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2026 Hoshinoya Tomamu Resorts, Ice Village, and Drift Ice Breaker Tour | 3-Day Package Including Hotel

Japan | Hokkaido |

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Language： Japanese

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Tour Overview

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Hokkaido Abashiri 3-Day Icebreaker Tour: Board a Hokkaido icebreaker and stay at a luxury hot spring hotel

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Enjoy a relaxing Hokkaido icebreaker trip with a bus transfer throughout the trip

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Enjoy a relaxing Hokkaido icebreaker trip with a bus transfer throughout the trip

Experience five stunning winter-only sights amidst the silvery white of Hokkaido! This tour takes you aboard the icebreaker "Orora" to traverse the drift ice, step onto the frozen surface of Lake Akan, admire the dancing red-crowned cranes, and stay at a popular hot spring ryokan and the dreamy Hoshinoya Resort "TOMAMU." Combining natural wonders with comfortable accommodations, this itinerary allows travelers to fully experience the romance of Hokkaido's winter.

- About the Itinerary | Hokkaido's Five Stunning Winter Scenery Tour |

Highlights
▲ Ride the drift icebreaker "Orora" and traverse the vast expanse of drift ice fields.

▲ Visit Tsurumidai to observe red-crowned cranes and capture precious wildlife moments.

▲ Stroll across the frozen Lake Akan and experience the wonders of the ice, a winter-only spectacle.

▲ Stay at a hot spring hotel in Lake Abashiri and Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU for a luxurious stay.

▲ Visit the dreamy "Ice Village" and "Mist Ice Terrace" at night to experience the ultimate romance of a Hokkaido winter night.

▲ Drift icebreaker "Orora"
The winter-only icebreaker "Orora" sails the waters of Abashiri, guiding travelers through the ice-covered Sea of Okhotsk. The boat's hull breaks through the thick white drift ice, emitting a deep roar that brings you up close to the power and awe of nature. From the deck, the vast expanse of ice and the azure sky intertwine to create a magnificent spectacle. With luck, you might even spot seals or seabirds nesting among them.

A friendly reminder: Drift ice is a natural phenomenon and may not be visible depending on weather, currents, and wind direction. However, flights will continue to operate as usual. Thank you for your understanding.

▲ Lake Akan
Lake Akan, located in Eastern Hokkaido, freezes completely in winter, transforming into a shimmering ice field. Visitors can stroll and take photos on the lake, feeling as if they were walking on a transparent mirror. This fleeting spectacle, only available once a year, is surrounded by mountains and the snowy landscape is picturesque. Ice festivals and fireworks displays often take place on the lakeside at night, adding to the dazzling beauty of the winter nights.

Highlight: Stepping onto the frozen lake to take photos and admire the pristine white snowfield is a truly magical experience at Lake Akan in winter.

▲ Tsurumidai
Tsurumidai, located in the Kushiro Wetlands, is a prime habitat for Japan's national treasure, the red-crowned crane. Every winter, large numbers of cranes flock to the area in search of warmth and food, creating a spectacular natural spectacle. From the observation deck, guests can admire their graceful movements and soaring wings.

Please note: Red-crowned cranes are wild animals, so in poor weather or due to changes in migration patterns, you may not be able to see them.

▲ Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU The Tower
Spend your second night at the dreamy Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU, enjoying a luxurious resort atmosphere surrounded by snowy scenery. Guests can use a 2,500 yen meal voucher to dine at a restaurant of their choice within the resort. In the evening, visit the winter-only "Ice Village" to admire a magical town made of ice and snow, enjoy ice desserts and drinks, and watch a fireworks display (weather permitting).
Friendly reminder: Temperatures can reach as low as -30°C, so please prepare warm clothing.

▲ Ice Terrace (Unkai Gondola)
Take the Unkai Gondola to the Ice Terrace early in the morning and admire the dreamlike scenery of mist and ice crystals intertwined from high above. Gazing at the intertwined landscape of snow-capped mountains and a sea of clouds, it feels like stepping into a fairytale. This is one of TOMAMU's most iconic winter experiences.
Friendly reminder: Ice frost is a natural phenomenon. In bad weather or strong winds, the gondola may be suspended. No refunds or replacement tickets will be offered in the event of a suspension.

Night 1: Hotel Abashirikoso

・Featuring a large public bath and open-air bath overlooking Lake Abashiri

・Dinner featuring Eastern Hokkaido specialties such as crab legs and Okhotsk hot pot

Night 2: Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU The Tower

・A large resort located at the foot of Mount Akan

・Use a 2,500 yen meal voucher for unlimited dining at the resort

・Unlimited access to the resort's "Ice Village" and "Ice Terrace," both limited-time winter attractions.

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$ AUD 649.3 up

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$ AUD 631.9 up

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Activity process

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Day 1 | Hokkaido Abashiri Icebreaker 3-Day Itinerary

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Meet up at 08:10 / Depart at 08:20 Sapporo Station North Exit Group Bus Stop

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Kitami (Seafood rice bowl lunch/approximately 50 minutes)

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Roadside Station/Drift Ice Road Abashiri

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Ride the Aurora drift ice boat (60 minutes)

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Stay at Abashiri Lakeside Hot Spring Hotel - Hotel Abashirikoso. ※Dinner includes a Japanese meal of snow crab legs and Okhotsk fish hot pot. Enjoy the hot spring baths.

