All Reviews for Top Hokkaido Attractions

Since it was a long holiday, they changed the order of our itinerary to consider the traffic. They took us to Aoiike first, so we were able to stick to our schedule time-wise, which was great.

連休だったので、渋滞を考慮してまわる順番を変えてくれました。青池を先にしてくれたので、時間的にも予定どおりまわれて良かったです。

I participated with my two sons, who are a middle schooler and a high schooler. I was glad that we could explore areas that are difficult to access without a car in just one day. We didn't have enough time at Lake Shikotsu and the Mushroom Kingdom where we had a free lunch, while we felt we had too much time at Lake Toya, so I think it would be better to reconsider the time allocation. Even though it was during the Obon holiday, there were no traffic jams, and it ended on time, which was great. If I have the opportunity, I would like to participate in another course as well.

中学生と高校生の息子二人と参加しました。
車がない個人ではなかなか回れないエリアを一日で回れてよかったです。
支笏湖と自由昼食を取ったきのこ王国では時間が足りず、一方で洞爺湖では時間を持て余す感じだったので時間配分を見直すとなおよいと思います。
お盆の時期でしたが、渋滞などもなく、定刻通りに終了したのもよかったです。機会があれば、また別のコースにも参加してみたいです。

The food was not good.
Perhaps because there are many foreign guests, the announcements were just loud.
It was noisy inside the vehicle.
The meals should be reconsidered.

ご飯美味しくなかった
海外客が多いからか案内もただうるさい
車内もうるさかった
食事は考えるべき

They arrived at the hotel on time and gave a brief tour and explanation of Hakodate City, then we headed to Mount Hakodate. Initially, it was quite cloudy, but after waiting for a while, we were able to see the night view.

時間通りにホテルに来てもらい、函館市内を軽く案内・説明いただき、
函館山へ。
当初、かなり曇っていたものの、ずいぶん待っていただき、
夜景を見ることが出来た。

I enjoyed learning about various sightseeing points and history. The course was adjusted as needed on the day, allowing us to visit the places we wanted to see.

いろいろ観光ポイントや歴史を説明してもらい、
楽しかった。
当日にもコースを適宜修正し、見たい場所に行けた。

I was very satisfied, just as the title suggests, and I'm glad I went.

Honestly, the meeting point in the morning was hard to find. I ended up looking for a "VELTRA" sign like I would for a tour abroad, and the location indicated on the Google Maps on the site was off from the tourist information center where the reception was. I wandered around the area for 20 minutes without being able to find the reception, and even asked a woman in a bus guide uniform and at a police box, but no one knew where it was. I was really worried I wouldn't make it in time.

(I wish they would mention something like, "There is no VELTRA sign; we are partnered with such-and-such sightseeing bus," and I hope the Google Maps location is accurate.)

The last person I asked finally told me where it was, and I made it just in time...

It started off with that anxiety, but the bus guide was fun and entertaining right from the start, and as I listened to her talk, my mood completely lifted.

This year, since June was hot, the lavender was already finished, but I enjoyed other flowers, and the blue pond was beautiful. My husband and I laughed and enjoyed the experience, saying, "We often see blooming lavender in photos and videos, but seeing withered lavender is actually a rare experience."

The cheese fondue and hamburger for lunch were delicious! The factory-limited Hokkaido wine I ordered separately by the glass (I ordered both red and white, but the white was definitely better!) was also really tasty, and I bought some as souvenirs at the shop after the meal.

The guide, who said she was often told she resembled the Asagaya Sisters, was interesting and shared various stories that made me go "Wow!" continuously, but she wasn't pushy at all. It was the best. Thank you!

