About Cancellation

8 - 20 days prior to the departure date of the tour 20%
2 - 7 days prior to the departure date of the tour 30%
the day immediately before the departure date of the tour 40%
before the departure time on the departure date of the tour 50%
after the departure time or no cancellation notice is received 100%
8 - 20 days prior to the departure date of the tour 20%
2 - 7 days prior to the departure date of the tour 30%
the day immediately before the departure date of the tour 40%
before the departure time on the departure date of the tour 50%
after the departure time or no cancellation notice is received 100%

SUNRISE TOURS JTB

Two Studio Ghibli features to enjoy in Japan

PLAN

3-Day World Natural Heritage Shiretoko Adventure Tour

  • Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Aurora

  • Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Aurora

  • Shiretoko Goko Lakes

  • Shiretoko Goko Lakes

  • Oshinkoshin Waterfall

  • Tour Details

1. Enjoy seeing an abundance of flora and fauna at the Shiretoko Mountain Range and Shiretoko Goko Lakes. The English-speaking guide will explain rules to follow in natural areas on this tour that lets customers gain a deeper understanding and peace of mind.
2. On a 90-minute cruise aboard the Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Aurora, relish Mother Nature to the fullest, taking in the sight of cliffs, sea caves, the Shiretoko Mountain Range, and refreshing waterfalls.
3. An English-speaking guide accompanies this tour. Discover not just basic information, but also in-depth explanations of the history and characteristics of each sightseeing spot. With an accompanying National Government Licensed Guide Interpreter throughout the entire itinerary, customers will be able to gain a deeper insight into Shiretoko's beautiful scenery and culture.
4. Bookings start from 2 customers. (Max. 3 customers in 1 tour)

This tour promotes Environment(Eco)-friendly efforts as stated under Sunrise Tours' Sustainable Development Goals. 
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
Adventure Tourism: This is a Sunrise Tours Adventure Tourism product featuring three elements: activity, nature, and cultural experience.

  • Tour Overview
Req. to Run Tour
2guest(s)
Req. per Booking
2guest(s)
Departs
Hokkaido
Guide Service
English
Tour Guide/Conductor Language
Not Available
Audio Guide
Not Available
Tangential multilingual assistant or multilingual reception accepted
Not Available
Meeting Place/Time
Front Desk ofHotel in Shiretoko / Day2 9:20
Included
Accommodation charge; Day 1 Dinner; Day 2 Breakfast & Dinner; Day 3 Breakfast; Hired car fare during the tour; National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee; Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship boarding fare
Not Included
Day 1 Lunch; Day 2 Lunch; Day 3 Lunch & Dinner
  • 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

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

[Cancellation Charge]
-2025 Cancellation fees will be charged from 10 days in advance.

[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.
Please adhere to the following etiquette in Shiretoko Goko Lakes:
1. Do not feed wild animals.
2. Take your trash back with you. Do not litter.
3. Do not cook or eat in the area.
4. Do not smoke.
5. To avoid trampling on the marsh and plant life, stay on the boardwalk and do not take breaks partway.
6. Do not bring Invasive species.(Bringing in pets is not allowed.)
7. Do not fly drones.

[Important Notes/Supplements: What to Wear/Bring]
- Please participate wearing clothes and shoes which are easily to move around in. Using a backpack, sling bag, or other bags
that keep the hands free is recommended.
- Please avoid bringing food as well as drinks with a sweet smell or sugar content as they may attract brown bears and bees.
Water and tea are allowed.
- The tour will proceed in case of light rain. Please bring rain wear just in case.
- As there may be a lot of mosquitoes in June to August, bringing an insect repellent is recommended.

[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Meals]
- On Day 2, customers will have their own lunch (meal charges not included in the tour). Enjoy lunch at the Utoro Shirietoku
Roadside Station, located adjacent to the fishing port boasting Japan's largest catch of salmon.

