Hokkaido Self Guided Tours
Hokkaido, Island of Contrasts
The extraordinary contrasts of modern Japan are to be found throughout this archipelago but most particularly in Hokkaido. My introduction to Japan 30 years ago was this very island and those early years exploring Hokkaido have left an indelible impression of this wild northern island.
Hokkaido is a place where the power of an ancient and pervasive culture lays like a patch work quilt over an almost sub arctic wild land.
The result is a superb mix of culture and wilderness. Here you will find architecture and structure that reflects the history and refinement of ancient Japan. Where inner spaces comply with the Japanese aesthetic of art and beauty. And of course, delicious and healthy food that can be found anywhere in Japan is abundant in the mountains and valleys of Hokkaido.
Liberally spaced throughout this wild island you will also find some of Japan’s most famous artisans and photographers, who have escaped north to build a life on the edge of the wilderness.
On this self guided tours, using our comprehensive guiding notes, you can visit many of these artisans, including “Takushinkan” the gallery of Japan’s most famous landscape photographer Shinzo Maeda. As well as Maeda San’s gallery you can visit other lesser known photo galleries, painters, wood workers, potters and glass blowers. There is also the chance to visit the Ainu textile museum in Asahikawa.
And the backdrop throughout is the superb alpine scenery of central Hokkaido, where mountains and volcanoes tower over the valleys.
Contact us today to get the ball rolling on your own independent week of cycling in Hokkaido Japan.
The Rolling Hills
7 days - 6 nights. Grade: Easy to Moderate. Contact us for detailed brochure.
Shoulder Seasons: 1 - 30 June & 1 Sept.-5 Oct
Standard Accomm. ¥250,000
Mixed Luxury Accomm. ¥320,000
High Season: 1 July - 31 August
Standard Accomm. ¥285,000
Mixed Luxury Accomm. ¥365,000
Our self-guided tours are priced in the local currency, but we accept payments in AUD, USD, EUR & GBP
The Playground of the Gods
8 days - 7 nights. Grade: Moderate to Strenuous. Contact us for detailed brochure.
Shoulder Seasons: 1 - 30 June & 1 Sept.-5 Oct
Standard Accomm. ¥273,000
Mixed Luxury Accomm. ¥343,000
High Season: 1 July - 31 August
Standard Accomm. ¥322,000
Mixed Luxury Accomm. ¥410,000
Our self-guided tours are priced in the local currency, but we accept payments in AUD, USD, EUR & GBP
Details
Contact us below and we will send you a PDF brochure with full tour outlines and a booking form which includes accommodation and bike hire options. See our accommodation page for more details.
Rider Numbers: minimum 2. We also cater for solo riders and you can choose between using a luggage transfer serve, panniers or a combination of both.
Guided Option: These tours can be taken as a private guided tour. Please contact us for 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.