Top Hiroshima Mountain Bike Tours

Bicycle around Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and beyond with a guide born and raised in Hiroshima to lead the way. In addition to the Atomic Bomb Dome, you’ll ride to the Cenotaph, Children's Peace Monument, and the Peace Bell at the UNESCO World Heritage site. Numbers are limited to 10 for a small-group experience and you’ll discover things you wouldn’t know only by visiting the Peace Museum.

This is an excellent choice for first-time visitors to Hiroshima. Get your bearings of the city, learn about its history, and discover backstreet areas that only locals know about. You won’t have to worry if you’re not an experienced cyclist, as the route is 90% flat. The tour will help you cover more ground than a walking tour and see many top sights in a day, such as the Peace Park, Gokoku Shrine, Shukkei-en Japanese Garden, and the Memorial Cathedral for World Peace.

Hiroshima is not only a museum to a tragic past but a thriving city with an awesome street food culture! Head out on two wheels to get a flavour for local cuisine in town. Starting with a traditional organic onigiri rice ball and green tea, you will sample fresh fruit smoothies, Japanese 'manju' sweets, fresh fish and Hiroshima Style Okonomiyaki! The cycling is safe and easy, the guides are friendly and knowledgable and the food is completely delicious!

Let’s cycle along the finest cycling track; a route acknowledged for its atmospheric beauty around the world. Take in the enhancing scenery of the Inland Sea, lined with an impressive network of small islands from the distance. Here the large bridge is among the site’s characteristic features; it is extraordinary in appearance, and famous around the world for its striking resemblance to a swan spreading its wings. At the heart of the island, you’ll find an 800m stretch of pure-white sand that melt into the vivid blue waters of the beach, in perfect harmony with the island’s contemporary art; a central attraction that will make your land excursions that much more memorable.

Let’s explore the heart of the island and admire the passing scenery by bicycle. Take in the salty sea breeze as you cycle along the golden coastline. This plan will take you across the stunning coastline to the heart of Rabbit Island by ferry where you will resume cycling around the city grounds. Here you will find over 700 rabbits that inhabit the central parts of the island, and await your visit. With guided sightseeing, visitors can simple carry around animal feed while walking to attract these adorable rabbits, offering a rewarding, heart-warming experience for visitors.

【OUTLINE】 The rich heritage and pursuit for peace channelled all over the city of Hiroshima will be explored by native guides in Hiroshima. This is a virtual tour where you can join experienced local guides leisurely walking or taking a bicycle stroll along Hiroshima City. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Experience the story and genuine emotions of Hiroshima and its people with the help of a local Hiroshima guide. ・Enhanced realistic virtual experience walking or cycling in the town of Hiroshima. ・Grasp the story behind the world renowned Peace Park communicated by locals. ・Circle the resurrected city of Hiroshima that has undergone series of revival from ashes and be captured by the sight of its beauty. ・Enjoy the best-selling and most popular cycling tour in Hiroshima online. ・Get familiar with special attraction points known and recommended only by locals. *We will use Zoom for this tour. *PLEASE NOTE the tour time is Japan standard time.

【OUTLINE】 This is a tour to enjoy a night in Hiroshima to the fullest by cycling and bar-hopping. While going around the beautiful photo spots by electric bicycle, learn about the Peace City of Hiroshima from the local guide. Then it's time for making a toast! Visit 3 Izakaya bars recommended by the locals that you cannot find in the guidebooks. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Visit 3 local Izakayas not listed in the guidebook and enjoy the menu recommended by the locals ・Have a new bar experience! You are shown to unique local Izakayas seldom found in Japan ・Mingle with locals while making a toast with Hiroshima people ・Experience the beautiful Hiroshima in the evening twilight time by bicycle which you can't see during the daytime - (about 1 hour) ・You are taught by the guide about the history of the Peace City of Hiroshima

