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Island to Island, by Bicycle: 10 Days Through the Shimanami Kaido and Hiroshima

An active journey riding an e-bike across the islands of the Seto Inland Sea, enjoying seaside lodging, island food, and the history of Hiroshima and Miyajima.

10 Days / 9 NightsTokyo → Kyoto → Onomichi → Shimanami Kaido / Tobishima Kaido → Imabari → Hiroshima / MiyajimaYear-roundActivity Level: Active
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Model Course

Island to Island, by Bicycle: 10 Days Through the Shimanami Kaido and Hiroshima

Travel through Tokyo and Kyoto to Onomichi, ride an e-bike across the Shimanami Kaido and Tobishima Kaido, and finish in Hiroshima and Miyajima. An active 10-day journey enjoying the islands of the Seto Inland Sea.

Indicative Price: USD 5,890〜
Island to Island, by Bicycle: 10 Days Through the Shimanami Kaido and Hiroshima
Experiences

What Awaits You on This Journey

Arrival in Tokyo

Travel individually to your hotel in Tokyo.

Kyoto Private Sightseeing

In a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver, visit destinations of your choice from Kinkaku-ji Temple, Nijo Castle, Nishiki Market, Arashiyama, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.

Tobishima Kaido

Ride about 20 km across Omishima Island to the port. Take a ferry to Okamurajima Island and explore the Tobishima Kaido, Mitarai, and more. The distance can be adjusted up to about 60 km.

End of Tour

Check out of your hotel. Transfers to your next city or the airport are arranged on request.

Itinerary

10-Day Itinerary

The itinerary below is a model plan. The content and order can be adjusted to match your interests, fitness level, travel companions, and preferred pace.

DAY1

Arrival in Tokyo

Travel individually to your hotel in Tokyo.

DAY2

Tokyo Private Sightseeing

In the morning, visit the area around the Imperial Palace and Sensoji Temple and Nakamise with a guide; the afternoon is free.

DAY3

Tokyo, Kyoto

Travel to Kyoto by shinkansen. After arrival, sightsee freely at places such as Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.

DAY4

Kyoto Private Sightseeing

In a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver, visit destinations of your choice from Kinkaku-ji Temple, Nijo Castle, Nishiki Market, Arashiyama, and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.

DAY5

Kyoto, Onomichi

Travel to Onomichi by train. Check in to waterfront lodging geared toward cyclists and enjoy local food such as Onomichi ramen.

DAY6

Shimanami Kaido, Day 1

Ride about 40 km with a guide to Omishima Island. Stay two consecutive nights at a seaside glamping facility.

DAY7

Tobishima Kaido

Ride about 20 km across Omishima Island to the port. Take a ferry to Okamurajima Island and explore the Tobishima Kaido, Mitarai, and more. The distance can be adjusted up to about 60 km.

DAY8

Shimanami Kaido, Day 2

Ride the remaining approximately 40 km to Imabari. Stop at Oyamazumi Shrine if you wish, then head to your hotel in Imabari.

DAY9

Imabari, Hiroshima, Miyajima

Travel to Hiroshima by highway bus. Visit the Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome, then explore Miyajima and Itsukushima Shrine in the afternoon.

DAY10

End of Tour

Check out of your hotel. Transfers to your next city or the airport are arranged on request.

Hotels

About Accommodation

Accommodation

The Gate Hotel Tokyo By Hulic or an equivalent-class property

Accommodation

Hotel Granvia Kyoto or an equivalent-class property

Accommodation

TBA

Accommodation

Imabari Kokusai Hotel or an equivalent-class property

Accommodation

Hotel Granvia Hiroshima or an equivalent-class property

Notes

9 nights, 10 days. Includes breakfast daily, dinner twice, e-bike rental, baggage transfer and basic insurance along the Shimanami Kaido, guides in Tokyo, the Shimanami area, and Hiroshima, intercity transportation, and tips. Admission fees and some local transportation are separate. Prices, schedule, and accommodation are subject to change. The latest conditions will be provided with your official quote.

Source: Amnet no Tabi

Plan Your Trip

Make this journey your own.

We can adjust the number of days, amount of travel, food, and cultural experiences to match your preferences.

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