15 Best Full-Day Tours near Lake Toya

Toya days usually run Sapporo, the lake, Showa-shinzan, then the Noboribetsu crater, with about two hours on the road each way. From spring to autumn, boats leave the onsen town pier for Nakajima island.

1.Noboribetsu & Lake Toya & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu Day Trip

Compare volcanic Hell Valley, Lake Toya views and optional bear, ropeway or snow activities on this full-day trip from Sapporo.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“I had such a fun time exploring Hokkaido today. We stopped at several places, getting to enjoy the breathtaking nature, locally-made ice cream with seasonal flavours, souvenir shopping, foot baths, gondolas, and more. I got to take a lot of great photos, too. It reminded…”

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3.Popular Noboribetsu Must-Visit Day Tour in Hokkaido: Lake Toya & Showa-shinzan & Hell Valley & Lake Shikotsu Illumination (Optional Snowmobile Experience, Multiple Routes Available)

See Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Hell Valley and Hokkaido’s volcanic scenery on a guided day trip from Sapporo, with winter options and extra costs to plan for.

★ 4.8

“Our guide Nick is very good. Although he's new, he tried his best to make us enjoy the trip. We'll recommend our friends to find Nick if they come to Sapporo.”

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4.Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) + Showa Shinzan + Lake Toya Day Trip (Sapporo/Lake Toya Departure)

See Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya and Hokkaido’s volcanic sights on a guided Sapporo day trip, with seasonal routes and optional Mt. Usu ropeway.

★ 4.8

“Tour guide Oscar is fluent in Mandarin, English, and Japanese. He managed the pace of the itinerary just right, answering any questions we might have before visiting each attraction. We had ample time for sightseeing and transit at every stop, and he was attentive in…”

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6.Hokkaido Noboribetsu Must-Visit One-Day Tour | Lake Toya Observation Deck & Lake Toya Onsen Pier & Lake Hill Farm & Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch & Noboribetsu Hell Valley One-Day Tour (Departing from Sapporo)

Review of a Sapporo day tour to Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan and Noboribetsu Hell Valley, with seasonal stops, costs and practical tips.

★ 4.8

“There are two drop-off points on the return trip: Sapporo Station North Exit and Odori Park, making it very convenient to get back to the hotel. The one-day itinerary is rich in content, covering volcanoes, lakes, and ranches.”

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7.Hokkaido Lake Toya Fireworks Festival, Lake Shikotsu & Bear Ranch & Observation Deck Day Tour (boat cruise optional)

See Lake Shikotsu, Showa Shinzan and Lake Toya on a Sapporo day tour, ending with lakeside time and seasonal fireworks.

★ 4.5

“The tour guide's explanations were very meticulous. Not only were we well taken care of, but they also shared detailed historical stories about Hokkaido, and the overall service far exceeded expectations! What was most surprising was their thoughtfulness-they even proactively pointed out where clean restrooms…”

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8.Hokkaido One-Day Tour: Hoheikyo Gorge, Jozankei, Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Mount Yotei Spring Water Park (Departing from Sapporo)

Compare Hokkaido’s autumn valleys, Lake Toya and Showa Shinzan on a Sapporo day tour, with practical tips on timing, weather and value.

★ 4.7

“We were able to visit multiple attractions during the one-day tour. A special thanks to our driver, Mr. Igarashi, for providing a safe and comfortable ride, and of course, to our tour leader, Ms. Yan, for her professional explanations and thoughtful arrangements that ensured a…”

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9.Hokkaido | Lake Toya Fireworks Festival & Showa-shinzan & Lake Hill Farm Day Trip | Departing from Sapporo

Spend a long Hokkaido day among Mount Yotei, Lake Toya, a dairy farm, hot springs, and summer fireworks, with Sapporo bus transport.

★ 4.7

“Our guide, Mr. Chen, provided very professional explanations, giving us a thorough understanding of Hokkaido's history, geography, and local culture. Combined with his consistently smooth driving throughout the trip, the entire journey felt comfortable and enjoyable. It left us with deep and wonderful memories.”

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10.Sapporo: Hokkaido, Noboribetsu and Lake Toya Day Tour

Discover Hokkaido’s natural beauty and cultural highlights on this 10-hour guided day tour from Sapporo, featuring Lake Toya, Hell Valley, and more.

★ 4.2

“Oscar was a very kind and good guide. He managed to provide the tour in English and Mandarin with ease, so all on board could follow. The stops are well chosen and the Lakes as well as Shikotsu-Toya National Park were beautiful. But! Please consider…”

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11.Hokkaido Noboribetsu Day Tour | Kyogoku Fuki-dashi Park, Lake Toya (Optional Snowmobile in Winter), Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Day Tour | Departing from Sapporo

See Lake Toya, Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch and Noboribetsu Hell Valley on a Sapporo day tour, with an optional winter snowmobile ride.

