Sapporo | Sounkyo Autumn Foliage Viewing Day Trip (Private Car) - Kurodake Ropeway × Twin Waterfalls × Fukagawa Fruit Picking (9 hours, ¥110)

The earliest autumn leaves to appear in all of Japan are here! Enjoy a private chartered tour departing from Sapporo, a 9-hour journey deep into the Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Gorge—take the Kurodake Ropeway for breathtaking views of the golden and red autumn colors, visit the Ginga and Ryusei Twin Waterfalls, and stop by a Fukagawa orchard to pick and enjoy fresh fruit. With a Chinese-speaking driver throughout, this is a limited-time experience—perfect for families, photography enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to capture the beauty of northern Japan's autumn colors before boarding your flight. Don't miss out!
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Departure / Meeting Point: 札幌市區飯店或指定地點
Duration Day trip
Operating Period 2026-09-20 ~ 2026-10-11
Minimum Number of Participants 2 ~ 8 people
Price (per person)
Adult: ¥73,000
Child: ¥73,000
Age Restriction 無限制

Itinerary Details

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The colorful carpet of the Garden of Gods: Autumn leaves of Mount Kurodake, Daisetsuzan

Every autumn, the first fiery hues of autumn leaves in all of Japan quietly ignite here. Nestled deep within the Daisetsuzan National Park, Sounkyo is a secret paradise that countless travelers yearn to return to. Ascend slowly to an altitude of 1,300 meters on the Kurodake Ropeway, and the magnificent spectacle of columnar jointed cliffs dyed in a tapestry of gold and red unfolds before your eyes—a breathtaking moment that no photograph can fully capture. Afterwards, stroll to Ginga Falls and Ryusei Falls, where two clear springs cascade down the autumnal cliffs, their harmonious blend of strength and gentleness captivating the eye. Private chartered transportation ensures a seamless experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the most intense and limited-time autumnal wonders of northern Japan.

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Autumn Harvest in Northern China: Fruit Picking Experience in Fukagawa

Beyond the autumn foliage, this journey holds a sweet surprise. En route to Sounkyo, a special stop is made in Fukagawa, a renowned fruit-producing region in Hokkaido, where you can visit a local orchard and pick the plumpest seasonal fruits by hand. The crisp sound of biting into an apple, the burst of sweetness on your tongue from grapes, and the taste of freshly picked fruit in the cool autumn breeze—this is a unique experience you can’t find in any supermarket. Picking with children and strolling with elders—this warm harvest memory will become one of the most unforgettable and sweet endings to your Hokkaido trip.

Itinerary

Departure and Harvest Orchard

08:30
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Pick-up and drop-off at Sapporo Station or hotels in the city center

A Chinese-speaking driver arrived on time to pick us up, and we boarded the car with ease. We headed north via the Sunagawa SA rest stop to Fukagawa City, the granary of northern Japan.

10:30
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Fukagawa Orchard Picking Experience

Step into the orchard and pick the plumpest seasonal fruits yourself—apples and grapes are yours to choose from, freshly picked and enjoyed, with their sweetness certified directly at the orchard. It’s especially suitable for families with children, where laughter will fill the orchard and extend all the way to the car.

Panoramic View of Sounkyo Gorge

12:00
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Sounkyo & Kurodake Ropeway & Ginga Ryusei Twin Waterfalls

After enjoying a local lunch to replenish your energy, take the Kurodake Ropeway straight up to an altitude of 1,300 meters to overlook the earliest golden-red autumn colors in all of Japan. Walk to Ginga Falls and Ryusei Falls, where the camera shutter simply can’t stop clicking in front of the scene where the cliffs and waterfalls intertwine with the red maple leaves.

Return and dissolution

15:30
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Return to Sapporo city hotel

Reflect on the day’s moments in a comfortable private car, organize your photos, and arrive at your hotel around 6:30 PM for a pleasant departure. Alternatively, you can choose to disembark at the Sounkyo Onsen Hotel, allowing your journey to conclude perfectly amidst the aroma of hot springs.

Vehicle Introduction

日本包車一日遊

Model: Alphard

Suitable for 1-6 people, with a maximum of 4 pieces of luggage.

日本包車一日遊

Vehicle type: Hiace

Suitable for 6 to 9 people

Important Information & Cancellation Policy

  • Precautions

    Fee Description

    • The price for this trip is based on the Alpha charter car plan for 9 hours.
    • The standard model is suitable for 1-6 people and can accommodate up to 4 pieces of luggage.
    • The price includes transportation, fuel, and driver service, but excludes entrance fees to attractions and meals.
    • The number of people field indicates the number of vehicles. If you need 1 vehicle, please select “1” for the number of people.

    Upgrade Hiace large vehicle

    • If you have more than 6 people or more than 4 pieces of luggage, we recommend upgrading to a Hiace model.
    • The sea lion can carry up to 9 people.
    • Upgrade fee: ¥10,000 additional, please select it in the additional options.

    Facilities open

    • Kurodake Ropeway and Fukagawa Orchard are subject to irregular closures or seasonal adjustments. Please confirm opening hours in advance before making a reservation.
    • Autumn foliage is a natural phenomenon, and its coloration varies from year to year due to climate changes, so the viewing experience cannot be fully guaranteed.

    Flexible itinerary

    • The time spent at each attraction can be adjusted in consultation with the driver, but the total trip must be kept within 9 hours.

    Cancellation policy

    • Once a reservation is made, a 5% system cancellation fee will be charged if the reservation is cancelled due to personal reasons.
    • Cancellation 7 days before departure date: 30%
    • Cancellation 3 days before departure date: 50%
    • Cancelled on the same day: 100%

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