Japan Biking Tours & Itineraries

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Cycling Around Lake Biwa near Kyoto
Map of Cycling Trip Around Lake Biwa - 7 Days
Cycling Trip Around Lake Biwa - 7 Days

Get off the beaten path and enjoy the exceptional beauty of Lake Biwa on this 7-day tour starting in Moriyama. Covering relatively short distances each day on an e-bike, you'll see Japan's landscapes and culture from a unique perspective. Visit historic villages such as Omi-Hachiman, Sugaura, and Harie, where you can sample local cuisine, learn about regional culture, and enjoy forest and beach scenery. Stop at shrines, take a cable car to the top of Mt. Shizugatake, and enjoy a boat ride to the spiritual Chikubujima Island, all while sleeping at traditional guesthouses with onsen, or hot spring baths.

Pedal past the Wajima rice terraces
Map of Cycling Noto Peninsula, From Kyoto to Notojima Island - 7 Days
Cycling Noto Peninsula, From Kyoto to Notojima Island - 7 Days

Explore the breathtaking natural scenery of the Noto Peninsula in this 7-day cycling tour, starting in the bustling cities of Kyoto and Kanazawa. Cycle along coastal routes with stunning vistas overlooking the seaside, sandy beaches, and rice fields as you make your way to the charming villages of Togi, Wajima, and Suzushi where you'll stay in traditional, family-run guesthouses. Finish your trip on Notojima Island and in the town of Ogi, stopping at Sojiji Temple and a traditional hot-spring onsen before returning to Kyoto.

Noto Peninsula, Japan
Map of Cycle the Noto Peninsula From Kyoto to Nanao Bay - 6 Days
Cycle the Noto Peninsula From Kyoto to Nanao Bay - 6 Days

Explore the breathtaking natural scenery of the Noto Peninsula in this 6-day tour, starting in the bustling cities of Kyoto and Kanazawa. Cycle along coastal routes with stunning vistas overlooking the seaside, sandy beaches, and rice fields as you make your way to the charming villages of Togi, Wajima, and Suzushi where you'll stay in traditional, family-run guesthouses. Finish your trip on Notojima Island and in the town of Ogi, stopping at Sojiji Temple and a traditional hot-spring onsen before returning to Kyoto.

Bike between onsen towns in the gorgeous Japanese countryside during this 13-day adventure
Map of Cycling & Onsen Adventure in Japan's Gunma Prefecture – 13 Days
Cycling & Onsen Adventure in Japan's Gunma Prefecture – 13 Days

Enjoy the unspoiled nature and peaceful towns of Japan's mountainous Gunma Prefecture on this active 13-day cycling experience. After a quick stop to hit the highlights of Toyko, head to Gunma and set off on a multiday cycling trip between onsen hot springs scattered in charming towns throughout the mountains. Between intrepid full-day rides, you'll stay in traditional ryokan inns in Ikaho, Kawarayu, and Kusatsu before ending your journey in Naganohara.

Cycle around key sections of Lake Biwa including charming canals
Map of Cycling Expedition Around Japan's Lake Biwa - 8 Days
Cycling Expedition Around Japan's Lake Biwa - 8 Days

Active travelers will love cycling around the largest freshwater lake in Japan during this eight-day adventure. Starting and ending in the cultural powerhouse of Kyoto, you'll cycle the perimeter of Lake Biwa, admiring the natural landscapes and cultural attractions along the way. See a part of Japan that many international tourists overlook while enjoying classic local experiences like soaking in onsen baths and dining on traditional cuisine. This tour is ideal for outdoor lovers who enjoy a dose of culture, too.