Otaru Rickshaw Tour
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This port city of the north has four distinct seasons, the nice sea breeze in summer, to the snow covered winter views that will give you the chills. Piers, canals and stockyards will remind everyone of the bustling old days, and you will feel the dashing spirit of Otaru.
Your experience
Stop 1
iconic scenery of Otaru
Stop 2
north part of Otaru canal
Stop 3
visit inside the old post office
Stop 4
old rail tracks
Stop 5
small alley
Stop 6
The most popular bridge in Otaru! From here you have a fantastic view on the Otaru canal lined with the old warehouses.
Stop 7
A quick stroll through the Otaru Marina, a vital part of the fishing town Otaru.
What’s included
- Rickshaw ride
- Local driver/guide
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Expecting mothers in their first 16 weeks of pregnancy are not permitted to ride a rickshaw
- Adult pricing applies to age 6 and over
- Child rate (age 5 years or under) applies only when children sit on an adult’s lap without occupying a seat
- A maximum of 2 adults per rickshaw. Up to 2 children (age 5 years or under) can ride with 2 adults (children have to ride on an adult's lap)
- While rickshaws are able to fit two adults, each rickshaw is 29.1 inches (74 centimeters) wide, and it is sometimes more comfortable to book individual rickshaws for each passenger. For passengers of size, we recommend booking a rickshaw for each participant to ensure a comfortable ride. Passengers who do not both fit in one rickshaw but wish to participate in a tour at the same time will be required to purchase an additional rickshaw, which may not be available on the date of the tour with an English-speaking guide if not booked in advance. Those customers who do not purchase an additional rickshaw at the time of booking cannot be guaranteed availability.
- Wheelchair and stroller friendly
- May be operated by a multi-lingual driver, subject to availability; please ask for a driver who speaks your language at Departure Point
- Selected starting time is not automatically guaranteed. The time will be confirmed by email within 24 hours of booking.
- finishing locations other than our rickshaw stand may be subject to an additional drop-off fee (payable on the day of the tour)
- Please bring baby carrier/wrap for small children
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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