Private Cycling Tour in Asuka village

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3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join a local Asuka guide for an e‑bike tour around the village！
This tour is designed by SAKI, a travel designer born and raised in Nara.
The tour guide is also a local from Nara. Because they live in the area, they can share abundant, insider knowledge of Nara’s charms.

Asuka—where Japan’s first capital was established—still preserves ruins that reflect Asian cultural influences brought along the Silk Road. Your guide will point out the must‑see spots and explain them in an easy‑to‑follow way. Relax and take in the tranquil countryside.

Travelaction is a local travel agency based in Nara. we aim to provide tours that allows both local residents and travelers to engage in authentic interactive communication, offering a deeper experience of Japanese culture and traditions.

What's Included

Local English Guide Fee
Admission Fee Ishibutai Tumulus
Lunch
All Fees and Taxes
Use of bicycle
Coffee experience (2 cups of coffee with japanese confectionary)
Personal expence
Bottled water

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This private tour is a half-day cycling tour with meet up at Kintetsu Asuka Station. We'll be waiting for you outside the ticket gate.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    we will walk to a bicycle rental shop 'Asuka rental cycle' just 1 mint walk from Kintetsu Asuka Station. Introduce each other, adjust a bicycle saddle,and take a lecture on measures in case of emergency.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit the Shijin-no-Yakata and explore the mysteries of burial mounds built in the late 7th to early 8th century. From the Kitora Tumulus have been recovered brilliantly colored wall paintings and one of East Asia’s oldest complete astronomical charts. Experience a re‑discovery of Silk Road–influenced Asian cultures right here in Japan.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Beautiful Inabuchi terraced rice fields,which are one of the best 100 in Japan, as well as gigantic scarecrows are must-sees! 　 - Explore and see everyday life of Satoyama settlement in Inabuchi and okuasuka area.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ishibutai Tomb

    Visit the Ishibutai Tumulus, a major spot in Asuka Village. 　 - Let’s go inside the Tumulus; horizontal stone chamber. 　 (What is different from the Imperial ancient tomb? Why are there no mounds?)

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5

    Back to Asuka Station

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

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
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Mountain Bike Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Sustainable Tours
Eco Tours
E-Bike Tours
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