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PLAN

ONE DAY Sapporo & Otaru Highlights Tour (with Indian Thali Lunch)

  • Hill of the Buddha

  • Sapporo TV Tower

  • Former Hokkaido Government Office

  • Indian Thali Lunch

  • Otaru Canal Cruise

  • Tour Details
1. From the Sapporo TV Tower, a symbol of Sapporo, to a romantic canal cruise in Otaru, this tour lets customers experience a perfect blend of Japan's modern and nostalgic charms.
2. Revel in the nostalgic atmosphere in Otaru's Sakaimachi Street, lined with many buildings made of stone. The area is often used as a filming location. In the evening, enjoy a 40-minute Otaru Canal cruise and relish the canal scenery from a boat, a charm-filled sight that's different from when going on a walk.
3. With an accompanying English-speaking assistant, customers can be immersed in the beautiful scenery and culture on a deeper level without feeling the language barrier.
4. Visit the Hill of the Buddha, a famous photogenic spot where from afar, only the head of the unique Buddha statue can be seen peeking out.
5. On this course, an Indian thali meal will be served for lunch. Vegetarian option also available. Halal and gluten-free options are also available. (For those who would like the standard menu (soup curry), please book the course with soup curry instead. )
About Initiatives for Sustainable Tourism:
This tour promotes Cross-cultural Understanding and Social Contribution as stated under Sunrise Tours' Sustainable Development Goals.

Indian thali meal

We advocate for responsible travel, and urge one and all to become responsible travelers.
Please check the following page for details.
http://jtbgmt.com/en/g-web/sdgs
  • Tour Overview
Req. to Run Tour
2guest(s)
Req. per Booking
2guest(s)
Departs
Hokkaido
Guide Service
Not Available
Tour Guide/Conductor Language
English
Audio Guide
Not Available
Meeting Place/Time
10:05 Meet in front of Sapporo TV Tower (in front of 1F elevator/artwork object showing the date)
Included
Lunch charges; Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour; Accompanying English-speaking assistant fee
Not Included
Drink charges during lunch
  • Remarks
Remarks
Planning Company: JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.                                 

       Address: 2-3-14 Higashi Shinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo                                 

    Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agent (No. 1723)

A member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents
[Reception Method]

At reception, please show the reservation confirmation sheet or e-mail (printout/digital copy on mobile device) to staff.
[Cancellation Charge]

Cancellation fees will be charged from 10 days in advance.
[Operation Conditions/Tour Conditions]

- If the minimum number of participants (2) is not met by 4 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date may be canceled.

- 1 tour consists of 2 to 8 customers.

- The last reception day (reservation deadline) is 30 days prior to the tour.

- If the tour is canceled, customers will be notified by the conducting company or their travel agent.

- The itinerary displayed on the booking screen is the final itinerary. A copy of the final itinerary will not be sent to participants.

- Cancellation may occur due to traffic obstruction caused by heavy snowfall or inclement weather in Sapporo City and Otaru City.

- For requests regarding tours where answers from the tour operator are required in advance, please input in the Remarks field and contact the tour operator.
[Exemptions/Itinerary Guarantee: Itinerary/Destinations]

- 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.

*Please note that interviews and filming may be taking place during the visit.

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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.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals]

- For lunch, an Indian thali set menu will be served.

- For those who would like the Hokkaido specialty soup curry lunch, please book the course with soup curry lunch instead (Tour Code: HG007S). However, vegetarian options are not available for the soup curry lunch. For vegetarian customers, please book this course.

- On the day of the tour, customers cannot change to the course with soup curry lunch.

- The dining venue will be the same dining facility as that for the course with soup curry meal (HG007S).

- 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. Please check the following for menu details.

Standard Thali Menu:

3 kinds of curry (mixed vegetable curry, saag chicken curry, chicken keema curry), seekh kebab, tandoori chicken leg, turmeric rice, naan, 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, roti

- The children's menu is a fixed menu featuring a mild curry with chicken and egg, naan, turmeric rice, dessert, and orange juice.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Vehicle]

Depending on the number of tour participants, transportation to be used may be other than a large bus (mid-size bus, small bus, hired car, etc.).


One of the following:

Sapporo MK; Sapporo Daiichi Kotsu; RNS; With You Kanko
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Tour Recommendations]

After participating on this tour, joining the Asahidake & Biei Tour is recommended (Tour Code: HG001S).

