WILD HOKKAIDO EXPLORER
HOKKAIDO GUIDED CYCLING TOUR, AN EPIC JOURNEY FROM THE EASTERN SHIRETOKO PENINSULA, THROUGH THE CALDERA LAKES AREA TO THE TAISETSUZAN MOUNTAINS - 11 DAYS GUIDED TOUR
The Wild Hokkaido Explorer is one of our flagship Hokkaido guided cycling tours, an 11-day journey from the Shiretoko Peninsula through caldera lakes to the Daisetsuzan mountains. This immersive ride takes you throughspectacular landscapes, UNESCO heritage sites, and authentic cultural experiences, with fully-guided support throughout the tour.
Route Highlights
Explore the UNESCO-listed Shiretoko Peninsula, dramatic coastal mountains and rare wildlife
Cycle through the scenic Lake Akan and Lake Mashu region
Conquer Mount Asahi (Asahi Dake), Hokkaido’s tallest peak
Discover the traditions of the Ainu people, Japan’s first inhabitants
Unwind in natural hot spring baths, some beautifully set in forest surroundings
Difficulty: Level 3
Price: $7,040 USD/person. (Based on twin/double occupancy. If you wish to have your own room then a supplement will apply.)
Scheduled Dates: 10th to 20th June 2026 and 28th September to 8th October 2026
What’s Included
✅Quality accommodation (typically 3 or 4★, with select authentic or upgraded stays for character and comfort)
✅Daily FREE breakfasts andlunches, with dinners on all but one night
✅On-tour nutrition, water, electrolytes, soft drinks, energy bars, fruit, and nuts available throughout the day
✅Full mechanical bike support and access to a support van for luggage and rider assistance
✅GPS route data provided for each ride (use your own device or one of ours, free of charge)
✅Minimum of two professional multilingual local guides, one on-road guide and one support driver/guest services specialist
✅Private tours and cultural experiences en route (seasonal and location-dependent)
✅All transfers and tour-related transport included
“We recently had a very enjoyable and interesting bike tour of Hokkaido with Cycle Japan / Air Bike Tours. Having been on a lot of group bike tours over the years, I can honestly say that this tour was above average, well organised and the staff team were super. I strongly recommend it.”
— Charles G., Wild Hokkaido Explorer, September 2025
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