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Custom Bike and Walk Countryside Adventure in Rural Japan

Location Nagano, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
$623.08
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Discover a side of Japan most visitors miss with this 3-day countryside immersion in Nagano. Cycle quiet backroads, meet locals in farming hamlets, and relax in hot spring villages - all just a short train ride from Tokyo.

Unlike a simple day trip, this experience offers a deeper look at life in rural Japan’s Snow Country. Days are filled with gentle cycling, cultural encounters, and changing scenery through rice fields, rivers, and mountain valleys. Evenings are at traditional inns with seasonal meals and a warm welcome from local hosts.

Designed for travelers who want to slow down and experience daily life in rural Japan, this trip blends activity and relaxation into an unforgettable journey.

Highlights:

- Cycle through rural hamlets, rice fields, and riverside paths
- Stay in traditional farm inns with seasonal country meals
- Experience onsen culture at historic a hot-spring town
- Connect with local residents and countryside traditions
- Only 2 hours form Tokyo by Shinkansen
Custom Bike and Walk Countryside Adventure in Rural Japan
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 days

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
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  • Entry/admission for attractions included in the itinerary (except accommodation-linked experiences)
  • Hands-on activities and cultural stops listed in the itinerary (e.g. soba-making, crafts, etc.)
  • Luggage transport/support vehicle
  • Rental bike (e-bike or cross bike), helmet, basic accessories
  • Assistance arranging accommodation at a traditional countryside inn (guests pay the inn directly)
  • Travel insurance
  • Lunches - Lunch is pay as we go and depends on the location. Estimate 1,000 yen.
  • Transport to/from starting point (Iiyama Station)
  • Dinners & breakfasts (provided by the inn, included in inn cost paid directly by guest)
  • Accommodation cost (local inns arranged with our help but settled directly with the property)

Meeting point
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.
Return details
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.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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.
  • If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
    If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
    If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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    Custom Bike and Walk Countryside Adventure in Rural Japan

    Location Nagano, Nagano Prefecture, Japan
    $623.08
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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