8 Days Japan Biking Adventure Tour Package

Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Priced From: $8,995 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: May, Oct
Start/Finish: Tokyo / Kyoto

In much of Japan, tradition only presents itself on the periphery. However, once you leave the cities and get far off the main line of the Shinkansen, the memories return. Modern Japan can be intoxicating, but like sake, you won’t really understand its flavours until you have seen how the rice is grown. Japan isn’t a place that opens up easily. B&R takes a subtle approach to fitting in ­– shower before and after you bathe, bring business cards everywhere, address people according to age – we stand out, but only for our great understanding.

Notonosho Ryokan, Wajima
Since the Noto Peninsula is considered the inaka (countryside), fancy hotels simply do not exist. Notonosho is a 20-room inn with a refined feel and is a great introduction to the Japanese aesthetic. Rooms are spacious and all feature tatami mat floors and futon beds. Located on the coast just north of Wajima, it will be the perfect base from which to explore the Noto Peninsula.

Tadaya Ryokan
Set in the hot spring town of Wakura Onsen, Tadaya perches over the Sea of Japan and attracts Japanese from all over the country to bath in its famous hot springs. Enjoy the beautiful sunset from the window of your spacious room. Tadaya boasts an onsen with hot spring baths inside, outside and in private tubs.

Excel Hotel Tokyu, Kanazawa
A break from the tatami mats and futons, the Excel is a comfortable four-star property that offers modern Western-style rooms (and beds!), and is located within easy walking distance of the city’s shopping, restaurant and historic districts.

Kayotei Ryokan, Yamanaka
A family-owned traditional inn, the exquisite Kayotei Ryokan is what all Japanese ryokans should be like. The hospitality is warm and charming but very unobtrusive. The 10-room inn is set amidst a natural forest that the owner, Mr. Kamiguchi, has preserved in its original state. Carefully placed works of art and antiques add to the feeling of being in someone’s private home. The simply designed hot spring overlooks the forest and provides the perfect place for meditation.

Westin Miyako, Kyoto
Ideally located a short walk from many of the main attractions in Kyoto, the Miyako has recently been renovated and now once again takes its place as the leading hotel in the city. Since many travellers will be staying on in Kyoto, travelling to other areas of Japan or departing for home, the extremely helpful Miyako staff will readily assist with all arrangements. Rooms have views over the city and are appointed with the latest modern facilities.

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