Wakkanai Cycling + Rishiri Island Monster Hill Cycling Tour
Highlights
- At "Wakkanai, the Top of Japan," you can enjoy a spectacular course while experiencing the ups and downs of the Soya Hills behind Cape Soya.
- Visit the "Monument to the Northernmost Point of Japan" at the tip of the cape, feel the reality of being at the top of Japan.
- Cycle amidst stunning scenery, taking in the beautiful sea and the majestic Rishiri Mountain.
- Challenge steep slopes that are difficult with ordinary rental bikes, with the support of high-performance e-bikes and a support vehicle for a safe and secure experience.
- Experience the speed of a former UCI professional rider with an e-bike.
- Navigate narrow and steep downhill sections with safety managed by a guide certified by the Governor of Hokkaido.
- Enjoy breathtaking views only accessible to those who conquer the extreme slopes.
- Experience stunning scenery and a sense of achievement that cannot be matched by a standard Rishiri Island cycling tour.
Tour Overview
【Day 1】
Meet in Wakkanai city, experience Cycling, then stay overnight at a hotel in Wakkanai.
【Day 2】
In the morning, take a ferry from Wakkanai to Rishiri Island. Meet at Oshidomari Sea Station in Oshidomari Port.
After a briefing, bike fitting, and equipment check, start cycling clockwise around the island.
Enjoy the Hokuroku Campsite, Wan-nai Bridge, and Himenuma Lake. View the Numakura Observatory, famous for its ""Shiroi Koibito"" package, followed by breaks at Oniwaki Otatomari Lake, Senhoshi Misaki Park, and Reiho-yusui.
Visit Kamui Coast Park, have lunch in Kutsugata, and then take on professional-grade extreme slopes with a guide certified by the Governor of Hokkaido at the Rishiri Mountain Observation Deck. Finish with a full circuit of the island, passing through Fuji-no-enchi and Sunset Hill.
- AreaRishiri Island, Wakkanai City
- Main ActivitiesCycling
- Age Requirement20 years and older
- Health Restrictions*Only participants with a height of 150 cm or more may join.
- *Only those with adequate physical fitness for the activities can participate.
- Difficulty (ATTA)E-bike: Level 3
- Road Bike: Level 5
- DurationCycling: 4 hours (within Wakkanai City)
- 8 hours (around Rishiri Island)
- Available datesEnd of August to October 31th
Cycling Route
【Cycling in Rishiri】
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47056434
51.9m ＋1,325ｍ －1,325ｍ
Meeting Point, Address, Time
- Within Wakkanai city
- *Departure location is flexible and can be discussed.
Activity Locations (Addresses)
| 1 | Cape Soya | Cape Soya, Wakkanai, Hokkaido 098-6758 |
| 2 | Shiroi Michi | Shiroi Michi, Soya Village, Wakkanai, Hokkaido 098-6755 |
| 【Cycling in Rishiri】 | ||
| 1 | Oshidomari Port Ferry Terminal | 235 Oshidomari-ko, Rishiri Fuji, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0101 |
| 2 | Rishiri Hokuroku Campsite | Oshidomari Sakae, Rishiri Fuji, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0101 |
| 3 | Wan-nai Bridge | Oshidomari, Rishiri Fuji, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0101 |
| 4 | Himenuma Lake | Oshidomari Bay, Rishiri Fuji, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0101 |
| 5 | Numakura Observatory (Shiroi Koibito Hill) | Rishiri Fuji, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0211 |
| 6 | Otatomari Lake | Oniwaki Numura, Rishiri Fuji, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0211 |
| 7 | Senhoshi Misaki Park | Senhoshi Misaki, Rishiri, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0311 |
| 8 | Reiho-yusui | Senhoshi, Rishiri, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0311 |
| 9 | Kamui Coast Park | 49-2 Kutsugata Kamui, Rishiri, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0401 |
| 10 | Lunch (Kutsugata) | |
| 11 | Rishiri Mountain Observation Deck | Rishiri, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0401 |
| 12 | Fuji-no-enchi | Oshidomari, Rishiri Fuji, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0101 |
| 13 | Sunset Hill | Oshidomari, Rishiri Fuji, Rishiri, Hokkaido 097-0101 |
Meals
【Day 1】Dinner
【Day 2】Breakfast and Lunch
Pricing
290,000 JPY~
Items Included in the Price and Optional Menu, etc.
Accommodation Fee (1 night, 2 meals per person in a single room)
*Room type can be adjusted upon request.
Ferry Fare (2nd Class)
【Cycling】
Cross bike or e-bike
*Please let us know your preferences.
Helmet
Alcohol disinfectant, non-contact thermometer
Water dispenser
Radio
Bicycle tools
Emergency repair tools
Items Not Included
【Cycling】
Personal water bottle
Comfortable clothing (sweatsuit , windbreaker, cycling wear, etc.)
Comfortable shoes (sneakers, trekking shoes, etc.; sandals are not permitted)
Backpack (as bikes do not have baskets or panniers, please prepare a way to carry valuables)
Towel
Portable rain gear (windbreaker, etc.)
Payment Method
Advance payment (Credit card payment available)
Cancellation Fees
| 20 to 8 days before departure | 20% of the tour price |
| 7 to 2 days before departure | 30% of the tour price |
| The day before departure | 40% of the tour price |
| On the day of departure (before the tour starts) | 50% of the tour price |
| No-show or cancellation after the tour has started | 100% of the tour price |
Confirmation and Important Notes
Event of Emergency
An accompanying tour operator will be present throughout the tour.
Emergency medical kit (bandages, ointments, disinfectant etc.) is available in the support vehicle.
Emergency response manual is prepared.
Cycling Frontier Co., Ltd.'s emergency response manual is also available.
【In Case of Severe Weather】
Tours will be canceled in case of wind speeds over 10 meters per second, weather warnings, evacuation advisories, or thunderstorm alerts. In such cases, a charter bus will be used.
For rainy weather, the final decision on the tour will be made at Sapporo Station.
【Alternative Plans】
If the cycling tour is canceled, transport will be provided by van or bus.
* Note that some programs may be altered or canceled.
Disclaimer:
Our company shall not be liable for any damages incurred by customers due to the following reasons:
Intentional or gross negligence by the policyholder, insured person, or beneficiary.
Altercations, suicide, or criminal activities.
Unlicensed driving, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or drug use.
Diseases, mental illness, or loss of mental faculties.
Pregnancy, childbirth, miscarriage, or abortion.
Surgical procedures (excluding treatment for accident-related injuries).
Wars, revolutions, or riots.
Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, or tsunamis caused by these events.
Accidents or contamination caused by nuclear fuel materials.
Mountain climbing using equipment such as ice axes, rock climbing, luge, bobsledding, skeleton, aircraft operation, skydiving, hang gliding, ultralight aircraft, gyrocopter, or other similar dangerous activities.
Competitions, races, exhibitions, or test runs involving automobiles, motorcycles, or motorboats.
Whiplash or back pain without medical evidence from tests or examinations.
Contact
Kinki Nippon Tourist Co., Ltd. Sapporo Group Travel Branch, TEL: 011-251-5731, FAX: 011-251-3630