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Kyoto Bicycle Tour: Scenic Routes with Cultural Insights into Shogun and Samurai Era
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262 Ratings
京都市
Experience the best of Kyoto on a scenic bicycle tour. Explore the city’s historic streets, learn about the shogun and samurai era, and immerse yourself in Japanese culture.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Heian Shrine - 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.
What's Included
- Standard Bike rental
- Landing and/or facility fees
- Professional guide
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Upgrade to e-bike (1,000 yen cash on the day)
Additional Information
- Pedaling your way through the bustling lanes of Kyoto is undoubtedly the most optimal way of commuting.
Kyoto’s landscape is extremely favorable for bicycling. Why get squished on crowded buses or get stuck in traffic while in a costly cab when you have the luxury of exploring the city as the locals do.
- We guide you along picturesque paths that are selected keeping your safety as a priority.
On your own, you might lose your way or end up in extremely constricted lanes. We are familiar with the safest and most enjoyable routes and will provide you with safety tips. We also guide you through serene backstreets brimming with uniqueness and allure.
- We narrate the tales of the city’s history and provide you with context along the path.
Discover the world of shogun and samurai, the geisha house, and even gain insights into Shinto and Buddhist beliefs. Understanding the cultural heritage of ancient Kyoto provides a great perspective on Japanese traditions and culture.
Location
McDonald's - Higashiyama Sanjo
We start the tour at an idylic and serene temple which is just 1 min walk from this McDonalds which is very easy to find. Just 1 min walk from Higashiyama Station and 8 min walk from Sanjo Station.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Juanitakika_t
Jun 27, 2024
Memorable Ride and Hike in Kyoto! - My two daughters (17 & 21) and I had a lovely trip and Philipe was an amazing tour guide! We toured the east side of Kyoto and hiked up a beautiful mountain trail to an amazing city view! The hike was peaceful and serene but a bit challenging if you dont hike much but if you go at a slower pace its manageable and worth the beautiful view! We had a lovely picnic lunch on the philosophers pathway. It was such a wonderful and memorable day and we’re so grateful for the insight and information Philipe provided during the tour. We highly recommend this tour! Thank you so much!
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Michael_d
May 29, 2024
Amazing! - This was the highlight of our stay in Kyoto! After spending the previous day being hot, sweaty, and miserable navigating through dense crowds at the most popular sights, this tour was the complete opposite. Philippe took us off the heavily beaten path to areas that weren’t as popular but just as amazing (if not better) because they weren’t teeming with tourists. My favorite parts were riding along the Kamo River and taking routes through Gion that I wouldn’t have thought of going down had we been on our own. We initially thought it was going to be a long day, but the tour went by in a flash and I wish we could've booked another with him. We also chose to rent e-bikes which was a big help if you’re hesitant about the physical aspect of cycling. 10/10!
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Juvalila
May 21, 2024
Chilling through Kyoto - Excellent tour with Philippe.
I highly recommend it. Chilling on the bikes with fresh air during a hot day was the perfect way to stroll through the city.
Merci
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Daniel_m
May 16, 2024
Perfect day out with a great guide - We had an awesome day out, maybe our favourite in Kyoto. Kevin was a great guide, knowledgeable, passionate and fun. We went to all the spots we had on our list and Kevin gave us great insight into the historical significance of each. The bikes were comfy and well maintained, and Kyoto is the perfect city to explore by bicycle because of how flat most of the roads are. 10/10 recommend! If we had more time we would definitely book the West Kyoto tour too!
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Dana_a
Apr 30, 2024
Incredible experience not to be missed - This was the BEST thing we did on our Japan trip. My son and I had such an amazing time. We were lucky to have Phillipe as our guide and a great bunch of fellow travellers along for the ride. He was so knowledgeable and patient. I look forward to doing this again in the future and highly recommend this experience!
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Roam37555454937
Apr 30, 2024
Tour of Kyoto 5* - Absolutely loved the bike tour of Kyoto! The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, ensuring a safe and enjoyable ride through the city's stunning historical sites. Biking allowed us to cover more ground and enjoy the beautiful scenery up close. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Kyoto!
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Jwtl
Apr 21, 2024
Private family bike tour in Kyoto - Responsive, easy to book this bike tour for my family (two athletic teens and two moderately-active adults). We had a blast, it was definitely a highlight of our time in Kyoto. E-bikes weren’t a necessity for the Eastern loop we did, but made for an easy, and really fun ride around town. Highly recommend!
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Aspen948
Apr 19, 2024
Excellent thing to do in Kyoto - We biked around East Kyoto which I ended up being so happy about less people amazing temples and gardens and different cool areas our French guide was extremely knowledgeable so he was very interesting to listen to. For us 3-4 hours would have been perfect 5-6 is a little long but that is a personal thing. My daughter (22) and I took off and biked all around after. I would highly recommend this tour and this company.
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Dream53541432265
Apr 17, 2024
Best way to explore the hidden gems of Kyoto - Amazing bike tour, pleasant way to see much of Kyoto with very knowledgeable and friendly guide. He went into many details about the sites we visited and the Japanese customs as well.
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Rezv2024
Apr 11, 2024
10/10 recommend - The bike tour is the way to go! Was able to see lots of different things, the guide was amazing and very knowledgeable and gave great insight to kyotos history
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