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Explore rural Hokkaido, the popular cycling destination of Japan. Soak in the spectacular onsens (natural hot springs) and experience some of Japan's best seafood cuisine on this 10 day - 9 night scenic cycle tour in Northern Japan. The Hokkaido adventure cycling tour can be extended to include a one day guided cycle tour in Kyoto and 2 nights accommodation post-tour.
"Everyone is still in raptures about the whole Japan trip – we all agree it’s one of the best holidays any of us have ever had (and as you’re dealing with a group that have traveled widely and frequently in their long lives, that’s HIGH praise.)" Sue Wannan, Secrets of Hokkaido, June 2009.
- Devised and researched by Ayaka (our Reservations queen) this is an awesome 10 day cycle tour of Japan's popular cycle destination on the northern island of Hokkaido
- Starts in Sapporo, the capital of Hokkaido, finishes in Abashiri Memanbetsu, eastern Hokkaido
- Cycle-friendly rural wide roads cover a variety of landscapes; farm lands, mountains, caldera lakes, volcanoes, gorges and coast
- Experience Hokkaido's fresh seafood oriental cuisines
- Restore tired bodies in onsens (Japanese style natural hot pools), both in indoor and outdoor setting
- A free day in Shiretoko National Park, World Heritage Site, optional sea kayaking, hiking & scenic cruises available
- Selection of comfortable accommodation: hotel, minshuku (Japanese style guest houses), ryokan (traditional Japanese inn with hot springs), lakeside lodge and farmstay
- Full vehicle support throughout, English speaking Japanese guides
- Extension option in the exciting and ancient city of Kyoto and 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.
- Bike rental included
" Hokkaido cycling provided a wonderful experience of action, culture and rural Japan. This trip was the best!" Alister Hawkey, Secrets of Hokkaido, July 2008.
If you want more, view our NEW Northern Islands of Hokkaido cycle tour designed to combine with the Secrets of Hokkaido June 21st departure. Discover the secluded twin islands of Rishiri and Rebun, which provide wonderful playgrounds for cyclists, hikers, kayakers, flower enthusiasts and bird watchers.

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Jun 21st |
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Aug 30th |
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Sep 13th |
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Sapporo |
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