タイトルのとおりで大満足、行ってよかったです。

正直、朝の集合場所は分かりづらかった。海外でのツアーのように「VELTRA」のサインを探してしまったうえ、サイト内のGooglemapの示す位置が受付場所の観光案内所とズレていた。２０分前からずっと現場のあたりをウロウロしてたのに受付場所が見つけられず、何ならバスガイドの制服を着た女性や交番で尋ねたけど分からず、間に合わないかと本当に不安でした。

（「VELTRAのサインはありません、何々観光バスと提携しています」など書いてほしいし、Googlemapの位置も正確にしてほしいと思います。）

最後に声をかけた人が教えてくれて、ギリギリセーフ、、、

という不安な始まりでしたが、バスガイドさんが朝いちばんから楽しく面白く、ガイドさんのトークを聞いてるうちにすっかり気分は晴れ晴れ。

今年は６月が暑かったからラベンダーはすっかり終わってしまったとのことでしたが、他の花も楽しめたし、青い池も美しかったし、「咲き誇るラベンダーは写真や映像でよく見るけど枯れたラベンダーを見るなんて逆にレアな体験だよね」と夫と笑って楽しみました。

ランチのチーズフォンデュとハンバーグもおいしかった！　グラスで別注文した工場限定の北海道ワイン（赤白頼みましたが、断然白！）もすごくおいしくて、食後、売店でお土産に買いました。

「阿佐ヶ谷姉妹に似てると言われる」というガイドさん、面白くいろんな話をしてくださって「へえ～」の連続、でも押しつけがましさはなく、最高でした。ありがとうございました！

During my 2-night, 3-day trip to Hokkaido, I wanted to make sure to visit the lavender fields in Furano, the Blue Pond in Biei, Shirahige Falls, and the Patchwork Hill. I didn't place much importance on lunch, so a light meal was fine for me. This tour, which included no lunch and a quick snack on the bus, perfectly met my needs. And the tour guide's skills were impressive! Not only was their smile lovely and dependable, but they also kept perfect time and provided explanations and guidance at each sightseeing spot in both Japanese and beautifully pronounced native-level English. I was truly impressed. The trip was smooth without any traffic, so we returned to Sapporo about an hour early, allowing us to enjoy sightseeing at the Clock Tower and have a leisurely evening. I thought the 50 minutes we spent at Tomita Farm's lavender fields was just right, but I wished we could have taken a bit more time to explore and shop. It depends on the person, but I think 90 minutes would have allowed for a more enjoyable experience. Overall, it was a very satisfying tour. Thank you for your assistance!

２泊3日の北海道旅行で、富良野のラベンダー畑、美瑛の青い池、白髭の滝、パッチワークの丘は外したくないと思っていました。ランチはそれほど重要視していず、軽食でよかったので、ランチ無し+バス車内でパッと済ませるこのツアーはばっちりニーズに合っていました。そして、添乗員さんの能力の高さ！笑顔が素敵で頼りになるのはもちろん、タイムキープも完璧で、ずっと日本語とネイティブのような美しい発音の英語で各観光地の説明やガイドをお一人通訳されていて、本当に頭が下がりました。ずっと渋滞が無くスムーズでしたので、帰りは１時間ほど早く札幌に戻れたので、時計台観光をしたり、夜をゆっくり過ごすことができました。ラベンダー畑の富田ファームの滞在時間が50分と、ちょうどいいかと思っていたのですが、見るところや買い物ももう少しゆっくりできるとよいと思いました。人にもよると思いますが、９０分はあるともう少し堪能できたと思います。大満足のツアーでした。お世話になり、ありがとうございました。

At Jigokudani, we took a leisurely stroll. My mother, who has difficulty walking, was with us, but we had plenty of time to explore, so we were able to walk quite far. We also had about an hour for a break at a spot where we could enjoy the view of Showa Shinzan, and although it was a bit rushed, we managed to use the Usuzan Ropeway. At Lake Toya, the view from the Silo Observatory was great, and we were able to take a lot of photos. We also got to meet the "master" of the Silo Observatory, Haru-chan the cat. In Otaru, we had plenty of time, so after shopping, we enjoyed some food, which kept us quite busy. This time, since there were only a few of us, our driver also acted as our guide, and in addition to explaining the tourist spots, we received a lot of information about delicious food, which made us very happy. We were grateful for our considerate driver.

