Journey through time and tranquility on the ancient Zenkoji Kaido.
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Away from the crowds
Embark on a serene guided cycling adventure along the historic Zenkoji Kaido, culminating in a visit to one of Japan's most revered Buddhist sites.
Enjoy a full day of guided cycling along the tranquil Zenkoji Kaido, moving through quiet hamlets, fields, and forested foothills. Pause for a local lunch at Hijiri Hive Beer & Café. In the late afternoon, check into the beautifully restored Satoyama Villa Honjin, a former honjin inn, and enjoy dinner. After breakfast the next day, take a private transfer to Nagano City to visit the historic Zenkoji Temple, one of Japan’s most important Buddhist sites, with onward travel options available.