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Custom Bike and Walk Countryside Adventure in Rural Japan

Nagano, Japan
  • 3 days (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

    What's Included

    • Use of bicycle
      Rental bike (e-bike or cross bike), helmet, basic accessories
    • Luggage transport/support vehicle
    • Hands-on activities and cultural stops listed in the itinerary (e.g. soba-making, crafts, etc.)
    • Entry/admission for attractions included in the itinerary (except accommodation-linked experiences)
    • Assistance arranging accommodation at a traditional countryside inn (guests pay the inn directly)
    • Accommodation cost (local inns arranged with our help but settled directly with the property)
      ¥24,000.00 per person
    • Meals
      Dinners & breakfasts (provided by the inn, included in inn cost paid directly by guest)
    • Transport to/from starting point (Iiyama Station)
    • Lunches - Lunch is pay as we go and depends on the location. Estimate 1,000 yen.
    • Travel insurance

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Iiyama Station
      Japan, 389-2253 Nagano, Iiyama, 枡ノ浦

      Iiyama Station is a small easy-to-navigate station on the Hokuriku Shinkansen 2 hours from Tokyo. There is only one Shinkansen gate, where we meet the guests upon arrival. Luggage will be separated into what is needed for the day, while large overnight bags will be delivered to the accommodation.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Arranged start time

    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    • 09/01/2025 - 04/07/2027

      Monday - Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM

    Itinerary

    Day 1

    Temples, Historic Butsudan Street, Rural Rides, Nozawa Onsen and more...

    6 Stops

    1

    Iiyama Station Tourist Information Center

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Iiyama

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Mayumi Takahashi Doll Museum

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    4

    Iiyama

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Nozawa Onsen

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    6

    Nozawa Onsen

    4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Japanese style family run inn or ryokan with meals. Arranged for you, but not included in price. details in itinerary.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 2

    Traditional Japanese Washi Paper, Farmer's Market, Supermarket, & Farmhouse Stay

    7 Stops

    1

    Nozawa Onsen

    3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Hokuryu Lake

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Iiyama

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    内山手すき和紙体験の家（和紙製作／販売工房）

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    Iiyama

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Iiyama Yutaki Onsen

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    7

    Tsunan-machi

    3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    Accommodation: Local farmhouse stay with home-cooked meals. Arranged for you, but not included in price. Details in itinerary.

    Meals: Not included

    Day 3

    Choose Your Route - Remote Valley, Countryside Ride, Cultural Sites

    10 Stops

    1

    Tsunan-machi

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Akiyamago

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Akiyamago Hozon Minka

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    苗場荘

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

    5

    アケヤマ ー秋山郷立大赤沢小学校ー

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    6

    Midama Futoson

    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    7

    Tsunan History and Folklore Museum

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ryugakubonomizu (Pass By)

    8

    津南町農と縄文の体験実習館 なじょもん

    2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    9

    越後田中温泉 しなの荘

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    Accommodation: Not included

    Meals: Not included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • Routes and activities are fully customizable. Adjustments can be made for families with children, older travelers, or guests with mobility challenges. Wheelchair access is possible in certain areas with advance notice; arranging a wheelchair-accessible van or special equipment may incur additional cost. We adapt the pace and itinerary to suit each group.
    • Our itineraries are flexible and can be adapted for travelers with varying health conditions or mobility limitations. Please let us know in advance so we can plan routes and support accordingly.
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    You can cancel up to 6 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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