地獄谷では、ゆっくり散策。
足の悪い母も一緒でしたが、散策時間は時間がたっぷりあったので
かなり先まで歩けました。
また昭和新山の景色が楽しめる場所での休憩も、1時間ほどあったので
駆け足でしたが、有珠山ロープウェーも利用することができました。
洞爺湖では、サイロ展望台からの景色もよく、写真もたくさん撮れましたね。
またサイロ展望台の主(笑)、猫のはるちゃんにも会えました。
小樽も、時間がたっぷりあったので、買い物したら食べたり、なかなか忙しかったです。
今回は人数が少なかったので、ドライバー兼ガイドさんでしたが、
要所要所で観光地の説明のほか、おいしい食べ物の情報もたくさん聞けたので、こちらも凄く嬉しかったです。
気遣いの細やかなドライバーさんでありがたかったです。

This time, we participated in a bus tour in Furano with three family members! Initially, we considered renting a car, but since Hokkaido is vast and moving around can be challenging, we chose the bus tour. After participating, I can say it was definitely the right choice! They took us to all the major sightseeing spots, and above all, it was really easy on our stamina. The lunch was delicious, and I have no complaints. There are time constraints for sightseeing, but if that doesn't bother you, I think I can recommend it!

今回は家族3人で富良野バスツアーに参加！　当初はレンタカーも検討しましたが、北海道は広くて移動が大変と考え、バスツアーを選択しました。　参加してみての感想は大正解でした！　主要な観光スポットはまわってくれるし、何より体力的にめっちゃ楽でした。ランチも美味しくて文句ありません。観光時間の制約はありますが、それが嫌でなければオススメできると思います！

I participated on a weekday in early July during the high season, alone. Since it was high season, I couldn't spend enough time at Tomita Farm, but I think it's a good idea to decide on the points you want to see in advance. You won't be able to see everything. There will be lines for souvenirs and food, so it's best to jump into the shorter lines quickly.

The Blue Pond had a long line and was crowded with Asian tourists, making it difficult to fully enjoy. I think the view of Shirohige Falls is quite nice, but there are hardly any shops around. I was eating small bites at rest stops, so I didn't have too much trouble, but it might have been good to buy some convenience store rice balls or snacks in advance.

The tour guide and the driver were very nice, and I was very satisfied with that aspect.

7月上旬のハイシーズン平日に参加しました、一人です。
ハイシーズンということもあり冨田ファームは十分な時間はとれませんでしたが、見に行くポイントを決めておくといいと思います。すべては廻れません。お土産や飲食は並びますので空いてる列にはすかさずという感じで
青い池は大行列&東洋系外国人観光客で十分に楽しむのは困難でした、白ひげの滝はかなりいい眺望だと思いますがお店等はほとんどありません。
食事は立ち寄り所で細細と食べていたので思ったよりは困りませんでした、コンビニおにぎりとかお菓子ぐらい買っておくと良かったかもです。
添乗員さんと運転手さんがとても良い感じでその点は大満足でした。

I visited around early July, when it felt like the rainy season was ending. I participated alone on a weekday.

The tour was great, especially at Lake Shikotsu, but personally, I think I would have preferred to explore on foot instead of taking the sightseeing boat.

I was very satisfied with Mount Usu and Lake Toya; the view from the observation deck at the end of the ropeway was truly beautiful. There are stairs to the observation deck, but the ascent is gentle. It does require some physical effort, but it's not a difficult course, so I encourage you to give it a try.

However, be aware that you need to line up for the return ropeway about 10 minutes in advance, so it's best to check your schedule carefully. I think it's a course worth experiencing at least once.

