Lake Biwa Tours and Tickets

See more of central Japan on this overnight tour than would be possible if you were traveling independently. Visit several must-see towns and important historical and cultural sites"”such Shirakawago, Hida Takayama, and Kenrokuen"”while learning all about them from your local, English-speaking guide. Experience Japan beyond the mega-cities. An ideal tour for travelers short on time.

This three-day, two-night tour is an ideal trip for travelers who want to see some of Japan's most beautiful and iconic places, but don't have very much time in the country. You'll visit Osaka, Kyoto, and Tokyo, and a number of places on the way, such as lakes, mountains, markets, and more. This tour takes the hassle out of traveling around Japan, and you'll see much more than you'd be able to if traveling independently.

Cycle the picturesque shores of Lake Biwa, enjoying jaw-dropping views and mouth-watering homemade food, during this this 6.5-hour bike trip. Pedal past sights like Shirahige Shrine and the nearby 'Torii' gate. Once you've worked up an appetite, take a scenic taxi ride to a mountain village in the nearby Hata district, enjoying a country-style lunch prepared by an 'Obaachan' (elderly woman), lively conversation and a chance to stroll the village's charming streets. A guide, bike and helmet, lunch and train from Kyoto are covered.

Experience the most vibrant cities of Japan on a 2 day, 1 night tour through Kyoto, Tokyo and Osaka. This is a perfect experience for those who have a short amount of time or want to orient themselves to the country. Choose to depart from either Kyoto or Osaka, then enjoy a flash journey through picturesque Japan. From Mount Fuji to Lake Biwa to sake breweries and markets, immerse yourself in Japanese culture.

Immerse yourself in the Japanese history of Lake Biwa during this 6-hour walking tour with a small group. Join no more than 12 guests as you visit Hikone Castle, Hachiman Moat, and enjoy the views from the summit of Mount Hachiman. You'll also learn details about Japan's Edo period and the Tokugawa Shogunate.

Experience more of Japan without the hassle of advance planning on a 3-day tour that covers Tokyo and Mt. Fuji. Traveling with a guide means you'll receive insight into local culture and discover places that you won't find in the guide book. Plus, included accommodation, and pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points make for a seamless experience.

Immerse yourself in the rhythms and traditions of life in a Japanese village during this 3-hour visit to the town of Ogi, including a 'mochi'-making lesson (Japanese rice cakes). Walk amidst the terraced rice fields of this picturesque town, discovering its more than 1,300 years of rice farming history. Then visit the home of a local farmer, learning the techniques to make 'mochi' while enjoying the warm hospitality of this friendly resident and his wife. A guide, plus lunch, mochi class and train from Kyoto are included.