Highlights
- Cycle through one of the most scenic areas of central Honshu
- Explore the hidden gems of Ishikawa Prefecture
- Set your own pace during this self-guided tour
Description
Discover the wonders of picturesque Noto Peninsula by embarking on this self-guided bike tour. Set your own pace and enjoy this prime cycling destination.
Details
Embark on a self-guided cycling adventure in the scenic Japanese countryside. The tour is designed with the casual cyclist in mind, looking to enjoy the unique experience of the lesser known, however truly mesmerizing Japanese country.
Gear up, and set on a 4-day exploration of one of Japans's most scenic coastal cycling routes - Noto Peninsula, located in Ishikawa Prefecture, on Japan's main island of Honshu.
Tour itinerary
Day 1: Noto Satoyama Airport to Wajima (18 km)
Start your bike trip across Noto Peninsula at Noto Satoyama Airport. Get geared up and head north-west to Wajima. Once you reach your destination for the day, explore Wajima, or just relax and get ready for the following day.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel
Day 2: Wajima to Suzu - 68 km
Today will be a long but rewarding day, which you can start with a brief visit to the Wajima morning market, packed with fresh local farm and sea produce. Then, move further north for the big push to the top end of the Noto Peninsula. Stop along the way to see the famed terraced rice fields. Scenery at the top of Noto suddenly changes from rugged hillsides to a gentler and easier ride down into Suzu. There are several spikes in elevation gain during the day, but overall a smooth and enjoyable ride. After reaching your accommodation, you can check in, take a bath, and recharge your batteries for the following day.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel
Day 3: Suzu to Anamizu (70 km)
Heading out after breakfast, make your way out of Suzu, but not before cycling past Mitsukejima, also known as Battleship Rock, which extends 30 meters into the air. You can also check out Koiji Beach, the site of many interesting rock formations and which is also known as ‘The Beach of the Path to Love’. Elevation gains are kept to a minimum today as you make your way to Anamizu. Once there, check into your accommodation and relax.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel
Day 4: Anamizu to Noto Satoyama Airport (11 km)
After breakfast and check out, on your last day of cycling you will head north-eastwards to Noto Satoyama Airport, which is where the tour ends.
Important information
Included in price
- All accommodation
- Breakfast, dinner on all days
- Route planners
- Wi-Fi routers
- Support desk (24 x 7)
Not included
- Transportation to/from starting and ending points of the tour
- Delivery of own bike from Tokyo/Osaka/Nagoya to Noto Satoyama Airport, and from Noto Satoyama Airport back to Tokyo/Osaka/Nagoya
- Any personal costs incurred during the tour
- Private travel insurance - although the tour includes some limited 3rd party property and injury insurance, we encourage our customers to arrange private travel insurance for the duration of the tour
Minimum number of participants required for the tour to run is 2.
Know before you book
- Departures are available every week between April 1 and October 31, excluding August due to school holidays.
- Please make sure your tour booking date is at least 7 days prior to the desired departure date.
- Longer version of this tour is available as 7-day Noto Cycling Tour.
- If you would like a rental bike arranged, contact Japan Travel and we will provide you with necessary information.
- Cancellation
4 weeks prior to the day of your trip: 10% of tour price
2 weeks prior to the day of your trip: 40 % of tour price
1 week prior: 50 % of tour price
On the day, no-show: 100 % of tour price
Other important information
- Hotel upgrades available most days
- Separate support car is available at extra cost
Noto Peninsula Cycling - Clothing & Seasons
- Clothing requirements vary by season. Keep in mind that Japan's weather can change quickly and dramatic temperature fluctuations are especially common in the mountains
- Helmets, sturdy cycling or sports shoes should be worn for your safety
- We also recommend padded pants since our road bikes have firm seats
Starting point
Noto Satoyama Airport
Sue-10-11-1 Miimachi, Wajima-shi, Ishikawa 929-2372
Organised by Japan Travel KK
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