Tours

NEW Icebreakers GARINKO-GO Ⅲ CRUISE from Sapporo

Sapporo, Japanby H.I.S.Co., Ltd.

12 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 20 travelers
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Guide: Japanese

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Overview

Board the mighty Garinko 3, a large drill through the ice floes! Enjoy winter sightseeing on a day trip! ※Drift ice is a natural phenomenon, so there is a possibility that you can see it. 〇Unique to this season! Let's see the powerful drift ice! 〇You can see the unique scenery of Hokkaido on a day trip! 〇Lunch included plan is also available! *Image is for illustration purposes. ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー A plan with a round-trip bus from Sapporo to Monbetsu and Okhotsk to see the powerful drift ice. A special project for this season. The thrill of moving through the mysterious sight of "drift ice" that drifts to Okhotsk, the northernmost sea in Japan, while drawing a wake is simply overwhelming. Forget the cold and time, and fully enjoy an unknown experience filled with excitement!

What's included

All Fees and Taxes
NEW Icebreakers GARINKO-GO Ⅲ
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch （Only with lunch plan)

Expenses not mentioned
Entrance fee of Okhotsk Tower
Entrance fee of Tokkari Center

Itinerary

1
Sunagawa Service Area Inbound
15 min
Rest time
2
Michi-no-Eki Kaori no Sato Taki no Ue
15 min
Rest time
3
Stop 3
50 min
【Plan with lunch】 Lunch and Shopping *Please note: The shop is closed on Feb 2, 15, and 23, so shopping is not available on these dates.
4
Stop 4
50 min
【Plan without Lunch】 Free time at Okhotsk Tower and Tokkari Center
5
Ocean Communication Hall Garinko Station
1 hour
Monbetsu GARINKO GO Ⅲ・IMERU Cruise
6
Dezuka Shokuhin
20 min
shopping for kamaboko and free scallop kamaboko

Meeting and pickup

1F Lobby

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You will not be able to get off at the hotel where you boarded.

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An attendant will be on board. (Not a tour conductor.)
Please note that interpretation may be provided via an app.
Bus arrival may be delayed due to road conditions.
Please note that there is no guarantee when transportation facilities are terminated. In that case, please note that the tour fee will not be refunded for cancellation on the day.
Child price is for 3-11 years old.
Infants (0-2 years old) will be charged JPY 4,500 and a seat will be provided for them. Participation on the lap of companions is not accepted.
If the drift ice breaker is canceled due to weather, etc. -- Refund of 5,000 yen for adults/4,000 yen for children, and instead we will stop at the Okhotsk Drift Ice Science Center "Giza".
If we are unable to reach Monbetsu due to road conditions Without Meal Plan -- Refund of 5,000 yen for adults/4,000 yen for children, and instead we will stop at the Sounkyo Onsen Ice Fall Festival. Drift-ice Seafood Bowl Lunch -- Refunds will be made for 7,000 yen for adults and 6,000 yen for children, and instead we will stop by the Sounkyo Onsen Ice Fall Festival. *Meals (lunch) will not be provided. The refund amount includes the cost of meals, so please eat lunch on your own.
The itinerary will vary depending on the plan you participate in. * Important notice Passport number is required when boarding the icebreaker “GARINKO GO Ⅲ”. Be sure to bring your passport with you on the day or write down your passport number in advance. The staff on the day will ask you for your passport number. Please understand that if you cannot provide your passport number, you will not be able to board the ship.
In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
If you've participated in at least one activity, visited at least one attraction or used one of the tickets, refunds can't be issued
Refunds can't be issued for any participants who are late by 0 minutes or more

Cancellation policy

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

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