7月上旬梅雨明け？って感じの頃に利用しました。一人で平日参加です。
ツアーでは支笏湖は大変良かったのですが、自分的には遊覧船は乗らずに散策していた方が良かったかも、というスタートでした。
有珠山、洞爺湖については大満足でした、ロープウェイの先の展望台はホントにキレイでした。展望台までは階段有りですが緩やかな登りです。ちょっと体力使いますが無理なコースではありませんのでチャレンジしてみてください。
ただし帰りのロープウェイは10分ぐらい前から並びますのでスケジュールはしっかりと確認してからがいいと思います。
1度は廻ってみたいコースだと思います。

For those who cannot drive themselves, traveling in eastern Hokkaido can be quite challenging. However, I believe this tour is an excellent option that allows you to efficiently explore the area around the lake from Kushiro. On the day I participated, Lake Mashu was clearly visible, and the surface of the lake reflected the surrounding mountains and sky like a mirror, making it truly beautiful.

Additionally, the guide's stories were really great. They shared a wealth of knowledge about Kushiro's economy, Hokkaido's history, and the plants of the mountains. Just listening to their talk while gazing out the window was truly educational. Thank you very much.

自分で運転できない者にとって、北海道東部の旅行はなかなか難易度が高いものがあります。そんななかこのツアーは、釧路から効率的に湖周辺を周ることができる秀逸なツアーだと思います。私が参加した日は、摩周湖がクリアに見え、かつ湖面が鏡のように周囲の山々や空を反射していて、本当にキレイでした。
それからガイドさんのお話が、本当によかった。釧路の経済や北海道の歴史、山の植物まで知識豊富なお話を披露して頂き、お話を聞きながら窓の外を眺めているだけで本当に勉強になりました。ありがとうございました。

It was a hot day, but the weather was great, making it a perfect day.

The driver was very nice and efficiently navigated to avoid traffic.

There was heavy traffic on the way to the Blue Pond, and since we had a time limit, I made a selfish request, but the driver kindly accommodated us, and we arrived at Asahikawa Station as planned.

Thank you, driver!

暑い日でしたが天気も良くて最高な1日でした

ドライバーさんもよいかたかで渋滞を避けて効率よく回ってくださいました

青い池に行くまでの渋滞がひどく時間のタイムリミットがあったのでわがままを言いましたが快く対応してくださり予定通り旭川駅につけました

ドライバーさんありがとうございました

I could really feel the love for Furano, and it made for a fun trip! Since my schedule was tight, I had given up on having lunch, but I was grateful for the recommendation of a relatively quick ramen shop! Thank you very much!

富良野を愛する気持ちがじゅうじゅう伝わってきて、楽しい旅にしてくださいました!キツキツな時間だったのでランチを取るのも諦めていたのですが、比較的回転の早いラーメン屋を教えてくださいまして助かりました!ありがとうございました!

I sent the places I wanted to visit in advance and left the order of the itinerary up to you (from Asahikawa Airport to various locations in Biei, ending at Farm Tomita).

Although I missed the peak lavender season and was too tired to visit some places, I really enjoyed the Blue Pond, Shirogane Falls, Shikisai no Oka, and the Road of the Roller Coaster.

I wanted to ride the Norokko train, so I got off at Farm Tomita, but if you're staying in Asahikawa city, it's easier to let you handle the trip all the way to the city.

I was feeling down because I lost something during the trip, but it seemed to have fallen in the taxi, and I received a call the next day. This allowed me to enjoy the rest of my itinerary comfortably.

Thank you very much for everything.

行ってみたい場所を事前にお送りして、周る順番はお任せしました（旭川空港乗車～美瑛各地～ファーム富田降車）。

ラベンダーの最盛期を過ぎてしまったのと、疲れてしまっていくつかの場所は行かなかったのですが、青い池、白ひげの滝、四季彩の丘、ジェットコースターの路がよかったです。

ノロッコ号に乗りたかったのでファーム富田で降車したのですが、旭川市内に泊まる場合はそのまま市内までお任せするのが楽ですね。

あと旅行中落とし物をしてしまい落ち込んでいたのですが、タクシー内に落ちていたようで翌日に連絡をいただけ、その後の旅程を気持ちよく過ごせました。

この度はどうもありがとうございました。

I heard that the lavender in Furano was at its best, so I decided to embark on a solo bus trip. I was able to enjoy my time comfortably without worrying about those around me. Although the plan didn't include lunch, I was able to buy what I liked at various stops and eat on the bus, which was great. The guide also made a good impression by actively offering to take photos for us.

