Hokkaido Outdoor Organization ロゴ
A snowboarder on a snowy mountain looking out over the Furano basin and the Tokachi mountain range

Area: Furano, Biei and beyond

Organize Winter

Snowy Hokkaido, on a private tour.

Winter season・Organize (private)

Overview

Organize Winter is a private winter tour that starts with pick-up at your hotel.

The Tokachi mountain range rising beyond the snowfields, trees coated in rime ice, farmland wrapped in snow. We'll show you the scenery only Furano and Biei can offer in winter, tailored to your wishes.

Leave the winter driving to your guide. Choose from half-day and full-day plans.

What makes it special

01Private, for your group only

You'll never share the tour with other guests. Available from 1 person, and children can join from age 0.

02Hotel pick-up and drop-off: no worries about winter roads

We pick you up at your hotel and take you back afterwards.

03Half day or full day

Choose a half-day or full-day plan to suit your itinerary.

Photos

  • A snowboarder on a snowy mountain looking out over the Furano basin and the Tokachi mountain range
  • Rime-coated trees against a blue sky
  • A snowy riverbank lit by the morning sun
  • A vineyard in the snowfields, with the Tokachi mountain range
  • The snowy town of Furano seen from a ski lift

Ideal for

  • Anyone who wants to see Hokkaido's spectacular winter scenery
  • Anyone uneasy about driving on winter roads
  • Families and friends who want a winter trip just for themselves
  • Anyone looking for ways to enjoy winter besides skiing

How the day works

  1. 1

    Enquire or book

    Tell us your preferred date, plan (half day or full day), group size and where you're staying.

  2. 2

    Plan proposal

    We'll suggest what to do based on your wishes and the weather and road conditions on the day.

  3. 3

    Hotel pick-up

    We pick you up at your hotel.

  4. 4

    Winter tour

    Enjoy Furano and Biei in winter with your guide.

  5. 5

    Back to your hotel

    Afterwards, we drop you back at your hotel.

Good to know

  • Destinations and activities may change depending on the weather, road conditions and snow.
  • The tour includes time outdoors in winter. We'll tell you what warm clothing to wear when you book.
  • Please check which areas we can pick up from when you book.
  • Sending the form does not confirm your booking. Your place is confirmed once we contact you.

Frequently asked questions

Can I book on my own?

Yes. Organize Winter is a private tour available from just 1 person.

Where will we go?

We'll suggest an itinerary based on your wishes and the weather and road conditions on the day, taking in places such as spectacular snowy viewpoints.

Can young children take part?

There's no age limit, so children can join from age 0. We'll tailor the plan to their ages, so please include them when you book.

For other questions, take a look at our FAQ.

Meeting Point

Meeting & finish point

Your hotel (pick-up and drop-off included)

We'll pick you up at your hotel and drop you back there afterwards. Please confirm the pick-up time and the areas we can pick up from when you book.

Questions about the meeting point or pick-up? Feel free to contact us. +81 90-5950-4006

Other Activities

Other activities to consider

A guest lying in deep snow, laughingFurano

WINTER · FURANO

Snowshoe Tour

A guided walk on snowshoes through snowy forest and open snowfields, with pick-up and drop-off at your hotel. A winter experience for ages 10 and up.

Season
Mid-December – mid-March
Duration
About 2 hours
Price
JPY 8,000per person, tax included
Minimum group size
From 3 people
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PRIVATE · RIVER

Organize River

A private river tour with pick-up and drop-off at your hotel. Head down Hokkaido's rivers by packraft and other boats. Half day or full day, available from 1 person.

Season
End of April – end of October
Duration
Half day / Full day
Price
From JPY 30,000per private group, tax included
Minimum group size
From 1 person
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PRIVATE · LAKE

Organize Lake

A private lake tour with pick-up and drop-off at your hotel. Paddle out onto calm water by canoe, kayak and more. Half day or full day, available from 1 person.

Season
Mid-June – mid-September
Duration
Half day / Full day
Price
From JPY 30,000per private group, tax included
Minimum group size
From 1 person

Open 9:00-17:00 (JST) / Form enquiries accepted around the clock

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