Top Nara Prefecture E-Bike Tours

Explore the beautiful rural landscape and discover the story of Yoshino Town, a historically important town in the southern mountains of Nara Prefecture. Description: Meet your guide in front of the station. From there, hop on an electric bicycle and head towards the first destination of the tour: the Yamaguchi Shrine. Here you will learn about Japanese nature worship and its importance to local life. Next, head to nearby Ryumon Gorge and take a short hike through a thick evergreen forest to Ryumon Waterfall, a natural treasure of Yoshino. Cycle past terraced rice fields en route to scenic Lake Tsuboro, where you’ll enjoy a fun ride over a suspension bridge before taking a break at an overlook point to enjoy a local snack. Finally, ride back along a woodland road and take in the fragrant aroma of cedar and cypress trees at a riverside lumber auction yard—part of a 500-year tradition of forestry in the Yoshino region. Return to the train station, ready for the next adventure.

This bike tour is based on our most popular tour, Nara Highlights, but reserved for families with kids with adult-size E-bikes and kids-size bikes. Child seats are available for non-riding kids and infants as well. As it is a private family tour, you can be sure that your guide will take extra care of your group, adjusting and adapting the tour based on your preferences. Pour la demande de guide francophone: Nous ne pouvons pas garantir la francophonie pour un tour partagée, car mélangeant plusieurs nationalités, la priorité deviendra l'anglais. Tous nos guides parlent au minimum anglais et japonais, ce qui veut dire que le français sera une langue supplémentaire. Le guide pourra donc alterner entre anglais et français si nécessaire. Pour garantir la disponibilité du guide francophone à la date souhaitée, veuillez nous contacter à l'avance, afin que nous puissions confirmer qu'un guide francophone est toujours disponible pour votre date de réservation. Merci pour votre compréhension.

Cover the highlights of Nara during this guided half-day biking tour. Mingle with other travelers as you cycle between locations, from the iconic stone lanterns of Kasuga Taisha to Nara Park’s resident deer. Tick off more sights in less time from two wheels. Bottled water and a safety helmet are included.

A full day tour which takes into account all that the amazing mountain town of Yoshino has to offer. Made for those who love cycling, hiking, and exploring historical sites. Our expert local English-speaking guides will give you the best experience possible for a deep dive into the Yoshino region. Description: Ride along the scenic Yoshino river, past lumber yards, ancient shrines, and small mountain settlements as you make your way to the hidden valley of Kisadani. Hike up the Manyo no Michi path, an area whose beauty is written about in Japan’s oldest collection of poetry. After a stop at Takataki Waterfall, make the ascent through the forest to the mountain temple district of Yoshinoyama and visit Kinpusen-ji Zao-do Hall, a base for Shugendo mountain worship for over 1,300 years. Enjoy lunch at a local ridgeline-based restaurant, take some time to explore the town, and shop for gifts at the many local shops. Hike back down to the bikes and ride back to the station.

Escape the hustle and bustle of central Nara, Kyoto, and Osaka, and visit the traditional Japanese village of Asuka. Just a one-hour train ride brings you to this charming village, where beautiful pastoral landscapes remain alongside ancient kofun (tumuli) and the remnants of palaces and temples that whisper tales of a bygone era. Accompanied by your English-speaking guide, explore the period when Japan first developed its governmental and cultural foundations. Cultural experiences include a soy sauce brewery visit, plant dyeing, a visit to a local farm, and a special viewing of traditional performing arts with opportunities to interact with local preservation society members. Stay in BRANCHERA VILLA ASUKA which utilizes 150 year-old traditional Japanese folk house equipped with modern interior to feel like you live in this small charming village with quaint atmosphere (subject to change, depending on the availability).

You will explore THE BEST of what NARA has to offer, cover a day of walking around in 3.5 hours with E-bikes, get more to do in half a day, optimize your trip schedule, and enjoy our connections with the local community, including NARA PARK, TODAIJI TEMPLE, KASUGA TAISHA SHRINE, and a KNIFE MAKING COMPANY, with the chance to buy knives directly from the provider. After the ancient capital of Japan, let's move forward in time to OSAKA, from the 1800s to the 2010s. Learn about the HISTORY of Osaka THROUGH FOOD, DRINKS, and a MUSEUM, with a friendly and knowledgeable local guide to take you where you would never go alone in this AMAZING CITY. 5 STOPS are included in 4 DISTRICTS, 3 TYPES OF FOOD, a HIDDEN MUSEUM, and a perfect finish. French guide request: We cannot guarantee a French-speaking guide, especially for shared tours, as the common language will be English. Please contact us in advance, even for private tours. Thank you for your understanding.

Hop on a comfortable electric bicycle and ride through the peaceful countryside of Ikaruga, a town rich with over 1,400 years of history. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Hōryū-ji Temple and other sites connected to Prince Shōtoku, while enjoying scenic landscapes at your own pace. With plenty of photo stops along the way and guidance from a local who knows every hidden gem, this eco-friendly tour offers both relaxation and discovery. Feel the breeze, soak up the history, and experience Ikaruga like never before!

Are you ready to pedal through 1,400 years of Japanese history? Immerse yourself in the birthplace of Japanese civilization and glide effortlessly past ancient burial mounds, sacred temples, mysterious megalithic stones and terraced rice fields that have barely changed since the Asuka Period. Welcome to Asuka, Japan's imperial heartland — and one of the country's most rewarding and least crowded cycling destinations. With the power of an E-bike beneath you, even the rolling hills of the Yamato countryside become a pleasure. A truly unforgettable addition to any Japan itinerary! WHAT MAKES THIS TOUR UNIQUE ・Carefully designed to visit all the iconic "must-see" sites of the Asuka region ・E-bikes make the gentle hills effortless, so you spend more time exploring ・Small group experience away from the crowds of Kyoto and Nara ・Expert guide with deep knowledge of Asuka's mythology, archaeology and culture ・An intimate mix of nature, history and rural Japanese life you will never forget

Japan traces its cultural identity back to ancient Asuka. Join this guided cycling tour to dive into its rich history and explore local historical gems. Discover the mysteries of ancient kofun burial mounds and other significant sites with a knowledgeable and friendly guide.