・ Experience the uniqueness of the“SETOUCHI Islands” that got the 7th place at the must-go-destinations ranking in 2019 of the New York Times in a sole hour from the city of Hiroshima! ・ Guided through amazing hidden spots only known by the locals ・ Learn on the island's unique culture and history, such as the local specialies and the oyster farming, the shipbuilding while admiring the islands countryside scenery ・ Take scenery photos from spots on the mountain that you can reach comfortably thanks to the powerful electric bicycle ・ It will feel like you are visiting with a friend with our friendly local guide

This tour is a tour to enjoy "Yumeshima Kaido" next to Shimanami Kaido! It is a recommended cycling course that connects the three islands of Ikinajima, Sajima and Yugejima with two bridges. [Recommended points] 1. Bridges will be opened on Iwaki Island and Ikuna Island in 2022 (expansion to the 4 island route), and you can see the bridge under construction from Ikuna Island. 2. The traffic is low and the cycling route is well maintained, making it very easy to drive. There's no signal! 3. The characteristic bridge and rich nature scenery are attractive. It is a course where you can enjoy your time by forgetting your time. You will find your favorite photo spot! [Support contents] ・ You can select options such as “Rental E-bike plan” as you wish. ・ With experienced guide. Many recommended spots in the Kurushima Strait area! It is safe for first-time people by responding to troubles such as punctures! [Itinerary] (Time required: 5 hours, mileage: 25㎞) 9:00 Meet at Habu Port and Nagasaki Pier (Innoshima) By ferry to Yumeshima Kaido Ikunajima ↓ 9:20 Tateishi Port ・ Cycling start ↓ 9:45 Ikunashima southwest ・ View the bridge leading to Iwaki Island under construction ↓ 10:00 Namebashi Commemorative photo with 橋 · Bridge in the background ↓ 10:15 Walking around Sajima Shiomi's house tour ↓ 11:00 Cycling around Yuge Island Takahama Shrine ・ A superb view point in the western part of Yuge Island ・ Matsubara Beach ・ Yuge Shrine ↓ 12:00 Kitchen 313 Kamiyuge ・ A shop famous for its delicious bagels ・ Relax in an old private house ※ Changes on holidays ↓ 13:10 Kamigyu Port 因 Ferry to Innoshima ↓ 13:20 Ierou Port ・ Resuming cycling, relaxing while watching the shipyard ↓ 14:00 Habu Port ・ Cycling end, dissolution In addition, please contact WAKKA for custom-made according to your request.

This is a cycling tour you can explore World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine of Miyajima and 4 famous shrines with a long and distinguished history in Hatsukaichi. ​You will have lunch at cafe used by local residents, located inside the Momijidani park where you can also see deers. The tour is conducted by an experienced guide who has worked with many foreign tourists. ​ ​ Tour Steps​ ①9:45 Assemble at JR Hatsukaichi Station North Exit　 ②Go to Hatsukaichi Tenmangu which worships God of Study, Sugawara no Michizane. ③Next is Hayatani Shrine with 1800 years of history which is believed to be an ancestor god of Aki Province.​ ​​ ​　 ④We will take ferry to Miyajima ⑤After having lunch at Momijidani park, we will go to Itsukushima Shrine. ⑥We will cycle around the wooden daikyodo which is called Senjokaku. ⑦Return by ferry to Hatsukaichi ⑧Finally we will visit Jigozen Shrine which was built as the outer part of Itsukushima Shrine. ⑧Return to JR Hatsukaichi Station and photo shooting. ⑨Tour ends

This is a guided cycling tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and learn about the reconstruction of Hiroshima's bombed heritage sites and how we are trying to protect peace in the city of Hiroshima. This tour is led by our friendly team from Hiroshima. ・Learn about local feelings towards the Peace Park from about 70 years ago. ・The area within a 2.5km radius from the hypocenter was severely damaged. We are heading to multiple bombed heritage sites that still remain. ・You will ride a comfortable electric bicycle through the local area to experience the Hiroshima Peace Museum and more. ・We will take you to unique places well-known by our local Japanese team. ・We will ride along the beautiful riverside and in the park to get an idea of the destruction of Hiroshima at that time and how the city has changed into what it is now.

