Discover the beauty of Kyoto on a bicycle tour!
Overview
1. Bicycle is by far the best way to get around Kyoto’s crowded streets.
Kyoto has a great geography for two wheels. Why wait for crowded buses or be stuck in traffic with an expensive taxi when you have the freedom to move around at will like the locals do.
2. We take you on scenic routes which are chosen with your safety in mind.
Riding a bike alone you might get lost or end up on very narrow streets. We know the best way to get around and give you tips on staying safe. We also know quiet side streets with lots of character and charm.
3.We tell you stories of the city’s past and give you background knowledge along the way.
Learn about the world of the shogun and samurai, the geisha house and even get a background on the shinto and buddhist beliefs. Learning about the cultural legacy of old Kyoto is a great insight to Japanese customs and culture.
Kyoto has a great geography for two wheels. Why wait for crowded buses or be stuck in traffic with an expensive taxi when you have the freedom to move around at will like the locals do.
2. We take you on scenic routes which are chosen with your safety in mind.
Riding a bike alone you might get lost or end up on very narrow streets. We know the best way to get around and give you tips on staying safe. We also know quiet side streets with lots of character and charm.
3.We tell you stories of the city’s past and give you background knowledge along the way.
Learn about the world of the shogun and samurai, the geisha house and even get a background on the shinto and buddhist beliefs. Learning about the cultural legacy of old Kyoto is a great insight to Japanese customs and culture.
Inclusions
- Guide
- Standard Bike rental
- Landing and facility fees
- Entry/Admission - Heian Shrine
- Entry/Admission - Ginkakuji Temple
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Heian Shrine, 97 Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8341 Kyoto Prefecture
We take you to this shrine which is a recreation of the old imperial capital. We also take you into the hidden garden which boasts three big ponds and plenty of beautiful nature to admire.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ginkakuji Temple, 2 Ginakuji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8402 Kyoto Prefecture
One of the most splendid zen gardens in all of Kyoto, this temple grounds is one of the most beautiful places to admire Japanese garden design. Also a place with significance as the home of a shogun leader during a time of upheaval in Japanese history.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Philosopher's Walk, Sakyo-ku between Ginkakuji and Nyakuoji-jinja, Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture
We cruise along this famous path along a lovely canal in rich green nature.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Gion Shirakawa, Higashiyama-ku along Shirakawa River Minamidori, Kyoto 605-0000 Kyoto Prefecture
One of the most beautiful parts of Kyoto with it's cobble stoned streets and lanterns hanging from traditional machiya houses.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Miyagawacho Koan, 6-374-1 Miyagawasuji Miyagawasuji Shijo Sagaru, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto 605-0801 Kyoto Prefecture
One of the geisha districts of Japan, here is a great place to explain some of the hidden world of the geisha. Learn about this secret world from your fun and informative guide.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Nanzen-ji Temple, 86 Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8435 Kyoto Prefecture
This temple grounds has a wealth of nature surrounding it and a rich history too. Not to mention the amazing aqueduct running through the grounds bringing a western looking twist to the very Japanese landscape.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Heian Shrine, 97 Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8341 Kyoto Prefecture
We take you to this shrine which is a recreation of the old imperial capital. We also take you into the hidden garden which boasts three big ponds and plenty of beautiful nature to admire.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ginkakuji Temple, 2 Ginakuji-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8402 Kyoto Prefecture
One of the most splendid zen gardens in all of Kyoto, this temple grounds is one of the most beautiful places to admire Japanese garden design. Also a place with significance as the home of a shogun leader during a time of upheaval in Japanese history.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Philosopher's Walk, Sakyo-ku between Ginkakuji and Nyakuoji-jinja, Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture
We cruise along this famous path along a lovely canal in rich green nature.