[Important Notes/Supplements: Accommodation Information]
While requests for non-smoking rooms and Double rooms are accepted, requests may not be accommodated depending on the
hotel. Thank you for your understanding.
Also, children sharing beds with adults are limited to 1 child per bed.
Shiretoko Accommodation: Kitakobushi Shiretoko Hotel & Resort
Address: 172 Utoro Higashi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido
Tel.: 0152-24-2021
Website: https://www.shiretoko.co.jp/en/
Guestroom Type: Modern Japanese-style Twin room (Annex)
Check-in Time:15:00 Check-out Time: 11:00
Access to Hotel:5 min on foot from Utoro Onsen Bus Terminal (approx. 1 hour by route bus from Shiretoko-Shari Station)

[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Vehicle]
*Depending on the number of tour participants, transportation to be used may be other than a hired car (passenger vehicle, van,
minivan), a large bus (mid-size bus, small bus), or a taxi.
One of the following:
Shari Hire, Abashiri Hire

[Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Tour Recommendations]
Before participating on this tour, joining the Asahidake & Biei Tour is recommended (Tour Code: HG001S).
Transfer Example (Day after Asahidake/Biei Tour): 8:31 Dep. Asahikawa Station (JR Limited Express Okhotsk No. 1) ー 12:12
Arr. Abashiri Station ー 15:10 Dep. Abashiri Station (JR Senmo Main Line) ー 15:54 Arr. Shiretoko-Shari Station ー 16:00 Dep.
Shari Bus Terminal (Shiretoko Line Shari Bus bound for Utoro Onsen Bus Terminal via Shari Chugakko) ー 16:50 Arr. Utoro
Onsen Bus Terminal ー 5 min walk to Kitakobushi Shiretoko Hotel & Resort
After participating on this tour, joining the Lake Akan & Kushiro Tour is recommended (Tour Code: HG003S).
Transfer Example (Day after Shiretoko Tour): 9:30 Dep. Utoro Onsen Bus Terminal (Shiretoko Line Shari Bus bound for Shari
Onsen Bus Terminal via Shari Chugakko) ー 10:40 Arr. Shari Bus Terminal ー 11:11 Dep. Shiretoko-Shari Station (JR Rapid
Shiretoko-Mashu) ー 13:34 Arr. Kushiro Station ー 14:50 Dep. Kushiro Ekimae Bus Terminal (Akan Line Akan Bus bound for Lake
Akan Bus Center) ー 16:50 Arr. Lake Akan Bus Center ー 15 min walk to Yuku no Sato Tsuruga
*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.

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

  • 2025
  • Seats available
  • Few seats available
  • Not available
  • Requests Accepted
Number of stocks
Request date

Price (per person)
Adults (12-99)
JPY
children (6-11)
JPY
Infants (0-5)
JPY
Number of People
Adults
Children
Infants

Payment in Advance Total
JPY
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  • Itinerary

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【DAY1】Arrive at Hotel in Shiretoko

Free time after arrival. *There is no accompanying guide on Day 1. Customers are to make their own way. *Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Accommodation Information].

Stay at Hotel in Shiretoko

夕食
09:20 - 09:30

【DAY2】Meet at Front Desk of Hotel in Shiretoko

The guide will be waiting for customers. Please be at the meeting location at least 10 minutes before departure. 9:20 Meet-up - Please participate on the day wearing clothes and shoes which are easily to move around in. - Please avoid bringing food as well as drinks with a sweet smell or sugar content as they may attract brown bears and bees. Water and tea are allowed. *Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: What to Wear/Bring].

朝食
09:30 - 10:00

(30分)

Transfer

ハイヤー
10:00 - 11:30

(90分)

Hiking at Shiretoko Goko Lakes (Elevated Wooden Path Course)

Lake Ichiko can be reached using the elevated wooden path, which has a total length of about 800 m. It is safe as there is a surrounding electric fence (7,000 V). Enjoy admiring magnificent nature. Please adhere to the following etiquette in Shiretoko Goko Lakes: 1. Do not feed wild animals. 2. Take your trash back with you. Do not litter. 3. Do not cook or eat in the area. 4. Do not smoke. 5. To avoid trampling on the marsh and plant life, stay on the boardwalk and do not take breaks partway. 6. Do not bring Invasive species.(Bringing in pets is not allowed.) 7. Do not fly drones.