★ 4.8

“A one-day tour that allowed for quick visits to attractions. The driver was steady, the guide was diligent, and the itinerary was followed precisely. It's a pity that the stop times couldn't be adjusted based on the conditions at each site. Please note that the…”

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12.Shikotsu Lake Ice Falls Festival, Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), and Snow World Toya Day Trip

See Noboribetsu’s steaming Hell Valley, Lake Toya and a winter ice festival on a Sapporo day trip, with optional Toya snowmobiling.

★ 4.8

“This is something one can not do on their own, unless with a private vehicle. not easily accessible by public transportation. overall, I enjoyed this activity. just always remember the bus parking location”

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13.Sapporo Departure: Day Trip to Big Buddha, Jozankei, Lake Toya & Noboribetsu: Volcano/Lake View/Winter Snowmobiling

See Hokkaido’s volcanic valleys, Lake Toya and seasonal sights on a full-day Sapporo bus tour, with optional snowmobiling, ropeway and bear ranch visits.

★ 4.8

“Unfortunately, the bus broke down, and we spent our lunch break at a rest stop waiting for a new bus instead of having lunch at Lake Toya. The tour guide didn't say much about the places we visited, only talking about yogurt, pudding, and creams.…”

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14.Hokkaido | Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley), Mount Usu Day Trip with Gourmet Food & Stunning Views | Depart from Sapporo

Compare Lake Toya, Mount Usu and Noboribetsu Hell Valley on a 10-hour Sapporo tour, with multilingual guiding and optional lunch.

★ 4.8

“I participated in the Noboribetsu/Lake Toya one-day tour. I originally thought that the scenery of Lake Toya was very beautiful, but I was a bit disappointed. The scenery of Usu volcano was so beautiful that I had to go and see it. In addition, Noboribetsu…”

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4.8Hokkaido Mount Yotei, Lake Toya, Noboribetsu Nature Day Tour (Small Group Transfer)10 hours$54.35 4.7Romantic Hokkaido Noboribetsu Day Trip | Lake Toya Observatory (optional snowmobiling in winter) + Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch + Lake Hill Farm + Noboribetsu Hell Valley (Departing from Sapporo)10 hours$44.20 4.8Lake Toya Fireworks & Mt. Yotei Full-Day Tour with Transfer$50.05 4.7Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Full-Day Local Food Experience$44.20 4.6Hokkaido | Sapporo City/Furano/Lake Toya/Otaru Customized Private Car Day Tour8.5 hours$290.50 4.9Hokkaido Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya, Bear Ranch, Lake Hill Farm Day Trip (Includes Ice Cream, Optional Snowmobile Experience)$56.85 5.0Hokkaido | Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, Asahikawa Private Chartered Day Tour | Customizable Itinerary9 hours$328.39 4.5Noboribetsu Lake Toya and Sapporo Otaru Full Day Tour$85.66 4.5Sapporo Departure: Lake Toya & Otaru Canal One-Day Bus Tour$61.35 4.7Classic one-day tour of Hokkaido Noboribetsu Jigokudani, Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, Bear Ranch, and Otaru | Departure from Sapporo$44.25 4.9One-day tour of Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Jigokudani & Bear Ranch or Mount Usu & Lake Toya Fireworks Festival & Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival in Hokkaido$44.25 4.7Hokkaido Noboribetsu Selected Day Tour: Lake Toya, Jigokudani, Showa-shinzan, Lake Shikotsu Illumination (Optional Snowmobile Experience, Multiple Routes Available)$40.25 5.0Lake Toya and Noboribatsu Hell Valley Private Day Trip$365.35 4.5Hokkaido | Lake Toya Fireworks Festival & Showa Shinzan & Lake Hill Farm Day Tour | Departure from Sapporo$56.79 4.6Hokkaido: Lake Toya Snowmobile & Noboribetsu Hell Valley & Bear Ranch & Lake Hill Farm Day Tour$44.15 5.0Hokkaido Noboribetsu Day Tour | Lake Toya (Optional Snowmobile in Winter) & Lake Hill Farm & Showa Shinzan & Jigokudani (Hell Valley) & Fukiidashi Park (Matsusui Park) | Multiple Itineraries Available$44.15 4.7Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Hell Valley Full-Day Tour$44.15 5.0Hike Mt. Usu and Visit Lake Toya Day Tour$156.37 5.0Sapporo Lake Toya & Noboribetsu Full-Day Tour$44.19 4.9Sapporo Noboribetsu Jigokudani & Lake Toya Full-Day Tour with Iconic Photo Stops$47.35 5.0Hokkaido Autumn Foliage Day Trip: Jozankei & Hoheikyo Dam & Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch & Mount Yotei Spring Water Park (Departing from Sapporo)$50.49 4.5Noboribetsu and Toya Full Day Tour$61.13 4.0Private Day Tour to Hokkaido Noboribetsu and Lake Toya by Car$566.33 5.0Sapporo: Lake Toya, Farm & Noboribetsu Hell Valley Day Trip1 day$55