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Lake Kawaguchiko Overlook Bike and Hike Tour
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5 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Hike a mountain trail with fantastic views of Mt Fuji and the lake below. The trail winds past patches of wildflowers and through groves of magnificent white beech trees, red pine and cypress. Hydrangeas along the course are decked with purple and pink blossoms in summer.
After the hike, you'll bike around the lake to picturesque country roads relatively few tourists ever see. Stops include Japan's oldest shrine dedicated to Mt Fuji, a beautiful 400-year-old crimson structure in an evergreen grove. You'll also visit a lakeside flower park where the iconic mountain can be seen with colorful blooms in the foreground.
The cycling route offers outstanding seasonal attractions, including cherry and plum blossoms in spring and colorful maple and ginko leaves in fall.
What's Included
- Helmet, light hiking backpack and basic insurance
- Bottled water
- Light snacks included. Special dietary needs accommodated.
- Use of bicycle
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you at the main entrance of Kawaguchiko Station and will be holding a flag that says "Fuji Bike Tour" on it.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Lake Kawaguchiko
Cycle around a magnificent lake and enjoy views of Mt Fuji from its shores. Bike beside rows of cherry trees on the waterfront, enjoying cherry blossom viewing in spring. Then bike to the quiet, scenic country roads on the less-developed side of the lake and view the "floating shrine" on the lake.
2 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mount Fuji
Enjoy outstanding views of Mt Fuji and the surrounding countryside.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hike the Lake Overlook Trail and ascend to a series of vista points above Lake Kawaguchiko from which Mt Fuji can be seen. At the summit, enjoy spectacular views of Mt Fuji and the lake. Then hike back down, passing rows of hydrangeas that flower in summer.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Maple Corridor
Cycle through the "Maple Corridor," viewing colorful leaves in fall.
5 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bike beside rows of cherry trees on the waterfront, enjoying cherry blossom viewing in spring
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Visit the oldest shrine dedicated to Mt Fuji.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Fuji Bike Tour
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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