"NEW ZEALAND. Cycling and Hiking Adventures"

 

 

Kyoto Discovery Cycle Extension - this tour is available on demand.
We offer an option to extend your Hokkaido/Kyushu cycle holiday to Kyoto, the former capital of Japan, where there remain many temples and shrines. If you are taking this option we suggest you arrange your flight to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) or Osaka Itami Airport (ITM) on your final day of your Hokkaido/Kyushu tour. Your Kyoto guide will meet you at the hotel on the following morning.

Day 1 Kyoto City Cycling
Japan's former capital, Kyoto, is still a major centre for religion, culture, and...cycling! Kyoto's riverside cycling paths, back alleys lined with traditional houses and shops, and peaceful hillside temples make it the perfect destination to explore by bicycle. This guided extension tour takes you from bustling central Kyoto across town to a dedicated cycling path along the Katsura river.  

 

Cycle past community gardens and baseball fields to the outlying district of Arashiyama, famous for its bamboo forests and the wooden bridge of Togetsukyo. From there, continue on past the shores of Ozawa pond to seek enlightenment at the centuries-old rock garden in the Zen temple of Ryoanji. Pedal on to marvel at Kinkakuji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion, then coast back into town by way of the Kamo river, stopping on the way for a foot bath and cup of green tea.
Accommodation: Hotel/Ensuite (B, L)
Cycling distances – 50km

Day 2 Extension finishes in Kyoto
The extension tour finishes after breakfast today. You may wish to go souvenir shopping or explore the town further on your own in Kyoto before you leave the country. Seek more information from your Kyoto guide for details about crafts centre, bike shops etc. We suggest you take a bus from Kyoto Station to Osaka Kansai airport as the easiest travel mode. (B)

Included:

2 nights accommodation on twin/double share basis

2 breakfasts & 1 lunch

English speaking guide

Rental bike Admission fees

Not included:

Airfare Transport from/to airport

2 evening meals

Price:

NZD $970 per person
No single supplement
This tour is available for a minimum of 5 people.  If you are interested in booking this tour, please contact us.