Hokkaido: Asahiyama Zoo, Shirahige Fall, Ningle Terrace Day
ID: GYG872253-1373742
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Be close and personal with adorable animals at Asahiyama Zoo, immerse in the breathtaking charm of Biei Pond and Shirahige Falls. Experience stunning landscapes in Furano, like Ningle Terrace and etc.
Here's an itinerary description of the trip:
8:00AM
Meet at 3 Chome Kita 7 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0807 Japan
Asahiyama Zoo (closing time of Nov.4th-10th 2024, Dec.30th,2024-Jan.1th 2025)
Start your day with a visit to Asahiyama Zoo, one of Japan’s most innovative and popular zoos, located in Asahikawa, Hokkaido. Famous for its unique animal enclosures and close-up views of animals in their natural habitats, Asahiyama Zoo offers visitors an opportunity to see a wide variety of animals from both Hokkaido and around the world.
The zoo is renowned for its "Glass Tunnel" exhibit, where visitors can walk through a transparent tunnel surrounded by the zoo’s playful penguins, and the "Ice and Snow World" exhibit, which showcases polar bears and other cold-weather animals. The zoo is designed to encourage the animals' natural behaviors, and it offers a fantastic chance for close-up interactions with many species.
Ken and Mary’s Tree (Biei Ins popular tree watch in the bus instead from 1st Dec 2024-31st Mar 2025)
Next, head to Ken and Mary’s Tree, a famous landmark in the beautiful Furano region. This solitary tree became an iconic symbol after appearing in a popular Japanese TV commercial for a car brand in the 1980s. You can take a memorable photo there!
Shikisai no Oka (Visit from 1st Dec 2024 - 31st Mar 2025)
Just a short drive from Ken and Mary’s Tree is Shikisai no Oka, a flower park that offers stunning views of Hokkaido’s seasonal landscapes. Known for its vibrant flower fields, this park is a photographer’s dream.
Enjoy a hot drink passing by the HERB GARDEN, choose one from the Hokkaido's specialty corn soup or hot tea.
Biei Pond (Visit from 1st Apr - 30th Nov)
Nestled in the picturesque town of Biei, Hokkaido, Blue Pond is famous for its striking, vibrant blue waters. The pond’s unique color is a result of natural minerals and fine particles suspended in the water, creating a surreal, almost otherworldly scene.
Shirahige Falls (Visit from 1st Apr - 30th Nov)
As a stunning waterfall known for its distinctive white, milky appearance. The falls cascade from a height of 20 meters, with the water flowing over a series of rocks, creating a beautiful, foamy mist.
Ningle Terrace (Close from 4th Nov - 29th Nov)
Next, visit Ningle Terrace, a magical location nestled within the forested mountains of Furano. This spot is known for its wooden terrace that offers stunning views of the surrounding natural beauty. The terrace is designed to give visitors a sense of tranquility and a connection with nature, surrounded by towering trees and lush greenery.
Furano Wine Laboratory (Visit from 4th Nov - 29th Nov when Ningle Terrace closes)
End your day with a visit to it, where you can learn about the region’s agricultural practices and enjoy the bounty of Furano’s famous fruits. Hokkaido, with its cool climate, is known for producing high-quality fruits, and Furano is particularly famous for its grapes, melons, and strawberries.
Highlights
- Experience the charm of adorable animals up close at Asahiyama Zoo this winter.
- Admire the stunning Shirahige Falls, showcasing the beauty of each season.
- Witness the enchanting and diverse colors of the magical water at Biei Pond.
- Explore a range of winter activities in Furano with breathtaking seasonal views.
- Ningle Terrace creates a unique and fairy-tale atmosphere of Hokkaido winter.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Please be aware of the opening and closing time mentioned in the description.
"Asahiyama Zoo(2h)-Biei Pond(1st Apr - 30th Nov)-Ken & Merry Tree(1st Dec-31st Mar, Biei Ins popular tree instead and watch in the bus)-Shirahige Falls(1st Apr - 30th Nov) or Shikisai no Oka(1st Dec - 31st Mar)-Ningle Terrace(closed for Nov.4th-29th)". If Asahiyama Zoo closed, the itinerary is "Ken & Merry Tree(1st Dec-31st Mar, Biei Ins popular tree instead and watch in the bus, 30min)-Biei Pond(30min)-Shirahige Falls(10min)-Ningle Terrace(30min).
2.The night before your trip, you will receive an email regarding important information such as the phone number of the tour guide and the license plate number of the car. Please make sure that your email and mobile phone can be reached.
3.The tour guide is holding a yellow flag at the meeting point.
4.The itinerary may change due to weather and road conditions and other reasons.To avoid losses, please don't schedule other activities after the end of travel.
Pick-up time and location:
8:00AM
札幌駅北口団体BUS乗り場,
Address： 3 Chome Kita 7 Jonishi, Kita Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0807 Japan,
The tour guide is holding a yellow flag at the meeting point, very recognizable, please arrive at meeting point 10 minutes early at least. There will be no refund if you are late and miss the trip.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
