Sapporo Private Customizable Half Day Tour
Explore the highlights of Sapporo City with a private 4-hour tour tailored to your interests. Choose 2 to 3 must-see spots and enjoy personalized guidance from an expert who ensures a hassle-free and engaging experience. From iconic landmarks to local hidden gems, this tour provides a unique way to
What To Expect
Stop 1
Pass byA large park in the outskirts of Sapporo, uniquely designed by a famous Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi.
Stop 2
Pass byDisplaying the history of beer in Japan and the process of beer making, beer tastings are available.
Stop 3
Pass byAn open air museum in the suburbs of Sapporo, exhibiting about 60 typical buildings from all over Hokkaido.
Stop 4
Pass byA public market in central Sapporo, providing fresh local produce and seafood such as crabs, salmon eggs, sea urchins and various fresh and prepared fish.
Stop 5
Pass byJapan's largest entertainment district north of Tokyo, including stores, bars, restaurants, karaoke shops, pachinko parlors and red light establishments.
Stop 6
Pass byA large shopping and entertainment complex, constructed on the former site of Japan's first beer brewery.
Stop 7
Pass byA pleasant public park in the center of Sapporo, separating the city into north and south.
Stop 8
Pass byOne of the city's largest public markets, specializing in Hokkaido seafood such as crab, sea urchin, salmon roe, squid and scallops, and local produce such as corn, melons, and potatoes
What to Bring
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- •Moderate Cancellation Policy:
- •We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 14 days or less before event
- •We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 21 days or less before event
- •We will charge a cancellation fee of 25% if booking is cancelled 30 days or less before event
- •PLEASE FILL OUT THE TOUR FORM:
- •After your booking, you will receive a link to the Sapporo Form (within 48 hours) that asks for pertinent information required for this booking. Please ensure that this Sapproro Form is completed accurately at least 7 days before your tour date
- •Every city in Japan has a lot to offer. There are many aspects to the city and many hidden and local spots that you may not have seen or heard of before. In the Custom Tour form that will be sent to you after your booking, you’ll be able to let us know of any attractions you have already visited and would not like to see again on this tour. We will carefully review your requests and will create an itinerary based on your preferences
- •If you cancel the tour any time after we have sent you the custom Itinerary, the service fee of 15% of your total tour cost will be nonrefundable
- •Japan Awaits is a licensed tour operator in Japan, with hundreds of registered and vetted tour guides nationwide. We offer tours in any location in Japan and manage all details, including transportation and tickets. Visit Japan Awaits to learn more about our tours or inquire about a custom experience today
- •Mode of transportation: Transportation within the city only (either public transportation or private vehicle, based on your booking)
- •Custom Itinerary:
- •Organizing and planning a trip requires a lot of time, and if we have made reservations on your behalf, it may be challenging to cancel some booking requests. Once we receive your booking and responses from the Custom Tour form, we’ll begin creating your itinerary and organizing the necessary arrangements for your tour
- •How far in advance should I book?
- •Preparing a customized tour takes time, especially if restaurant or venue reservations are needed. We recommend booking as early as possible—ideally 3 months in advance, or at least 1 month before your travel date. For requests made within 7 days of travel, we may not be able to arrange the tour in time, and your booking request may be canceled with a full refund
- •What if I'm late?
- •We ask that all guests arrive at the location at least 10 minutes before the designated meet-up time
- •Guests are provided with the tour guides’ phone number before the tour and you can call the tour guide if you need help
- •Although this is a private tour, the tour guide will only wait for you for up to 30 minutes of start time before the tour is cancelled
- •Attire: Please dress appropriately for all weather conditions
- •Passports may be required to verify age on the day of the tour
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| Cancellation | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable | Non-refundable |
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