Rural Japan by Bike
4.5 hours
Local Tour
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- Cycle along the shores of Lake Biwa
- Meet the farmers
- Cook lunch with a local family
- Guide, lunch, helmet, return train journey JR Kyoto Station to JR Shiga Station
Catch the train from
Kyoto to JR Shiga Station (approx. 40 mins). Meet your local guide and
get fitted for your electric bike. Set off with the group (max 6 people)
along the shores of Lake Biwa and cycle through peaceful villages and beautiful
rural countryside. Stop and talk to the local farmers - you might even
be able to give them a hand with their daily tasks such as planting or
harvesting. Back in the saddle, continue on to a local home where you will
help your charming host cook a simple, but delicious lunch before returning
to the station to catch your train back to Kyoto. Today’s easy ride covers
approx.10-12 km (total cycling time approx. 1.5hrs).
Please note a
minimum height of 152cm is required for this tour.
Departs: Daily except Sun and holidays (bet Apr-Nov) at 10:00
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