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Day 2: Hokkaido Abashiri Icebreaker 3-Day Itinerary

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Departure from Abashiri Lakeside Hot Springs

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Lake Akan (on the frozen lake surface/approximately 40 minutes)

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Tsurumidai (red-crowned cranes fly here/approximately 20 minutes)

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Kushiro Fukutei (Japanese-style lunch with nigiri sushi/approximately 50 minutes)

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Stay at Hoshino Resorts Tomamu the Tower by Hoshino Resorts ※Dreamy ice street, bar, and fireworks

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※Please use the 2,500 yen coupon for dinner at your favorite restaurant.

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Day 3: Hokkaido Abashiri Icebreaker 3-Day Itinerary

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Take the Unkai Gondola to the Ice Terrace! A mysterious spectacle where ice and nature intertwine.

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Platto Minato Market (lunch at your own expense/approximately 60 minutes)

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New Chitose Airport (booking at 15:00 *only for drop-off)

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Sapporo Station North Exit Group Bus Stop (scheduled at 16:20)

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※ Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes in advance. Latecomers will not be waited for!

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2026 Hoshinoya Tomamu Resorts, Ice Village, and Drift Ice Breaker Tour | 3-Day Package Including Hotel

Travel Notes

[ Booking Notice ]
． Depending on weather conditions, the drift ice may not be visible.
． The price for children aged 3-6 includes only a bus seat (meals and a bed are not included). The bus fare will be charged separately.
． This tour will be shared with Japanese tourists.
． This tour does not include a tour guide, leader, or attraction information service. The meeting time and location will only be notified via a translation app. Please consider this before booking.
． Accommodation

- Night 1: Hotel Abashirikoso, Room: Japanese-Western Style Room (Non-smoking)
- Night 2: Hoshino Resorts Tomamu the Tower by Hoshino Resorts, Room: Western-style Room (Non-smoking: Double or Triple)

[ Tour Notice ]
． This tour requires a minimum of 20 people and a maximum of 46. If a group is not formed, the tour may be rescheduled, the activities may be changed, or a refund may be issued. Please pay attention to phone or email notifications.

· Guests with an odd number of participants may be seated next to other guests.

[Tour Information]
★About Drift Ice
・Drift ice is a natural phenomenon and may not be visible due to weather conditions such as tides and wind direction.
・The tour will proceed regardless of whether drift ice reaches the coast. Cancellation fees will apply if the tour is canceled or changed due to personal reasons.
・Drift ice conditions will not be announced before departure. Please refer to the Japan Meteorological Agency's "Sea Ice Forecast."
・If drift ice cannot be seen on the day of departure, the tour staff will provide alternative options. However, the availability of alternative facilities is subject to itinerary, location, and seasonal restrictions.
・The operation of the drift icebreaker is not directly related to whether drift ice reaches the coast. If there is no drift ice along the route, the tour will continue at sea and no refunds will be given. If the icebreaker boat trip is canceled due to inclement weather or rough seas, we will direct you to another tourist attraction or refund the difference in fare later.

The drift ice walk on this tour is led by a professional guide, who will also assist with photo taking. The total duration is approximately one hour.

Drift ice and animals are part of nature and may be invisible due to currents, wind direction, and environmental factors. Please do not book if this is unacceptable.

The first date of drift ice appearance in previous years is: February 3, 2022, February 5, 2023, January 19, 2024, and February 17, 2025.

The icebreaker boat trip is not necessarily related to drift ice; if the trip is canceled due to inclement weather or high waves, the boat fare will be refunded.

If a passenger leaves the tour mid-trip, it will be deemed as a forfeit and no refund will be given.

Due to force majeure, such as transportation and weather, delays, changes, or cancellations may occur. All expenses for accommodation, meals, and taxis are the responsibility of the passenger. In the event of typhoons, snowstorms, or other weather conditions, cancellations will be decided by 3:00 PM (Japan time) the day before departure and will be notified via email.

Drift ice, fog ice, and red-crowned cranes are natural phenomena and are subject to weather and climate change. Viewing is not guaranteed. Please understand.

Cable car and facility operations: If the Unkai Cable Car or icebreaker is suspended due to weather conditions, no replacement activities or refunds will be offered.

Hokkaido winter temperatures can reach -30°C, so please be sure to wear warm clothing and non-slip shoes.

Depending on traffic and weather conditions, the tour guide may adjust the order of the tour without reducing the main attractions.

Seats in the front three rows of the bus can be reserved for an additional ¥4,500 per person. Limited to 10 seats, reservations must be made five business days prior to departure.

Tour Pricing

The cost includes:

3-day bus fares; 2 nights' accommodations (depending on package); Lunch and dinner on the first and second days; Breakfast on the second and third days; Various experience fees; Consumption tax

The cost does not include:

Any expenses not specified in this itinerary, any self-funded expenses or any expenses incurred in connection with the itinerary

Cancellation Clauses

Cancellations made 21 days prior to the start of the trip will receive a full refund.

Cancellations made 20-8 days (including the 8th day) prior to the start of the trip will incur a 20% handling fee.

Cancellations made 7-2 days (including the 2nd day) prior to the start of the trip will incur a 30% handling fee.

Cancellations made 1 day prior to the start of the trip will incur a 40% handling fee.

Cancellations made on the day of the trip will not receive a refund.

If the event is affected by force majeure (e.g., typhoon warnings, heavy rain alerts, etc.), the organizer will determine whether to cancel the event. A refund may be issued after deducting a 10% handling fee. Alternatively, you may choose to reschedule your participation, in which case no payment will be deducted.

Rescheduling due to personal reasons will be deemed a cancellation and will be handled in accordance with the cancellation policy outlined above.

If you cancel your participation during the event due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, no refund will be given.

Meeting point:

Sapporo Station North Exit Group Bus Stop