Sapporo to Blue Pond & Shirahige Falls Furano Private Tour
Discover Hokkaido’s highlights on a private day trip from Sapporo — Furano, Blue Pond, and Shirahige Falls. Travel in a private vehicle with photo stops along Biei’s Patchwork Road and Ningle Terrace, a forest village of artisan shops and cozy cafés. Itinerary (from Sapporo) Note: Itinerary can be
What To Expect
Stop 1
Pass byBiei, known as the "Hill Town," consists of about 70% mountainous forest land. Visitors to Biei can enjoy countless pastoral landscapes and rolling hills, immersing themselves in the natural beauty. One of the most iconic routes in Biei is the Patchwork Road (or Puzzle Road), offering breathtaking views of the Biei hills, expansive meadows, and the Tokachi mountain range. Nature enthusiasts should not miss this opportunity to experience the beauty of Biei. (No Admission Fee Required for This Attraction) From Asahiyama ZOO to Patchwork Road takes approximately 30 minutes by car.
Stop 2
⏱ 20 minBlue Pond, also known as Platinum Blue Pond due to its proximity to Tokachidake Shirogane Hot Spring, exhibits subtly changing water colors throughout the seasons and weather conditions. From mid-May to late June, under clear skies and calm weather without rain or wind, the pond water appears as a clear and transparent cobalt blue, resembling a dreamlike scene. During other seasons, the hue varies, ranging from ordinary blue to blue-green tones. In winter, when snow covers the surroundings and the pond's vegetation, the landscape takes on a magical quality, even before the water freezes. (No Admission Fee Required for This Attraction) Patchwork Road to Blue Pond takes approximately 25 minutes by car.
Stop 3
⏱ 20 minShirahige Falls, with a drop of 30 meters and located at an altitude of 600 meters in Shirogane Onsen, Biei Town, is renowned for its cascading waters that resemble white whiskers pouring down from the crevices of rocks. The continuous flow of water emerging from underground crashes against the rocks, creating splashes adorned with a blue light, offering a magnificent and delightful spectacle. (No Admission Fee Required for This Attraction) Shirahige Falls is located near Blue Pond.
Stop 4
⏱ 1hNingle Terrace is a shopping area located in the green forest of Furano. It is nice to go shopping and enjoy the cool breeze as you walk through the area. The shops are in the form of wood cabins and will be lighted up after sunset creating a romantic scene. (No Admission Fee Required for This Attraction) From Biei Patchwork Road/Shirogane Falls to Ningle Terrace takes approximately 60 minutes. After the itinerary ends, the return trip to Sapporo takes approximately 2 hours.
What’s Included
- ✓Expressway fee
- ✓Japanese driver with translation devices
- ✓Surcharges on fuel
- ✓Legally operated green plate private transportation
- ✓Infant seats available
- ✓Parking fees
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Gratuities
- ✗Meals expense
- ✗Our private car service is up to 10 hours; extra hours cost 5,000JPY/30 Min.
What to Bring
- •Specialized infant seats are available
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Blue Pond: In winter, snow accumulation may affect the pond's blue appearance.
- •Ningle Terrace: Maintenance is scheduled for November.
- •Experienced Japanese drivers with translation devices.
- •If you need infants seats, please advise us prior to the date.
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