Lake Biwa, Kyoto and the Inland Sea
Japan
12 days (Bike: 6 days)
350 km (~58km per day)
Custom Bike & Hike Tour
Active
Some hills, On-road
Guided
Semi-Supported
Ride around Lake Biwa, explore Kyoto on foot and cycle Shimanami Kaido
This tour is customisable but a suggested itinerary includes the following:
2 days circumnavigating Japan's largest lake, Lake Biwa (150 km). This is on on quiet country or local roads, or a separated bike path along busier roads.
This is followed by 3 days on a guided walking tour in Kyoto with Akio's personal recommendations and/or the sights the group chooses to visit.
The final stage is a 4 day loop ride around the Inland sea - including the famous Shinamani Kaido Cycling Road, the Mecca of Japanese cycling. It stretches over seven suspension bridges which link beautiful islands sprinkling the Inland Sea of Japan. It links the island of Shikoku with the mainland of Honshu.
Highlights
- Hikone Castle
- Hot springs baths and onsen
- Traditional Ryokans (Japanese inns)
- Kyoto's temples
- Shinamani Kaido Cycling Road
Tour Information
From
Katata
To
Onomichi
Cost From
Guided Please Ask
Departure(s)
On request
Inclusions
- Accommodation - hotels plus 2 nights in Ryokans
- Dinners and Breakfasts
- Transport in Japan,
- Entry Fees to attractions,
- Tour Escort Fee.
Exclusions
- Flights
- Travel insurance
Options
- Bike hire
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