富良野のラベンダーが見頃と聞いたので1人のバス旅を決行しました。
1人でも全然周りを気にする事なく快適に過ごせました。ランチの付いてないプランでしたが、所々で好きな物を買ってバスの中で食べる事が出来たのでよかったです
ガイドさんも写真をお撮りしましょうか？と積極的に動いていて好印象でした。

On the first day, we requested the Shiretoko area, and on the second day, we asked for the Mashu Lake and Kussharo Lake area. The same driver took care of us, which made us feel at ease. The guide was calm and pleasant, and I felt like I could truly enjoy Hokkaido's beautiful nature. Even after returning home, I always remember the fun we had and I want to go back again.

1日目は知床方面、2日目は摩周湖屈斜路湖方面をお願いしたら、同じドライバーの方が担当してくださり、安心できました。落ち着いた、感じの良いガイドで北海道の美しい自然を堪能できた気がします。家に帰ってからも楽しかったことをいつも思い出し、また行ってみたいと思っています。

I used a taxi considering the summer heat. Renting a car might be good too, but I feel that a taxi with a guide is convenient as you get older. I'm glad I used it.

夏の暑さを考えてタクシーを利用しました。
レンタカーでも良いかもしれませんが、ある程度、年齢がいくと、解説つきのタクシーが便利だと感じます。
利用してよかったです。

I participated in this tour because I wanted to see the scenery of Furano and Biei for the first time. Along the way, I enjoyed soft serve ice cream at the Blue Pond and melon at Farm Tomita, so I was able to enjoy not just the scenery but also the food. I was also satisfied to finally see the flower fields! Even though I was alone, I had a great time chatting with the tour guide and other participants. I was able to return to Sapporo early, which allowed me to make it in time for my dinner reservation, making it very efficient.
I highly recommend it. Thank you!

初めての富良野、美瑛の景色を見たくて参加しました。途中で青い池でソフトクリームやファーム富田でメロンを食べたりと景色だけでなく食も楽しめました。念願のお花畑も見れて満足！1人でも添乗員さんとお話したり、ツアーの方とお話ししたりと楽しい時間でした。早めに札幌に帰ってこれたので、夕食の予約にもばっちり間に合い効率的でした。
大変おすすめです。ありがとうございました！

Having completed my child-rearing journey, this was my first solo trip since being single.

Unlike my hometown in the south, the scenery in Hokkaido was so unique and beautiful that it felt like a different Japan altogether. I was truly impressed by its vastness and grandeur.

The fellow passengers on the bus were all very considerate. When I accidentally forgot the meeting time, they kindly reminded me with a smile, saying, "It's at 〇 o'clock."

They also guided us along an alternate route to avoid congestion, which was a great decision.

Both the driver and the tour guide were very friendly and caring, providing us with detailed local information, making for a very enjoyable trip.

I am truly grateful for all the assistance during this trip. It was such a memorable tour that I would love to have the same group guide me again. Thank you very much!

今回子育てを一通り終え、独身以来一人での旅行でした。

私の出身地南とは違い、北海道の景色は同じ日本と思えない位に独特で美しく、広大で非常に壮麗な場所に感激しました。

同じバスに乗っている方も常識のある方達で、私が思わず集合時間を忘れてしまった時、聞くと笑顔で「〇時ですよ。」と教えて下さいました。

混雑状況を見て、逆のルートから案内して下さり、大正解でした。

運転手さんも添乗員さんもとても気さくでお心ある方で、細かい現地の情報も教えて下さり、とても楽しい旅になりました。

この度は本当にお世話になりました。又同じメンバーでご案内して欲しい位に思い出深いツアーでした。心より感謝申し上げます。
Thank you very much!

I have done stand-up paddleboarding a few times, but I have never experienced such clear rivers and lakes. I was able to see all the way to the bottom of the Chitose River, including fish and water plants. I think it would have been even more beautiful if the weather had been a bit sunnier, but I was more than satisfied even with the cloudy weather.

