Cycling and Snow Mixed Adventure Tour (8-10 DAY TOUR)

Recommended Dates
Dec 20-31
Feb 15-Mar 31

Dates are chosen to optimize your chances for good snow and good riding. Snow conditions vary each season.

Please inquire asap to book the best dates for your private tour!

Difficulty
Level 1-5

Daily Distance: 30-100km
Daily Elevation: 100-2,000m

See FAQ for Route Levels

Explore Bike Options

Accommodations
Standard, Premium, & Luxury Ryokan Hotels Options
Futon Japanese Beds or Western Beds
Public Hot-Spring & Private Onsen Baths

Learn more about the ryokan experience

Regions
Hakuba Ski Village
Ikaho Onsen Town
Mt Akagi
Kiryu City
Ashikaga City

Price
All prices are per rider at double occupancy

LUXURY
Prices from $9,000

PREMIUM
Prices from $6,500

STANDARD
Prices from $5,000

All meals are included except lunch on snow days.

Imagine the contrast. Descending fresh powdered alps in a winter wonderland, known for over 10 meter of snow annually. And on the same trip, enjoy sunny days exploring top-notch cycling routes that take you through jaw-dropping valleys and volcanoes.

This tour is inspired by the endless opportunities for outdoor exploration between Gunma and Nagano in the winter season. Made for the hungry adventurer, this one-of-a-kind tour captures the imaginations of those curious enough to push the boundaries of what is possible, to go beyond the norm, to experience the full spectrum of the Japanese countryside.

Recommended Plan

4 Days Snow
4 Days / 4 Nights: Ski & snowboard the Olympic Peaks of Hakuba Valley. All levels welcome! For the beginner - intermediate rider, we'll share our favorite green and red runs (optional lessons). For advanced riders, we'll share the best spots for piste skiing, tree skiing, and backcountry adventures.

1 Day Onsen @ Ikaho or Kusatsu
1 Day / 1 Night: Let your legs soak and relax before we start riding bikes!

4 Days Bike
4 Days / 3 Nights: Cycle through gorgeous routes to visit hidden shrines and beautiful parks in historic Kiryu & Ashikaga Region

*plans will be adjusted to match your group's preferences and riding ability

Itinerary

Day 1 | Tokyo to Hakuba Valley

We will meet you at your hotel in Tokyo or at the airport (NRT/HND) to transit to Hakuba Valley (5 hours). Leaving the dense cityscape of Tokyo, the mountains will rise around us as we enter the Olympic Host prefecture of Nagano and the unique ski town of Hakuba.

Today we will get all of our gear sorted out and depending on schedule, will go out for warm-up runs or a shake-through stroll through town. If you choose backcountry options, we will meet our guides today and go over the plan for the coming days.

Day 2-4 | Ski the Olympic Slopes in the Kita Alps of Japan

Japan's Hakuba Valley is known for its magical Japow. This is because the region receives a whopping average of 11m (36ft) of fluffy snow each season!

There are 9 resorts in Hakuba Valley, not to mention direct access to some of the best off-piste in the world. We will be in no shortage of amazing skiing. From beginners to experts, kids to adults, Hakuba is nothing short of a snowy wonderland.

For those looking to spend less time on the slopes, we will offer alternative winter activities such as snow shoeing, cross country skiing, and onsen hopping. For families with little ones, the local ski schools are a favorite with the young ones and parents alike!

Day 5 | Transit to Kita-Kanto & Ikaho Onsen Town

After three thrilling days of snow, we will hop in the van to transit across Nagano to an historic onsen towns in Gunma. Perched on the side of the large volcano Mt Haruna, Ikaho Onsen is a collection of traditional ryokan hotels built around 365 stone steps with panoramic views of the high peaks of Gunma in the distance. After our drive, we will have options to take a light hike or bike ride before checking in and soaking in the rich red & tea colored waters.

Sit down to enjoy a traditional Kaiseki Dinner this evening, full of delicious local delicacies and locally sourced vegetables and meat.

Day 6 | Cycle the Tone River to the Silk City of Kiryu

From Ikaho Onsen, we will fly down the mountainside to the massive Tone River. This river is home to the longest bike path in Japan, and it is here along the Tone Cycling Road that we will spend the first half of our day.

Weaving through small towns and even Maebashi, the capital of Gunma Prefecture, we will then turn our handlebars north towards the historic silk producing city of Kiryu.

Our hotel this evening is located on the outskirts of town alongside the gentle slopes of the Kiryu River. enjoy the tranquility and zen of the ofuro bath beside the river, and the peaceful nature that surrounds.

Days 7-8 | Valleys & Volcanoes of Kita-Kanto

Day 9 | Transit to Tokyo - Mata Ne~

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Bike & Ski Tour Route

Included

Fully-serviced road bike or hybrid bike, with helmet and accessories. Please note there is an additional fee for an e-bike; please inquire in advance to reserve
All accommodations and meals during your tour
Snack and hydration stops on each day's ride
Luggage delivery
Support and gear vehicle
Expert guides to show you the amazing experiences in the Japanese countryside

Not Included

Cycling and Snow Mixed Adventure Tour (8-10 DAY TOUR)

Itinerary

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D. Gray 🇮🇪

M. Chin 🇸🇬

A. Hipsley 🇦🇺

J. Porter 🇺🇸

A. Morgan 🇬🇧

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A. Fossett 🇺🇸

E. Rivers 🇺🇸

J. Campbell 🇺🇸

S. Gribble 🇺🇸

R. Dutton 🇺🇸

K. Shumaker 🇺🇸

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