Hokkaido Collection
LAKE SHIKARIBETSU
“It was a fantastic trip that exceeded my expectations not only for biking, but also for hotel and baths, hikes, food, cultural experiences and daily challenges. Kathy and I have done a lot of bike trips and this one was right at the top. ”
Cycling in Hokkaido
Cycle touring in Hokkaido is a smorgasbord of delights. Smooth wide roads curl over rolling hills amidst a rural tapestry of curated pastures. Here the vivid colours of the lavender fields are interspersed with vast fields of crops. Perfect black top beckons you on through this landscape as volcanoes, coastal villages, caldera lakes, world heritage wilderness and high peaks with the last of the winter snows (to August) provide a stunning backdrop. And throughout you stay in mixed accommodations, some traditional Japanese Inns, with great local food and of course, in most places, muscle relaxing natural hot spring baths.
Our 11 day “Wild Hokkaido Explorer”, takes you from the World Heritage of the Shiretoko Peninsula in the east; through the Caldera lakes district, to the wilds and heights of Japan’s greatest national park, “Daisetsusan”. Our 8 day “Playground of The Gods” tour is a circumnavigation of Japan’s largest National Park. It’s fittingly named after the Ainu name for this majestic highland with its stunning peaks, lakes, active volcanoes, hot springs and wilderness.
We pioneered guided cycle tours in Japan and with us you get the result of over 30 years of organising and running cycle tours in this enigmatic land. Contact us today to begin your own cycling adventure in Hokkaido Japan.
Cycle Hokkaido Memories
“Thank you John for a fantastic, varied and exciting 10 days with the most beautiful riding! Thank you also for the dedicated support and encouragement especially from yourself and Roman. Hopefully I will be back to do another tour soon.”
Hokkaido Collection Highlights
Stay in some Traditional Inns and eat delicious Japanese food.
Support vehicle, bike mechanic and bilingual tour ride leader.
Cycle from 34km (21 m) to 101 km (63 m) per day.
Cycle world heritage & national parks, past caldera lakes and climb Hokkaido's highest mt, Asahi Dake, 2290 m (7513 F).
Smooth hot mix roads and low vehicle speeds.
Pure journey by bike.
Relax in inside and outside hot spring baths.
Wild Hokkaido Explorer - 11 Days
Price: $7,040USD per person. (Based on twin/double occupancy. If you wish to have your own room then a supplement will apply.)
Season and Departure Dates: We run this tour to coincide with the best of Hokkaido's weather.
2024
Summer 2024 - 11th to 21st June
Autumn 2024 - 5th to 15th September
2025
Summer 2025 - 10th to 20th June
Autumn 2025 - 4th to 14th September
Playground of The Gods - 8 Days
Price: $5,120USD per person. (Based on twin/double occupancy. If you wish to have your own room then a supplement will apply.)
Season and Departure Dates: We run this tour to coincide with the best of Hokkaido's weather.
2024
Spring 2024 - 2nd to 9th June
Summer 2024 - 27th August to 3rd September
2025
Spring 2025 - 1st to 8th June
Summer 2025 - 26th August to 2nd September
Private Groups: This Wild Hokkaido Explorer is available for private groups, and can be modified to suit group rider needs. Contact us to arrange a private departure.
Accommodation: We use a range of accommodations including Ryokans, luxury nights, standard mountain inns & some western style Hotels. See our accommodation page for more details.
Rider Numbers: 4-12 riders.
Grade: Level 1 (moderate to strenuous). See our grade page for more details.
How to book: Fill in the Booking Form and we will send you a confirmation, and details of how to pay the deposit. Our tours are priced in US dollars, but we also accept payments in AUD, EUR & GBP.