Otaru 7hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide Sapporo Dpt.
This private 7 hour walking tour with an experienced English speaking and Licensed tour guide is a fantastic and efficient way to explore Otaru while you are staying in Sapporo!
Otaru is a port city that has historical buildings, many of which have been restored and converted into cafes and shops. The old stone warehouses and beautifully preserved canal help create the nostalgic atmosphere of the city’s townscape.
Please choose 3 to 4 sights you wish to visit from our what to expect list and let your guide know to craft your own itinerary!
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Otaru 7hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide Sapporo Dpt.
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What's included in Otaru 7hr Private Tour with Licensed Guide Sapporo Dpt.
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Sapporo
Meet your guide in Sapporo and start a tour! You will then take the train to Otaru. The trip is 45 minutes!
Otaru CanalPass-by Only
The Otaru Canal is a classic staple when it comes to famous sightseeing spots of Hokkaido. Once the distribution hub of Hokkaido, it boasted a population that even surpassed that of Sapporo. At that time the canal was used to offload ships via barges, and was established to lengthen the distance that goods could be distributed. Eventually the canal was no longer necessary to serve its function once the docks were established and was to be landfilled. However it currently stands as a place for citizens and tourists alike to relax and enjoy with its promenades and gas lamps lighting the riverbanks.
Otaru Art Base
Otaru City's historical buildings of the early 20th century are now used as various resources for tourism. The Otaru Art Base located opposite the Otaru Canal across Rinkosen Street is one such facility. There are four historical buildings where 20 of the largest banks in Hokkaido were gathered, formerly the center of Hokkaido's economy known as "North Wall Street." What was the former Hokkaido Takushoku Bank Otaru Branch as seen in the picture is now home to the Nitori Museum of Art, and includes displays such as Japanese and foreign paintings, wood carvings, and more. In the basement you will find the Art Nouveau Art Déco Glass Gallery.
Inclusions
- Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Sapporo
- Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'What to expect' list'
- Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
- Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
- Private Vehicle
- You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
- Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 10 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
This private tour is a walking day tour. A private vehicle is not included. Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with the guide after a reservation is finalized. Please have Japanese Yen on hand for your transportation costs.