Cycling In Japan

Start Tokyo

Morning orientation walk and free afternoon to explore the city's highlights

Train to Kanazawa, the gateway to the Noto Peninsula; afternoon cycle loop and sightseeing

Cycle from Kanazawa to Togi, along rugged coastline and past fishing villages

Rewarding coastal ride to Wajima; enjoy scenic ocean views and rock formations en route

Early morning optional market visit; cycle to Suzu; enjoy coastal views and verdant rice paddies of Senmaida

Final ride along the Noto Peninsula to the popular hot spring resort of Wakura Onsen

Travel to UNESCO Shirakawa-go village by train and bus; overnight in a traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouse

Challenging ride to Hida Takayama, at the foothills of the Japanese Alps

Cycle to the castle town of Gujo Hachiman, past little villages, local shrines and paddy fields

Cycle along the Nagara River to the town of Gifu

Travel to Kyoto by train; free time for sightseeing

Final circular ride in Kyoto exploring the pleasant district of Arashiyama and two seasonal temples

End Kyoto