Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch
Sapporo, Japan

Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch

Outty Ranking 71 4.4 · 41 traveler reviews5.7 hoursFrom $77
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71/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.4/5

Based on 41 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch worth booking?

Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch is a 5.7-hour experience in Sapporo, Japan, from $77 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 41 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
71 / 100
Rating
4.4/5 (41)
Duration
5.7 hours
From
$77 per person

This half-day mountain bike tour, perfect for beginners, rewards you with a soak at Hoheikyo Onsen. After a 1.5-hour ride along an easy, paved path through the ‘onsen’ (hot spring) town of Jozankei for a snack, you’ll delight in the pure waters of Hoheikyo's outdoor baths, followed by a curry lunch that's popular among locals. Round-trip transport is included from Sapporo. Numbers are limited to 10 on this small-group tour, ensuring a personalized experience with your expert guide. Please note: This tour is seasonal and runs yearly between April and October. The date is subject to change.

What you get

    About this experience

    This half-day mountain bike tour, perfect for beginners, rewards you with a soak at Hoheikyo Onsen. After a 1.5-hour ride along an easy, paved path through the ‘onsen’ (hot spring) town of Jozankei for a snack, you’ll delight in the pure waters of Hoheikyo's outdoor baths, followed by a curry lunch that's popular among locals. Round-trip transport is included from Sapporo. Numbers are limited to 10 on this small-group tour, ensuring a personalized experience with your expert guide. Please note: This tour is seasonal and runs yearly between April and October. The date is subject to change.

    What's included

    Included

    • Small bath towel by Hoheikyo Onsen original
    • Hot spring fee
    • Mountain bike, helmet and gloves for rental
    • All taxes, fees and handling charges
    • Lunch
    • Professional English-speaking local guide

    Not included

    • Drinks
    • Gratuities
    • Big bath towel rental(500 JPY for buying)
    • Food and drinks, unless specified

    What you'll see and do

    1. (9:00) Pickup at your staying hotel or Sapporo station In the morning, assemble with your small group and guide at the starting point, approximately one hour after you’re picked up by air-conditioned minivan from Sapporo.

      10 minutes here

    2. Hoheikyo Onsen

      (10:00 ) Arrived Hoheikyo onsen Once you’re fitted with a mountain bike, helmet and gloves, you’ll hear safety precautions and get basic instructions for riding. Then follow your guide on an easy, 1.5-hour ride along a mostly paved road, starting from the upper Toyohira River, whose waters swell from mountain snowmelt into the Jozankei valley. Enjoy views above the river canyon and cross a suspension bridge, departing for Jozankei. It’s a steep, downhill ride to this traditional onsen town, which dates back to 1866 when an ascetic monk opened the spa upon discovering its healing waters. Amid forested banks along the bountiful Toyohira River, watch steam rise up from every angle. Stop to enjoy snacks like onsen manju, a bun stuffed with azuki-bean paste, before departing via a steep uphill route.

      90 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Hoheikyo Onsen

      (11:40) Return to Hoheikyo onsen, curry lunch and onsen Your 6-mile (10-km) route ends at this natural hot spring, which was ranked as one of the best hot spring day trips by TripAdvisor. Settle into mineral baths indoors or choose from three large outdoor pools, where you’ll have panoramic views of the mountains as you relax against the stones during a 1-hour soak. Hoheikyo is one of Japan's only onsen facilities to use 100-percent pure waters; the pools are fed by continuously flowing hot springs poured directly into the baths from the ground. Afterward, sate your appetite with a lunch of authentic naan bread and Indian curry — Jozankei’s most popular food — at the onsite restaurant.

      Pass by without stopping

    4. Sapporo

      (14:40) arrived in Sapporo Complete your half-day tour with the return 1-hour drive to Sapporo.

      60 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Sapporo

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Returns to the starting point

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ja, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Giro 21

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Minimum age is 10 years
    • Recommended height is 1.45m (4.75 foot) or taller
    • A maximum of 6 people per booking
    • Please wear comfortable long sleeve shirts, long pants and shoes suitable for exercising. Jeans are not recommended
    • Recommended to bring sunglasses or some kind of eye protection, change of clothes and bath towel. Bath towel can be buy for JPY500(cash)
    • Hot spring facility will have body soap, shampoo and conditioner for you to use for free of charge. If you wish to order additional items such as drinks, you will need to pay in Japanese yen. Credit cards cannot be used.
    • Please bring your own water (rental bikes have water holder)
    • Windbreaker jacket is recommended to bring during spring and fall season
    • The mountain bike course may be changed due to road conditions

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 41 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    6 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Traveler reviews

    41 verified traveler reviews for Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Waqas_A · September 2026

    Amazing experience

    It was a fun ride with a few stops in between, ended with an onsen and lunch. Jun was very considerate about my dietary restrictions. Jun is very kind and friendly.

    via Viator

    lavacek47 · August 2026

    A waste of our day. Non English speaking guide. Not much riding in nature.

    Non English speaking guide. This made the trip uncomfortable from the start. No conversation possible on the 45 minute drive to the bike ride spot. The bike ride was mostly on paved roads. Small amount of time in the forest. Rode to the famous onsen town. No explanation about anything because guide did not speak English. Onsen and lunch were fine. Lunch was Indian restaurant at the onsen.

    via Tripadvisor

    James_H · July 2026

    Non English speaking disappointing bike tour. Do not book this.

    Jun our guide spoke ALMOST NO ENGLISH. Very disappointing to expect an English speaking guide. No information about anything Sapporo, our tour, the onsen baths, nothing! Would not book again. Should get a refund! Took us on very short trail, then biking along the road. Not very pretty. Ibsen was fine, lunch ok. A long way to go for not much.

    via Viator

    Susie_R · June 2026

    Must do

    Wonderful bike ride - lunch and onsen soak - highly recommend - Jun very helpful and attentive - great weather

    via Viator

    Ann_L · May 2026

    -A surprising biking trip

    Mr. Jun was an excellent guide for the locat area. We got to explore various places that non local would not have known

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for participating in the tour. And thank you again for your valuable comments.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    5.7 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $77 to $13,800
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    14
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 71

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)64
    Review evidence (18% weight)70
    Booking momentum (14% weight)64
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)78
    Local standing (8% weight)26
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sapporo.

    How much does Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at $77 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sapporo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch take?

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    Plan for about 5.7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sapporo is not rushed.

    Is Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 41 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sapporo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5.7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch?

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    Around 14 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sapporo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sapporo and add a light layer if any part of the 5.7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sapporo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Sapporo?

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    On Outty we rank every Sapporo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour, Wagashi traditional japanese sweets class, Mondo's most popular No.1!Private experienceThe king of buckwheat noodles making and Japanese food in Sapporo!A plan to enjoy tempura!. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Sapporo?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Sapporo?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch?

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    Included: Small bath towel by Hoheikyo Onsen original; Hot spring fee; Mountain bike, helmet and gloves for rental; All taxes, fees and handling charges; and Lunch. Not included: Drinks; Gratuities; Big bath towel rental(500 JPY for buying); and Food and drinks, unless specified. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 179 listed pickup locations in and around Sapporo. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch offered in?

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    It is offered in Japanese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Mountain Bike Tour from Sapporo Including Hoheikyo Onsen and Lunch?

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    Across 41 reviews averaging 4.4 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, photo opportunities. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

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