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Otaru Canal Cruise [Otaru]
Hill of the Buddha [Takino Reien]
Sapporo TV Tower [Sapporo, drive-by]
Susukino Crossing & Nikka Whisky Billboard [Sapporo, drive-by]
Hokkaido Specialty Soup Curry Lunch

Sapporo and Otaru Highlights 1 Day Tour with Lunch

By JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.
Free cancellation available
Price is P 11,677 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h 10m
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

On this 1 day tour, you can discover the hidden charms of Sapporo and Otaru, and create unforgettable memories during your stay in Japan. The highlight of the tour is visiting Takino Reien, a cemetery which has an interesting Buddha statue where only the statue's head can be seen from afar. This rare photogenic spot is sure to leave memorable moments on your social media. In Otaru, take a tranquil canal cruise and be captivated by the dreamy atmosphere and the scenery of historical warehouses lining the waterways. The day comes to a close with a stroll along Otaru's nostalgic Sakaimachi Street. This tour offers a blend of modern marvels and historical experiences for travelers seeking unique experiences in Japan.

Activity location

  • Sapporo
    • Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Sapporo TV Tower
    • 1 Chome
    • 060-0042, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

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Hokkaido Specialty Soup Curry
  • Activity duration is 9 hours and 10 minutes9h 10m
    9h 10m
  • English

Lunch options available: Standard, Halal and gluten-free

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:05
Price details
P 11,677.47 x 2 AdultsP 23,354.94
Total
Price is P 23,354.94
Until Wed, Jul 9
Indian Thali
  • Activity duration is 9 hours and 10 minutes9h 10m
    9h 10m
  • English

Lunch options available: Standard, Vegetarian, Halal and gluten-free

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:05
Price details
P 11,677.47 x 2 AdultsP 23,354.94
Total
Price is P 23,354.94
Until Wed, Jul 9

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedOther admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
  • What's includedWhat's includedEnglish-speaking assistant
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedDrink charges during lunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedOther personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips and gratuities

Know before you book

  • 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
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Cancellation may occur due to traffic obstruction caused by heavy snowfall or inclement weather in Sapporo or Otaru
  • The times noted in the itinerary are estimates only, and may vary depending on circumstances
  • If making plans for before or after the tour on the same day, and for those joining from outside Hokkaido, please leave enough time in your schedule
  • While Takino Reien serves as a sightseeing spot, it is also a sacred place as it is a cemetery. During the visit to Hill of the Buddha, please be sure to follow these important points. Smoking is not allowed. Do not enter restricted areas such as the lavender field. At the purification trough, do not use the water to wash anything other than your hands. Do not step into the Water Garden. Use of unmanned aerial vehicles such as drones is prohibited. Do not run. Do not litter. Do not touch the Buddha statue. Admission may be restricted during memorial services such as sutra chanting. Note that interviews and filming may be taking place during the visit
  • If the Otaru Canal cruise cannot be boarded (due to suspension of operation, road congestion, or conditions at other sightseeing areas), the corresponding cruise fare will be refunded by the English-speaking assistant on the day
  • For Hokkaido Specialty Soup Curry Lunch, Halal and gluten-free options are also available. Please inform the guide on the day of the tour. Changes made after requests have been made are not accepted
  • For Indian Thali Lunch, Vegetarian, Halal and gluten-free options are also available. Please inform the guide on the day of the tour. Changes made after requests have been made are not accepted
  • Infants aged 0-5 years can ride for free, but no separate seat will be provided in the hired vehicle. If you wish to have a seat for your child, please book them as a "Child." Additionally, if an "Adult" or "Child" is accompanied by more than two "Infants," a seat in the hired vehicle will be required for the third and subsequent infants. In such cases, please book them under the "Child" rate
  • The tour is accompanied by a English-speaking assistant. Drivers do not work as guides
  • Please wear shoes and clothing which are easy to walk in
  • As large luggage such as suitcases cannot be brought during the tour, please have them delivered in advance, or leave them in a locker or at your hotel before participating
  • Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour

Activity itinerary

Sapporo
  • 40m
Explore Sapporo's highlights by car with drive-by views or short stopovers, glimpsing iconic landmarks like Sapporo TV Tower, Susukino crossing with its famous Nikka Whisky billboard, and Hokkaido Government Office. Note: This is a drive-by tour with no entry into facilities.
Hill of The Buddha
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore Takino Reien, a sacred site featuring Moai statues at the entrance of the Hill of the Buddha. Marvel at this photogenic spot where the Buddha's head peeks out from afar, creating a stunning visual effect.
Taj Mahal
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Choose between Hokkaido specialty soup curry (halal and gluten-free options available) or Indian thali meal (vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free options available). Regarding the menu, please refer to the followings. [Soup Curry Lunch] Set meal with soup curry with chicken leg and seasonal vegetables, naan, and turmeric rice and seekh kebab (spiced minced lamb meat) [Standard Thali Menu] 3 kinds of curry (mixed vegetable curry, saag chicken curry, chicken keema curry), seekh kebab, tandoori chicken leg, turmeric rice, naan and soup. [Vegetarian Thali Menu] 3 kinds of curry (mixed vegetable curry, saag paneer curry, bhindi masala curry), salad, samosa, aloo tikki (potato patties), turmeric rice, soup and roti. [Children's menu] A fixed menu featuring a mild curry with chicken and egg, naan, turmeric rice, dessert, and orange juice.
Sapporo Station
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Travel by car to Sapporo Station, then take a train to Otaru. The coastal train ride offers refreshing sea views, with islands visible on clear days. Enjoy scenic viewpoints as you leave the city behind.
Otaru Station
  • 15m
Upon arrival at Otaru Station, walk to the embarkation point for the Otaru Canal cruise.
Otaru Canal
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
Embark on a 40-minute Otaru Canal cruise. Immerse yourself in the retro atmosphere as you leisurely glide past scenic views, stone warehouses, and historic buildings, offering a unique perspective of Otaru's charm. An English-speaking assistant won't accompany this portion.
Otaru Sakaimachi Street
  • 1h 35m
Take a pleasant stroll along Otaru Sakaimachi Street lined with retro stone buildings. Enjoy seeing Stained Glass Museum, Former Nippon Yusen Otaru Branch and Otaru Music Box Museum as your preference. An English-speaking assistant won't accompany this portion.
Otaru Station
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Walk to Otaru Station and take a train back to Sapporo Station.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSapporo
    • Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLESapporo TV Tower
    • 1 Chome
    • 060-0042, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan

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