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Duration

15 days – 13 nights

Distance

1700 km

Meal

13 bkf – 10 meals

Riding

11 days

Price

Starting from 4 388 € / pers

Departures

Motorcycle touring in Japan, land of the Samurais

"To the Samourais’ land", Highlights

Among the few geographic divisions that make up the Japanese archipelago, Kanto, Chubu, and Kansai are undoubtedly the ones that have shaped its history and continue to enrich the country today. Bridging traditions and modernity, this circuit offers a total cultural immersion, inviting you to explore its popular wonders and secrets along routes exclusively selected for bikers.

  • The ride across the 'Rainbow Bridge' in Tokyo
  • The stroll through the heart of Okunoin Cemetery
  • A free day in the heart of the megalopolis
  • Traditional Japanese accommodations
  • The magic of the Byodo-In Temple
  • Kyoto, its historic districts, and its geishas
  • The legendary Japanese courtesy
  • The crossing of tea fields and views of Mount Fuji

"To the Samourais’ land" program extracts

Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-Tours | Tokyo Senjoji

TOKYO

Boarding, overnight on board. Welcome at the airport, transfer to the hotel, check-in. Here we are, in the heart of Tokyo. For the remaining time of the day, we let ourselves be overwhelmed, with curiosity, by the bustling life of the Tokyoites. The popular district of Asakusa and its Sensoji Temple will immerse us in the popular Japan.
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Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-Tours | Fuji San

TAHARA

240 km - 4h30

This morning, we saddle up for Mount Fuji and exceptional views if the weather conditions are in our favor. The slopes of the eternal volcano and the crossing of the tea fields leave a lasting impression of fabulous memories. We continue our journey along the Sugura Bay towards Shizuoka. This city represents the central hub of the Sencha tea market in Japan. We arrive at our destination on the Atsumi Peninsula by the end of the day.
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Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-Tours | Okunoin Koya San

KOYA SAN

210 km - 4h30

Terraced rice fields and, above all, beautiful roads lead us to our arrival at Koya San. This sacred place and cradle of Shingon Buddhism is classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is home to nearly 120 temples and monasteries as well as a vast forest of ancient cryptomeria trees. It houses the Okuno-in, a cemetery with over 200,000 tombstones of samurai, dignitaries, and ordinary people. Our day will end in a Shukubo with the monks, where we will share a dinner according to their rites and traditions.
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Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-Tours | Kyoto Kiyomizu dera

KYOTO

110 km - 3h30

Departure for what was in the 12th century the cradle of Ninjutsu. We will stop for lunch near Uji. This small town is home to another great symbol in Japan, the Byodo-In. It is a Buddhist temple from the 11th century listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The day will end in the heart of beautiful Kyoto to enjoy Japanese hospitality and its culinary wonders.
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Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-Tours | Hikone Castle

GIFU

180 km - 4h15

We will leave Kyoto heading towards Lake Biwa and its shores. Our destination is Hikone and its castle. Built during the Edo period between 1603 and 1622, it is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and represents a strong symbol of the Japanese feudal system. We will visit the castle, its museum, and have lunch. Then, we continue our journey towards Mount Ibuki and its winding roads. We will arrive in Gifu by late afternoon, a city known in Japan for cormorant fishing.
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Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-Tours | Ryokan Japan

KAWAGOE

200 km - 4h15

On our final day, we will ride towards KosuFarm through beautiful mountain roads, eventually arriving in Tomioka. This small town is home to a historic silk mill and silk culture center. It symbolizes the beginning of Japan’s industrialization and was the result of collaboration between France and Japan in the late 19th century. Today, the silk mill is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We will explore and take a guided tour. Then, we will return to the outskirts of Tokyo by nightfall.
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Road-trip moto Japon Air-Moto-Tours | shops Asakusa

TOKYO

80 km - 1h30

Motorcycle returns will take place in the morning. A metro pass will be provided for you to freely explore the capital and its famous districts such as the incredible Shibuya, where the crowds are astonishing, Shinjuku, a hub of skyscrapers, Harajuku, the temple of fashion and Japanese youth, Kagurazaka with its French quarter, and many other places depending on your desires. For our final dinner, we will board a yakatabune for a 3-hour cruise along Tokyo Bay. Departure for Paris at the end of the day 14.
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Distance & Itinerary: 1700 km

Available Travel packages on: "To the Samourais’ land"

Self guided tour

Starting from 4 388 € / PERSON

We reserve the plane ticket, motorbike and accommodation. At your own pace, you organize your day.