SUPは何度かしたことがありますが、こんなに透明な川と湖は体験したことがありません。千歳川の底まで、魚や梅花藻も見ることができました。お天気がもう少し晴れていたらもっときれいだったと思いますが、曇りでも十分に満足できました。

Participated with my dog.
The instructor was kind and cheerful, making it enjoyable and安心 to join.
Thank you very much.

ワンコと一緒に参加
親切で愉快なインストラクターさんで楽しく安心して参加することができました。
ありがとうございました

You can go individually, but considering the distance and efficiency, I decided to join a bus tour. In conclusion, it was definitely the right choice!

The itinerary went as planned, and we had several bathroom breaks. I didn't know about the Biei Roller Coaster until I joined this tour, but it was a hidden gem. If you go by bus, you might just pass by, so I hope to visit again slowly by car next time.

One of the highlights was the Blue Pond. Many other tours visit in the afternoon, so being able to go in the morning was a key factor for me. We were blessed with good weather, and the scenery was very satisfying, just as I had hoped!

The buffet surprised me with a melon starter, but considering the cost performance, it might actually be quite reasonable! The buffet included Hokkaido-style dishes like Genghis Khan and soup curry. There weren't a huge number of options, but I felt satisfied after going back for food two or three times.

At the Colorful Hill, there were lavender fields and seasonal flowers blooming, giving that summer Hokkaido vibe!

I also didn't know about Ningle Terrace until I joined this tour, but there were many cute shops quietly nestled in the forest, and I was able to take lots of photos!

The tour was mainly in Chinese and English (with an overseas tour guide), and the explanations in Japanese were focused on key points, but the tour guide spoke Japanese very well, so I had no complaints about the language.

個人で行くこともできますが、移動距離もあり、効率も考えてバスツアー に参加させていただきました。
結論としましては参加して正解でした！

工程は予定通りで、トイレ休憩もちょこちょこ挟んでいただけます。
美瑛ジェットコースターはこのツアーに参加するまで知らなかったのですが、穴場の観光地でした。バスだとスッと通り過ぎてしまうので次回は自家用車でゆっくり行けたらいいなー。

目玉の一つの青い池。他のツアーでは午後訪問が多く、このツアーは午前に行けることが決め手の一つでした。
天気にも恵まれ、期待通りとても満足できる景色でした！

ビュッフェは、メロンスタートでちょっと驚きましたが、コスパ考えますと意外と合理的かもしれません！笑　ビュッフェはジンギスカンかスープカレーなどの北海道っぽいものもあります。品数ご少ないわけではないのですが、2〜3回取りに行ったら満足かなーという感じでした。

色彩の丘ではラベンダー畑と、季節の花が咲いていて、ザ夏の北海道！という感じでした！！

ニングルテラスもこのツアーに参加するまで知らなかったのですが、森の中にひっそり佇むかわいいお店がたくさんあってたくさん写真撮れました！

ツアーは中国語、英語メイン(海外添乗員さん)で、日本語での説明はポイントを絞っての解説でしたが、日本語が大変お上手な添乗員さんで言葉の不満もありませんでした。

I think it was the tour as described. The bus seats are assigned. If there are empty seats and you inform the guide, you can move. Inside the bus, the main feature is the earphone guide, but there are also explanations in Japanese from the guide. Even though it's Hokkaido, it gets hot in the summer and ice cream melts quickly, so I recommend a cup. The lunch portion was quite large. At the hotel where lunch was served, there were only two restrooms available, and there was a line. I was concerned about the manners of the overseas participants.
- They don't stop chatting even when the guide is speaking, so it's hard to hear the guide's voice.
- They recline their seats all the way back.
- They apply strong-smelling substances on their bodies inside the bus.

