Hokkaido: Asahiyama Zoo & Ningle Terrace

Service Description

Highlights: • Immerse yourself in the charm of Hokkaido's snowy and pristine winter landscape • Visit the northernmost and the most popular Asahiyama zoo in winter at liberty • Marvel at the iconic Biei Aoike, made famous by Apple's default desktop photos • Explore the wonders of Biei Blue Pond and admaire the serene turquoise waters • Discover the whimsical playground of Ningle Terrace and buy a handmade souvenir Take a winter day trip from Sapporo to explore Hokkaido. Visit the famous trees of Biei, the enchanting Ningle Terrace in Furano, and, depending on the season, the stunning Shirahige Falls. Your tour starts in Sapporo, where you'll meet your driver and head to Asahiyama Zoo. Spend about 1.5 hours here, enjoying lunch and watching animals like penguins, raccoons, seals, and monkeys—who are active even in the winter cold. From April 1 to November 30, visit Biei’s Blue Pond, known for its striking blue water, and then head to Furano to see the impressive Shirahige Falls. From December 1 to March 31, enjoy Biei’s famous snow-covered trees, including the Ken & Merry Tree, and visit Four Seasons Hill for winter activities like snowmobiling and sledding. End your trip with a visit to Furano’s Ningle Terrace, a charming collection of shops inspired by a Japanese novel, before returning to Sapporo. Includes: ✔ Driver ✔ Tour guide ✔ Service fee ✔ Asahiyama Zoo entry ticket ✔ Hokkaido specialty ice cream or hot drinks per person ✔ Pickup and drop-off from designated areas ✔ Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle Excluded: × Food and drinks