Japan Biking

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Small Group Tour
Epic rides & serene hot springs Cycle the spectacular coastline of old Japan, visiting sleepy fishing villages and gorgeous ryokans along the way. Buddhist temples, tea ceremonies, and steaming onsen baths are more our speed. We bike along the Noto (sublime) and stay at the exquisite Kayotei (whose owner has raised many a glass of sake with us).
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Visit the Asaichi
    • Drive through the awakening streets of Nanao to the island of Noto
    • Ride back in time through sleepy fishing villages and past lush forests
    • Explore the beautiful gardens of Kanazawa
    • Experience fabulous Bike ride through the winding mountains before exploring an amazing Buddhist temple.

What's this trip about?

    Epic rides & serene hot springs Cycle the spectacular coastline of old Japan, visiting sleepy fishing villages and gorgeous ryokans along the way. Buddhist temples, tea ceremonies, and steaming onsen baths are more our speed. We bike along the Noto (sublime) and stay at the exquisite Kayotei (whose owner has raised many a glass of sake with us).

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range12 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityTokyo
End CityKyoto

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • 50 Plus
  • Cycling & Biking
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • Dolphin Swim
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • All accommodation
    • All breakfasts, 7 lunches and 6 dinners, including wine, beer and sake
    • Services of B&R guide(s) and support vehicle
    • All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees
    • Use of a road or hybrid bicycle, with helmet
    • Detailed maps, route suggestions and water bottle
    • All transportation from rendezvous to drop-off, including van support, bus transfers and internal flights
    • All baggage transportation
    • All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel service including internal flight(s)

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1:

Discover the heart of the rustic Noto Peninsula and its rugged coastlines, rice paddies, and endless farmland. Dinner will be on a menu made from fresh, local ingredients with a “strict” dress code requiring your traditional yukata (kimono).

Day 2:

Visit the asaichi, or morning market, finding anything from lacquerware and sake to fresh fish and vegetables. Ride along the scenic coast to a gorgeous waterfall and later on, take part in a special welcome ceremony at the local Shinto shrine.

Day 3:

This morning, learn about the traditional craft of paper-making. Then, stop for a dip in a local hot spring, taking in views out across the bay.

Day 4:

Ride back in time through sleepy fishing villages and past lush forests. Stop for a local lunch and head to the hot spring town of Wakura Onsen to indulge in a taste of Japan’s signature suki yaki with famous Noto Gyu (beef) as the highlight.

Day 5:

Drive through the awakening streets of Nanao to the island of Noto. Circumnavigating the island, pass through parkland and fishing communities, stopping along the way to watch for dolphins before a simple yet delicious lunch.

Day 6:

Explore the beautiful gardens of Kanazawa today. Then, experience a traditional tea ceremony before setting out on a scenic loop ride in the hot spring town of Yamanaka Onsen.

Day 7:

Bike through the winding mountains before exploring an amazing Buddhist temple. Tonight, we cap off a fantastic week in style with some local entertainment.

Day 8:

After breakfast, transfer to Kyoto and say farewells. Kyoto easily demands a stay of several nights with its temples, shrines and UNESCO World Heritage sites.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $9,495
Price per day$1,187
Single supplement (single occupancy)$1,300
Last Updated: 2/8/2019

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Accommodation

Matsunomidori Ryokan, Wakura Onsen

Set in the hot spring town of Wakura Onsen, Matsunomidori perches over the Sea of Japan and attracts guests from all over to bathe in its famous hot springs. The building features a contemporary design and every room is blessed with an ocean view.

Kanazawa Excel Tokyu, Kanazawa

A break from the tatami mats and futons, the Excel is a comfortable four-star property that offers modern western-style rooms (and beds!), and is located within easy walking distance of the city’s shopping, restaurant and historic districts.

Kayotei Ryokan, Yamanaka

A traditional family-owned inn of 10 rooms, the exquisite Kayotei sets the standard for Japanese ryokans. The inn is set amidst a natural forest and the hospitality is warm, charming, and unobtrusive. Its elegant hot spring overlooks the forest and provides the perfect place for meditation.

Notonosho Ryokan, Wajima

Notonosho's atmosphere offers a great representation of the Japanese aesthetic. Rooms are spacious and all feature tatami mat floors and futon beds. The inn boasts of having the most alkaline water in Japan, and a long soak in the tub will leave your skin feeling silky-smooth.

Lamp No Yado Ryokan, Noto

Overlooking the Sea of Japan, this celebrated ryokan is famous for its spa and hot tub. The rooms are welcoming and the zen atmosphere is unbeatable. We love it most for its peaceful and stunning location.

Matsunomidori Ryokan, Wakura Onsen

Set in the hot spring town of Wakura Onsen, Matsunomidori perches over the Sea of Japan and attracts guests from all over to bathe in its famous hot springs. The building features a contemporary design and every room is blessed with an ocean view.

Kanazawa Excel Tokyu, Kanazawa

A break from the tatami mats and futons, the Excel is a comfortable four-star property that offers modern western-style rooms (and beds!), and is located within easy walking distance of the city’s shopping, restaurant and historic districts.

Kayotei Ryokan, Yamanaka

A traditional family-owned inn of 10 rooms, the exquisite Kayotei sets the standard for Japanese ryokans. The inn is set amidst a natural forest and the hospitality is warm, charming, and unobtrusive. Its elegant hot spring overlooks the forest and provides the perfect place for meditation.

Notonosho Ryokan, Wajima

Notonosho's atmosphere offers a great representation of the Japanese aesthetic. Rooms are spacious and all feature tatami mat floors and futon beds. The inn boasts of having the most alkaline water in Japan, and a long soak in the tub will leave your skin feeling silky-smooth.

Lamp No Yado Ryokan, Noto

Overlooking the Sea of Japan, this celebrated ryokan is famous for its spa and hot tub. The rooms are welcoming and the zen atmosphere is unbeatable. We love it most for its peaceful and stunning location.

Cancellation policy

If you have to cancel your B&R trip, you are entitled to the return of these amounts:

Number of days prior to your trip:

270+: 100% Refund of deposit

96-269: 50% Refund of deposit

61-95: 75% Refund of trip cost

31-60: 50% Refund of trip cost

0-30% : 100% Cancellation fee

Should you cancel your reservation more than 95 days in advance of the departure date, the entire US$1,000 per person deposit is transferable as a future trip credit to be used by the same traveller towards a B&R trip departing within 24 months of the original trip cancellation date. This credit cannot be extended beyond 24 months but may be transferred to another trip only once. Between 61-95 days prior to your original departure date, you may transfer to a different trip in the same calendar year upon payment of a fee of US$250 per person (this fee will be waived for Premier Cru & Grand Cru travellers). If you cancel this subsequent reservation, then the cancellation fees applicable shall be the higher of the cancellation fee on your original reservation or the cancellation fee on the trip to which you transferred. Within 60 days of departure, the regular cancellation fees will apply.

 

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Meals Included

All Breakfasts, 7 Lunches and 6 Dinners

Age Requirements
12 years and up
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