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Highlights
- Cycle through the UNESCO-listed Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara, inscribed in July 2026, uncovering Japan's birthplace and hidden sites.
- Meet your English-speaking cycling guide at Kintetsu Asuka Station, gear up with helmet and e-bike, then set off through the countryside.
- Glide on a comfortable e-bike with helmet, insurance, and site entry covered, plus bottled water and a light snack to keep you going.
- Pedal between rice fields to ancient burial mounds, temples, and mysterious stone monuments while hearing early myths and everyday village stories.
Your Experience
Explore the Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara by e-bike with an English-speaking cycling guide through rural Nara landscapes.
Getting started
Begin your tour at Kintetsu Asuka Station, where your English-speaking cycling guide meets you and introduces the route through Asuka and Fujiwara. After a short setup, you receive your e-bike rental, bicycle helmet, and cycling insurance confirmation before setting off. Bottled water is provided at the start of the tour, so you are ready to ride comfortably into the countryside.
What to expect
Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara
You cycle through the Ancient Capitals of Asuka and Fujiwara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in July 2026. This area is known as the birthplace of Japan and combines early political centers with a rural setting that has preserved many historical traces.
Features
- The route leads you through peaceful countryside, rice fields, and timeless rural landscapes, away from busy tourist areas, so you can focus on the historical scenery that shaped early Japan.
- Entrance fees for the scheduled sites, where applicable, are included, allowing you to visit ancient burial mounds, temples, and mysterious stone monuments without arranging separate payments.
- Your expert English-speaking cycling guide shares stories about Japan's early history, mythology, and local culture, explaining how Asuka and Fujiwara functioned as ancient capitals.
- E-bike rental, a properly fitted bicycle helmet, and cycling insurance are all included, which supports a comfortable ride between hidden historical sites and locations that are difficult to explore by car or on foot.
- Bottled water provided at the start of the tour and light snacks, such as an energy bar or seasonal fruit, help you stay refreshed as you move between burial mounds, temples, and stone monuments across the landscape.
Wrapping up
The tour finishes back at Kintetsu Asuka Station, where you return your e-bike and helmet. From here, you can continue exploring the area on your own or use your pre-arranged transportation from the station to head to your next destination.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Entrance fees for scheduled sites, where applicable
- Expert English-speaking guide
- E-bike rental
- Bicycle helmet
- Cycling insurance
- Bottled water provided at the start of the tour
- Light snacks, such as an energy bar or seasonal fruit
- Transportation to and from Kintetsu Asuka Station
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch and additional food and drinks
- Personal expenses
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Ticket Delivery
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.
Frequently asked questions
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