11:30 - 12:00

(30分)

Transfer

ハイヤー
12:00 - 13:15

(75分)

Utoro Shirietoku Roadside Station

Participants are free to have their own lunch (lunch not included in the tour). Located next to a fishing port boasting Japan's largest catch of salmon, this place has many shops offering plenty of local specialties.

昼食
13:15 - 13:30

Transfer

ハイヤー
13:30 - 14:00

(30分)

Oshinkoshin Waterfall

With a drop of about 80 meters, this is Shiretoko's largest waterfall. The Okhotsk Sea and Shiretoko Mountain Range can be seen from the observation deck at the top of the falls.

14:00 - 14:15

(15分)

Transfer

14:45 - 16:15

(90分)

Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Aurora

Take in the breathtaking sight of cliffs, sea caves, and the Shiretoko Mountain Range while heading towards Kamuiwakka Hot Falls.

16:15 - 16:25

(10分)

Transfer

- 16:25

Tour Ends at Utoro Bus Terminal

Please head to the hotel in Shiretoko on your own. *5 min on foot

Stay at Hotel in Shiretoko

夕食

【DAY3】Free time all day

Please check out on your own. *After participating on this tour, joining the Lake Akan & Kushiro Tour is recommended (Tour Code: HG003S). Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Tour Recommendations] for details.

朝食
  • Itinerary

The information displayed for this tour is valid for the next possible departure date.
This date was automatically selected. Please select a departure date to show the most accurate information for that date.

【DAY1】Arrive at Hotel in Shiretoko

Free time after arrival. *There is no accompanying guide on Day 1. Customers are to make their own way. *Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Accommodation Information].

Stay at Hotel in Shiretoko

夕食
09:20 - 09:30

【DAY2】Meet at Front Desk of Hotel in Shiretoko

The guide will be waiting for customers. Please be at the meeting location at least 10 minutes before departure. 9:20 Meet-up - Please participate on the day wearing clothes and shoes which are easily to move around in. - Please avoid bringing food as well as drinks with a sweet smell or sugar content as they may attract brown bears and bees. Water and tea are allowed. *Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: What to Wear/Bring].

朝食
09:30 - 10:00

(30分)

Transfer

ハイヤー
10:00 - 11:30

(90分)

Hiking at Shiretoko Goko Lakes (Elevated Wooden Path Course)

Lake Ichiko can be reached using the elevated wooden path, which has a total length of about 800 m. It is safe as there is a surrounding electric fence (7,000 V). Enjoy admiring magnificent nature. Please adhere to the following etiquette in Shiretoko Goko Lakes: 1. Do not feed wild animals. 2. Take your trash back with you. Do not litter. 3. Do not cook or eat in the area. 4. Do not smoke. 5. To avoid trampling on the marsh and plant life, stay on the boardwalk and do not take breaks partway. 6. Do not bring Invasive species.(Bringing in pets is not allowed.) 7. Do not fly drones.

11:30 - 12:00

(30分)

Transfer

ハイヤー
12:00 - 13:15

(75分)

Utoro Shirietoku Roadside Station

Participants are free to have their own lunch (lunch not included in the tour). Located next to a fishing port boasting Japan's largest catch of salmon, this place has many shops offering plenty of local specialties.

昼食
13:15 - 13:30

Transfer

ハイヤー
13:30 - 14:00

(30分)

Oshinkoshin Waterfall

With a drop of about 80 meters, this is Shiretoko's largest waterfall. The Okhotsk Sea and Shiretoko Mountain Range can be seen from the observation deck at the top of the falls.

14:00 - 14:15

(15分)

Transfer

14:45 - 16:15

(90分)

Shiretoko Sightseeing Ship Aurora

Take in the breathtaking sight of cliffs, sea caves, and the Shiretoko Mountain Range while heading towards Kamuiwakka Hot Falls.

16:15 - 16:25

(10分)

Transfer

- 16:25

Tour Ends at Utoro Bus Terminal

Please head to the hotel in Shiretoko on your own. *5 min on foot

Stay at Hotel in Shiretoko

夕食

【DAY3】Free time all day

Please check out on your own. *After participating on this tour, joining the Lake Akan & Kushiro Tour is recommended (Tour Code: HG003S). Please refer to [Important Notes/Supplements: Regarding Tour Recommendations] for details.

朝食

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