Private E-bike Adventure in Osaka's Hills

Discover Osaka's hidden rural beauty on this e-bike tour through Minoo Hills. Starting at 10am, this 5-hour adventure guides you along serene rivers and through charming parks before ascending to lush foothills. Experience scenic views as you ride past the Minogawa Dam, then enjoy a well-deserved coffee and cake break in Ikeda. This private tour, perfect for up to 4 guests, combines cycling with cultural insights, making it ideal for those seeking to escape the urban hustle. Riders must be at least 160cm tall and possess intermediate cycling skills. - Private e-bike tour for a personalized experience - Includes Specialized e-bike, helmet, guide, coffee, and lunch - Cover approximately 55km of diverse landscapes - Minimum height requirement of 160cm for riders, suitable for intermediate cyclists

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   Stop 1

   15 min

   Cycle Osaka is your way of bringing together three of your favourite things in the world; the freedom of bike riding, the pleasure of meeting new and like-minded people, and the awesome city of Osaka. Started in early 2013, we have been running small-group bike tours of Osaka for over ten years now.

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   Yodogawa Kasen Park

   1 hour

   Cycle along a series of pleasant waterways—including the O River, Yodo River, and Taka River—as you leave Osaka’s inner city behind.

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   Hattori Ryokuchi Park

   15 min

   Pause in the expansive greenery of Hattori Ryokuchi Park and catch a glimpse of everyday family life in this beloved suburban escape.

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   Senri Riverbank

   45 min

   Pedal north alongside this charming suburban stream, before gradually climbing into the Minoh foothills.

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   Minoh Falls

   30 min

   Take an optional hike to the iconic Minoh waterfall— highly recommended in summer.

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   Katsuo-ji Temple

   30 min

   Stroll through the striking grounds of Katsuoji Temple, renowned for its thousands of hand-painted Daruma dolls.

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   Stop 7

   20 min

   Put your top-end e-bikes to work as you climb to the highest point of the trip, rewarded with sweeping views across the Osaka and Hyogo plains.

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   Ikeda

   40 min

   After an exhilarating descent into Ikeda, relax with a specialty coffee and baked goods at the very Instagram-friendly Canvas Café.

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   Air Front Oasis Shimogawara

   10 min

   Take a break from river riding near Itami Airport and feel the thunder of planes taking off before continuing onward.

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    Ina River

    40 min

    Enjoy a leisurely riverside ride back toward Osaka on dedicated bike paths, with beautifully varied scenery along the way.

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    Juso Bridge

    20 min

    Before returning to central Osaka, wander through the vibrant backstreets of Juso—discover street art, narrow alleys, incredibly cheap eateries, and a truly unique atmosphere.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Intermediate biking skill is required

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.