There's no destination quite like Japan, and there's no better way to see it than by bike. Get off the beaten path, cycling from ancient Kyoto along the quiet Noto Peninsula and into the highlands to the historic village of Shirakawa-go. Along the way, see one of the finest Japanese gardens in Kanazawa, rest your head in a traditional ryokan and soak in coastal scenery. Finally, hop on a bullet train to explore the neon-clad, beating heart of Japan, Tokyo. Noto Peninsula - Leave the tourist trail behind with seven days uninterrupted pedalling through rural scenery. Kyoto and Tokyo - Get lost amongst the bustle and vibrancy of Japan's two biggest cities, teeming with cultural hot spots and ancient sites. Delicious local food - Refuel with tasty Japanese cuisine from street food in the city, to authentic cooked meals in the countryside
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General information
Tour ID124445
Tour length13days
LanguageEnglish
Group size16
Age range16 - 85
Operated by
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Starting point
13 Higashikujo Higashisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8004, Japan
El Inn Kyoto, Hotel Reception
19:00
End point
2-33-7 Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo 111-0032, Japan
Asakusa Via Inn, Hotel reception
09:00
Itinerary
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Day 1: Join tour in historic Kyoto
Day 2: Kyoto sightseeing by bike. Including Ginkaku-ji and along The Philosopher's Path to the Nanzen-ji temple complex
Day 3: Morning train to Kanazawa. Bike tour of Kenroku-en Garden and the old teahouse district
Day 4: Cycling around the beautiful Noto Peninsula including the Chirihama Beach Road
Day 5: Cycle the coastal road to Wajima, stopping off at the Sojijiso-in temple
Day 6: Explore Wajima Market. Continue along the stunning coastal road to Suzu
Day 7: Cycle to Noto Ushitsu as we head down the eastern side of the peninsula
Day 8: Cycle to Wakura Onsen where ancient, healing hot baths await our arrival
Day 9: We begin our journey inland as we head up to Shokawa Onsen
Day 10: Our cycle journey concludes at beautiful Shirakawa-go, famous for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses
Day 11: Shinkansen bullet train to Tokyo
Day 12: Enjoy Tokyo from our base in the historic Asakusa district a stone's throw from Sensoji temple