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 Originally created as an extension itinerary for the Secrets of Hokkaido, now this tour is proved to be worth while on its own! This 7 day itinerary introduces you to more rural and leisurely cycling on the east and north coast of Hokkaido. If you are reading this here you probably already know Hokkaido does the food well – the best, freshest seafood offered in the country. The food gets more exotic and even higher quality as we journey further north, and onto the islands located off the coast of Hokkaido. Rishiri and Rebun Islands are gems largely undiscovered by international tourists, offering superb cycling and hiking opportunities in the summer. Experience the world class cycling in Rishiri Island, covering some 20km of designated bike paths and viaducts built just for cyclists and walkers. The neighbouring Rebun Island provides a nice contrast of attractive hiking amid alpine flowers. We highly recommend our 2 nights extension option in Kyoto, including a day cycling through a bamboo forest, rock garden, Zen temple and the Golden Pavilion.
"Rebun & Reshiri are worth a trip to Japan on their own!" - Robert Faulks, Australia, Northern Islands of Hokkaido Cycle Tour, July 2010
- Devised and researched by Ayaka (our in-house staff from Japan)
- Starts from Abashiri Memanebtsu in eastern Hokkaido and finishing in Wakkanai, the northernmost town of Japan
- Explore the Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park, undiscovered cycling paradise
- Cycle-friendly rural wide roads, including purpose built cycling lanes in Rishiri Island
- Spectacular hiking in Rebun Island, home to numerous alpine flowers
- Experience Hokkaido’s fresh seafood oriental cuisines and unique onsen (Japanese style natural hot pools)
- Selection of comfortable accommodation: hotel, minshuku (guest houses), and ryokan (traditional inns), most of which have on site onsen
- Enjoy the generous spirit of the Japanese people
- Full vehicle support throughout, English speaking guides
- Price includes Bike rental, 6 breakfasts and 5 dinners
- Optional cycle tour in the ancient city of Kyoto - Kyoto Discovery Cycle. Enjoy a day cycling tour around Arashiyama bamboo forest, zen rock garden and other historic sights (includes two nights accommodation in central Kyoto). This option is available for a minimum of 5 clients.
To see some more pictures from our Northern Islands of Hokkaido tour check out our online gallery.
"It was a great experience being part of the inaugural 'islands' tour and having the opportunity to have some flexibility in a small group, congratulations on a great job Ayaka, Ken and Toby." - Terry Lampard, Northern Islands of Hokkaido Cycle Tour, July 2010
Haiku – traditional Japanese poem comprising 3 phrases with 5,7 and 5 syllables per line. In their pure forms poems should also include an element of nature or the seasons. The haiku below were composed by members of a recent tour of Hokkaido and reflect the feelings of the group to their experiences.
“High Mt Rishiri
Rising in the Okhostk Sea
Cloaked in fog and mist.”
Judy Packard, San Juan Islands, USA
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“Giant eagles watched
bicycle people pass by
leaving them amazed.”
Jane Sereda, Washington State, USA
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“Cycle pulsing earth
Her salty breath caresses
Abundance in life.”
Kate Gordon, Anchorage, Alaska |
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