Top Tochigi Prefecture Mountain Bike Tours

This is a premium cycling tour through the great outdoors with a local guide. You will visit all of Oku-Nikko's spectacular scenic spots. The tour passes along a Ramsar protected area where only low-pollution buses are allowed, chill time by Odashirogahara, and finishes at Tachiki-Kannon, where you can do Zen meditation in a special room not usually open to the public, for a time of physical and mental wellness. The clear, beautiful nature and authentic atmosphere of Oku-Nikko, which has long been chosen as a vacation home by ambassadors from many countries, will be fully enjoyed, allowing you to experience the charm of Oku-Nikko.

* Enjoy a half-day e-bike tour in scenic Oku-Nikko * Ride through forest roads, lakeside scenery, and wetland landscapes * Electric-assist bikes make uphill sections easier * Ideal for travelers who want a short but satisfying outdoor experience * Learn about Nikko’s nature and history from a local guide * Coffee or tea included

E-bike cycling tour in Oku-Nikko, above the Nikko Iroha slope. After ascending the Chuzenji Skyline, you will hike to the Hangetsuyama Observation Deck, where you can see Mt. Nantai and Lake Chuzenji. This is a hybrid tour combining cycling and hiking. Drink service is included. Guides will lead you through history and local stories, so you can have a good time while experiencing the charms of Nikko. Thanks to comfortable e-bikes (electric bicycles), even those who are not confident in their physical strength can enjoy cycling with relative ease.

The first day of the tour will be spent visiting Nikko's two World Heritage shrines and one temple, and enjoying hot springs and local cuisine. Next day is a premium cycling tour of Oku-Nikko's spectacular scenery and wilderness with a Nikko monk. You will visit all of Oku-Nikko's most scenic spots and enjoy a Dharma talk intertwined with Oku-Nikko's history and nature. The tour will pass along a Ramsar protected area where only low-pollution buses are allowed to enter, chill time by Lake Chuzenji, and spend a time of physical and mental wellness by doing zazen in a special room not usually open to the public at the goal destination, Tachiki Kannon. This tour will allow you to fully enjoy the clear and beautiful nature and authentic atmosphere of Oku-Nikko, which has long been chosen as a vacation home by ambassadors from many countries, and to experience the charm of Oku-Nikko.

- Experience the nature ride. Bike through forests, travel along streams, and let yourself be part of the great natural landscape of Nasu National Park. - A fat bike with oversized tires can provide a stable ride even on gravel. Both beginners and children can also enjoy the tour. - You will be riding through forests and along streams on a mountain, but there won’t be too many ups and downs. You’ll be able to keep up the pace even if stamina is your concern. - You will enjoy a wide variety of views including not only forests and rivers but also peaceful villages and rice fields that stretch to the horizon. - While taking a break at a clear river, our guide will make delicious coffee for you. - To join the tour, just sign up. Everything you need including a bike and helmet is included in the tour package.

This is a premium cycling tour of Oku-Nikko's spectacular scenery and wilderness with a Nikko monk. You will visit all of Oku-Nikko's most scenic spots and enjoy a Dharma talk intertwined with Oku-Nikko's history and nature. The tour will pass along a Ramsar protected area where only low-pollution buses are allowed to enter, chill time by Lake Chuzenji, and spend a time of physical and mental wellness by doing zazen in a special room not usually open to the public at the goal destination, Tachiki Kannon. This tour will allow you to fully enjoy the clear and beautiful nature and authentic atmosphere of Oku-Nikko, which has long been chosen as a vacation home by ambassadors from many countries, and to experience the charm of Oku-Nikko.