Duration: 40 minutes
Stop At: Gion Shirakawa, Higashiyama-ku along Shirakawa River Minamidori, Kyoto 605-0000 Kyoto Prefecture
One of the most beautiful parts of Kyoto with it's cobble stoned streets and lanterns hanging from traditional machiya houses.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Miyagawacho Koan, 6-374-1 Miyagawasuji Miyagawasuji Shijo Sagaru, Higashiyama-Ku, Kyoto 605-0801 Kyoto Prefecture
One of the geisha districts of Japan, here is a great place to explain some of the hidden world of the geisha. Learn about this secret world from your fun and informative guide.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Nanzen-ji Temple, 86 Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8435 Kyoto Prefecture
This temple grounds has a wealth of nature surrounding it and a rich history too. Not to mention the amazing aqueduct running through the grounds bringing a western looking twist to the very Japanese landscape.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
emmajordan74
December 2019
Oh wow, what a day we had with Leo yesterday cycling Kyoto! We saw so much, and Leo’s vast knowledge and bubbly personality made it the best tour we have done so far in Japan. Highly recommend this tour. Thanks Leo!
Oh wow, what a day we had with Leo yesterday cycling Kyoto! We saw so much, and Leo’s vast knowledge and bubbly personality made it the best tour we have done so far in Japan. Highly recommend this tour. Thanks Leo!PrabNathan
June 2019
Had an amazing time with Leo on our Early Bird Tour through the main sights of Kyoto. Did a thorough research before booking this, and though the price seemed abit steep at first, my wife and I enjoyed every bit of it. There's nothing quite like it. The best part was that our guide, Leo, felt tr...
Had an amazing time with Leo on our Early Bird Tour through the main sights of Kyoto. Did a thorough research before booking this, and though the price seemed abit steep at first, my wife and I enjoyed every bit of it. There's nothing quite like it. The best part was that our guide, Leo, felt truly like a friend. And he was so knowledgeable about everything, but never at any point did we feel overwhelmed with information. He kept it casual like how a friend would. He also brought us point to point either in taxis or by train, and we didn't have to worry about any navigation or payment. All we had to do was enjoy the journey. We arrived at most of the sites way before the crowds, but by the end at each site you could see the stream entering. So we were grateful. Even at the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, which is the last stop, the crowds were gathering but you'll most likely still be able to experience it well. All in all, the tour is worth every cent. Especially if you're on a tight schedule but want to see the main sights properly and understand the beauty that is Kyoto.Hasnain_H
June 2023
Philippe was an incredible guide taking us through parts of Kyoto that we would not have gone on our own. We loved the tour and highly recommend it—we sent his info to friends visiting in a few weeks. He is so knowledgeable and such a great teacher. We felt like we were riding bikes around Kyoto ...
Philippe was an incredible guide taking us through parts of Kyoto that we would not have gone on our own. We loved the tour and highly recommend it—we sent his info to friends visiting in a few weeks. He is so knowledgeable and such a great teacher. We felt like we were riding bikes around Kyoto with our friend! Very manageable bike ride and felt safe navigating through the winding and sometimes narrow pathways of Kyoto—our favorite parts (the areas we definitely wouldn’t have found on our own)! Beautiful way to explore Kyoto more like a local. And we learned he is vegetarian also so we visited a delicious spot together for lunch!StephanieA899
April 2022
My family booked a bike tour with Eric on April 2 to see Kyoto and the sakura around town. We had a wonderful day with Eric biking around town. He was kind and knowledgeable of the history of the city. It was a busy day, but he was flexible and patient since we had two sons that are 8 and 6. ...
My family booked a bike tour with Eric on April 2 to see Kyoto and the sakura around town. We had a wonderful day with Eric biking around town. He was kind and knowledgeable of the history of the city. It was a busy day, but he was flexible and patient since we had two sons that are 8 and 6. I would highly recommend this tour and would book again because there is so much to see and explore in Kyoto!W8605JSalexm
March 2020
So much fun! This was one of our favorite tours in Kyoto, we biked for about 3 hours all over the outskirts of Kyoto and saw a lot of unique sites and shops off the beaten path. Would definitely do it again next time we go to Japan!
So much fun! This was one of our favorite tours in Kyoto, we biked for about 3 hours all over the outskirts of Kyoto and saw a lot of unique sites and shops off the beaten path. Would definitely do it again next time we go to Japan!AdrienneM633
February 2023
This tour was the highlight of our 3 days in Kyoto. Our passionate guide Eric was informative, friendly & funny & made the group feel very comfortable. The lunchtime stop was a surprising highlight. Would highly recommend this tour.
This tour was the highlight of our 3 days in Kyoto. Our passionate guide Eric was informative, friendly & funny & made the group feel very comfortable. The lunchtime stop was a surprising highlight. Would highly recommend this tour.