15 Days
Available on:
- 25 September – 10 October 2024
- 15 October 2024 – 30 October 2024
- 15 October 2025 – 30 October 2025
- Custom dates
Tour Highlights:
- Jigokudani Park (hot springs frequented by monkeys)
- Overnighting in traditional Ryokans
- Superb back road riding across the Alps
- Former capital of Kyoto, one of Japan’s most historic cities
- Hiroshima and nearby Miyajima with its famous Torii Gate
- Riding the stunning Izu Peninsula
- Epic views of Mt Fuji
- Experiencing traditional onsens, or hot springs
Tour Description:
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99% of this ride is on pavement. Generally, the roads on this tour are in superb condition however some of the back roads are single lane only with unprotected shoulders. Some roads can have loose gravel and some rarely used country roads can have autumn vegetation on the roads making them slippery. There are many many twisties on this ride with some twisties having steep ascents as you ride through the corners. Some roads can be very busy.
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1% of this drive will be offroad. We never claim any ride is 100% paved as we may encounter some roadworks, landslide damage and detours that may be dirt.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrive at the airport, where our transfer takes you to the joining hotel, gearing up for tomorrow’s start. Meet your crew today for a tour briefing and welcome dinner.
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Day 2: Collect bikes from Yokohama and ride the winding Nakatsu River roads. Head north to the 100-year-old Takaragawa Onsen for our first night in Japan.
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Day 3: Explore the Romantic Road, entering the majestic Japan Alps. Ride the highest point in the Joshin’etsu Kogen National Park, visit snow monkeys, and lodge in Kamishiro Mountain.
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Day 4: Head south, visiting the historic Matsumoto Castle and riding the renowned Venus Line. Spend the night in the Japan Alps’ Hirayu traditional village.
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Day 5: Experience superb riding on the Shirakawa-go White Line Road, connecting UNESCO-listed villages. Reach Awara and stay at the magnificent Grania Housen.
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Day 6: Ride the coastline, enjoying the Mikata Five Lakes Rainbow Line. Take a cable car for panoramic views and continue to Kumihama, a stunning hotel overlooking Kumihama Bay.
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Day 7: Leave Kumihama Bay, riding inland and onto the coast. Visit the sand dunes of Tottori, cross the Chugoku Mountain range, and stay in Onomichi, surrounded by hills full of temples.
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Day 8: Swap bikes for the Shinkansen to Hiroshima. Visit the Peace Memorial Museum, Atomic Bomb Dome, and ferry to Miyajima, home to the famous Itsukushima-jinja shrine and floating Torii Gate.
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Day 9: Cross to Shikoku via the Shimanami Kaido, ride to Iya Valley, and explore its deep gorges, rushing rivers, and bizarre “scarecrow village.”
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Day 10: Ride the mountain roads around Mt Tsurugi, cross the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, and reach Kyoto, the former imperial capital, for a two-night stay.
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Day 11: Explore Kyoto’s cultural richness with a city guide, visiting Fushimi Inari-Taisha and Kinkaku-Ji Buddhist Temple. Enjoy a Geisha show and delve into the city’s traditions.
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Day 12: Depart Kyoto, ride along the Abo Valley, take a lakeside route along Lake Biwa, and arrive in Gujo, scenically located at the confluence of the Nagara & Yoshida rivers.
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Day 13: Explore the Kiso Valley, visit the well-preserved Magome village, and ride north through the Central Alps with glimpses of iconic Mt Fuji. Overnight at Yamanakako with epic views.
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Day 14: Cross onto the Izu Peninsula, known for stunning coastlines and mountainous interior. Ride the Nishu Isu Skyline and explore off-the-beaten tracks, visiting the Kawazu Seven Waterfalls.
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Day 15: Ride the superb Izu Skyline and Tsubaki Line before returning to Yokohama. Have a farewell dinner to reminisce about this extraordinary journey.
Departure day:
The choice is yours – spend some extra time in Ulaan Baatar or catch your flight back home.
Accommodation:
15 nights of accommodation: hotels range from small hotels with Onsen to 5 star hotel.
A flexible attitude is needed, as services in these extremely remote regions of Central Asia will NOT be what you are accustomed to.
All accommodation is on a twin share basis. If you are traveling alone we will pair you up with another solo traveler. However, if you prefer single accommodation a single supplement is available: US$ 1,530 (please note that you may be required to share a bathroom at least once on this trip).
Available upgrades:
All accommodation is twin or double share, if you would like a single room there will be a single supplement: US $1,530. (Please note, you may be required to share a bathroom at least once on this trip).
What’s Included:
- Airport Transfers
- Bike rental
- Fuel & tolls
- 15 nights’ accommodation in ryokans and hotels
- 15 breakfasts
- 2 Lunches
- 12 Dinners
- Services of leader and local support staff
- Access to Tour operator App / Chock full of tour info, route maps & what to expect
- Pre-departure material
- Access to satellite phone, pay per minute
- Entrances to all attractions & excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Shinkansen (bullet train) to Hiroshima
Not Included:
- International Flights
- Riding Gear
- Visas (if required)
- Personal Health/Travel Insurance (mandatory)
- Tips and gratuities
Available Motorcycles:
- Honda CB400SF
- Honda XL750
- Suzuki vStrom 800
- Ducati Multistrada 950S
- BMW R1250GS
- Ducati Multistrada V4S
Motorcycles are insured and have a damage excess of JP ¥100,000, excess reduction is not available on this trip.
All riders must have a valid motorcycle license.
All riders must have appropriate insurance for this type of expedition.
Location
Recommended Tours
Company Address
Wheelix International Co., Ltd.
352/329 Moo 12, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chon Buri, Thailand.