There is no better way to experience the ever-changing landscapes of Japan than on two wheels, as we pedal along the Fukui coast to the picturesque farmlands and remote mountainous regions of Takayama and Unesco-listed Shirakawa-go. From temples, shrines and markets to hot springs, this trip offers excellent rural cycling without compromising on the cultural elements. No trip to Japan would be complete without a visit to Kyoto, with its Zen gardens and geisha districts, and futuristic Tokyo, sprawling, inimitably busy and extraordinary.Cherry blossom season: Experience the ephemeral beauty of cherry blossom season in Japan, when the sakura trees bloom with delicate pink blossoms. See the Dates & Prices tab for our special departures.
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ID de la tour102654
Durée de la tournée14jours
LangueEnglish
Taille du groupe16
Tranche d'âge16 - 99
Exécuté par
Exodus Adventure Travels
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Day 1: Start Tokyo
Day 2: Morning orientation walk and free afternoon to explore Tokyo (breakfast)
Day 3: Train to Kanazawa afternoon cycle loop and sightseeing (breakfast)
Day 4: Cycle from Kanazawa along the seaside coast enjoy sunset at Oshima Bridge (breakfast,dinner)
Day 5: Ride the dramatic Echizen-kaigan Coast journey inland towards Echizen (breakfast,dinner)
Day 6: Experience traditional Japanese knife-making ride along one of the first train lines in Japan to the village of Tsuruga (breakfast,dinner)
Day 7: Final ride in the Fukui prefecture, taking in the lakes of Mikata and Wakasa Bay visit the Takarasu rice field terraces (breakfast)
Day 8: Travel to Unesco-listed Shirakawa-go village by train and bus overnight in a traditional ‘gassho-zukuri’ farmhouse (breakfast,dinner)
Day 9: Challenging ride to Hida Takayama, at the foothills of the Japanese Alps (breakfast)
Day 10: Cycle to the castle town of Gujo Hachiman, past little villages, local shrines and paddy fields (breakfast,dinner)
Day 11: Cycle along the Nagara River to the town of Gifu (breakfast)
Day 12: Travel to Kyoto by train free time for sightseeing (breakfast)
Day 13: Final circular ride in Kyoto exploring the pleasant district of Arashiyama and two seasonal temples (breakfast)