Seto Inland Sea and Shikoku Cycle

Seto Inland Sea and Shikoku Cycling Tour

A 10 day cycling tour on the Shimanami Kaido and Shikoku Island

Duration

10 Days, 9 Nights

Interested in making this tour private?

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Difficulty: Level 2 of 5

Max Distance: 70km
Max Elevation Gain: 800m

A reasonable level of fitness required.

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Rental Bikes

E-bikes, Carbon Road Bikes and aluminum cross bikes are available for this tour.

Accomodation

Premium Hotels & Traditional Ryokan

Enjoy a 9-night stay across a carefully selected mix of high-quality hotels and traditional ryokan, supporting local businesses along the way

Price

2027 Pricing

Per person (twin / double): ¥665,000
Single supplement: +¥88,000

Early Bird Offer

The first 6 guests to confirm their place on each departure will receive a 5% discount on the tour price.

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The trip

Shikoku Island is rapidly emerging as one of Asia’s top cycling destinations, and for good reason. Renowned worldwide for its 88-temple pilgrimage, Shikoku is brimming with beautiful forests, deep river valleys, and dramatic coastlines, where history and culture can be discovered at every turn.

Join us on this fully supported cycling tour as we delve deep into the Shikoku region, pausing to explore historic towns and villages, ancient temples, and Shinto shrines along the way. Immerse yourself in the delightful tapestry of local life, savouring wonderful Japanese cuisine crafted from the finest local ingredients. All this, while enjoying some of the finest cycling that Japan has to offer!

Highlights

Cycle on the islands and bridges of the famous Shimanami Kaido, one of Japan’s finest cycling routes.

Explore stunning Shikoku Island, with its beautiful coastline, emerald green river valleys and ancient temples and shrines. The cycling here is some of the best in Japan.
Soak in a hot-spring and enjoy fantastic local cuisine at our wonderful range of accommodation.

Visit Dogo Onsen in Matsuyama, Japans oldest and most prestigous hotspring.
Spend 2 nights in Uchiko town, a hidden gem in Shikoku, where you can immerse yourself in Japanese culture and tradition.

Explore regions many visitors don’t see and get a genuine experience with our local guides.

Bike Rental Options

We offer a fleet of high-quality Specialized and Giant bikes for this tour, including carbon road bikes, e-bikes, and hybrid options to suit a range of riding styles and preferences.

Carbon Road Bikes

Specialized Aethos / Roubaix
Lightweight, performance-focused bikes ideal for experienced road cyclists.
¥77,000 for the tour duration

E-Bikes

Specialized Vado
Comfortable, lightweight and powerful pedal-assist bikes, ideal for a more relaxed riding experience. Step-through frames available
¥77,000 for the tour duration

Hybrid Bikes

Giant RX / Specialized Sirrus
Versatile and comfortable, suitable for mixed terrain and casual riding.
¥30,000 for the tour duration

All rentals include high quality helmet, handlebar bag and setup and fitting prior to the tour.

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Departures

Reserve your spot on your preferred tour by clicking the link below. You’ll be taken to our booking form to share a few details with us, and we’ll be in touch shortly to confirm your place.

If a departure is full, you can still use the same form to join the waitlist. We’ll reply with a confirmation and let you know your position on the list, along with any updates as they arise.