Sakura Cycling in Tohoku, Japan: Cherry Blossom Paradise

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Region
Tohoku
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Moderate
D-Score™
D2 - Intermediate

Overview

This Tohoku sakura bike tour is rated moderate, which means that a good level of fitness is required to participate in this adventure. Expect to cycle 50-70 km (31-43 mi) per day, while gaining up to 1,100 m (3,608 ft) in elevation. Every accommodation on this tour has its own onsens (natural hot springs). Enjoy a relaxing time in some of Japan’s top hot springs and refresh yourself for the next day’s ride.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival

Arrival

Day 2: Nasu to Ishikawa

70 km 700 m

D2

Nasu to Ishikawa

Day 3: Ishikawa to Miharu

50 km 900 m

D1

Ishikawa to Miharu

Day 4: Miharu to Iizaka

70 km 900 m

D2

Miharu to Iizaka

Day 5: Iizaka to Kamasaki

60 km 1100 m

D2

Iizaka to Kamasaki

Day 6: Kamasaki to Akiu

60 km 600 m

D1

Kamasaki to Akiu

Day 7: Akiu to Matsushima

50 km 400 m

D1

Akiu to Matsushima

Day 8: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Mechanical support
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Tohoku

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