15 Best City Highlights Tours in Hokkaido

Hokkaido’s highlight tours range wider than the name suggests, often pairing Sapporo with a run out to Otaru or the steam of Noboribetsu. In Hakodate, take the evening bus up Mt Hakodate; the lit-up city pinched between two bays is why people come.

1.Hokkaido Classic Fun Photo-Op Day Tour: Winter-Limited Optional Snowmobile Experience + Popular Photo-Op + Magical Illumination Tour | Departing from Sapporo (Multiple itineraries available / Chinese and English service)

A long Hokkaido day trip links Biei’s snowy hills, Blue Pond and Furano’s lit Ningle Terrace, with optional snowmobiling and round-trip transport.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“The tour guide shares local anecdotes, so the journey is never boring. The bus is spacious with plenty of room for luggage. Traveling round-trip between Sapporo and Asahikawa is worry-free and effortless. Highly recommended!”

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4.Late Departure: Relaxed Biei & Furano Highlights Tour from Sapporo

Compare seasonal Biei and Furano routes, see the Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls, and plan this full-day bus trip from Sapporo.

★ 4.8

“It was a truly well-organized itinerary, allowing us to comfortably visit and enjoy Biei's key attractions by bus. Thanks to the guide's kind explanations and attentive care during the transit, the atmosphere was wonderful and enjoyable throughout the entire tour. With its well-planned route and…”

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5.Mt. Hakodate Night View Sightseeing Bus Tour

Ride from Hakodate to Mt. Hakodate for a short, convenient night-view stop, with a ropeway ticket included and practical advice on weather and queues.

★ 4.4

“The bus route and the guide's commentary were excellent, making for a very enjoyable tour. It was also great not having to wait in line for the ropeway. However, if you understand Japanese, it's cheaper to book the tour bus directly, as it's the same…”

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6.Sapporo Custom Private Tours By Locals, See the City Unscripted

Discover the hidden gems of Sapporo with our personalized private tours. Explore the city like a local and create unforgettable memories. Book your adventure now!

★ 5.0

“Aki is a very bright fellow, and Speaks very good English I disrupted his planned tour with a couple diversions I needed. He would benefit from expressing more of his knowledge at the various points of interest we visited. He organized an interesting tour and…”

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8.One Day Highlights Tour of Sapporo

Discover the best of Sapporo in just one day! Immerse yourself in its beauty, culture, and cuisine on an unforgettable highlights tour. Don't miss out, click now!

★ 5.0

“Chieko was a wonderful guide. Despite the cold weather with snow showers, we managed to cover all the highlights based on her suggestion to reschedule the timing to travel to the Mt Okura Ski Jump Centre while the weather was still bRead more”

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10.Hokkaido Noboribetsu, Lake Toya & Otaru Panoramic One-Day Tour

Wander through Hokkaido's picturesque wonders on a journey that intertwines nature and culture, promising a day of enchantment and discovery.

★ 3.5

“It was great. Unexpected heavy snow fall made many issues, everything got delayed, but we miss nothing. Snow made the trip more adventurous, maybe snow added an extra value. The guide did a good job. We appreciate the hard job done by the driver of…”

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12.Sapporo Full-Day City Highlights Experience with Shopping

See Sapporo’s shrines, parks, seafood market and outlet mall in one guided day, with practical tips on weather, extra costs and changing stops.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful experience visiting some great locations around Sapporo. Our guide, Leo, was warm, friendly, and incredibly helpful throughout the tour. He shared interesting historical insights about Sapporo and the places we visited, and gave excellent recommendations on local food and souvenirs. Highly…”

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15.Classic one-day tour of Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani, Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, Bear Ranch, and Otaru | Departure from Sapporo

See Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, Bear Ranch and Otaru in one long day from Sapporo, with round-trip transport and a guide.

★ 4.7

“Great value for the price! You can see Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), the Bear Park, Lake Toya Observatory, and Otaru all in one day. Perfect for friends who just want a glimpse!”

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