Begin your private shore excursion with convenient pickup directly from Kushiro Cruise Port. Travel in the comfort of your own private vehicle with a dedicated professional driver, allowing you to explore at your own pace without having to follow the schedule of other travellers.

Discover the nature and indigenous culture of eastern Hokkaido, beginning at Kushiro City Red-Crowned Crane Natural Park. Observe Japan’s iconic red-crowned cranes in a natural setting and learn about efforts to protect this rare and symbolic species.

Continue through the beautiful landscapes of eastern Hokkaido to Lake Akan. Visit the Akanko Ainu Kotan, one of Hokkaido’s largest Ainu communities, where you can discover traditional crafts, art, and the culture of the Indigenous Ainu people.

Next, enjoy time along the shores of Lake Akan, a scenic caldera lake surrounded by forests and mountains within Akan-Mashu National Park. Take in the peaceful lakeside scenery and explore the surrounding area.

Before your tour, you will receive an exclusive English digital guidebook with detailed information about the itinerary and each sightseeing location. Communication with the driver will be assisted by a translation app.

After experiencing the nature and cultural heritage of Kushiro and Lake Akan, your driver will return you to Kushiro Cruise Port in time for your ship’s departure.