Transfer Example (if staying in Sapporo): 07:13 depart from Sapporo Station (JR Limited Express Lilac 3) – 08:40 arrive at Asahikawa Station (at 09:00 Asahikawa Station North Exit (East Side), meet in front of Tourist Information Center)

*The above departure and arrival times are subject to change depending on timetable revisions. Please be sure to check the most up-to-date timetables prior to travel.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Children/Infants]

Young children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but hired car seats will not be provided. Children requiring seats must be booked under the child rate. If there are more than 2 young children not booked under the child rate for each adult or child customer, hired car seats are required for the 3rd child onward. Please book them under the child rate.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Language Support]

Assistant Language Support: English - The tour is accompanied by a English-speaking assistant.

*Drivers do not work as guides.
[Important Notes/Supplements: Meeting/Pick-up/Pick-up Location]

10:05 Meet in front of Sapporo TV Tower (in front of 1F elevator/artwork object showing the date)

Address: 1 Odorinishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido

Access: immediately accessible from Exit 27 of Odori Station (Sapporo Municipal Subway)

      15 min on foot from JR Sapporo Station
[Important Notes/Supplements: What to Wear/Bring]

- 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.

In the event that a bus company not listed in the Remarks/Important Notes will be used, customers will receive a separate confirmation document via email at least 1 day in advance.

Booking

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Payment in Advance Total
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  • Itinerary

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DayTimeDurationItineraryItinerary Details/Special ItemsTransportationMeal
StartEnd(min)
110:0510:15Meet in front of Sapporo TV Tower
(in front of 1F elevator)
Meet under the Sapporo TV Tower in front of the 1F elevator/artwork object showing the date.
Meet at 10:05, Dep. at 10:15

Address: 1 Odorinishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido
Access: immediately accessible from Exit 27 of Odori Station (Sapporo Municipal Subway)
      15 min on foot from JR Sapporo Station
140Sapporo Short Stopover
Sapporo TV Tower, Susukino Crossing (Nikka Whisky Billboard)
The hired car will make brief stops so customers can feel free to take photos of Sapporo's landmark, the Sapporo TV Tower, and the huge Nikka Whisky billboard symbolizing the Susukino crossing. Customers can enjoy taking photos, etc. In this area, retro trams can also be seen. The nostalgic trams running through the urban landscape represents an attractive aspect of Sapporo.Hired car
140TransferTake the hired car to Takino Reien.Hired car
1Former Hokkaido Government Office (drive-by)A historical building constructed during the Meiji period (1868-1912), characterized by beautiful red brick architecture in American Neo-Baroque style. For many years, it has functioned as the administrative center of Hokkaido, and is now gaining popularity as a sightseeing spot. This is an important place where visitors can feel the history and culture of Hokkaido.Hired car
1Toyohira River (drive-by)With a total length of 72.5 km, this river flows north to south through Sapporo City, and has been closely related to the lives of citizens. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the season. Along the river, walkways and parks have been developed, becoming a place of relaxation for citizens. Salmon swimming upstream can even be seen in this nature-rich river.Hired car
111:3512:2045Takino Reien (Hill of the Buddha)Behold the Moai statues lining the entrance to the Hill of the Buddha, and delight in the sight of this famous photogenic spot where from afar, only the head of the Buddha statue can be seen peeking out. As it is surrounded by lavender, the best time to visit is mid- to late July when lavender is in full bloom. Mid- to late October, when the autumn leaves are beautiful, is also a recommended time for visiting.
While Takino Reien serves as a sightseeing spot, it is also a sacred place as it is a cemetery.
Please be sure to read the important points listed above in the [Exemptions/Itinerary Guarantee: Itinerary/Destinations].
140TransferTake the hired car to the lunch venue.Hired car
113:0014:0060LunchAn Indian thali meal will be served.
Vegetarian option also available.
*Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals].
Lunch
165TransferTake a hired car to Sapporo Station, then from there, take a train to Otaru Station.
After leaving Sapporo City, the tracks run along the coastline, offering refreshing views and a feeling of being right over the sea. On clear days, islands in the distance can be seen, and there are many scenic viewpoints.
Please be at the meet-up 15 minutes before the Otaru Canal Cruise.
Hired car/Train/On foot
115:3016:1040Otaru Canal CruiseTake an approximately 40-minute cruise along the Otaru Canal where the air is filled with a retro atmosphere. Enjoy a leisurely cruise while appreciating the scenery of Otaru, and see stone warehouses and historical buildings up close.
115TransferFrom the Otaru Canal cruise, walk to Otaru Sakaimachi Street.On Foot
195Otaru Sakaimachi Street (Free Time Sightseeing)Take a pleasant stroll along the Otaru Sakaimachi Street lined with retro stone buildings. Enjoy seeing the Hokkaido Digital Museum, Stained Glass Museum, the Former Nippon Yusen Otaru Branch, the Otaru Music Box Museum, and the Otaru Shussemae Hiroba.
175TransferWalk to Otaru Station, then from there, take a train to Sapporo Station.Train/On Foot
119:15Arrive at Sapporo Station, Tour EndsPlease head to your next destination on your own after arriving at Sapporo Station.
  • Itinerary