記載通りのツアーだったと思います。
バスの座席は指定です。座席が空いていてガイドさんに伝えれば、移動可能です。
車内では、イヤホンガイドがメインですが、ガイドさんからの日本語の説明もあります。
北海道とはいえ夏は暑くアイスは即溶けるので、カップをオススメします。
昼食は、量が多めでした。
昼食場所のホテルでは、使用できるトイレが2か所計2つしかなく、行列でした。
参加される海外の方のマナーが気になりました。
・ガイドさんが話しているときにもおしゃべりを止めないので、ガイドさんの声が聞こえない。
・リクライニングを最大限まで倒す。
・においがキツイものを車内で体に塗ったくる。

I signed up relatively quickly as a solo participant, but it seems it wasn't on a first-come, first-served basis, as I ended up with an aisle seat. There was a mix of Japanese and foreign participants, about half and half, but the person next to the window was a large Korean man who was constantly playing games on his phone, and his elbow kept bumping into me. I couldn't see the view from the window at all, and I could only catch a glimpse of the Kenmeri and the Seven Stars tree through the gaps. Even though I was a solo participant, there were others who seemed to be using their space comfortably, so I wondered if they had signed up directly. I experienced for the first time how the luck of the seat can completely change the impression of the tour for solo participants. Getting off the bus was fantastic.

一人参加で割と早く申し込みましたが先着順ではないのでしょう、通路側でした。日本人、外国人混合で割合は半々でしたが隣の窓側が体の大きな韓国人でずっと携帯でゲームをしており肘がどんどん当たって窓の景色は全く見れなくケンメリだとかセブンスターの木も体の隙間からチラッとしか見れませんでした。一人参加でも一人でゆったり使っている人もいて直に申し込んだのかなとも思いました。一人参加の場合、座席の運が良いか悪いかでツアーのイメージが全く異なることを初めて体験しました。
バスを降りれば最高でした。

This is a sightseeing bus operated by Akan Bus. It runs every day during the period, so I felt that the bus driver's driving and the guide's explanations were quite experienced. It's a convenient tour where you can get off at Lake Akan and Kushiro Airport. I included this tour on the last day of my trip, getting off at Kushiro Airport on a night departure. I noticed it was raining inside the bus heading from Lake Akan to Kushiro Airport, but on a nice summer day, we visited Lake Mashu, Iouzan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Akan. I saw a red-crowned crane by chance from the bus window in the Kushiro Wetlands, enjoyed the clear lake at Lake Mashu without fog, witnessed the natural scenery with less sulfur smoke at Iouzan, and although it was crowded at Lake Kussharo, I was able to enjoy a foot bath during our visit. We had exactly two hours of free time at Lake Akan. Since I have visited Lake Akan about five times, I roughly had the lakeside map in my head and visited Bokke, the monument of Takuboku Ishikawa, the Akan Lake Eco Museum Center, and the Akan Lake Ainu Kotan during the two hours. It was difficult to board the sightseeing boat or visit the Marimo Exhibition and Observation Center due to time constraints, but I was able to see marimo at the museum center. In the latter part, I spent about 40 minutes at the day-use hot spring of New Akan Hotel. The hot spring, open-air bath, and the Sky Garden Spa, where you can wear a swimsuit and enter a spacious hot spring like a pool, were fantastic, allowing me to enjoy the wonderful scenery around Lake Akan from above. The fee was 1,300 yen with my own towel. The marimo yokan after leaving Lake Akan was a delightful souvenir. I was satisfied with the efficient sightseeing in the difficult-to-navigate eastern Hokkaido in just one day.

