Mount Fuji Guided Tour
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Art & Culture, Train Cruises, and Supercars
March, April, May, September, October
The trip of a lifetime! Dogashima’s wonderful nature and relaxing hot springs, breathtaking views from the Ashinoko Skyline and of Mount Fuji, the symbol of Japan, will be among the main features of this iconic motorcycle tour. This tour is specifically made not only to let you enjoy motorcycle touring in Japan, but also to show you some unique parts of Japanese culture, too. You, of course, will enjoy classic Japanese patterns like hot springs’ relaxing water and freshly made sashimi, but you will also be able to try the uncommon experience of wasabi’s harvest on an authentic Japanese wasabi field. You will also enjoy some of Japan’s greatest historic treasures, such as the Owakudani valley and the unique Oshino Hakkai. And then, the road: Izu Skyline’s curves, the Kawazu Nanadaru Bridge’s astonishing loop and the romantic ocean view on the Bay Bridge. You will then come to understand the uniqueness of motorcycle touring in the Land of the Rising Sun.
Day
1
On the day before our departure, our tour guides will hold a brief meeting to let you enjoy your tour in Japan with security and fun. They will explain to you Japan’s riding rules, peculiarity, Japanese culture and of course your tour schedule in detail.
Day
2
The start of our journey will be a ride on some of the best panoramic roads in the country, the Ashinoko Skyline, alongside the beautiful Ashinoko Lake and the legendary Izu Skyline, a curvy road dream of any biker. We will be visiting Oshino Hakkai, a small village located in the Fuji Five Lakes region. Nearby, there are eight ponds of extraordinarily clear water, fed by snow melting down from Mount Fuji, filtered for more than 80 years through porous layers of lava. All the way, we will be watched by him, Japan’s tallest peak and well-recognised official symbol of this country: Mount Fuji. We will end our day relaxing in the hot spring water of the Hakone area, one of the most popular hot spring resorts in Japan.
Day
3
The day will start with a Ropeway tour of the Owakudani Valley, born from a 3000 years ago eruption of Mount Hakone, being astonished by its sulfurous vapours and the massive structure of the volcanic rocks. We will then return on our motorcycles to reach the Izu peninsula and its bright green wasabi fields, to have an authentic wasabi picnicking experience. You will then live the riding experience of your life on the Kawazu Loop Bridge, considered one of the most spectacular bridges in the world. The day will end in the astonishing area of Nishi-Izu, in an authentic seaside resort, where you will live the magic experience of having a hot spring bath while enjoying the view of the sea.
Day
4
The day will start with the Nishi-Izu Skyline, one of the most popular riding roads in Japan. The next stop will be the Numazu port to have some delicious seafood for lunch. We wil then move to the side of Mount Fuji, to enjoy an authentic ranch experience at Fuji Milkland. Keep moving to the Chubu region, to reach our hotel on Mount Tateshina, in the prefecture of Nagano, a famous site of the 1998 Winter Olympic Games.
Day
5
After a marvellous ride on the beautiful Venus Line and its heavy curves, we will reach the city of Matsumoto. Here we will take a look at the Matsumoto Castle, symbol of the city, made in the 16th century and one of Japan’s most beautiful original castles. Its main features are its black wainscoting, which made it be recognised with the nickname of “Crow Castle”. Our journey wil end in one of the three most popular hot spring resorts in the country: the ancient and warming Kusatsu city. The nearby peak of Mount Kusatsu-Shirane is the source of this city’s hot waters, which, local people claim, can cure all forms of pain except love pains.
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6
From a wonderful hot spring location to another! This day will start with a majestic ride on the Irohazaka, a mountain road famous for its heavy and challenging curves. It will be a challenging ride between lakes and mountains, leading us to Mount Akagi for lunchtime to enjoy its beautiful scenery. We will then return on our motorcycle for some more mountain riding, passing through the mystic forests of the Nikko area, all the way to Kinugawa. Another wonderful hot spring resort area. Here you will enjoy some delicious Japanese food in a luxurious traditional Japanese accommodation.
Day
7
On the last day, you will be visiting the majestic Nikko Toshogu, the final resting place of the Shogunate founder Tokugawa Ieyasu. A masterpiece of Japanese architecture! Our next destination before the return is the dream of every sports rider. The only one, the unique, the majestic Twin Ring Motegi Circuit. Opened in 1997, its name is due to the particular structure of the course, consisting of two circuits: an oval and a road track, a conceptual structure symbolising the idea of putting people and nature in balance. We will then lead, on one last wonderful ride, our vehicles to Odaiba, to have our final party together and to cheer, longing for our next adventure.
Day
8
Please check out of the hotel and begin your journey home; safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you on our next tour!
