Tour Duration: 7 days
Price : Starting from JPY 404,000
Tour start : Osaka
A rare gem still unknown to most of international tourism, a syncretism of the most ancient and untouched tradition, embodied by the beautiful Matsuyama Castle and the Naoshima beach, united with a unique flow of modern art and culture.You will reach all these beauties riding on astonishing coast ride right next to the sea. Shikoku’s sea is not quiet, as it is the Naruto’s area: the strait full of sea vortex whose beauty is as astonishing as it is dangerous.The sea, the culture, heart moving coast riding, coordinated with one of the best seafood in the country, are the main features of this rare and heart moving tour. A riding experience you will keep in your heart forever.
Day 1: Briefing and Welcome Party
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: Osaka → Kurashiki
We will be prepared to set off for our journey after a pleasant sleep, traveling over fascinating coastal roads while gazing at a landscape of the islands bordering Shikoku Bay. The magnificent Himeji Castle will then be our destination. Shimasagijo, or “White Heron,” is another name for this castle, which is a World Cultural Heritage and is regarded as one of the most magnificent in the entire nation. After the trip, we’ll unwind with some traditional Japanese food at the Kurashiki Ivy Square, where we’ll be staying at the lotel.
Day 3: Kurashiki → Hiroshima
This will be a day that is literally “on the sea,” with two glamorous ferry rides between the islands in the harbor interspersed with many breathtaking sight-seeing excursions to some of the area’s most famous landmarks. On Miyajima Island’s fabled Itsukushima Shrine, known for its imposing torii gate across the water, will be our first stop. You will unwind in an opulent hotel in Hiroshima after taking one more ferry over the water. Here, you can unwind while taking in the mysterious ambiance that permeates the entire city.
Day 4: Hiroshima → Matsuyama
The day will begin with a ride via stunning seaview bridges and the “isles labyrinth” of Shikoku Bay. Matsuyama Castle will be the main attraction of the day. It is one of the most intricate and beautiful castle complexes in the nation, with more than 200 cherry trees. You will spend the night at Matsuyama, a well-known hot spring destination, where you may unwind in the warm water and savor the delectable regional fare.
Day 5: Matsuyama → Kochi
This day will primarily be used for riding. After breakfast, we’ll head into Shikoku Island’s mountains, where we’ll travel on winding mountain roads that alternate with breathtaking seaside rides. The Sanri low bridge across the lake, which is 145.8 meters long and 3.3 meters wide, presents an authentic challenge to you at that point. The day will come to a close in Kochi, a port city where you may savor some of the tastiest seafood you’ve ever had.
Day 6: Kochi → Takamatsu
The Kazurabashi Bridge, the largest and most well-known mountain vines bridge on the Katsura river, was built for the first time by Kobo Daishi, the founder of the Buddhist Shingon Sect. It presents a fresh obstacle, but this time you will be entirely on your feet. Then, we’ll go to the Kotohira Shrine, a well-known Shinto pilgrimage site and protector of seafarers and ship transit. We will spend the evening taking in Honshu Island’s sea scenery from our Takamatsu hotel.
Day 7: Takamatsu → Osaka
The last day of our adventure. And the last challenge as well. After a visit to the Okubo-ji and the Ryuzen-ji temples to fortify your soul, you will be facing authentic whirlpools on the sea to reach the very last seashore before your return to Osaka city. Will you be able to endure the challenge?
If you will do it? We will reach the end of our adventure and enjoy our last supper in Osaka, the most iconic food city in the country to cheer at our great adventure.
