Hiroshima & Shimanami Kaido Japan Cycling Tour
Duration:
7N/8D
Difficulty:
Medium (ebike)
Challenging (Hybrid)
From
$A 8,499
Discover the breathtaking beauty of coastal Japan on this fully guided 8-day cycling tour along the famous Shimanami Kaido. Starting in vibrant Hiroshima and ending in scenic Imabari, this unforgettable journey blends cultural immersion, coastal charm, and delicious local cuisine.
Pedal quiet island roads, visit traditional towns like Takehara and Mitarai, and explore sacred sites such as the 2,600-year-old Oyamazumi Shrine. Enjoy unique experiences including a tea ceremony at the historic Jodo-ji Temple in Onomichi, a tour and tasting at a local winery, and a visit to an oyster farm along the Seto Inland Sea.
This cycling tour in Japan includes premium accommodation ranging from boutique Japanese inns to stylish cyclist-friendly hotels like Hotel Cycle and WAKKA. Daily ride distances between 30–60km make it ideal for recreational riders looking for a well-paced, fully supported adventure. Most overnight accommodations include an amazing onsen experience, perfect for soothing muscles after a day on the bike.
Japan is natual hilly and whilst the cycling paths we use are relatively flat, there is no escaping some gentle hills. Ebikes are available on this tour to make life easy, or soak up the challenge and exercise on a quality hybrid style bike. Our support van follows the group throughout the cycling day and is available should a rest be required.
With your luggage transferred each day and expert local guides sharing stories and cultural insights, this small-group tour (max 16) offers the perfect way to explore Japan on two wheels. Join us in November for mild weather, stunning autumn foliage, and a journey through one of Japan’s most scenic and culturally rich regions.
What We Love About this Cycling Tour in Japan
- Japan is such an incredible destination to travel in, we know you will love it (if you haven't been already)
- Cycling the Shimanami Kaido is an amazing experience. This dedicated cycling path crossed bridges, islands, thorugh towns and offers incredible views. It's a wonderful cycling experience.
- The food. Yes yes we've all heard it before, but the Japanese revere their food and we certainly take advantage on our tour.
- Hiroshima with all it's chequered past, is a hugely underrated destination. We learn about the past but enjoy the ambiance of this delightful city.
- You can't travel to Japan without experiencing an onsen, and the majoirty of our accommodations have onsens included. You will become addicted!
What's Included in Your Cycling Tour in Japan
- 7 nights quality central accommodation, a mix of modern and traditional style, most with onsens.
- Local guides and support vehicle throughout
- All luggage moves, bike maitenance and support services
- All breakfasts, a mix of western style and traditional Japanese style available
- A traditional Japanese tea ceremony
- 8 x breakfasts
- 5 x lunches
- 5 x dinners including special Farewell dinner on our last evening.
- Enviro frinedly cycling water bottle and lightweight cycling t-shirt to keep
Optional extras
- Pre and post night accommodation
- BYO bike or hire a hyrbid or ebike
Cycling Tour in Japan Dates & Prices
This cycling tour in Japan is an exclusive special cycling holiday, as such there are limted dates.
For 2025 there is a single date in November, and there will be 3 x dates in 2026 (TBA).
See the calendar below for specific dates, availability & prices for this cycling tour in Japan.
Small Group Cycling Tour
Our cycling group is limited to 16 riders which makes for a more intimate, personal cycling tour and gives you the ability to get up close and personal with the people and the places we visit. The average group size is around 10 riders, and you have a support crew of 2 guides and a driver (sometimes 2 drivers depending on group size.
Tour Guides & Drivers
Our tour guides & driver support team are the best! We frequently receiving amazing feedback. They are locals and it's important we use local teams as part of our commitment to giving back to the areas we travel in. Guides are trained and certified, have very good English and know the area and history very well.
Airport Transfers
Airport transfers can be provided with prior notice with prices on application. Transport in Japan is very efficient and often quicker than vehicle transfers so we encourage you to investigate those options first. Transfers are included between the hours of 6am and 9pm, and an extra supplement will apply for transfers outside those times.
Please note last minute and/or late advice of arrival details may mean pick up transfers are not available. Ensure you provide Tour de Vines your arrival details as early as possible to ensure transfers can be providedi f desired.
Trusted Operator
Tour de Vines has been running tours in since 2002 and has been awarded the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence in 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024 and is now a Hall of Fame inductee. You can be assured we are a quality operator and want nothing more than for you to have an amazing travel experience.
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Itinerary at a Glance
Arrive into Hiroshima, meet the crew and fellow riders at our Welcome dinner and get excited for your tour ahead. Overnight Hiroshima.
