetsu Airport

Choose Your Destination (on the day of the tour):
09:55
-Option 1: Abashiri Prison Museum (Approx. 100 min)
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10:00
-Option 2: Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum (Approx. 85 min)
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12:00
Board the Drift Ice Story Train (Free seating, Approx. 45 min)
12:55
Lunch at Roadside Station Ryuhyo Kaido Abashiri (Approx. 60 min)
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14:15
Visit Notoro Cape (Approx. 20 min)
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14:55
Board the Aurora Icebreaker Ship (15:30 departure, Approx. 60 min)
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18:30

Arrive at Kitami Bus Terminal, Tour Ends

Transportation add-ons

Not available

Location

Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location

Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location

Important activity information

To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.

Important activity information

Restrictions

  • Capacity: 6 people
  • [Infection Prevention Measures]
    - Please refrain from eating, drinking, or loud conversations inside the bus.
    - Kindly sanitize your hands when boarding and wear a mask inside the bus.

Other requirements

  • Please check the travel conditions before applying. joken.pdf
  • Please check the terms and conditions before applying. yakkan.pdf

Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)

  • You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 6.

Required items to bring & attire

  • Winter protection is recommended: a down jacket, ear-covering hat, non-slip shoes, gloves, and hand warmers.
  • Shoe spikes should be removed inside the bus to prevent damage to the floor.

Additional notes

  • Stay times at each location may vary depending on traffic conditions and the number of participants.
  • Delays may occur due to road conditions, and the tour may be canceled on the day in case of severe weather.
  • Drift ice is a natural phenomenon, and there may be cases where it cannot be observed.
  • If the JR Drift Ice Story Train is suspended, transportation will be switched to a bus. Please note that no refunds will be provided for the suspension.
  • If the Aurora Icebreaker Ship is canceled, sightseeing will be arranged at the Roadside Station Ryuhyo Kaido Abashiri instead. In this case, a shopping voucher for use at the station's shop will be provided in place of the boarding fee. The voucher cannot be used for food, delivery fees, or receive change.
  • The Abashiri Prison Museum and Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum are optional attractions, and admission fees are not included in the tour price. Please pay individually at the site.
  • Infants (ages 0 to preschool) can join for free but will not have a bus seat.
  • For odd-numbered groups, seating on the bus may be separated or shared with other passengers.
  • Boarding or alighting at locations other than the designated meeting point is not allowed.
  • All images are for illustrative purposes only.
  • The tour price includes a ¥187 contribution to the Okhotsk Drift Ice Trust Fund, which supports the conservation of drift ice and the surrounding natural environment in the Eastern Hokkaido region.
  • <Travel Conditions>
    Departure/Return Location: Departs from and returns to Kitami
    Duration: Day trip (0 nights, 1 day)
    Transportation: Chartered bus
    Bus Operator: Hokkaido Kitami Bus or other Hokkaido-based bus companies
    Meals Included: None (Breakfast 0, Lunch 0, Dinner 0)
    Accommodation: None
    Minimum Number of Participants: 1 person
    Tour Conductor: Not included
  • <Travel Planning and Operation>
    Hokkaido Kitami Bus Co., Ltd.
    1-5-4 Minami-machi, Kitami City, Hokkaido
    Hokkaido Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-0826
    Member of the All Nippon Travel Agents Association (ANTA)
  • <Authorized Sales>
    VELTRA Corporation
    Address: 5th Floor (Reception on 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
    Tokyo Metropolitan Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
    Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Activity Provider HOKKAIDOKITAMIBUS

Activity Provider

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Payment / Cancellation Policy

Payment Methods
  • Credit card payment
Cancellation Policy
  • Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 9 business days to 17:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
  • Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 3 business days to 17:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
  • Any cancellations made between 17:00 local time, 2 business days to 17:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
  • Any cancellations made after 17:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity date, up until the activity begins, will result in a charge equal to 50% of the total amount.
  • Any cancellations made after the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
  • Everyday

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Restrictions
Required items to bring & attire
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Additional notes
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
Restrictions
Required items to bring & attire
Other requirements
Additional notes
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
Bus Tour from Kitami/Memanbetsu Airport: Icebreaker "Aurora" + Drift Ice Train
Drift Ice Sightseeing Bus Tour from Kitami/Memanbetsu Airport! Enjoy the drift ice from various perspectives w/ the Aurora Icebreaker Ship, the local train "Drift Ice Story." Choose between the Okhotsk Drift Ice Museum or the Abashiri Prison Museum.