Private Tour
Private Afternoon Cycling Tour in Hida-Furukawa
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Join us for one of the most popular local biking tours in Hida and feel the local's daily life in the Japanese countryside! Your knowledgeable English-speaking guide will provide you with insight of the history and culture for the area and, by biking with the slow pace, you will have a chance to feel the seasonal beauty and local people's lives in this farming village. This tour will take you to some exclusive places where you can experience the daily activities as well as local culture handed down for generations in Hida.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Minimum age is 6 years with minimum height of 125cm (approx. 4.1 ft)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Use of bicycle
Snacks
Use of helmet
Local taxes
Insurance
A basket is not attached to the bike
Food and drinks
Gratuities
What To Expect
The tour will depart from the meetup location at the Furukawa office of local operator in Hida at 2:00 pm for afternoon departure. You will meet with your friendly and informative guide and start the 3.5-hour biking tour to enjoy not only the beautiful scenery of Japanese countryside, but also local's lifestyle in the small village of Hida. Ride through a graceful old town in Hida and a farming village, the beautiful Satoyama will gradually come in sight. See local vegetables lining up in a market, huge old folk houses scattered, rice fields spreading all around surrounded by mountains. It is a well-balanced tour of exercise and relaxation for you and your family; feel the daily lives of local people while biking throughout a 22 km long route.
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Private Afternoon Cycling Tour in Hida-Furukawa
Reviews
113 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun Day Outside
Diveloonie,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Hisa on our walking/cycling tour. We were lucky with weather and the scenery was beautiful! It was nice to see a less touristed area just outside of Takayama.
Lovely afternoon cycling around Hida
HenryBert,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ayato led us on a lovely cycle tour around Hida-Furukawa a couple of weeks ago. We had a great time in this beautiful area and learned so much about this part of Japan and its warm and welcoming people. Ayato’s very knowledgeable and engaging with a deep knowledge of Hida. It was a real highlight of our recent trip to Japan.
Cycling tour
Gary B,
Jul 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a highlight of our trip to the area, our guide Ayoto was superb, he was extremely knowledgeable about the area, friendly and helpful. His English language was excellent and he got on extremely well with us all particularly our girls who are 16 and 14 He also went out of his way to accommodate us as we had a tight time frame having to get back to Takayama in time for an evening appointment. Ayoto knowing time was tight drove us to the train station.
Lovely afternoon ride!
SueW228,
Jun 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really great bike ride among the rice fields and town! Hisa is fabulous- very friendly and knowledgeable! We enjoyed learning about how rice is grown and enjoyed being in the beautiful countryside! We also were able to see some of the cows that are raised for Hida beef. We rode through some parts of the town and along the river path. It was an easy train ride back to Takayama where we were staying.
Great family-friendly bike ride through rural Japan
AReisende119,
Apr 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yesterday we were allowed to do a great slow tour through and around Hidari with our guide Ayato in the best weather and in great company (small group of 6 participants in total). We were traveling with our 6-year-old daughter and he was super considerate. In best English he instructed us and provided us with great information (rice growing, animals, etc.) on the way, even the rare Kamoshika (jap. Serau) we have discovered! With a short tea break just before completion he surprised us additionally - highly recommended. Unfortunately, our taxi arrived at the end (we still had to reach a bus from Takayama) and so we could no longer purchase fine cookies from the neighboring biscuit factory.
Easy and great tour bike around Hida
Alexis V,
Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour outside the beaten tracks to visit around Hida Furukawa. The tour was easy and Ayato our guide was super nice!
Perfect
SallyPayneAgain,
Mar 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The leaders (Kakuki and Roy) were amazing - interesting, caring and helpful. The pace was just right. I could not fault it. ( This was actually a tour we took with 6 complete strangers, but that didn't seem to be on the list of possible options to select for review)
Successful Cycling :)
susanmargaretkane,
Feb 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My partner and I had a fabulous afternoon cycling around the Hida-Furukawa countryside. This was the first time I had been cycling in over 20 years and our guide, Kazuki, was very supportive, helping me to get my confidence back and ensuring we were both safe. Thank you!
A true Satoyoma Adventure!
JessicaC7053,
Nov 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible time with Ayato as our tour guide. Cycling through the picturesque rice fields was a highlight, and his enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge of Japanese culture and nature made the experience even more special. Ayato’s insights into the local traditions and the beauty of the Japanese mountains were fascinating, and his passion for the region really shone through. He went above and beyond to ensure we had a truly immersive Satoyama experience, making the day both educational and unforgettable. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to connect with the heart of Japan’s countryside! Arigato Ayato San! Jessica and Kyle :)
Great tour with Hisa if a little damp.
roberthL9779TU,
Oct 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Unfortunately the bike tour stopped early due to rain. However Hisa was brilliant and showed us his town and museums which were fantastic. He is an enthusiastic and very knowledgeable guide. I highly recommend him and the company Satoyama Experience
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