Hokkaido: Biei Blue Pond & Furano Lavender Farm Day Tour
Description
Escape the city and experience the stunning beauty of Hokkaido’s countryside on a scenic day trip from Sapporo. Begin your journey with a drive along the famous Roller Coaster Road, renowned for its dramatic hills and breathtaking views of Biei’s picturesque landscapes. Next, visit the enchanting Shirogane Blue Pond, known for its surreal turquoise-blue waters and mysterious submerged trees. Take in the peaceful atmosphere and capture unforgettable photos of this iconic Hokkaido landmark. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring Hokkaido’s famous melon, celebrated for its exceptional sweetness and refreshing flavor. Continue to the vibrant Shikisai-no-Oka Flower Fields, where rolling hills are covered with colorful seasonal blooms. You can also choose to join an optional tractor ride for a relaxing way to admire the beautiful countryside. This unforgettable tour combines spectacular scenery, local flavors, and some of Hokkaido’s most beloved attractions in a single day.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sightseeing, Pass by. Experience the thrilling drive along the scenic Roller Coaster Road. Starting location:3 Chome (meetup point) Bus/coach travelling duration(2.5 hours)
Sightseeing (30 minutes), Marvel at the surreal blue hues of the iconic Blue Pond in Biei. Local restaurant, Lunch (1 hour). Optional if selected.
Furano, located in central Hokkaido, Japan, is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and seasonal beauty, particularly its vibrant lavender fields at Farm Tomita, which bloom spectacularly in summer. Visitors are drawn to its picturesque rolling hills, flower fields, and mountain views. In addition to lavender, Furano offers attractions like Ningle Terrace, a charming forest village of wooden cottages selling local crafts, and the Furano Cheese Factory, where visitors can sample unique cheeses and even participate in cheese-making. In winter, Furano transforms into a popular ski resort with powdery snow and stunning alpine vistas. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the area's hiking and cycling trails during the warmer months, while natural hot springs provide a serene retreat year-round. With its seasonal charm and variety of activities, Furano is a must-visit destination in Hokkaido.
One of the oldest flower fields in Japan, it has been transformed from the former lavender to a large pastoral farm with as many as 150 kinds of flowers. Lavender blooms usually in June start,The winter greenhouse opens to the public in mid-August, and you can see various plants such as lavender and geraniums. In addition to lavender, other varieties of flowers are also planted in the garden. There are saffron from mid-April, daffodils, tulips and so on in May. Climbing to the top of the flower field, you can see the scenery of Furano Basin and the Tokachi mountain range in the field of lavender. Note: This Itinerary is Only avilable on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
Explore the vibrant, picturesque flower fields of Shikisai no Oka.
Wander through the enchanting, fairy tale-like Forest Fairy Terrace. 3:00 PM: Begin the return journey to Sapporo. Bus/coach to travel back(2.5 hours) Arrive back at: 3 Chome (drop off point)
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- On the night before your trip, an email with the tour guide's contact number and the vehicle's license plate number will been sent to you. Please ensure your email and phone are accessible.
- Traffic on weekends/holidays in Japan may delay return time. We cover overtime fees for guides and drivers. Please do not plan other activities or transport afterward. Attraction visits may be shorter, adjusted, or canceled.
- The remaining hours, aside from the time spent at attractions, are the hours spent traveling.
- Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
- Children aged 0-16 must be accompanied by a paying adult
- No refund for late comer or no show.
- Tour requires a minimum of 5 participants to operate
Reviews(4)
Positives - Booking was easy and the guide and driver were nice. If your goal is to see as much as possible then this tour is a decent choice. But, for us, it felt too rushed. I would have enjoyed less stops with more time at the lavender fields and Ningle Terrace, definitely could have skipped blue pond. The negatives- lunch was bad, melon experiencing was wildly overpriced.
it's perfect for first-timers with limited time who want a photo-filled overview. If you prefer a relaxed pace, this tour may feel like a checklist.
We book for the tour, but there was no contact number of the operator. We wait at the meeting point before the departure time (08.00 am). We were waiting, look around and ask some people there for about 30 minutes but nobody know the travel operator. The operator didn't call or contact us. We contact Viator and their respon was delayed, we wait for about 30 minutes for their respon. Because of that we lost our time in Sapporo. We ask for the refund but the respon was very slow, we truly hope that we can get the refund immediately.
Thank you for your feedback, and we sincerely apologize for your experience. Unfortunately, due to an internal booking processing issue, we were unable to arrange your tour as scheduled. We understand how frustrating it must have been to wait at the meeting point without receiving timely assistance, and we are truly sorry for the inconvenience and the disruption to your plans in Sapporo. Please rest assured that your refund has already been processed. We appreciate your patience and understanding, and we apologize again for the disappointment caused.
Overall was disappointed as we found out when we joined the tour that we overpaid. There were other who booked via Trip Advisor and only paid $80 and got a full lunch. We paid $110 and got an ice cream. Even the ice cream was not known to the guide and he had to make a few calls. The tour was just ok. The van was very cramped. If you are over 170cm it will be a squeeze. There were very few flowers in Biei and most of the shops in Ningle Terrace were closed. I would not recommend this trip in May. And also the fact we were overcharged.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the tour did not meet your expectations. The package purchased through our platform included the tour with an ice cream stop rather than a full lunch, as specified in the booking details. Different booking platforms may offer different package inclusions and pricing, which can result in variations between travelers on the same tour. We also understand your concerns regarding the vehicle comfort and the seasonal conditions at the attractions. Flower blooming and shop operations can vary throughout the year, and we appreciate you sharing your experience. Thank you again for your feedback. Your comments have been noted and will be shared with the tour operator as we continuously work to improve our guests' experience.
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