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Osaka Castle Bike Adventure With Lunch

Day Trip, Group Tour

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Discover Osaka's vibrant charm on a guided 11km cycling tour. Ride through bustling streets, visit a historic shrine, explore Edo-era history at a museum, and marvel at Osaka Castle. Enjoy a delicious Okonomiyaki lunch, and relax with matcha at a cafe. This tour is perfect for all - with a friendly guide, smooth paths, and unforgettable experiences included!

Osaka Castle Bike Adventure with Lunch Excursion

Experience the vibrant charm of Osaka on a dynamic cycling tour that combines history, culture, and local flavors in one unforgettable adventure. Perfect for those seeking a unique and active way to explore the city, this small-group journey offers a refreshing perspective on Osaka’s iconic landmarks and everyday life.

Your adventure begins with a leisurely ride through lively shopping streets, where the energy of local markets sets the tone for the day. Along the way, visit a renowned Shinto shrine, and let your expert guide introduce you to fascinating traditions and rituals unique to Osaka. This immersive cultural experience offers a window into the spiritual essence of Japan.

Step back in time at a museum that brings the Edo era to life, offering a glimpse into Osaka’s rich history. As you cycle through these engaging exhibits, you'll discover the city’s transformation over centuries, making it one of Japan’s most vibrant cultural hubs.

The highlight of the tour is a visit to the magnificent Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most celebrated landmarks. With its impressive architecture and stunning gardens, the castle provides a perfect backdrop for photos and quiet reflection. Before exploring the grounds, savor a delicious lunch featuring Okonomiyaki, Osaka’s famous savory pancake, at a local restaurant known for its exceptional quality and atmosphere.

Conclude your journey with a relaxing stop at a traditional green tea cafe. Unwind with a matcha pairing and light snacks, savoring the tranquil ambiance as you reflect on the day’s experiences. This stop offers a delightful contrast to the lively energy of the city and a taste of Japanese hospitality at its finest.

Cycling around Osaka is an effortless joy, thanks to well-maintained roads and a cyclist-friendly culture. Covering approximately 11 kilometers on flat terrain, this tour is ideal for travelers of all fitness levels, whether you're exploring solo, with friends, or as a family. With the flexibility to pause for photos and enjoy personalized guidance, this tour ensures a memorable and relaxed exploration of Osaka. Book now to discover the city’s hidden gems and cultural highlights in a fun, active way!

Interests
  • Adventure and Active
  • Cycling
Starting At
 
Tour Type
Group
 
Group Size
Small
 
Activity Type(s)
Bicycling
 
Tour Duration
5 Hours
 
Activity Level
Moderate
 
Tour Leaves From
An approximate 25-minute taxi ride (not included, approximately $25 each way) is required to reach your departure location. Full details will be provided in your electronic ticket upon confirmation.
 
Food/Beverage Provided
A local lunch, green tea, and a snack will be served.
 
Special Instructions
We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and sensible cycling shoes or sneakers. Sunglasses, a hat, and sunscreen are also suggested during the hot summer months.
 
Restrictions
Guests should know how to ride a bike and feel comfortable doing so. This tour is not wheelchair accessible, nor can it accommodate wheelchairs, strollers, or walkers. Luggage storage is available for rent for a cost of about 500 JPY or approximately $3.30 US. Smoking is prohibited in certain areas. The local representative may deny your participation in this tour if you consume alcohol beforehand, in accordance with the law. This tour cannot guarantee allergy-free meals, nor can it accommodate dietary restrictions, including gluten-free diets, as food is prepared in external restaurants. If you have any allergies, notify us at the time of booking. Substitutions may not always be possible. This tour is not recommended for infants, young children, or guests with limited mobility. Participants must be at least 16 years old and over 150cm ( 4'11'') tall to join this tour. Bike rentals are included (helmet is not included). For safety reasons, this tour may be canceled in case of unsuitable weather. Japan's summer is hot and humid. We recommend bringing water. Out of respect for all guests, the tour will start on time. Late arrivals will not be able to join, reschedule, or receive a refund. The itinerary is subject to change depending on traffic, weather, and other unforeseeable circumstances.
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About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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About Shore Excursions Group

About Us
Shore Excursions Group is the market leading and world's largest shore excursion company. Since 2008, we've provided cruise passengers with higher-quality, lower-priced, and smaller group shore excursions from a portfolio of nearly 4,000 tours in over 300 ports. Over the last 16 years, we've delivered more than 4.6M excursions with a 4.7 out of 5 star rating from more than 47k reviews.

Exceptional travel experiences are created by exceptional people. Our incredible team of cruise and travel experts has more than 100 years of combined industry experience, and we work in close collaboration with a network of exceptional tour operator partners dedicated to providing personalized and immersive excursions to cruise passengers in the ports they visit around the world.

Our excursions are higher quality, lower priced, and travel in smaller groups averaging just 12 guests per departure, allowing our guests to truly connect with the local culture and enjoy a more enriching travel experience. Our website provides a personalized shopping experience highlighting the top-rated and most popular excursions in each port of call with authentic photos, videos, and reviews from other guests.

Our proprietary itinerary search technology makes booking easy by displaying the excursions guaranteed to work for your ship's scheduled arrival and departure into each port of call. We also feature hand-curated multi-port packages with the top-rated excursion for each port bundled together at an additional discount.

Our Unique Approach
While the cruise lines and other companies also offer excursions, we are the experts and our experience and approach set us apart. Our exceptional excursions travel in smaller groups and visit more interesting and authentic locations, using more personalized tour guides.

Our team uses a comprehensive approach to select the leading guides and best tour providers around the world. Every excursion is carefully curated and closely monitored through quality control and customer feedback.

In today's fast paced world, vacations are an important way to relax, reconnect with family and friends, and discover new and interesting places - and our portfolio of the highest quality tours was created to provide authentic and rewarding travel experiences on your next trip.

High quality service is very important to travelers and leads to better experiences with higher satisfaction. We encourage you to call us, so our experts can answer your questions and help you select the best excursions for your cruise.

Our Exceptional Tours
Our priority is providing cruise guests with exciting and enriching tours with personalized service and smaller groups.

Our small group tours range from 2-12 people - far less than other tour companies with larger tours up to 50 people. We also offer outstanding private excursions - exclusive experiences for only you and your group with options to fully customize your tour.

Our "Scenic" tours provide up close and personal access to some of the most spectacular natural environments on Earth from majestic glaciers in Alaska to spectacular reefs in the Caribbean.

Our "Cultural" tours allow customers to experience local customs, entertainment and culinary delights ranging from tribal dances in Alaska to an outstanding local meal in Santorini, Greece.

Our "Active" tours offer a multitude of exciting and adventurous ways to experience our destinations. Kayak the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, hike to a spectacular waterfall in Hawaii, or bicycle through quaint villages in France.

Our "City" tours allow travelers to see the highlights of great cities around the world with unique insights provided by our expert tour guides.

Our Guarantee
We stand by our excursions, and we're committed to meeting your expectations. Our team and our guides are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences, which we've achieved consistently over many years and millions of tours. To the extent you are in any way dissatisfied with the experience we deliver, we will work to resolve your concerns - up to and including a full refund of your tour price. For more information visit the Shore Excursions Group website.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.