Land of the Rising Sun
Japan
17 days (Bike: 11 days)
885 km (~80km per day)
Active
Guided
Supported
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Our Journey to the East will begin in Nagasaki, nearby the Nagasaki Peace Park, commemorating the Atomic bombing of 1945, where you can contemplate the past as well as the current state of our civilization. From Nagasaki we will cycle towards Mt. Aso, one of Japan’s active volcanoes, and our first chance of many to rest our tired legs in one of Japan’s famous “Onsen” hot springs. After which we’ll roll down the volcano towards the sea, taking a ferry to Shikoku Island, famous for it’s Buddhist pilgrimages and great cycling, reaching Matsuyama, famous for its centuries old castle and Onsens.
We’ll then have some lung bursting climbing in the Iya Valley, experiencing breath-taking views on the twisting mountainous roads, and be tempted to cross one of the ancient bamboo bridges crossing steep gorges along the way. After reaching Kotohira, where you can visit one of the most famous Shinto shrines on Shikoku Island, we’ll transport everyone by vehicle to Kyoto where we will have a rest day to explore what was Japan’s capital city and emperor’s home for over 1000 years, and have a chance to wander the countless temples, palaces and castles.
From Kyoto we will cycle towards the dazzling city-lights of Tokyo, but before arriving to this incredible city one of our stops will be by Lake Kawaguchi, at the base of Mt. Fuji, with spectacular views of the revered mountain.
Highlights
- Mt. Fuji
- Kyoto
- Iya Valley
- Tokyo
Tour Information
From
Nagasaki
To
Tokyo
Cost From
Guided US$ 8800
Departure(s)
May 18 - June 1, 2026
May 18 - June 1, 2028
Inclusions
- 16 Nights in hotels
- Most dinners
- Most breakfasts
- All roadside lunches
- Vehicle to carry your bags
- Experienced tour leader
- Sweep rider
- Bike mechanic
- Tour jersey
- Commemorative tour medal
- Celebratory final dinner
- Pre-tour information bulletins
- Ferry tickets
Exclusions
- A registration fee of US$150 must first be paid to hold your place on the tour and is in addition to the entry fee listed above.
Additional
- Ride the full Journey to the East or one or more stages
- For this section, we recommend a touring bike with 35-40c tires.
- Those coming for multiple sections get 10% off for 2 or more sections on the same tour (multiple section discount does not apply to full tour price).
- TDA alumni get special alumni discounts.
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