Japan · SAPPORO & HOKKAIDO TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 sapporo & hokkaido tours that reviewers rated highly, each with its price, its verdict and the one thing worth knowing before you commit.
Taste Sapporo’s izakayas on a 3-hour bar hopping tour with local guide, 3 drinks, 3-4 dishes, photos, and ramen street finish.
“Really fun and informative bar hopping tour with great great local ladies, Midori and a trainee named Koto. The venues were great, food was good and filling and the drinks were flowing. These gals could definitely hold their own. This was a fantastic introduction to the local bar scene”
A 1-day Hokkaido winter tour from Sapporo to Lake Toya and Noboribetsu Hell Valley, with optional snowmobile, farm treats, and steam vents.
“Great tour, snowmobile experience was amazing. Lots of time at each attraction. Mila the guide was informative, friendly and professional. Thanks again for the great day.”
A flexible private local-led walking day in Sapporo, blending parks, the Clock Tower, beer, and seafood markets with smooth navigation help.
“We were were shown places where we dont expect to see on our own like thw tunnel were most people pass through, the markets and tasted the mochi in maruyama park and the delicious hokaido curry soup. Emilio gave us a wonderful time.”
One-day bus tour from Sapporo to Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Showa Shinzan bears, Lake Toya, Silo Observatory, and Lake Shikotsu.
“Too much talking, too much talking about what to shop… hard to enjoy the quiet moments enjoy the scenery.”
A 2-hour Sapporo sumo show with bilingual explanations, retired wrestlers in the ring, Japanese dinner, and a souvenir photo experience.
“a great atmosphere with interactive hosts and delightful shows”
Make 100% handmade soba at a real Sapporo soba shop, learn dough to cutting, then eat your noodles with optional tempura add-ons.
“Great experience and very accommodating. We messed up the time and Taku was very nice to take us in. Really appreciate it. The soba making was fun and the final product was delicious. Make sure to get the tempura and duck soup.”
Hands-on soba noodle making in Sapporo, finished with tempura and clear tips on how to eat soba. Private group, about 1 hour.
“After experiencing Mondo’s soba making, you’ll have a whole new appreciation for homemade soba! It was a fun experience and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for something different to do in Hokkaido. We were also able to enjoy the soba we made along with a variety of tempura, sooo yummy!!!”
From Sapporo to Cape Kamui, Shimamui Coast, Otaru, and Shiroi Koibito Park. Coastal views, Otaru stops, and chocolate time for $64.
Private Muslim-friendly highlights tour of Sapporo: Nijo Market, Shiroi Koibito Park, Okurayama Ski Jump, with hotel transfers and prayer time.
“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”
Sapporo to Jigokudani and Lake Toya in one day, with Showa-shinzan and optional Usuzan Ropeway plus Bear Ranch.
“Overall it was a nice trip, with a very good itinerary, and good service by Helen the tour guide as well as the driver and receptionist. Unfortunately the weather did not cooperate so our last two stops were marred by terrible weather and we got back an hour late”
Snowshoe around Sapporo in a group of 5 with gear and lunch, then soak at Koganeyu Onsen. Pickup included.
“An absolutely unforgettable experience from start to finish. I cant praise Chris highly enough. To begin with, communication prior to our excursion was fantastic, but the actual walk itself was mind blowing. The scenery was incrediRead more”
A 9-hour Sapporo to Otaru Asarigawa day trip with lift pass, full ski gear, and beginner coaching in English or Chinese.
“Great guides and bus driver! Super friendly and professional. Great experience with the ski resort. Excellent skiing. Bus driver was great driving in snow. I would book this tour again. Thank you Leo and team!”
Skip the line to Sapporo TV Tower, ride up fast to a 90 m deck, and enjoy panoramic views of Odori Park and seasonal festivals.
“easy to find, quick access and plenty of information on the views”
Private Sapporo to Furano day trip with flexible routing, comfy Toyota vehicles, and local guidance, hitting Lake Toya, Furano, and more.
“They messaged me once I made the booking. Making the itinerary became easier with the help of Megumi san. And the driver, Maki-san was great. Definitely would recommend”
Guided sea kayaking from Otaru’s Shioya Beach along the Shakotan coast, with a possible Blue Cave stop, swim break, and gear included.
“What an awesome experience! With Max as our friendly guide, we spent a few hours experiencing all the bay had to offer with its clear blue waters (warm enough for a swim) fascinating sea life and a magical sea cave. Mahalo, Max, for the memorable highlight of our Hokkaido trip!”
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