Hiroshima 3hr Peace Cycling Tour with Local Guide
This is a guided cycling tour in which participants ride an electric bicycle and learn about the reconstruction of Hiroshima's bombed heritage sites and how we are trying to protect peace in the city of Hiroshima. This tour is led by our friendly team from Hiroshima. This tour is an English guided t
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 5 min10:00-10:05 Meet up at the rest house of Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park. Start off with greetings, introduction, explanation of the route, and corona prevention procedures (temperature checks, etc.).
Stop 2
⏱ 20 minAdmission included10:05-10:25 Hiroshima Castle Your guide will take you to Hiroshima Castle which is the location of the military fort that was the first to report about the atomic bomb. Your guide will explain the situation and significance of the military base and castle.
Stop 3
⏱ 15 minAdmission included10:25-10:40 Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine and Shrine Gate You will learn more about some lesser-known heritage sites such as the Guardian Dog statue and the Gokoku Shrine gate which withstood the atomic bomb.
Stop 4
⏱ 20 min10:40-11:00 Hiroshima Central Park Walk through a vast green park to enjoy the beautiful nature that Hiroshima has to offer.
Stop 5
⏱ 10 min11:00-11:10 Aioi Bridge Next, you will visit the bridge that was the target of the bomb. Both the river and the bridge have remained since that time. You will witness the continuation of history.
Stop 6
⏱ 15 minAdmission included11:10-11:25 Atomic Bomb Dome After that, you will witness the world-renowned Atomic Bomb Dome. You will learn about the many stories and memories of the local people.
Stop 7
⏱ 15 min11:25-11:40 Motoyasu River and the Peace Bridge When heading south towards the suburbs from the Atomic Bomb Dome and Peace Park, you will see the gorgeous riverside nature. Your guide will explain the meaning and memories that are embedded in the Peace Park.
Stop 8
⏱ 20 min11:40-12:00 Higashisenda Park Located 1km from the center of the blast is a park filled with trees sent from countries all around the world. You will hear the stories related to this site.
Stop 9
⏱ 20 minAdmission included12:00-12:20 Hiroshima Red Cross Hospital Located 1.5km from the center of the blast is the remnants of the Red Cross Hospital's building. Here, you will face the hard reality of how strong the bomb was.
Stop 10
⏱ 10 min12:20-12:30 Hiroshima Railway Located 2km-2.5km from the center of the blast is the Hiroshima Railway. Did you know that there are two trains that survived that blast and still used today? They started running again only three days after the explosion.
Stop 11
⏱ 10 min12:30-12:40 Miyuki Bridge and Kobayashi River Right where the bomb's reach ended, there is a picture on display. This significant picture shows the reality of the difference between now and then.
Stop 12
⏱ 10 min12:40-12:50 Surviving Weeping Willow Tree This is the highlight of the tour. This tree continued to grow despite the rumors that there would be natural growth for at least 70 years. This tree represents the strength, determination, and hope of the people of Hiroshima.
Stop 13
⏱ 10 min12:50-13:00 Peace Boulevard On the way back to the Peace Park, we will pass by various monuments and trees that are significant to Hiroshima's history. At the same time, you will also witness the current thriving city.
Stop 14
⏱ 5 min13:00 Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park Once we arrive back at the park, your trip will come to an end. *The afternoon tour is scheduled to meet at 14:00 and return at 17:00.
What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •If you are late for the meeting time without prior notice, the tour will be cancelled. In such cases, a 100% cancellation fee will be incurred on the day of the tour and is non-refundable.
- •In addition, even if you contact us in advance, it may be canceled due to the convenience of other customers.
- •Participation requirements ： Adult bicycle (electric): Height 145 cm or more
- •Bicycle with seat for children (electric) : Infants' ride here are free of charge.
- •Children's bicycle (cross bike type): 2 Children's bicycles* for one booking are available. Children under age 15 can use both children's bicycles and adult bicycles at child rate. (For children of height 110 cm to 145 cm)
- •Bicycle with seat for infants (electric) and Children's bicycle (cross bike type) are limited, so please contact us before making a reservation if you wish.
- •Bicycles with seats for children (electric) are for children under 22 kg and under 115 cm.
- •If the number of seats for infants and children's bicycles are full reserved, children of heights who cannot use adult bicycles may not be able to participate. After making a reservation, we will contact you after checking the stock of the bicycle.
- •Free Wi-Fi: None（Hiroshima Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the city）
- •It will be a mixed tour for up to 10 people.
- •The timetable may change depending on the situation on the day.
- •Others (exemption from liability): Depending on the weather, etc., it may be canceled for safety reasons.
- •As this is a shared tour, if there are guests in other groups who are not accustomed to cycling, especially children, we will adjust the pace accordingly. We appreciate your understanding.
- •Insurance available: Insurance for bicycle accidents (included in price)
- •If the plan cannot be held due to rain, you can choose to change to the Rainy Day Limited Peace Route or refund the tour. Please select a suitable option.
- •The tour can be changed to a walking tour for rainy days only. Visit the hypocenter, which was reduced to scorched earth in an instant. Walk around the site with a radius of about 0.5 km to 1 km. If you do not wish to change it, we will offer a refund.
- •【Rainy Day Route】10:00 / 14:00 set: → Peace Memorial Park → Atomic Bomb Dome → Hypocenter → Former Bank of Japan → Fukuromachi Elementary School → Main street → Tour is scheduled to end at 13:00 / 17:00
- •What is the difference between the 2 and 3 hour tour types?： Explore Hiroshima city with a focus on the wartime and post-war recovery during this 2 hour guided tour.This cycling tour takes you through Hiroshima, with an emphasis on the Peace Park and the city's beautifully reconstructed present. Key highlights include the Peace Park and significant sites related to the atomic bombing.
- •【2 hour】Explore Hiroshima city with a focus on the wartime and post-war recovery during this 2 hour guided tour.This cycling tour takes you through Hiroshima, with an emphasis on the Peace Park and the city's beautifully reconstructed present. Key highlights include the Peace Park and significant sites related to the atomic bombing.
- •【3 hour】In addition to the 2 hour tour route, we will guide you to spots such as Hiroshima Castle, providing more detailed insights into the pre- war and post-war recovery. Visit places that still hold stories from different eras and experience Hiroshima's history.This tour is recommended for those who want to go deeper and communicate closely with their guide.
- •Luggage storage：About luggage, there is no place to leave your luggage at the Rest House. There are coin lockers at the International Conference Center Hiroshima and Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum, located a 6-minute walk from the Rest House.
- •International Conference Center Hiroshima：https://www.pcf.city.hiroshima.jp/icch/facilities.html
- •Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum：https://hpmmuseum.jp/modules/info/index.php?action=PageView&page_id=50〈=eng
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