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DayTimeDurationItineraryItinerary Details/Special ItemsTransportationMeal
StartEnd(min)
110:0510:15Meet in front of Sapporo TV Tower
(in front of 1F elevator)
Meet under the Sapporo TV Tower in front of the 1F elevator/artwork object showing the date.
Meet at 10:05, Dep. at 10:15

Address: 1 Odorinishi, Chuo-ku, Sapporo-shi, Hokkaido
Access: immediately accessible from Exit 27 of Odori Station (Sapporo Municipal Subway)
      15 min on foot from JR Sapporo Station
140Sapporo Short Stopover
Sapporo TV Tower, Susukino Crossing (Nikka Whisky Billboard)
The hired car will make brief stops so customers can feel free to take photos of Sapporo's landmark, the Sapporo TV Tower, and the huge Nikka Whisky billboard symbolizing the Susukino crossing. Customers can enjoy taking photos, etc. In this area, retro trams can also be seen. The nostalgic trams running through the urban landscape represents an attractive aspect of Sapporo.Hired car
140TransferTake the hired car to Takino Reien.Hired car
1Former Hokkaido Government Office (drive-by)A historical building constructed during the Meiji period (1868-1912), characterized by beautiful red brick architecture in American Neo-Baroque style. For many years, it has functioned as the administrative center of Hokkaido, and is now gaining popularity as a sightseeing spot. This is an important place where visitors can feel the history and culture of Hokkaido.Hired car
1Toyohira River (drive-by)With a total length of 72.5 km, this river flows north to south through Sapporo City, and has been closely related to the lives of citizens. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the season. Along the river, walkways and parks have been developed, becoming a place of relaxation for citizens. Salmon swimming upstream can even be seen in this nature-rich river.Hired car
111:3512:2045Takino Reien (Hill of the Buddha)Behold the Moai statues lining the entrance to the Hill of the Buddha, and delight in the sight of this famous photogenic spot where from afar, only the head of the Buddha statue can be seen peeking out. As it is surrounded by lavender, the best time to visit is mid- to late July when lavender is in full bloom. Mid- to late October, when the autumn leaves are beautiful, is also a recommended time for visiting.
While Takino Reien serves as a sightseeing spot, it is also a sacred place as it is a cemetery.
Please be sure to read the important points listed above in the [Exemptions/Itinerary Guarantee: Itinerary/Destinations].
140TransferTake the hired car to the lunch venue.Hired car
113:0014:0060LunchAn Indian thali meal will be served.
Vegetarian option also available.
*Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals].
Lunch
165TransferTake a hired car to Sapporo Station, then from there, take a train to Otaru Station.
After leaving Sapporo City, the tracks run along the coastline, offering refreshing views and a feeling of being right over the sea. On clear days, islands in the distance can be seen, and there are many scenic viewpoints.
Please be at the meet-up 15 minutes before the Otaru Canal Cruise.
Hired car/Train/On foot
115:3016:1040Otaru Canal CruiseTake an approximately 40-minute cruise along the Otaru Canal where the air is filled with a retro atmosphere. Enjoy a leisurely cruise while appreciating the scenery of Otaru, and see stone warehouses and historical buildings up close.
115TransferFrom the Otaru Canal cruise, walk to Otaru Sakaimachi Street.On Foot
195Otaru Sakaimachi Street (Free Time Sightseeing)Take a pleasant stroll along the Otaru Sakaimachi Street lined with retro stone buildings. Enjoy seeing the Hokkaido Digital Museum, Stained Glass Museum, the Former Nippon Yusen Otaru Branch, the Otaru Music Box Museum, and the Otaru Shussemae Hiroba.
175TransferWalk to Otaru Station, then from there, take a train to Sapporo Station.Train/On Foot
119:15Arrive at Sapporo Station, Tour EndsPlease head to your next destination on your own after arriving at Sapporo Station.

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