Private Nara - Heart of Nature Bike Tour

Escape the standard sightseeing lines on an off-the-beaten-tracks private bike tour designed to explore Nara away from all the tourists. This challenging outdoor journey masterfully blends physical sport, pristine nature, and deep Japanese history on top-range cross bikes. Throughout the day, your bilingual live guide will introduce you to Nara’s legacy of historical crafts, specifically focusing on calligraphy and knife manufacturing. You will visit the Kikuichi Knife Company Original Shop—a traditional establishment boasting a 750-year history—where you can test a blade on paper, access direct tax refunds, and receive a complimentary Japanese character name engraving on the blade if the staff is working that day.

Your athletic riding route leads you directly into the Kasugayama Primeval Forest on two wheels to uncover wonderful secrets and hidden gems. You will conquer the terrain up to the Wakakusayama Third Summit to capture a mind-blowing, one-of-a-kind picture of the city landscape, rewarding your climb with an included morning snack and an eco-friendly water refill. Deep within the quiet forest, you will explore the ruins of a long-forgotten temple called “Kyofukuji,” where nature is progressively taking back the area, showcasing a rare harmony of Buddhist architecture and forest growth. Additionally, you will discover protected hidden Buddhist statues carved into stone, left behind by an ancient Buddhist community. Conclude your mountain journey with a short walk to Uguisuno Falls to admire a stunning waterfall and an old preserved bridge surrounded by local forest wildlife.