Japan's Rural Life & Nature: Private Half Day Cycling Near Kyoto
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About This Experience in Shiga Prefecture
Why Visit Shiga Prefecture?
Shiga Prefecture, Japan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Shiga Prefecture provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Shiga Prefecture
You can reach Shiga Prefecture, Japan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.
What's Included
- Use of bicycle
- Professional Guide
- Coffee and/or Tea
What's Not Included
- Lunch
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Our tour starts and ends at Maibara Station, and the 13km course follows the farmingTo get to JR Maibara Station from JR Kyoto Station, please take the bullet train eastbound. Please note that some Hikari and all Nozomi do not stop at Maibara. We will inform you of the train schedule once confirmed.
End Point
In pre-war Japan, this farmTo get to JR Maibara Station from JR Kyoto Station, please take the bullet train eastbound. Please note that some Hikari and all Nozomi do not stop at Maibara. We will inform you of the train schedule once confirmed.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Our tour starts and ends at Maibara Station,... 1 hour
Our tour starts and ends at Maibara Station, and the 13km course follows the farming areas and villages surrounding Maibara, which in the past few decades have been merged into Maibara itself for governing purposes. Throughout the tour, our guide will slowly introduce you to this rural community which is both exemplary of traditional small town life, but also has many uniquely defining points of local culture.
This Chinese-influenced Zen temple is also the name... 15 minutes
This Chinese-influenced Zen temple is also the name used to describe the surrounding small village community. We'll stop briefly to get a look at both, as this is a great example of a typical traditional rural village.
We stop at this small 120-meter-high mountain for a short hike and refreshments 30 minutes
We stop at this small 120-meter-high mountain for a short hike and refreshments. The temple was built into the side of the mountain! There's also an Inari Shrine here, as well as an old manmade cave with a unique history. The top of the mountain offers a beautiful view of Maibara and Lake Biwa. After this stop, we make our way through local rice and wheat fields to the shore of Lake Biwa with occasional stops, before circling back toward Maibara Station.
We'll stop at this natural spring well shared... 10 minutes
We'll stop at this natural spring well shared by the local community since long ago, as part of the underground waterway between Mt. Ibuki and Lake Biwa. This water is untreated and not for drinking, but many locals use it for washing vegetables and for gardening. This section of the course is great for getting an up-close look at a variety of local agriculture, and just after this stop, we'll also stop at the shore of Lake Biwa.
In pre-war Japan, this farm area was actually...
In pre-war Japan, this farm area was actually a smaller inland lake near Lake Biwa, but was drained and converted to farm land to provide much needed rice for the recovering post-war nation. Enjoy the agricultural scenery of this historical area as we make our way back to Maibara Station.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
