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KRW ₩ 35,741.0 up

Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo

Japan | Hokkaido |

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Language: Japanese
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Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
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Tour Overview

Hokkaido East Bus: Explore New Hokkaido Destinations

Abashiri and Monbetsu, two major drift ice scenic areas, run through a road

Daily departures from Lake Akan to Sounkyo, allowing you to easily explore eastern Hokkaido


Quba has launched the Hokkaido East Transportation Bus, departing from Sounkyo to the Shiretoko Peninsula. Traveling in eastern Hokkaido is now easy! No need to drive or risk snowy terrain, you can easily explore eastern Hokkaido. Join us for drift ice viewing and icebreaker boat rides. Enjoy winter travel in eastern Hokkaido with Quba.

– About Scenic Spots | Hokkaido East Transportation Bus –

▲Sounkyo
Sounkyo was first discovered by the Ainu people, Hokkaido's indigenous inhabitants. While hunting along the Ishikari River, they climbed the high mountains of the Daisetsuzan Mountains, deep into Kurodake, and discovered this paradise accessible year-round.

Ohako and Kohako are two famous canyons within Sounkyo. Their beauty is enhanced by the Ginga Falls and Meteor Falls, along with the ever-changing colors of the vegetation. Kurodake Ski Resort is also home to the renowned Kurodake Ski Resort, which opens in early November and boasts the longest ski season in Japan.

– Bus Routes | Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus –

▲[Plan A] Lake Akan → Abashiri Route

(Hotels in the Lake Akan area → Abashiri Aurora Icebreaker Boat Boarding Port)

▲[Plan B] Lake Akan → Lake Saroma Route

(Hotels in the Lake Akan area → Hotels in the Lake Saroma area)

▲[Plan C] Lake Akan → Monbetsu Route

(Hotels in the Lake Akan area → Hotels in the Monbetsu area, Monbetsu Icebreaker Boat Boarding Port)

▲[Plan D] Lake Akan → Sounkyo Route

(Hotels in the Lake Akan area → Hotels in the Sounkyo area)

– Bus Departure Points | Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus –

▲Lake Akan Area: Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga, Hotel Shin-Akan, Hotel Gozensui, Hotel Akankoso, Akan Tsuruga Bessobi-no-za, Akan-no-Mori Tsuruga Flower Resort
▲Lake Akan Bus Center

– Bus Stops | Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus –

▲Monbetsu Area: Prince Hotel, Okhotsk Palace Hotel, Monbetsu Central Hotel, Monbetsu Garinko II Icebreaker Boat Terminal
▲Lake Saroma Area: Lake Saroma Tsuruga Resort Hotel
▲Abashiri Area: Abashiri Aurora Icebreaker Boat Terminal, JR Abashiri Station
▲Sounkyo Area: Hotel Taisetsu, Sounkyo Kanko Hotel, Sounkaku Grand Hotel

Activity process

08:00 Depart from hotels in the Lake Akan area

08:15 Depart from Lake Akan Bus Center

09:25 Arrive at Mashu First Observatory (approximately 20 minutes)

10:20 Arrive at Kawayu Onsen and Mt. Sulfur (approximately 15 minutes of sightseeing)

10:40 Arrival at Kawayu Onsen (in front of the Sumo Museum)

12:00 Arrival of the Abashiri Drift Ice Ship Aurora at the port (Roadside Station Drift Ice Kaido Abashiri)

12:15 Arrive at JR Abashiri Station (bus rest for approximately 1.5 hours)

13:50 Departure from Abashiri Drift Ice Ship Aurora Port (Roadside Station Drift Ice Kaido Abashiri)

14:35 Arrival at Lake Saroma Tsuruga Resort Hotel

15:55 Arrival at the Monbetsu drift ice ship Garinko (shuttle bus takes a 30-minute break)

16:25 Departure from the Monbetsu drift ice ship Garinko

16:30 Arrive at the hotel in the Monbetsu area

18:10 Arrival at JR Kamikawa Station

18:35 Arrival at Sounkyo area hotel

Photos
Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus No. 3 | Lake Akan → Abashiri/Lake Saroma/Monbetsu/Sounkyo
Travel Notes
- Important Information -

・Please meet at each pick-up location at least 10 minutes before departure. If you are late and miss the bus, you will be responsible for all transportation costs.

・Infants (under 2 years old) who do not occupy a seat ride free. If they require a seat, they will be charged the child fee.

・Due to weather or road conditions, the bus may not arrive at your hotel as scheduled.

・Please be at the hotel lobby on time for the shuttle bus. No refunds will be given if you miss the bus due to lateness.

・Depending on the number of participants, transportation may be by minibus or taxi.

・If you have large or bulky luggage, the bus may not accommodate it. Please contact us in advance.

・Luggage restrictions for luggage in the luggage hold are as follows:

1. One piece of luggage per person is allowed in the luggage hold.

2. The total length, width, and height of luggage must not exceed 160 cm.

・If there are no passengers getting on or off, the bus will proceed directly to the destination without stopping.

・Smoking and drinking are prohibited while on board, and riding while intoxicated is prohibited.

