Challenge Japan’s Most Iconic Coastal Cycling Destination
Traverse the Shimanami Kaido to fully immerse yourself in the unique scenery of islands and bridges characteristic of the Seto Inland Sea.
Tour in Japan
— Setouchi
CYCLING SHIMANAMI 2026
A National-Designated Cycling Route in Japan—A Cyclist's Ultimate Challenge.Ranked as one of the "World's Top 10 Most Beautiful Cycling Routes"
Distance
129.67km
Elevation Gain
1139m
Duration
4 Days, 3 Nights
Group Size
6-8
Difficulty Level
Difficult
Route Highlights
Endorsed by a World-Class Cycling Event
Elevate your journey through the Seto Inland Sea, making it an experience of even greater significance and engagement.
Exclusive Access: Highway Closure & Special Opening
Ride on a course—normally inaccessible to the public—for a truly rare and breathtaking experience.
More Than Just Finishing a Race
Use this journey as an opportunity to deeply explore and appreciate the most classic cycling landscapes the Seto Inland Sea has to offer.
Itinerary
Afternoon Upon arrival in Hiroshima, airport transfers will be arranged based on guests' flight schedules. We will then proceed to the Onomichi area for check-in. The focus of the day's itinerary is on settling in and getting acquainted with the surroundings; no formal cycling activities are scheduled for this day.
Evening A welcome dinner will be held in the evening, providing an opportunity to formally meet your fellow riders and the tour staff, as well as to prepare for the cycling tour on Day 2 and the race on Day 3.
Morning After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel and head to the Mukaishima Sports Park to complete the race check-in process.
Afternoon In the afternoon, we will embark on a relaxed warm-up ride. This is a chance to experience the sea breeze of the Seto Inland Sea, as well as the scenery of the bridges and islands, all from the saddle of your bike. It also allows your body to gradually ease into race mode. After the ride, we will return to the hotel to rest and conserve energy for the official race day ahead.
Daytime After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel for Mukaishima Sports Park to officially kick off our Seto Inland Sea race day. On the Shimanami Kaido—Japan's most iconic route for cross-sea cycling—everyone will experience a unique race atmosphere and the thrill of riding on a closed-road course. For many cyclists, this is not merely a competition, but a memorable personal challenge along the Shimanami Kaido. After the race concludes, we will return to the hotel to rest.
Evening A farewell dinner is scheduled for the evening to bring this Seto Inland Sea cycling journey to a perfect close.
After breakfast, group transfers to Hiroshima Airport will be arranged based on flight schedules, marking the conclusion of the tour. Thus, this cycling adventure—centered around the Seto Inland Sea race and the Shimanami Kaido—officially comes to an end. From the pre-race warm-ups to the race-day challenge, we hope this journey proves to be an unforgettable cycling experience in Japan for you.
Included Services
Inclusions
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Accommodation
Hotel accommodation throughout the entire trip (please inform our staff at the time of registration if you require a single room).
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Meals
Meals provided throughout the activity, including local specialty dishes and cycling journey refreshments.
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Transportation
Arrangement of air-conditioned tour vehicles, with a support vehicle following the group throughout the entire journey.
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Staff Services
Professional tour leader services provided throughout the trip to ensure your safety and smooth travel experience.
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Support Services
A dedicated support vehicle follows the group at all times, carrying refreshments, repair equipment, and basic first-aid supplies to ensure a worry-free cycling adventure.
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Insurance
Comprehensive travel accident insurance covering the entire duration of the trip.
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Travel Photography
Accompanying staff members provide travel photography services to capture your journey's highlights.
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Airport Transfers
Transfers to and from the airport at the destination are provided for participants arriving on designated flight schedules.
Excluded Services
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Additional Vehicle Usage Fees
Any costs incurred for personal vehicle usage outside of the scheduled itinerary or designated timeframes.
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Overtime Fees
Any overtime pay for staff members resulting from personal requests or other specific circumstances.
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Beverages, Entrance Fees, and Other Items
The service package does not include alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, entrance tickets to attractions, or other personal expenses; these may be purchased independently if desired.
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Major Transportation
Costs related to round-trip airfare, visas, personal spending, and excess baggage fees.
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Accommodation Surcharges
Additional fees applicable if a single room is requested for the entire duration of the trip.
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Independent Itinerary Arrangements
Costs incurred due to extending one's vacation or participating in optional, self-funded excursions.
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Other Expenses
Any additional costs arising from force majeure events (such as natural disasters), special circumstances (such as traffic delays, flight cancellations, or schedule changes), or other causes not attributable to our company.