2027 Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival in Hokkaido

3.9(14)5 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Tour&Charter International

About this activity

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Hokkaido's winter on an unforgettable evening tour to the Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival!

Discover a spectacular world of ice and light, where towering ice sculptures made from the pristine waters of Lake Shikotsu come alive with dazzling colorful illuminations. As night falls, the entire festival transforms into a magical frozen paradise, offering incredible photo opportunities and a truly unique winter experience.

Spend approximately two hours exploring the illuminated ice sculptures at your own pace, soaking in the enchanting atmosphere. Festival admission is already included in the tour price, so you can simply relax and enjoy the experience.

Departing conveniently from Sapporo with comfortable round-trip bus transportation, this magical evening adventure is the perfect way to create unforgettable memories of Hokkaido's winter wonderland!

What's included

✓Round-trip reserved seats:
✓Ice Festival admission fee

Meeting and pickup

Meet in the hotel lobby on the first floor. A staff member will call your name. (Please note that this meeting place is also used by other tours.)
Meet in the hotel lobby on the first floor. A staff member will call your name. (Please note that this meeting place is also used by other tours.)

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour does not include sightseeing guides and will be conducted in Japanese.
Buses may be delayed due to traffic congestion and adverse weather, so please allow ample time for transfer to other means of transportation.
Infants aged 2 and under are free if they do not require a bus seat (please note in the comments section when booking that a child aged 2 and under will be traveling with you to confirm this). If a bus seat is required, a child fare will be charged.
Tour times are subject to change depending on road conditions, etc.
Please note that there may be some delays in arrival due to road conditions. In addition, in the event of bad weather, the tour may be forced to be canceled on the day.
If you are not present by the departure time, we will not wait for you and will not provide refunds.
Return time is around 21:30
There will be no sightseeing explanations during the tour. If you require English assistance during the tour, we will use simple language or an interpreter.
If you are visiting Sapporo, Hokkaido, please do not book this activity for the final day of your trip. (Please note that no compensation will be provided in the event of a bus delay.)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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