Shikoku E-bike Tour
Hotel & Bike • 6 nights
VISITING: Japan
Overview
Why we love this tour
Spectacular Shimanami Kaido cycling route across suspension bridges, linking six islands on the Seto Inland Sea
Cycle the best of Shikoku’s coastline and lush mountainous interior
A guided e-bike tour, accessible for most cyclists with a base level of fitness
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Experience the rugged and mountainous splendour of Shikoku, the smallest of Japan’s main islands. With your Yamaha e-bike helping you on your way, you'll cycle via a series of suspension bridges linking the smaller islands of the Seto Inland Sea on the famous ‘Shimanami Kaido’ cycling route.
Setting out from Onomichi, the first two days of this guided e-bike tour follow this route along quiet roads and dedicated cycle lanes. After reaching the historic onsen town of Matsuyama, the e-bikes come into their own, cutting inland through the hills on undulating roads to reach the southern Pacific coast. Continuing via Kochi, the tour finishes in the remote Iya Valley, tucked between lush green mountainsides in a region few Western tourists see.
The cycling on this guided tour is rated as Moderate, but with all riders on e-bikes, it is suitable for most cyclists with some experience and a base level of fitness. The first few days are on a dedicated cycle route, and then on quiet countryside roads with little traffic. A support van is on hand at all times, carrying cold drinks and snacks. The accommodation is a real highlight, with a mix of modern boutique hotels and traditional Ryokan inns, most with onsen baths. Most meals are included, allowing you to sample the best cuisine Japan has to offer. Your guides will also be on hand to assist with ordering and selecting the local specialities.
Ask us about the optional 2 night extensions in Hiroshima before the tour, or in Kyoto after the tour to extend your time in Japan.
The Trip
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Accommodation
3* & 4* hotels and traditional inns
We use a mix of 3* and 4* hotels and traditional Japanese style ryokan inns of a very high standard, usually with onsen hot springs, giving you a very unique local experience.
3* & 4* hotels and tradtional inns
Full board (apart from one dinner)
Support vehicle
Luggage transferred each day
What's included
Price includes
6 nights in comfortable hotels and ryokan inns
Local guide and support van
E-bike hire and helmets
All meals, except for one dinner
Water and snacks from the support van while cycling
Tickets (train and ferry) and entry fees as shown in the itinerary
Cycling jersey and water bottle
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Visas (if necessary)
Drinks during meals
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Bike hire and extras
Bike hire
High quality Yamaha E-bike is included.
Yamaha E-bike
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Excursions
Hiroshima pre tour extension - 2 nights in Onomichi with a guided walking tour in Hiroshima. Includes transfers. 2 breakfasts, a lunch and a dinner. Full details on enquiry.
Kyoto post tour extension - 2 nights in Kyoto with a guided e-bike tour. Includes transfers, 2 breakfasts and 1 dinner. Full details on enquiry.
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Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions about this tour. Simply click on a question to reveal the answer.
Take the train from Kyoto to Kansai or Tokyo Airports.
Moderate cycling holidays are ideal for regular cyclists as the bike routes require a moderate degree of fitness which you should have acquired by regular cycling. For this tour, the E-bikes will make the cycling significantly easier.
We are always on hand to offer advice, so please give us a call if you wish to chat about the tour's grading.
Yes. Your guide will be English speaking and local. The guide will be a highlight of the tour, passing on their knowldge and passion for their country to you. They will show you the best places to eat, help you meet local people along the way and give you a real feel for the culture.
Yes, if you want to take a break, jump into the air conditioned support vehicle that's always available.
This tour will run with a minimum of 6, and a maximum of 14 guests.
Most restaurants and shops in Japan still prefer cash, so remember to carry enough money with you. In bigger cities, more businesses now accept cards, but you will need to use cash in most places. ATMs in 7-11 stores and Post Offices accept foreign bank cards.
No, there is no extra charge for single travellers if you share a room with another same sex single guest. If you want your own room, you can pay a supplement.
Flights are not included with our tours. However, we are more than happy to offer advice on long haul and regional flights based on our extensive experience of travel in Asia.