Experience rural Japan with this half-day cycling tour with electric bikes. Pedal along Lake Biwa and marvel at the rural landscape that has been shaped through traditional agriculture for centuries. Get some insight into the daily life of farmers and receive an intimate glimpse into a Japanese family home.

Programme Details

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This tour begins at 10:00 at JR Shiga station, located approximately 40 min by train north of Kyoto. Experience untouched Japan on this authentic half-day guided cycling tour along the shores of Lake Biwa. Hop on electric bikes and begin the journey through the peaceful, small streets along Lake Biwa, cruising through ancient villages.

Follow the guide through the countryside to terraced rice fields. Meet some farmers and help them with their seasonal farming activities, such as planting, or harvesting rice, fruits or vegetables. Talk to the farmers and learn about life in the local farming communities of rural Japan. 

Get back in the saddle and follow the guide to a local family home to assist the hostess in cooking some authentic chicken sukiyaki. The dish is prepared using the local rice and home-grown vegetables. Try some of the region’s specialties, such as pickled sour plums, that were prepared by the hostess herself. Interact with the hosts and experience life and the warm hospitality of a rural Japanese household.

After this truly unique lunch, cycle back to JR Shiga station. Enjoy the gentle breeze blowing from the lake and the varied landscape with the Hira mountain range in the background. 

Once back at the station, return the bicycles and bid farewell to the guide. At the end of the day, reflect on the unique experience during a scenic train journey back to Kyoto.

Notes:

- This tour is unavailable on weekends and Japanese public holidays, as well as blackout periods in July, August, and September. Please inquire regarding specific dates.
- Reservations accepted from 2 guests. 
- In case of inclement weather, the tour may cancelled.
- For safety reasons, this activity is limited to guests 70 years and younger who are confident and experienced with riding a bicycle.
- Children under 15 years of age have to be accompanied by an adult and minimum height is 152 cm.
- Please contact your Travel Consultant for availability. Please note that all of the services and tours have yet to be booked and that they are proposed for your reference only. We will start making reservations after we receive your confirmation.
- Please inform your Travel Consultant of any special dietary requirements and physical conditions that you may have. We strongly recommend the purchase of a travel insurance that also covers emergency medical evacuation.

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