阿寒バスさんが催行する観光バスです。期間中、毎日催行されているのでバスの運転手さんの運転やガイドさんの説明は慣れたものと感じました。阿寒湖や釧路空港で降車できる便利なツアーで、私は旅行最終日に釧路空港を夜出発する日にこのツアーを入れて釧路空港で降車しました。阿寒湖を出発して釧路空港に向かう車内で雨が降っているのを見かけましたが、夏の天気の良い日に摩周湖、硫黄山、屈斜路湖、阿寒湖と巡りました。釧路湿原で偶然見かけたたんちょうを車窓から見て、摩周湖では霧のかかっていないきれいな湖を見学し、硫黄山では硫黄の煙が少なめの大自然の光景を見れて、屈斜路湖では混雑していましたが、見学の合間に足湯をすることができました。阿寒湖ではちょうど２時間の自由時間がありました。阿寒湖は５回くらい訪問しているので、大体、湖畔の地図が頭の中に入っており、２時間のうちボッケ、石川啄木の碑、阿寒湖畔エコミュージアムセンター、阿寒湖アイヌコタンと見学しました。阿寒湖では時間的に湖上遊覧船に乗船したり、マリモ展示観察センターを見学するのは難しいですが、ミュージアムセンターでまりもを見学することができました。後半の４０分くらいニュー阿寒ホテルの日帰り温泉に入ってきました。温泉、露天風呂だけでなく、水着を着てプールのような広い温泉に入る天空ガーデンスパは最高で、阿寒湖周辺の素晴らしい景色を上から眺めました。料金はマイタオル持参で１３００円でした。阿寒湖出発後のまりもようかんは嬉しいお土産でした。自力で１日でめぐるのは難しい道東の観光が効率良くできて満足でした。

I used a chartered taxi to tour Furano and Biei. The driver took me smoothly to all the places I wanted to go, and he was a really nice person. Since we had extra time, he also took me to some places that weren't on the itinerary, making it the best day ever.

富良野、美瑛を観光するにあたり、貸し切りタクシーを利用しました。行きたい所にスムーズに連れて行ってくれ、運転手の方もとてもいい方で、時間が余ったからと、予定にない所も案内してくれ、最高の一日でした。

I participated in late June. Even on weekdays, the bus was fully booked, so reservations are a must. As a Beltora member, you can also earn points, which is great. The friendly and cheerful guide's explanations were helpful and enjoyable. Although Kushiro is often foggy, the day I participated had no fog, and I was impressed by the blue of Lake Mashu. It's a pity that I could only catch a glimpse of the Kushiro Wetlands. Lake Kussharo was fun with its sandy beach where you can enjoy a hot spring atmosphere. As for Lake Akan, I was a bit worried because there were hardly any people, possibly due to it being the off-season. There aren't as many restaurants as indicated on the map, so caution is needed. I was satisfied with the bus tour as it allowed me to visit various places in a balanced way.

６月後半に参加しました。
平日でもバスは満席でしたので、予約必須です。
ベルトラ会員だと、ポイントもたまるしいいですね。
ニコニコ親切なガイドさんの案内が参考になり楽しめました。
霧が多い釧路ですが、参加した日は霧がなく、摩周湖の青に感動。
釧路湿原はチラ見しかできないのが残念かな。
屈斜路湖は温泉気分が味わえる砂浜で楽しかった。
阿寒湖は？たまたまなのか、閑散期？のせいか人出がなく少し心配になるくらいでした。飲食店がいただいたマップほどたくさんないので注意が必要です。バスツアーでバランスよく色々な場所に行けたので満足です。

Thanks to the excellent guidance on night view spots and the city of Hakodate, I was able to create the best memories of Hakodate this time.

夜景のスポットや函館の街の案内をとても丁寧に分かりやすく教えていだだき今回は最高のご縁があったお陰で最高の函館の思い出を作ることができました。

I went to Asahiyama Zoo. After 90 minutes, I felt rushed and hurried to see everything. I wished I could have taken my time a bit more, so it felt a bit unsatisfying. However, the guide taught us an efficient way to see the zoo, so I was able to see almost everything.

At the lunch buffet, I was able to grill my own lamb. I was able to take some really nice photos at the Blue Pond and Shirahige Falls.

旭山動物園へいきました。９０分たったので大急ぎで見る感じで慌ただしく見る感じでした
もうちょっとゆっくりみたかったかなというものたりなさでした。でもガイドさんが効率の良い見方をおしえてくれたのでほぼみることができました
ランチバイキングは自分でジンギスカンをやくことができました
青い池、白ひげの滝はとてもいい写真がとることができました