Stay and Ride

Experience Local Shikoku

Our Stay and Ride Experience Local Shikoku series is a collection of short stay tours where you can base in one location and really explore the region, get to the know the locals and experience life in Shikoku. Not just a cycling tour, Stay and Ride gives you unique cultural experiences in regions fewer tourists visit. And how better to see and experience it all than on 2 wheels! So why don’t you stay and ride? 

2024 Stay and Ride Tours

Stay and Ride Uchiko

A 3 day / 2-night guided cycling tour in beautiful Uchiko town, filled with great riding and immersive cultural experiences.

Duration: 3 days / 2 nights

Difficulty level: 2/5 (easy to moderate)

Price: From JPY 88,000 pp

2024 Dates:

October 14 – 16  Fully Booked

November 18 – 20  Seats available

The trip

A cycle tour with a difference, Stay and Ride Uchiko is curated to offer distinctive, immersive experiences and fantastic riding, unveiling the scenic beauty of one of Shikoku’s most captivating regions. Beyond its historic townscapes and charming villages, this tour caters to travellers seeking a deeper immersion into Japan’s essence.

It’s crafted for those eager to engage with local communities, uncover hidden gems and embrace the genuine spirit of a single region. 

 

Highlights

  • Bike along scenic rural roads, exploring picturesque landscapes
  • Learn Washi craft at a local paper mill and create your own.
  • Visit a local chestnut farm and relish a delicious lunch.
  • Stay in a beautifully renovated townhouse in Uchiko’s historic quater.
  • Experience Kyodo Ryori (regional cuisine) with a unique cooking lesson.