The Experienced Riders Tour 5 Days/4 Nights: The RIDE is more important than the destination! (Mid Spring / Summer / Autumn bookings only)

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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 has 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!

Special thanks to Steve C., who enjoyed this course last season, and provided photos and commentary!

Day 1

Tokyo to Kiso

Your first day of riding is a quick trip out of the city down south, past Mt. Fuji, and into the Southern Alps to Lake Suwa.

After taking a break in the Ikawa Lake area, you will get your first taste of some twisty roads leading to your accommodations. Ride along past Mt Fuji theading towards the southern alps to Lake Suwa.

From there, you continue on to Enrei Ojo Parkline and some particularly tight, twisting mountain roads with spectacular scenery to your hotel in Kiso

Total distance is approximately 300km. Riding time is about 5.5 hours.
Accommodations: Standard Class with Dinner and Breakfast served

"Off the expressway into the woods was great, every 100m was completely different to the last. Tracks were only the width of a small Japanese car, some of the road was clear and dry, other parts were wet, holes, bumps, tree debris etc which left only a very narrow patch to navigate. At times when there was no barrier and it was a steep 12 ft into the river or endless amount to the bottom on the mountain.
You wanted to look everywhere, but couldn't take your eyes off the road"

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Accommodations: Standard class accommodations (upgrades available upon request)

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Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours Tokyo Kiso ryokan traditional bedroom

Day 2

Kiso to Okuhida

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Day two is light on total mileage, but intense! 146km, -all twisty mountain roads, will take 4-5 hours or riding - You will go up through narrow twisty roads to Norikura, and then drop down into Hirayu/Hida Takayama via Shin Hotaka Ropeway, which is worth a stop, and really close to your hotel.

"Day 2 had lots of great twistys and awesome views. Riding through one of the many tunnels, there was a big surprise coming out of one, when it opened up to a beautiful lake.
Some really smooth road during the day, but the occasional huge road bump, easy to catch you out if you were admiring the scenery.

Rest of the day was riding through quiet and beautiful little towns, lots of waterfalls, rivers, bridges, tonnes of hairpins. Watch out for bears!
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Accommodations: Standard class accommodations (upgrades available upon request)

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Day 3

Okuhida to Matsunoyama Onsen

A relaxing day of riding, 288km, will take 5-6 hours of riding. You will be riding along Arimine Rindo, an awesome road. Ride along the Sea of Japan coastline to your accommodations

"A nice start to the day with plenty of flowing roads along the rivers, broken up by tunnel repair works for the occasional breather. Coming off the main roads and into sunshine filled countryside with small farming villages and a different type of view for the afternoon, passing the occasional shrine and stopping off at the cable car station for a stretch and the beautiful delight that is a hot coffee from a vending machine. Towards the end of the day, the Sea of Japan on the west coast came in to view which was very exciting to realise you have made it across the country already."

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Accommodations: Standard class accommodations (upgrades available upon request)

japan motorcycle tours ninjatours intense riders okuhida matsunoyama ryokan traditional bedroom

japan motorcycle tours ninjatours intense riders okuhida matsunoyama kaiseki ryori

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Day 4

Matsunoyama Onsen to Inawashiro

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This will take something out of you- 293km, with about 6 hours of focused riding. This is a BIG ride. Start off with a ride on the Uonuma Skyline. This is only about 25km, but its very narrow, tight roads. A good challenging ride! Then you will ride through the Aizu National Park, quite beautiful twisty mountain road, the whole way, then up to Lake Hibara- all local roads, and stay focused!. You will have earned a hot soak in the hot springs awaiting you.

"…Having been pre-warned that Day 4 was going to be a ‘big day’. I was pleased to say it was for all of the right reasons. The roads around the lakes could not have had any more corners in them if they tried, it was twist after turn after hairpin, again and again for almost the entire day. The lake was spectacular in the sunshine, however full concentration was required to navigate the complex route.

As per the previous days, the road conditions changed frequently with wet leafy patches, drainage gulleys and step drop-offs down the mountain. The final stretch took some time, through a local town and onto a simple hotel set on the edge of another beautiful lake."

Accommodations: Standard class accommodations (upgrades available upon request)

Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours matsunoyama onsen inawashiro ryokan bedroom view

Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours matsunoyama onsen inawashiro hot springs

Japan motorcycle tour ninjatours matsunoyama onsen inawashiro traditional dinner

Day 5

Inawashiro to Tokyo

Final day- 306km, About 6 hours of riding- Ride down the Bandai Gold Line down past Lake Inawashiro, a scenic ride through the countryside. Then, onward to Mt. Jeans and through Nasu Kogen for one last set of twisty roads, on to the expressway and back to Tokyo by 1600

"…it was a good couple of hours on the final twistys before heading back to the expressway bound for Tokyo. Every corner you didn’t want it to end as you knew the trip was coming to an end, and suddenly realised how quickly the week had gone and how much ground you had covered, riding from East to West and back again. Coming back to the buzz of the city was exciting as you’re riding in Tokyo, but deep down you wish you could just turn around and do it all again!"

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Price List and Motorcycle Selection

All prices INCLUDE 4 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

234,407~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

BMW R1200 GS Exclusive ABS

269,765~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Aprilia Caponord 1200 Travel Pack ABS

265,505~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Yamaha MT-09 ABS

228,443~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Aprilia Shiver 750V Twin

226,526~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Kawasaki 1000 Ninja (Touring Edition)

228,443~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Benelli TRE-K 1130

236,963~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

BMW F850 GS Premium Line ABS

262,097~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

BMW R1200 RS Premium Line ABS

267,209~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Ducati Multistrada 1200 S Touring ABS

265,505~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Yamaha MT-07 ABS

218,006~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Honda CB650F ABS

216,728~ Yen
Includes Insurance, Accommodations, Dinner and Breakfast

Kawasaki W800 Cafe

221,414~ 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

BOOK THIS TOUR…or ask us a question!