RIDERS Tour 3 Days/2 Nights with Standard class accommodations at Matsumoto and Kusatsu : Fun and challenging for experienced riders!

Have you already been to Japan's famous sightseeing spots? Maybe you are really focused on experiencing more of the best riding in the country? If so, you've come to the right place! These tours have fun, technical riding sections, so stay focused and enjoy the intensity!

Of course, we can adjust the difficulty of the ride based on your desired level, so please let us know if you want a slightly more merciful course!

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Tokyo to Matsumoto

Day 1

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As you leave Tokyo in your rear view mirror your route will travel along the Chuo expressway passing by Mt.Fuji (stop for a photo )and continue onwards towards Nagano and Lake Suwa. Leaving the expressway behind at Suwa you are heading for the hills and up to Mt Kirigamine.

Stop for a quick coffee at Kirigamine Rest area before turning onto the famous Venus Line heading towards Tabira Pass and on to Utsukushigarhara rest area which is at 2000m and offers great views, good coffee and ice cream. Continue on along the Venus Line and turn onto the Utsukushigahara Skyline which is a fun narrow winding mountain road heading to Misuzu Lake.

From Misuzu Lake, the route continues down hill towards Matsumoto. Stop for some brief sightseeing and photos at Matsumoto Castle before continuing on to your Ryokan Hotel which is about 10 minutes riding from the castle

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Japan Motorcycle tour ninjatours tokyo matsumoto riding with R1250 BMW

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Accommodations: Standard class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (upgrades available upon request)

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Japan Motorcycle tour ninjatours tokyo matsumoto outside view ryokan bedroom

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Day 2

Matsumoto to Kusatsu

Leaving your hotel in Matsumoto you will drive into the mountains and along an alternate section of the Venus Line which winds its way through the forest.

From here the route continues down Venus Line to Mt Miune and Kirigame past Yamatakahara ski fields before continuing along as series of easy cruising windy roads following the Tokorozawa river, past Yunomaru ski area and Tashiro lake before arriving Kusatsu Onsen.

The roads are open with good surface and flow nicely through the mountains which makes for a varied and enjoyable days riding and while Total Distance is only a little over 190km it will probably take 4.5 hrs actual riding time.

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Accommodations: Standard class accommodations included with Dinner and Breakfast served! (upgrades available upon request)

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Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours ryokan entrance traditional japanese inn bedroom

Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours ryokan entrance traditional japanese inn onsen hot springs bath

Kusatsu to Tokyo

Day 3

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Your ride back to Tokyo will take you down the Asama Shirane Shiga Hwy. and past Onioshidana Volcanic park to Karuizawa, which is a popular retreat from Tokyo with many great places to stop and take a break.

Leaving Karuizawa in the mirror continue along Nakasendo road and enjoy the last of the twisty mountain roads of your trip Stop at Lake Usui for some photos before carrying on along the river valley, lots of Coffee shops etc along this route, to Matsuida-Myogi IC where you will join the Expressway back to Tokyo.

Total Distance today is approx. 220km and it will take 3.5-4hrs riding time.

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Price List and Motorcycle Selection

All prices INCLUDE 2 nights standard accommodations (with dinner and breakfast), motorcycle rental with insurance, pre-programmed English navi unit, ETC Card rental and luggage. Additional charges and /or toll fees may apply. Appropriate riding wear required (helmets, jackets, gloves etc. available for hire.)

Yamaha Tracer 900 GT ABS

131,905~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

BMW R1200 GS Exclusive ABS

153,201~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Travel Pack ABS

150,971~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Yamaha MT-09 ABS

128,783~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Aprilia Shiver 750V Twin

127,779~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Kawasaki 1000 Ninja (Touring Edition)

128,783~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Benelli TRE-K 1130

133,243~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

BMW F850 GS Premium Line ABS

149,187~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

BMW R1200 RS Premium Line ABS

151,863~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring ABS

150,971~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Yamaha MT-07 ABS

123,319~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Honda CB650F ABS

122,650~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Kawasaki W800 Cafe

125,103~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Included with ALL Tour Packages…

Accommodations (private room) with dinner and breakfast
Motorcycle rental with Insurance coverage
Motorcycle luggage (Panniers and/or top box, tank bags)
Navigation Unit with fully pre-programmed course, made by our expert rider
Tourist Guide for visiting Japan
Japanese Street Sign Guide in English
Safety and Orientation Briefing in English
Daily messaging with our staff to make sure you are having a great time!
24 Hour Emergency Support in English

Not Included…

Fuel
Lunch and Snacks
Toll Fees (pre-paid discount option avallable)
Tour Guide* (We don't recommend it because it's expensive, restrictive, and a bit too dull. Even first-time visitors who can't understand any Japanese have a great time with our tours!)
Support Vehicle* (we can help coordinate shipment of your suitcases and bags)
Helmets*, Gloves*, Riding Jackets*, Boots

*can be arranged with a surcharge

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