Before Niseko is blanketed in snow, the region offers everything that makes Hokkaido’s short autumn so special: crisp blue skies, brilliant fall colors, delicious local cuisine, and relaxing hot springs. Let our sightseeing bus take you into the heart of the Niseko area, where mountains, forests, and crystal-clear streams create some of Hokkaido’s most beautiful landscapes.
About three hours after departing Sapporo, the first stop is Shinsen Marsh. Named for its otherworldly beauty, as if inhabited by gods or immortals, this mystical pond is one of Niseko’s hidden gems. A well-maintained boardwalk leads to the pond, about a 20-minute walk from the parking area. Enjoy the vivid autumn foliage and the pond’s mirror-like reflections of the surrounding scenery.
After your hike, enjoy a hearty Sukiyaki Hot Pot Set featuring herb-fed pork from Makkari Village. Niseko Nook Annupuri, located at the foot of Niseko Annupuri, serves dishes made with carefully selected local ingredients. Raised on herb-enriched feed in neighboring Makkari Village, the pork is known for its sweetness, richness, and exceptional flavor, all of which can be fully appreciated in this warming hot pot meal.
After lunch, enjoy free time in the surrounding area. Nearby attractions include the Niseko Annupuri Gondola, Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha hot spring, and Niseko Distillery. Optional activities include an autumn gondola ride above the colorful landscape, a soak in a hot spring renowned for its skin-beautifying waters, or a tasting of award-winning gin recognized as the world’s best at an international competition. (Gondola operating dates had not yet been determined as of May 25.)
Next, visit Niseko Milk Kobo, located in a scenic setting with views of Mt. Yotei. Famous for its sweets made with fresh milk from the adjacent Takahashi Dairy Farm, the shop offers a tempting selection of soft-serve ice cream, drinkable yogurt, cream puffs, pudding, roll cakes, and more, all highlighting the natural flavor of the milk.
The final stop is Kyogoku Fukidashi Park. Around 80,000 tons of snowmelt from Mt. Yotei gushes from the ground here every day, making it one of Japan’s finest natural spring water sites. The spring has been selected as one of the Ministry of the Environment’s 100 Remarkable Waters of Japan and as a Hokkaido Heritage site. The park features walking trails that make the most of its abundant water and natural surroundings, along with numerous spring water collection points. Visitors can drink the water on-site or take some home, so bringing a bottle or other container is recommended. The adjacent roadside station, Meisui-no-Sato Kyogoku, is also popular for products such as spring water coffee and coffee jelly made with the famous water.
Every stop on this tour showcases the natural beauty of Niseko and the majestic presence of Mt. Yotei. Enjoy Niseko’s fleeting autumn season before the arrival of winter.
R
Niseko Nature Discovery Tour: Hidden Gem Shinsen Marsh, Local Flavors, and Kyogoku’s Famous Spring Water (Excluding Multilingual Audio System)
| Operation Period | Sep 26 - Oct 25, 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 9 hours 56 min |
Distance | 231km |
| Embarkation Point/Departure and Arrival Times | |||
| Sapporo Station / Dep. 8:00, Arr. 17:56 |
|||
| Adult |
9,100yen |
|---|---|
| Child |
6,100yen |
*Iunch included.
Spectacular scenery, delicious local cuisine, and exciting activities. Experience the very best of Niseko in autumn.
Shinsen Marsh
Shinsen Marsh
Shinsen Marsh
Niseko Annupuri Gondola
Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha
Niseko Distillery
Niseko Milk Kobo
Kyogoku Fukidashi Park
Kyogoku Fukidashi Park
Itinerary
| 8:00 | Sapporo Station |
|---|---|
| Via Sapporo-Kita IC and Yoichi IC | |
| 9:17～9:35 | Kinoko Oukoku Niki Store (rest stop) [Approx. 15 min.] |
| Niseko Panorama Line (viewed from the bus) | |
| 10:45～11:40 | ※① Shinsen Marsh (free time to explore) [Approx. 55 min.] |
| 12:10～12:45 | ※② Niseko Nook Annupuri (lunch), optional: Niseko Annupuri Gondola [Approx. 35 min.] |
| 12:50～13:45 | ※③ Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha, ※④ Niseko Distillery (free time to explore) [Approx. 55 min.] |
| 13:50 | Final departure from Niseko Nook Annupuri |
| 14:05～14:35 | Niseko Milk Kobo (shopping and free time) [Approx. 30 min.] |
| 15:10～15:40 | Kyogoku Fukidashi Park (free time to explore) [Approx. 30 min.] |
| 16:20～16:35 | Nakayama Pass (rest stop) [Approx. 15 min.] |
| 17:00 | Jozankei Onsen (drop-off available) |
| 17:20 | APA Hotel & Resort Sapporo (Kawazoe 5-jo 2-chome bus stop, drop-off available) |
| 17:35 | Sapporo Park Hotel (Hotel Lifort Sapporo, drop-off available) |
| 17:37 | HOTEL MYSTAYS PREMIER Sapporo Park (drop-off available) |
| 17:38 | Jasmac Plaza Hotel (drop-off available)） |
| 17:40 | Susukino (Minami 4-jo) (drop-off available) |
| 17:45 | Sapporo Clock Tower (drop-off available) |
| 17:56 | Sapporo Station |
- ※①Shinsen Marsh becomes quite cold from late September through October. Please wear warm clothing and comfortable walking shoes. The boardwalk can become extremely slippery during rain or snowfall, so please take extra care while walking.
- ※②Free time follows lunch at Niseko Nook Annupuri. On days when the Niseko Annupuri Gondola is operating, passengers may ride it as an optional activity (Adults ¥1,450, Children ¥720 with presentation of the sightseeing bus ticket stub). Guests wishing to ride the gondola should make their own way to the gondola station, approximately a 3-minute walk from Niseko Nook Annupuri, and return to Niseko Nook Annupuri by the 13:50 departure time. (Guests riding the Niseko Annupuri Gondola will not be able to visit Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha or Niseko Distillery.)
- ※③Guests may use the hot spring baths at Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha at a discounted rate of ¥600 for adults and ¥300 for children upon presentation of their sightseeing bus ticket stub (regular admission: Adults ¥1,200, Children ¥600). The spring waters are rich in minerals said to promote healthy skin, making it the perfect place to relax after your hike.
- ※④Niseko Distillery is approximately a 3-minute walk from Ikoi no Yuyado Iroha. The guide will accompany guests part of the way, and a map will also be provided.
Meals
Niseko Nook Annupuri / Sukiyaki Hot Pot Set
Enjoy juicy, high-quality herb-fed pork from Makkari Village, known for its rich sweetness, in a sukiyaki-style hot pot.
[Contents]
· Sukiyaki hot pot (herb-fed pork from Makkari Village, napa cabbage, chrysanthemum greens, long onions, enoki mushrooms, shirataki noodles, shiitake mushrooms, Hokkaido eggs)
· Seasonal side dish
· Rice (Niseko-grown Yumepirika)
· Clear broth soup
· Pickles
*Menu and ingredients may change depending on availability.
*Vegetarian option available as a vegetable tempura set (advance notice required).
Schedule Calendar
| SUN | MON | TUE | WED | THU | FRI | SAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | |
| 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
| 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 |
| 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 |
| 28 | 29 | 30 | ||||
※Colored days are operating days.
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.
※The Hokkaido Chuo Bus [Regular Sightseeing Bus] runs in the Central Hokkaido area.
