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Enjoy a day trip that uncovers another facet of Tokyo, making for an unforgettable day of your journey. A small adventure through clear streams and forests leads you to a secret waterfall.
Enjoy lunch on chairs by the stream with our special sandwich, savoring the serenity away from urban life. This moment of leisure is a precious break for those weary of the city.
In spring, you can visit the village of Otsu, enveloped in pink blossoms, resembling a paradise. This scenic beauty is a treasure of the area, created by locals planting each cherry and azalea tree.
Wearing special waterproof gear, you will splash through the streams of a tributary of the Akigawa River, a place ordinary tourists never visit, in search of a secret waterfall.
Among them is a suspension bridge known for its autumn foliage. After parking your bicycle nearby and walking across this bridge, you'll pass through a forest path to arrive at the hot springs.

Little Adventure with Cycling in Tokyo No. 1 Crystal Clear River

By 東京裏山ベース
10 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$210 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
Overview

This tour offers a unique day trip from central Tokyo, revealing a side of the city unknown to many foreign tourists. In the upper reaches of the Tama and Akigawa Rivers, you'll discover Tokyo's historical connection to Edo, fuelled by charcoal burning and forestry. This tour promises a deeper insight into Tokyo, combining fun, culinary delights, and relaxation into an unforgettable experience. Starting just an hour by train from the city, your adventure begins with an electric bike ride from Tokyo Urayama Base, the gateway to the Akigawa Valley. You'll cycle along the river, explore ancient temples, sample local foods, and enjoy lunch by a secluded riverside. The highlight is a walk through the river in waterproof gear to a hidden waterfall, followed by a soothing footbath in a hot spring. This tour is a comprehensive way to experience Tokyo's natural beauty, rural landscapes, and hot springs in just one day.

Activity location

  • Kotokuji Temple
    • 234 Kowada
    • 190-0151, Akiruno, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 東京裏山ベース
    • 219-7 Tateya
    • 190-0163, Akiruno, Tokyo, Japan

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Little Adventure with Cycling in Tokyo No. 1 Crystal Clear River
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h6h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00 am
Price details
NZ$210.44 x 1 AdultNZ$210.44

Total
Price is NZ$210.44
Until Tue, 26 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGuide fee
  • What's includedWhat's includedWaterproof wear rental
  • What's includedWhat's includedChair rental
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch (Cuba sandwich lunchbox) on chairs placed by the riverside
  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of bicycle
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal sweets (oyaki)

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Kotokuji Temple
  • 30m
You can pass through the splendid thatched gate, see the giant ginkgo tree, and listen to explanations about the temple's history.
Kurochaya
  • 1h
After preparing for departure, we will ride electric bicycles with a guide for the first half of the tour. We will stop at scenic bridges, old temples, Japanese gardens, and cafes with terraces overlooking the valley.
Akigawa Valley
  • 2h
12:00-13:00 Lunch by placing outdoor chairs at a special riverside (Special Cuba sandwich lunchbox) 13:00-14:00 River Trekking Tour
秋川溪谷瀨音之湯
  • 1h 30m
14:00-14:40 Cycling by electric bicycle (second half) 14:40-15:30 Cross a suspension bridge and visit a hot spring for a footbath and souvenir shopping

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKotokuji Temple
    • 234 Kowada
    • 190-0151, Akiruno, Tokyo Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE東京裏山ベース
    • 219-7 Tateya
    • 190-0163, Akiruno, Tokyo, Japan

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