 Kyushu’s historical, geographical and economic treasures make for a perfect cycling destination for those seeking both cultural and natural attractions. Located in the southern part of Japan, Kyushu is the third largest island known for being a hot spot of steaming hot springs. Onsen (a Japanese word for hot springs) provides great opportunities to meet friendly locals and sooth muscles after some challenging rides. This 11 day itinerary explores some national parks covering Japan’s largest volcano Mount Aso and its astonishing caldera, Amakusa’s tranquil coastlines, as well as the World Heritage Yakushima Island. Kumamoto offers a chance to glimpse into a modern city life and a feudal Japan at its landmark Kumamoto Castle. We will also guide you through some tea growing areas and unique sand bathing sites of southern Kagoshima, often claimed as an experience of a lifetime! Our tours are timed to coincide with the best of the spring and autumn weather to make the most of your cycling holiday in Japan.
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.
"Loved the variety of scenery, biking terrain and lounging in the onsen after a great day of riding then dining sumptuously on beautifully presented food. Life does not get better than this!" Jeanne Bright, NZ, Kyushu Cycle Tour May 2010
- Devised and researched by Ayaka (our in-house staff from Japan)
- Starts in Yufuin, finishes on Yakushima Island
- Cycle some of Japans most scenic and cycle-friendly roads, including purpose built coastal cycling paths up to 25Km!
- Cycle up to the rim of one of the largest calderas on the world, for breathtaking views of the steaming active volcano, Mt Aso!
- Restore tired bodies after a day of cycling in onsens (Japanese style natural hot pools)
- Explore the beautiful and historic war time Kumamoto-jo Castle in Kumamoto City
- Cycle through small villages on narrow twisting roads and visit quaint fishing towns
- Visit a Green Tea farm and a 100 year old brewery to taste Japan's native beverage, Shochu
- Selection of comfortable accommodation: hotel, minshuku (guest houses), and ryokan (traditional inns), most of which have on site onsen
- Discover the stunning UNESCO World Heritage Yakushima Island with ancient cedar forests and wild monkeys
- Enjoy the generous spirit of the Japanese people
- Full vehicle supporte, English speaking guides
- Price includes bike rental, 10 breakfasts and 7 dinners
- Optional extension trip Discovery of Kyoto 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 clientsbr />
To see more images of our Treasures of Kyushu tour check out our online gallery.
"I thought the Secrets of Hokkaido trip was great but this one beats it in every dimension - culturally, accommodation, cycling, food, even the natural heritage in Yakushima." Mike Gray, NZ, Kyushu Cycle Tour, May 2010
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