Guided group tour

Starting from 5 698 € / PERSON

We take care of your plane ticket, your motorcycle, your accommodation, your luggage and in the company of our guide, you enjoy every moment of the trip.

"To the Samourais’ land", Prices & information

Included in group packages only

The price includes

  • Departure from Paris includes round-trip regular flights and all taxes
  • Airport reception and transfers
  • Accommodation in standard and superior categories, based on double occupancy
  • The specified meals and all local taxes
  • Sightseeing, tolls, ferries, and planned parking are included, except during free time
  • The rental of a category 1 motorcycle for the specified duration
  • The administrative procedures for obtaining a Japanese driver's license
  • Unlimited mileage, fuel, and luggage transportation
  • Supervision by a local French-speaking motorcyclist
  • Mechanical assistance and comprehensive motorcycle insurance
  • A travel booklet provided 6 weeks before your departure

In all packages

The price does not include

  • The administrative formalities fees for the stay
  • Meals and drinks not included (about ¥1000 for lunch and ¥1500 for dinner)
  • Payment of all or part of the deductible in case of damages
  • Additional equipment for the rider or passenger
  • Personal expenses during breaks and free time
  • Traffic violations, overweight baggage surcharges
  • Cancellation and travel insurance, are available as optional extras
  • Anything not explicitly stated in "the price includes"

Circuit: To the Samourais’ land, Options & insurance

Bike
CAT 1 (-1000CC)
CAT 2 (+1000CC)
Couple
0 €
425 €
Single
837 €
1 466 €
Single room
1 495 €
Cancellation insurance
3.0 %
Multi-risk insurance
4.5 %

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"To the Samourais’ land" Registration conditions

Formalities

For foreign citizens (No French), please refer to the authorities of your country for more information.

Accommodation

On request and under feasibility conditions, participants registering alone can group to avoid the single room supplement.

Price

The prices are applicable on the date of publication of the catalogue, for this season. They are revisable according to the regulations in force. Air Moto Tours reserves the right to cancel the trip or submit for approval, a possible fare adjustment if the minimum number of participants is not reached.

Terms of sale

Motorcycles available on "To the Samourais’ land"

Subject to availability at time of booking

  • Honda | EN

HONDA GOLDWING | EN

  • C2 (+1000CC) EN
  • BMW | EN

BMW F 850 GS | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Kawasaki | EN

KAWASAKI Z900 | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Harley-Davidson | EN

HARLEY-DAVIDSON HERITAGE | EN

  • C2 (+1000CC) EN

Bike On Request

  • Harley-Davidson | EN

HARLEY-DAVIDSON SPORTSTER XL1200 | EN

  • C2 (+1000CC) EN
  • Honda | EN

HONDA NT 700 | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Harley-Davidson | EN

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROAD KING | EN

  • C2 (+1000CC) EN
  • Harley-Davidson | EN

HARLEY-DAVIDSON STREET GLIDE | EN

  • C2 (+1000CC) EN
  • BMW | EN

BMW F 750 GS | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Harley-Davidson | EN

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROAD GLIDE | EN

  • C2 (+1000CC) EN
  • Kawasaki | EN

KAWASAKI W800 | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Suzuki | EN

SUZUKI V-STROM 650 | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Yamaha | EN

YAMAHA MT07-09 | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Yamaha | EN

YAMAHA DRAGSTAR 400 | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Yamaha | EN

YAMAHA SR 400 | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Honda | EN

HONDA CB 400 | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Honda | EN

HONDA NC 750 | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Yamaha | EN

YAMAHA XV 950 R (BOLT) | EN

  • C1 (-1000CC) EN
  • Harley-Davidson | EN

HARLEY-DAVIDSON ELECTRA GLIDE | EN

  • C2 (+1000CC) EN
  • Honda | EN

HONDA CB 1100 | EN

  • C2 (+1000CC) EN

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