Hotel Sunroute Asakusa, Tokyo
Spend the first few nights at this comfortable hotel in Tokyo
Discover the best of rural and modern Japan on two wheels over an unforgettable fortnight as you cycle tour from Tokyo to Kyoto. There is no better way of experiencing the ever-changing landscapes of Japan than on two wheels, as you pedal from the rugged seascapes and wild beaches of the Noto Peninsula to picturesque farmlands and remote mountainous regions of Takayama and UNESCO Shirakawa-go, where you are able to get a close feel for the timeless rhythms and customs of the Japanese countryside.
For many visitors to Japan, the onsen is somewhat unfamiliar territory. An onsen is a Japanese hot spring and the bathing facilities and inns are frequently situated around them. The combination of a strict bathing etiquette, the fact that nudity is involved and compulsory and that the water temperature is often hotter than most jacuzzis can cause some reluctance for first-timers. Once the courage is mustered however, you may discover that a dip in an onsen is likely to become one of the highlights of your visit to Japan. Please note that it is very possible that you will be refused entry if you have large and visible tattoos. The leader will explain etiquette but it is expected that you shower before stepping into the hot spring/bath. All hotels provide kimonos and it is the norm to go to the onsen in these and take your towel with you.
Please be advised that the below accommodation listed in each location are the standard accommodations used. However, there may be some departures where groups stay at similar establishments of a similar standard and quality.
Tokyo: Sunroute Asakusa Hotel
Kanazawa: Garden Hotel
Togi: Kogetsukan Ryokan
Wajima: Route Inn Hotel
Suzu: Noto Jiso Ryokan
Wakura Onsen: Kinpaso
Shirakawago: Gassho Zukuri Houses
Takayama: Wat Hotel
Gujo Hachiman: Onoso Ryokan
Gifu: Hotel Resol
Kyoto: Hotel Palace Side
Spend the first few nights at this comfortable hotel in Tokyo
Spend the first few nights at this comfortable hotel in Tokyo
Centrally located with modest but comfy rooms with all the usual facilities
A traditional Japanese experience during the tour
A traditional Japanese experience during the tour
Located close to the lively market and the sea, this hotel also boasts a gender-separated geothermal bathhouse
Located close to the lively market and the sea, this hotel also boasts a gender-separated geothermal bathhouse
Make use of the hot spring bath and enjoy the diverse cuisine offered in the hotel restaurant
Make use of the hot spring bath and enjoy the diverse cuisine offered in the hotel restaurant
Make use of the hot spring bath and enjoy the diverse cuisine offered in the hotel restaurant
Enjoy lots of amenities and a comfortable room on day 11
Enjoy lots of amenities and a comfortable room on day 11
Located across the street from the Kyoto Imperial Palace Park so you can start the day with a leafy stroll
Located across the street from the Kyoto Imperial Palace Park so you can start the day with a leafy stroll