Spend a day discovering the highlights of Hiroshima on this action-packed private tour. Don’t waste a moment trying to figure out local public transport schedules—instead, benefit from having a guide to lead the way. Travel on a bicycle to cover more ground and find places that only locals know about. The tour is completely custom-made, but potential attractions include Mitaki Temple, a stop at a delicious okonomiyaki restaurant, and Kyobashi bridge.

Even though it is quite easy to rent bicycles, travel by short ferry to Mukaishima and explore the nearby areas before heading back, travelers who book this tour will have peace of mind going with an experienced local who can introduce hard-to-find items of interest and fun hidden experiences. The guide will also help travelers communicate with locals and find answers to any questions they may have along the way.

Using a Hiroshima Travel Buddy takes away the stress of using often difficult to navigate local bus services and gives you the opportunity

・Only 1 hour from Hiroshima city! Explore one of SETOUCHI Islands, ranked 7th in the "52 places to go in 2019" according to the New York Times ・Visit the lesser-known but good spots guided by the local person ・Try seafood from SETOUCHI such as oysters and pick local food along the way ・Get relaxed in the nostalgic sceneries of Japan that remain in the island ・A friendly tour accompanied by an open-minded local guide just like your friend

With this tour, you will be able to experience Japan's most beautiful cycling road, the Shimanami Kaido Cycling road. The Shimanami Kaido is approximately 60 kilometers long toll road that connects the mainland of Japan and the Shikoku Island. On this road there are 6 islands in the Seto Inland Sea. With this 3 hour course you will be going to 2 of the 6 islands Therefore this is perfect for those who would like to try cycling Shimanami Kaido but not would like to ride too long. Along the way, you can enjoy the beautiful islands view and local shops as well. There will be an english speaking guide who will help you get your bicycle ready for your trip so there will be no stress on your part.

Onomichi is a port town with many slopes surrounded by sea and mountains, and a well-known tourist spot where you can enjoy the charms of Setouchi. The Shimanami Kaido, which begins at Onomichi, passes through a number of islands en route to Shikoku, and is considered an essential cycling route that attracts cyclists from all over the world. In order to fully enjoy the charms the Seto Inland Sea presents, you will spend half a day exploring the picturesque streets of Onomichi, and the other half of the day island-hopping on a rental bicycle, in a tour people all skill levels can enjoy. Our private guide will accompany you for the whole day, so you can visit many spots and enjoy many varied experiences without wasting any time, thanks to our carefully planned itinerary. Enjoy a full day of active sightseeing in the midst of spectacular scenery!

Enjoy a relaxing and refreshing break in the Japanese countryside. Dive deeper into the Japanese lifestyle by learning how to cook with local ingredients at a traditional house in the countryside. Take your time to interact with the owner while sharing a genuine moment of peace in your busy travel schedule. Learn how to make local food from Yuki town, from handcrafted konjaku, to Japanese dinner and breakfast. Taste traditional rice cooked in an iron kamado. Relax in a goemon bath, heated by wood fire in a house with more than a hundred years of history. Enjoy genuine Japanese country life and the warmth of its inhabitants.

7-hour bicyle tour of the Shimanami Kaido! Visit two islands en route with a guide. Enjoy the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea while witnessing the breathtaking scenery. HIGHLIGHTS; Ride a bike around the two islands of Shimanami, a sanctuary for cyclists. Enjoy cycling with a great sense of exhilaration while gazing at the spectacular scenery at Izu-ri Pass. Visit a gallery to see unique art. A local guide familiar with Shimanami Kaido will take you to a special photo spot. Enjoy the contrast of the spectacular view of the Seto Inland Sea during the daytime and the evening dyed red in the setting sun.