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Jacqtours Shikoku

Mt Ishizuchi, the Niyodo river & kaiseki nights — inland Shikoku, fully bespoke.

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6D5N
110 km
Max Daily Dist.
1,740 m
Max Daily Elev.
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$600
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Jacqtours Shikoku

An inland Shikoku cycling experience of elegant climbs, effortless coastal descents, refined kaiseki meals, and tranquil in-house onsen. Always expertly supported, attentive to details and fully bespoke. Ride highlights include spectacular Mt Ishizuchi “the roof of Shikoku” at 1,982m and the beautiful Niyodo river making for a stunning ride to Kochi.

Itinerary overview

A curated itinerary featuring incredibly scenic rides with undulating rides, challenging climbs as well as glorious descents. Highlights: Kobe, Awaji Island, Mt Ishizuchi at 1,982m, Kazuya Bridge, Dogo onsen town, coastal rides, and river tracing Niyodo River.

Package includes:

  • Five nights accommodation at 4 star hotels including two nights at traditional Ryokan hot spring resort, one night at hotel with in-house onsen.
  • All breakfasts, four dinners including two traditional Japanese speciality multi-dish kaiseki set dinners.
  • Four guided rides with support vehicle with professional mechanic service.
  • Cycling nutrition & hydration – local snacks, fruit, isotonic, coke, water.
  • Airport transfers, hotel transfers, contingency transfers in event of inclement weather or cycling fatigue
  • Local transfers, bike box transfers & storage
  • Route planning, detailed maps & complete information for the rides
  • Welcome ride bag: customised musette, x2 Jacqtours jerseys for wearing on tour, Jacqtours commemorative tour tee, x2 customised bidons
  • Fully hosted by Jacqtours

Package excludes:

  • International airfare
  • Domestic airfare KCZ – ITM currently at S$61
  • Entrance fees to places of attractions, add-on tours outside the cycling itinerary
  • Visa applications or costs incurred for travel extension & deviation from official itinerary
  • Meals not otherwise stated (lunches and one dinner)
  • Bike rental
  • Tipping of guides at discretion
  • Personal expenses, drinks with meals
  • Travel insurance (Please note travel insurance is a must on all Jacqtours and should cover the entire travel period and all activities of the tour).

Itinerary

Day 1
SIN to KIX, transfer to Kobe

SQ620 0830-1610. Transfer to Kobe. Overnight Kobe 4 star hotel

Day 2
Awaji Island

Quiet coastal roads with sea views & punchy climbs on scenic Awaji Island. End ride at nice onsen. 2hr transfer. Overnight Niihama 4 star hotel

Mileage: 80 km Elevation: +930 m
Day 3
UFO Line, Mt Ishizuchi

Spectacular climbing day up the “UFO Line” of Mt Ishizuchi, for stunning ridge views. Overnight Dogo, Japan’s oldest & most famous hot spring town, frequently patronised by the Imperial family. 4 star traditional ryokan

Mileage: 99 km Elevation: +1,740 m
Day 4
Dogo loop via Tobe

Seaside riding, rural countryside roads, historic towns, and gentle climbs for a beautifully varied Shikoku experience. Overnight Dogo 4 star traditional ryokan

Mileage: 100 km Elevation: +891 m
Day 5
Niyodo River to Kochi

River tracing ride following the crystal-clear Niyodo River to the Pacific coast, combining tranquil river roads, lush valleys, and a dramatic seaside finish. A mostly descending ride! Overnight Kochi 4 star onsen hotel

Mileage: 95 km Elevation: +550 m
Day 6
KIX to SIN

Domestic flight Kochi to Itami airport, Osaka 1130-1215. Lunch and transfer for return flight SQ621 KIX-SIN 1725-2305

$600 per day