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Experience the Shimanami Kaido cycling tour with a private guide and an E-bike.

A guide on the famous cycling course so-called the "cyclist's sanctuary."

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The Shimanami Kaido connects Honshu island and Shikoku island and crosses six islands in the Seto Inland Sea. This approximately 60km road was opened in 1999 to join Onomich City to Imabari City. The cycling course along this road is top-rated for its breathtaking scenery. Visitors can enjoy cycling with a private guide who knows the area thoroughly.

Highlights

  • With an electric bicycle (E-bike), hills and long-distance rides are made easy.
  • Stopping by the guide's recommended sites.
  • A relaxing exercise in beautiful scenery.
  • The guide arranges your trip at your request.

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Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

A

English support available

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

At JR Onomichi Station (available all day), or at the Onomichi Port where bike tours begin (7:00am – 7:00pm)

Q

Is there a recommended attire?

A

Everyday clothes should be fine but a sweat-wicking polyester or synthetic fabric is ideal. The sun is very strong in summer so you may prefer a long sleeve or dry mesh material to protect your skin. If you can, please try to avoid denim as it’s not very flexible. Try to avoid menswear like long shorts/cargo-pants, or ladieswear like skirts or pants that might catch in the chain of the bike. For footwear, sneakers should be fine, but please avoid sandals at all costs.

Q

Can you participate without advanced reservation?

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Advanced reservation is required. For bike-only course experiences without a guide you can rent a bike during Golden Week or Obon season without a reservation. For more details please see the Shimanami Japan Website (English).
Telephone:+81 848- 22- 3911

Q

What are recommended items to bring?

A

A Towel, raingear, drink, sunglasses, wet wipes, a bag to place any camera, etc. In the summer, items like a hat, sunblock and bug repellent are recommended.

Reviews

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  • 陳月亭

    日本第一的單車道島波海道和瀨戶內諸島的道路都有坡道,有些甚至上下起伏很大,建議可以去租借電動腳踏車,如果想要征服這段路線,最短路程也有70公里,最好先確保電量充足。

Details

Tour name
Experience the Shimanami Kaido cycling tour with a private guide and an E-bike (electric assist bicycle).
Facility name
Shimanami Japan
Postal Code
722-0036
Address
JA Onomichi City Station Building 1F (Shimanami Japan Onomichi Office)
Higashigoshocho 11-9, Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture
TEL
0898-35-3194 (closed on Sat, Sun, National holiday)
Operating days and hours: Usually 9 am ~ (for 7 hours)
*pre-booking is required 7 days prior before 5:30 pm. Availability to adjust the starting hour, tour time, and routes upon request.
*Cancellation fee applies after 7 days prior. Please check the official website for details.
Closed
Open daily
Payment
Cash, online payment (credit card, PayPay, Paidy: convenience store payment, account transfer, bank transfer)
Tour fee
18,000~ yen for a group (plus a ferry ticket 2,010 yen per person)
*Group discounts available.
Group size
several persons per group (More than 2 people)
Available foreign language
English
Official website
Official website