・If you need to contact us for urgent matters on the day of departure, please call the following number. Please note that we cannot accommodate you outside of business hours.
TEL/011-330-1122 (Club Tourism Hokkaido Travel Center)

7:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Open 24/7 during operation)

This tour is only available to guests staying at the following accommodations. Please provide the following information in the "Remarks" section when making your reservation:

1. Hotel:

2. Boarding Location (Please refer to the package):

3. Drop-off Location (Please refer to the package):

- Sounkyo (Hotel Taisetsu, Sounkaku Grand Hotel, Sounkyo Kanko Hotel)

- Monbetsu (Monbetsu Central Hotel, Hotel Okhotsk Palace, Monbetsu Prince Hotel)

- Abashiri (Hokten-no-Oka, Lake Abashiri Tsuruga Resort, Abashiri Kanko Hotel, Hotel Abashirikoso)

- Lake Saroma (Lake Saroma Tsuruga Resort)

- Shiretoko (Shiretoko Daiichi Hotel, KIKI Shiretoko Natural Hotel, Shiretoko Grand Hotel Kita Magnolia, Shiretoko Hotel, Kunisha Minshusha, Rausu no Yado Marumi, Rausu Onsen Hotel Mine no Yu, Pension Rausukuru, Minshu Nomura, Kikuya Ryokan, Minshu Honma, Fishing Bicycle Business Hotel, Minshu Taka no Yado, Minshu Kannari, Takashimaya Ryokan, Sakaeya Ryokan)
- Kawayu Teshikaga (Kawayu Kanko Hotel, Kinkiyu Ryokan, Hot Spring Romance Ryokan Ikedaya, Kawayu Onsen Daiichi Hotel Honeysuckle, Kita Oyana Yu-no-Mori Hotel, Mashu Hotel)
- Lake Akan (Lake Akan Tsuruga Wings, Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga, Akan Mori Tsuruga Resort Hanayuka, Lake Akan Tsuruga Besso Hinoza, New Akan Hotel, Hotel Akankoso, Hotel Gozensui)

- Redemption Methods -

- Please present your electronic/paper voucher and proof of accommodation from your hotel to the bus attendant.
Tour Pricing

The cost includes:

Hokkaido East Kotsu Bus | Bus Fares


The cost does not include:

Hokkaido East Bus | Meals
Hokkaido East Bus | Any expenses not specified in this itinerary, personal expenses, or any other expenses incurred in connection with the itinerary


Additional purchase items:

Option :
KRW 0   [Plan A] Lake Akan → Abashiri | Child Price
(No additional charge) From a hotel in the Lake Akan area to the Abashiri Aurora icebreaker ship boarding port
KRW 0   [Plan A] Lake Akan → Abashiri | Adult Price
(No additional charge) From a hotel in the Lake Akan area to the Abashiri Aurora icebreaker ship boarding port
KRW 5,718.6   [Plan B] Lake Akan → Lake Saroma | Child Price
(Additional charge required)Hotels in the Lake Akan area →Hotels in the Lake Saroma area
KRW 11,437.1   [Plan B] Lake Akan → Lake Saroma | Adult Price
(Additional charge required)Hotels in the Lake Akan area →Hotels in the Lake Saroma area
KRW 16,679.1   [Plan C] Lake Akan → Monbetsu | Child Price
(Additional charge required)Hotels in the Lake Akan area →Hotels in the Monbetsu area, Monbetsu icebreaker port
KRW 33,358.3   [Plan C] Lake Akan → Monbetsu | Adult Price
(Additional charge required)Hotels in the Lake Akan area →Hotels in the Monbetsu area, Monbetsu icebreaker port
KRW 21,444.6   [Plan D] Lake Akan → Sounkyo | Child Price
(Additional charge required)Hotels in the Lake Akan area →Hotels in the Sounkyo area
KRW 42,889.2   [Plan D] Lake Akan → Sounkyo | Adult Price
(Additional charge required)Hotels in the Lake Akan area →Hotels in the Sounkyo area

Cancellation Clauses

Cancellation Policy for Local Day Tours in Japan

Cancellations made 12 days or more before the selected itinerary date will receive a full refund.

Cancellations made between 8 and 11 days before the selected itinerary date will incur a 20% handling fee.

Cancellations made between 3 and 7 days before the selected itinerary date will incur a 30% handling fee.

Cancellations made between 1 and 2 days before the selected itinerary date will incur a 50% handling fee.

Cancellations made between 0 and 10 days before the start of the itinerary 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 will be issued to the original payment method after deducting necessary expenses.

 

Requests for rescheduling due to personal reasons will be deemed cancellations and will be handled in accordance with the cancellation policy outlined above.

If participation is terminated during the event due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, no refund will be given.
Meeting point:
Hotels in the Lake Akan area
Getting There
08:00 Departs from various hotels in the Lake Akan area: Akan Yuku no Sato Tsuruga, Hotel Shin-Akan, Hotel Gozensui, Hotel Akankoso, Akan Tsuruga Bessobi-no-za, Akan no Mori Tsuruga Flower Resort

08:15 Departs from Lake Akan Bus Center
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886-2-27173918 (Taiwan)

Service Hours: 10 am - 6 pm

Tripbaa Inc. Chairman: Owen Wang Contact: Kueiling Lin Address: 12F, No.197, Sec. 4, Nanjing E. Rd. Songshan Dist., Taipei City 10579 Taiwan (R.O.C.)

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