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1680 KM
Japan's cultural &
natural landscapes
22 May 2025
Arrival in
Tokyo
Highlights: Spend a day in Tokyo to get a feel for this vibrant city. Key sights include the iconic Shibuya Crossing, bustling with hundreds of people; the Asakusa district with Senso-ji Temple; and the towering Tokyo Skytree. It’s the perfect day to explore Japan’s urban culture and prepare for the start of your tour.
Greeting: Meet your tour leader, Mindaugas! He’ll welcome you in Tokyo, ensuring everyone is prepared and ready for the adventure.
23 May 2025
Tokyo to
Nikko
Highlights: Begin by leaving Tokyo’s urban sprawl and ride north toward the serene and historic city of Nikko. Key sights include the famous Toshogu Shrine, a lavishly decorated World Heritage site, and Lake Chuzenji with the cascading Kegon Falls nearby.
Roads: Winding mountain roads offer a thrilling start to the trip, with smooth and scenic routes as you ascend into the Nikko region.
24 May 2025
Nikko to
Kusatsu
Highlights: Depart Nikko and head to Kusatsu Onsen, one of Japan’s most famous hot spring towns. Enjoy the geothermal sights of the Yubatake (hot water field) and the therapeutic hot springs Kusatsu is known for.
Roads: Ride through the scenic countryside, with a mix of hilly terrain and winding paths.
25 May 2025
Kusatsu to Matsumoto (via Hakuba)
Highlights: Ride through the Japanese Alps, passing Hakuba, a famous ski resort town, on the way to Matsumoto. Key stops include Matsumoto Castle, one of Japan’s most beautiful and oldest castles, and the picturesque alpine scenery of the Hakuba Valley.
Roads: Mountain routes with panoramic views, offering a good mix of twisty roads and scenic stretches.
26 May 2025
Matsumoto to Takayama (via Naraijuku)
Highlights: Begin with a visit to Naraijuku, a charming post town along the historic Nakasendo Trail. Continue to Takayama, renowned for its well-preserved Edo-period streets, sake breweries, and temples.
Roads: A relaxed day with fewer kilometers, allowing time to explore the historic towns at a leisurely pace.
27 May 2025
Takayama to Kanazawa
Highlights: Head to the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama, famous for their unique gassho-zukuri farmhouses. Continue to Kanazawa, where you can visit Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s top three gardens, and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art.
Roads: Beautiful rural roads surrounded by forested mountains and quaint villages, offering some of the tour’s most picturesque scenery.
28 May 2025
Kanazawa
to Kyoto
Highlights: Ride south to Kyoto, Japan’s cultural heart, known for its temples, shrines, and historical districts like Gion. This longer day sets you up for a full day of exploration in Kyoto.
Roads: Well-maintained highways and scenic stretches along the Sea of Japan coast, eventually giving way to Kyoto’s historic landscapes.
29 May 2025
Kyoto (Rest Day)
Highlights: A full day to explore Kyoto’s cultural riches. Top spots include Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Fushimi Inari Shrine, and Kiyomizu-dera Temple. This day allows for relaxed sightseeing and rest.
Roads: No riding today—focus on cultural immersion and relaxation.
30 May 2025
Kyoto to
Koyasan (via Nara)
Highlights: Ride from Kyoto to the sacred Mount Koya (Koyasan), stopping in Nara to visit the Todaiji Temple and the friendly deer of Nara Park. Koyasan’s Okunoin Cemetery and Kongobuji Temple offer a deeply spiritual experience.
Roads: A mix of urban roads, countryside, and mountainous terrain, culminating in winding roads leading up to Koyasan.
31 May 2025
Highlights: Depart the mountains and head south to the coastal town of Toba, known for its pearl cultivation and seafood. Enjoy a visit to Mikimoto Pearl Island or take in the ocean views along the coastline.
Roads: A varied route through both mountain roads and seaside stretches as you approach the coast.
Koyasan to
Toba
01 June 2025
Toba to
Kawaguchiko (via Mt. Fuji)
Highlights: A long but rewarding day riding north toward Mount Fuji. End the day in Kawaguchiko, one of the Fuji Five Lakes, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and possibly a relaxing onsen.
Roads: A mix of coastal and inland routes with Fuji in the distance, gradually approaching the iconic mountain.
02 June 2025
Kawaguchiko to
Tokyo (via Hakone)
Highlights: Ride back to Tokyo, passing through Hakone, famous for its hot springs and views of Mount Fuji. Consider stopping at the Hakone Open-Air Museum or taking a scenic cruise on Lake Ashi.
Roads: Finish with scenic roads around Hakone before merging onto highways back into Tokyo, completing the journey.
03 June 2025
Tokyo (Post-Tour day)
Highlights: A final day in Tokyo is perfect for saying goodbye to Mindaugas and fellow riders, as well as visiting any remaining sights. Recommended stops include the upscale Ginza district for shopping or Akihabara, famous for electronics and anime culture.
Farewell: Say goodbye to your tour leader, Mindaugas, as he bids you farewell after this unforgettable adventure, wishing you a safe journey home.
Inclusions :
Unforgettable Moto Trip to Japan’s cultural and
natural landscapes
Motorcycle Yamaha Tracer or MT-07 with cases.
Gasoline.
Lithuanian tour Leader with Scenic Explorer.
Comprehensive motorcycle insurance.
Support 24/7 from Japan company.
ETC card, tolls, road taxes.
Breakfasts.
Transfer to Hotel in Tokyo.
Ferry ride.
Hotel Accommodation (12 Nights Hotel) in traditional ryokan, as well as regular hotels, plus a temple stay in Koyasan.
Exclusions :
Plain tickets to Tokyo.
Lunch & Dinner throughout the tour.
Tips.
entrance fees to museums, castles, temples, gardens.
Anything that is not mentioned in the section “inclusions”.