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Japan Cycling Tour: The Best of Western Japan

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the best of Western Japan

Shimanami Kaido and Iwa Iwa Ride

Blue = by bus or train || Red = by bike

Overview

Journey to some of Japan’s most well-known cycling routes on this 9-day trip from Hiroshima to Masuda City. Spend two days riding along the famous Shimanami Kaido, visit Miyajima, and enjoy point-to-point rides with cycling guides and a support vehicle!

With plenty of free-time and sightseeing stops planned throughout the trip, you’ll be fresh every day. Everyone’s welcome – including non-cyclists – and we’re certain you’ll find something that piques your curiosity and satisfies your wanderlust. From cultural day trips to shopping for local knick-knacks and enjoying regional local cuisine, this is a flexible trip that maximizes your time in Japan!

Experience a different side of Japan that’s best seen from a bicycle – we’re confident that you’ll want to come back.

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 (Thursday, October 17)
  • Check in at Onomichi 
  • Tour briefing at the hotel and check your bike for Friday’s ride
  • Meals: None
  • Information on reaching Onomichi (click here)
Day 2 (Friday, October 18)
  • Morning: Free time, prepare bikes
  • Afternoon: Shimamami Kaido ride from Onomichi to Ikuchi Island (easy 30KM)
  • Stay: Ikuchi Island
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3 (Saturday, October 19)
  • All Day: Shimanami Kaido ride from Ikuchi Island to Imabari (easy 50KM)
  • Stay: Imabari
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch

Day 4 (Sunday, October 20)
  • Free time in Imabari
  • Option 1: Cycling  
  • Option 2: Sight-seeing
    • Things to do in Imabari
  • Late Afternoon: express bus to Hiroshima
  • Stay: Hiroshima
  • Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 (Monday, October 21)
  • All Day: Miyajima sight-seeing
    • Things to do in Miyajima
  • Stay: Hiroshima
  • Meals: None
Day 6 (Tuesday, October 22)
  • Free time in Hiroshima
    • Things to do in Hiroshima
  • Evening: Train from Hiroshima to Iwakuni
  • Stay: Iwakuni 
    • Things to do in Iwakuni
  • Meals: None
Day 7 (Wednesday, October 23)
  • All Day: Iwa Iwa river ride from Iwakuni to Muikaichi Onsen (50KM)
  • Optional: Suigen Park, Big Bridge (10-20KM)
  • Stay: Muikaichi Onsen
    • Learn more about Muikaichi Onsen here
    • Things to do at Muikaichi Onsen
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 8 (Thursday, October 24)
  • Morning: Ride from Muikaichi Onsen to Tsuwano (45KM)
  • Afternoon (optional): Tsuwano sight-seeing
    • Things to do in Tsuwano
  • Stay: Tsuwano
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner party

Day 9 (Friday, October 25)
  • Morning: Free time
  • Afternoon: Ride from Tsuwano to Masuda City (30KM), includes onsen or shower
  • Evening: Tour ends. Fly to Haneda at 1740 or enjoy your free time. 
  • Information about Iwami Airport (click here)

What's Included?

・Tour Price: ¥248,000 (land only; twin)
・Hotel Accommodation: Standard hotel for 8 nights; twin (2 per room)
*single supplement: add $705 or about ¥77,000
・Meals: (7) Breakfast, (4) Lunch, (3) Dinner
・Transportation: Express Bus (Imabari-Hiroshima), train (RT Miyajima-Iwakuni)
・Support Guide: 2 support cyclists and support car with 1 driver (3 guides total)

Note: $ = US dollars; ¥ = Japanese yen

What Isn't Included

・Road Bike Rental: $180 during the tour
・Personal transportation and expenses, i.e. for additional sightseeing and for those not cycling
・Alcoholic beverages and drinks other than water, i.e. at hotels, bar, restaurant, etc.
・Admission fees
・O
ptional sightseeing bus tours



Notable Sights & Stops

  • Hiroshima sightseeing
  • Onomichi
  • Ikuchi Island
  • Imabari sightseeing
  • Miyajima sightseeing
  • Iwakuni
  • Muikaishi Town
  • Muikaishi Onsen
  • Tsuwano sightseeing
  • Masuda City

Note: All sights and stops depend on time and availability

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