Hiroshima and the Seto Inland Sea are some of the most scenic areas of Japan. This tour offers exploration of the wonderful variety of towns, villages and islands in both rural and central Hiroshima, experienced through activities suited to you, with kayaking, cycling, sightseeing walks and hiking available. Explore the seaside town of Tomonoura and UNESCO World Heritage island Miyajima (famous for its friendly deer and the iconic ‘floating’ Torii gate off Itsukushima Shrine), walk through the emotional history of Hiroshima and timeless hilltop communities of Onomichi, finishing with our version of the varied and scenic island-hopping cycling course Shimanami Kaido. Pass over the Setouchi Inland Sea visiting remote islands, which together with deliciously fresh seafood cuisine, offer a uniquely modern cafe culture, before arriving in Ehime prefecture on Shikoku Island; the perfect entry point of our 4-day Shikoku 88 Pilgrimage tour.

Please ask for information about tour extensions to the port villages and thatched-roof communities of mountainous northern Kyoto, the art island of Naoshima on the Setouchi inland sea or the historic ancient capital of Nara.

Itinerary 

Day 1: Arrive in Hiroshima

Day 2: Travel to Miyajima Island

Day 3: Sea Kayaking around Sensuijima and walking in Tomonoura

Day 4: Walking in the hilltops of Onomichi

Day 5: Cycling along the Shimanami Kaido

Day 6: Complete the Shimanami Kaido and head onwards