Autumn Hoheikyo, Red Leaves Gondola and Exploring Otaru Tour (Excluding Multilingual Audio System)
Operation Days 
Oct 1 - Oct 20, 2026
Duration
9 hours and 46 min
Distance
218km
Embarkation Point/Dep and Arv Times
Sapporo Station/ Dep 8:10 Arr 17:56
Fare
Adults
JPY 7,400
Children
JPY 3,800
*Includes round-trip fare on the Hoheikyo Electric Bus and round-trip fare on the Autumn Foliage Gondola.
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Discover Sapporo's spectacular autumn colors, nostalgic Otaru, and Shiroi Koibito Park!
As autumn deepens, the Jozankei area transforms into one of Sapporo’s most spectacular fall foliage destinations. Admire vibrant crimson and brilliant gold landscapes from prime viewing spots at a scenic dam and soaring gondola, making this the perfect tour to experience the beauty of autumn in all its glory.
Hoheikyo Dam is both a vital water source for Sapporo and one of the region’s most impressive scenic landmarks. Steep rocky cliffs, brilliantly colored autumn forests, and the dam’s graceful arch combine to create a truly breathtaking panorama. If you’re lucky, you may even spot a vivid rainbow forming in the mist of the dam’s water discharge.
Next, enjoy an aerial stroll aboard the gondola at Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort. The colorful mountain slopes spreading out below offer a completely different kind of beauty from Hoheikyo, resembling a grand autumn picture scroll. Take in the magnificent scenery painted by nature at your leisure.
After traveling through the mountains, you’ll arrive in charming and nostalgic Otaru, where you’ll have free time to explore. Stroll along Otaru Canal, browse the many shops lining Sakaimachi Street, including Kitaichi Glass, the Otaru Music Box Museum, Kitakaro, and the Nitori Museum of Art, and enjoy local specialties wherever you wish.
To conclude the journey, visit Shiroi Koibito Park※, Hokkaido’s famous confectionery theme park. Highlights include its beautiful English garden and the delightful mechanical clock tower parade that takes place every hour.
*Admission to paid areas is optional.　
Experience the vibrant yet delicate beauty of autumn created by Hokkaido’s dramatic temperature changes. Enjoy these unforgettable seasonal landscapes on a relaxed and comfortable sightseeing bus tour.
8:10
Depart Sapporo Station

Via the right bank of the Toyohira River and National Route 230
9:18～10:30
Hoheikyo Gorge (transfer to the Electric Bus, free time to explore) [Approx. 1 hr. 10 min]

Via Prefectural Route 1, passing Jozankei Dam and Lake Sapporo (viewed from the bus)
11:05～12:25

*① Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (round-trip Autumn Foliage Gondola ride and free time) [Approx. 1 hr. 20 min.]

Via Asari Sky Loop (viewed from the bus), Asari IC, and Otaru IC
13:10～15:40

Otaru Canal Terminal (free time to explore Otaru Canal, Kitaichi Glass, Otaru Music Box Museum, Kitakaro, Nitori Museum of Art, etc.; free lunch) [Approx. 2 hr. 30 min.]

Via Otaru IC and Sapporo-Nishi IC
16:15～17:15

*② Shiroi Koibito Park (free sightseeing and shopping; factory tour and paid facilities are optional) [Approx. 60 min.]
17:30
Kita 1-jo Nishi 12-chome (drop-off available)
17:40
Kita 1-jo Nishi 4-chome (drop-off available)
17:45
Sapporo Clock Tower (drop-off available)
17:56
Sapporo Station
  • ※① If the Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort Autumn Foliage Gondola is not operating, the equivalent gondola fare will be refunded at Otaru Station Terminal. The tour will operate on the shortened schedule below.
11:05～11:25
*① Sapporo Kokusai Ski Resort (rest stop) [Approx. 20 min.]

Via Asari Sky Loop (viewed from the bus), Asari IC, and Otaru IC
12:10～12:30
Otaru Station Terminal (refund of gondola fare)
12:40～15:10

Otaru Canal Terminal (free time to explore Otaru Canal, Kitaichi Glass, Otaru Music Box Museum, Kitakaro, Nitori Museum of Art, etc.; free lunch) [Aprox. 2 hr. 30 min.]

Via Otaru IC and Sapporo-Nishi IC
15:45～16:45

*② Shiroi Koibito Park (free sightseeing and shopping; factory tour and paid facilities are optional) [Approx. 60 min.]
17:00
Kita 1-jo Nishi 12-chome (drop-off available)
17:10
Kita 1-jo Nishi 4-chome (drop-off available)
17:15
Sapporo Clock Tower (drop-off available)
17:26
Sapporo Station
  • ※② Admission to the factory tour and paid attractions at Shiroi Koibito Park is optional and payable on-site (¥1,200 for high school students and above, ¥600 for children aged 4 through junior high school, free for children aged 3 and under). Admission to the paid area is accepted until 16:30 (the park closes at 17:30). If delays prevent arrival before 16:30, entry to the paid area will not be available.
Special Notes
※This tour will be canceled if no reservations are received by 18:00 on the previous day.
※Duration of sightseeing may be changed due to the traffic and the number of passengers
※Arrival time will be earlier than scheduled time due to the holiday break or the restriction condition of the facility.
※Please allow enough time for transfer to the other modes of transport, because buses may be delayed due to the traffic jams or adverse weather conditions.
※Tours may be cancelled due to a disaster (road closure due to marathon race) etc. Please contact us and check the situation with the tour in the event of abnormal weather.
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