Biei day tour from Sapporo: Farm Tomita, Blue Pond, waterfalls

Biei's flower fields and turquoise waters in one morning and afternoon

A day tour from Sapporo to Biei and Furano combines four major stops (Shikisai-no-Oka's rolling flower fields, the striking turquoise Blue Pond, Shirahige Waterfall, and Farm Tomita's lavender or seasonal blooms) with round-trip transport and a live English or Chinese-speaking guide. The itinerary changes by season. Farm Tomita appears in summer months, while other attractions anchor the route year-round. Total time is nine to ten hours including transport.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Hokkaido's natural highlights

• Visit Patchwork Road scenic route
• Stroll through Shikisai-no-Oka flower park
• See the Shirogane Blue Pond
• View Shirahige Waterfall
• Explore Farm Tomita flower fields

The experience

Biei's Patchwork Road opens the day with rolling hills and photo stops like the Ken and Mary Tree and Seven Star Tree, scenic landmarks framed by the region's quilted farmland. From there, the route moves to Shikisai-no-Oka, a 15-hectare flower park where vibrant rows of tulips, lavender, sunflowers and seasonal blooms create a rainbow landscape against Biei's backdrop. Visitors walk the colored fields or opt for a tractor ride through the park's panoramic sections.

The Blue Pond arrives mid-day: a natural lake famous for its Tiffany-blue water and the bare larch and birch trees standing in the shallows, creating a surreal, almost otherworldly scene that shifts with light and season. Nearby, Shirahige Waterfall cascades gently from rock gaps like a white beard, set against forested cliffs and mist rising from the hot spring river below. Both are easily reached and photographed from the Blue River Bridge area.

Farm Tomita closes the tour in peak season, its lavender fields stretching across gentle hills with views of the Tokachi Mountain Range. Visitors sample local specialties like lavender soft-serve ice cream and browse gift shops for handmade lavender products before the return to Sapporo by 17:50, ending at either Sapporo North Exit or Odori Subway Station depending on your chosen pickup point.

What’s included

• Round-trip transport from Sapporo with toll and fuel fees included.
• a live guide speaking English or Chinese.
• access to Patchwork Road, Shikisai-no-Oka flower fields, the Blue Pond, and Shirahige Waterfall.
• seasonal attractions that vary by time of year.

Options for this experience

2 options

Departs from Datong Subway StationGuide in English or Chinese · 07:30

Departs from the North Exit of JR Sapporo StationGuide in English or Chinese · 08:00

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30 and 08:00

AgesAdult (2 and older) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by FawSha Travels

Is this one for you?You choose your Sapporo pickup point (Datong Subway Station or JR Sapporo North Exit), so the tour fits your starting location. The nine to ten hour duration means a full day away from the city with no need to drive yourself or navigate between four separate sites.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Chinese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 2): free.

What is Shikisai-no-Oka and what can I do there?

Shikisai-no-Oka, or "Hill of Seasonal Colors," is a flower park spanning over 15 hectares in Biei with beautifully arranged fields of tulips, lavender, sunflowers and more blooming in vibrant rows from spring through autumn. You can walk through the colored carpets of flowers or take a scenic tractor ride through the park's sections.

Why is the Blue Pond so famous?

The Blue Pond is known for its striking turquoise-blue water and the bare larch and birch trees standing mysteriously in the water, creating a dreamlike, otherworldly scene that changes with the seasons and light. Whether misty or clear, it has become one of Hokkaido's most iconic and photogenic sights.

When does Farm Tomita appear on this tour?

Farm Tomita is a seasonal attraction and is included during peak lavender season in summer months. In other seasons, the itinerary includes other Biei and Furano attractions instead. Check your booking confirmation to confirm which version of the tour you have reserved.

What does the round-trip transport from Sapporo include?

Round-trip transport from Sapporo includes toll fees and fuel fees, with pickup from either Datong Subway Station or JR Sapporo North Exit depending on which option you choose at checkout. The return arrives by 17:50 at your selected Sapporo location.

How long is this tour and what should I bring?

The tour runs nine to ten hours including transport time. Bring your passport and valuables kept safe with you. If you have large luggage, inform the operator when booking. Lunch is not included, so plan accordingly or bring snacks.