Splendid Nature of Muroran

UPCOMING CRUISE SHARED TOUR

Join fellow cruise passengers on these pre-scheduled departures and enjoy a cost-effective, sociable shore experience.

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Join us in a Muroran shore excursion exploring the beauty of Lake Toya, immerse in the serenity with the pure sceneries of Mount Usu, witness the blessing and land-shaped of the volcano, then enjoy the eye-bird view of the entire area.

Full Itinerary

Step into a surreal geothermal wonderland where clouds of steam rise from the earth and mineral-rich streams carve their way through the valley floor. Hell Valley is a vivid reminder of Hokkaido’s volcanic past, with its rugged cliffs, sulfuric vents, and boiling ponds creating a landscape unlike anywhere else in Japan. The air carries the scent of minerals, the colors range from deep orange to moss green, and every turn of the boardwalk reveals a new spectacle.

Next, transfer to the Mount Usu Ropeway. Here, you will hop on a ropeway providing the panoramic view of Lake Toya and then set a foot on the Volcano Village. Due to the volcano activities, the landscape changes every season leading to the difference of sceneries.

In Volcano Village, you can admire full-blooming cherry blossom, dotted with no name wildflowers in spring. In summer, blue clean sky combines with lush green mountain below, together create a picturesque scene. Move to Autumn, the season of deciduous trees, you can see the area covered by red and yellow tones with burning maple trees and the red fruits or rowan. In the coldest season of the year, the mountain has a thick overlay of snow and everything turning serenity white and frozen.

Afterward, make your way to Silo Observatory, one of the best place to view the Lake Toya area. You cannot miss the chance to feast your eyes on the breathtaking panoramic view with the splendor mountain under the blue sky and wandering white clouds. Additionally, you can buy some souvenirs and local gifts on the first floor, then have a rest at a restaurant in the second one. You will relax until your driver arrives and transfers you back to the port for your departure. Trip ends.

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