Bike Tour Exploring North Kyoto plus Lunch
4.9
957 Ratings
Kyoto
Embark on a bike tour in North Kyoto, discovering hidden gems and famous landmarks. Explore shrines, temples, shopping arcades, and riverside paths while enjoying a delicious lunch. Join us for a fun and informative adventure in Japan's ancient capital!
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Cycle Kyoto - Start at our shop, meet your guide and other travellers, get your bike fitted and get ready for the day!
- Nishi Honganji - Enter one of the least visited religious sites in the city and one of the largest wooden buildings in the entire world!
- Kitano Tenmangu Shrine - Join local shrine goers at Kitano Tenmangu, discover this shrine’s fascinating past and enjoy the tranquil mood.
- Kinkakuji Temple - Discover one of the most visited attractions in the whole of Japan at the world famous Golden Pavilion. Enjoy an interesting commentary, grab an ice cream and relax!
- Kyoto Imperial Palace - Ride through the grounds of the former seat of Japan’s imperial family, learn about its past and enjoy!
- Gion - Stop off in Kyoto’s famous geisha district, discover the secrets of this hidden world and maybe even catch a glimpse of one these entertainers hidden away!
What's Included
- A Japanese lunch experience
- Complimentary bottled water
- Lunch included
- Expert guidance throughout the tour
- Equipment rental provided
- Bicycle use for the duration of the tour
What's Not Included
- Extra Drinks
- Optional Gratuities
Additional Information
Experience the joy and liberty of biking while embarking on an adventure through Kyoto’s most popular places and some less known, but equally captivating, spots!
Join our knowledgeable, bilingual and seasoned escort as you traverse narrow alleyways, pay visits to local sanctuaries and grandiose temples, adorable shopping lanes and riverside trails. Gain invaluable insights about the places you tour in a lighthearted, engaging fashion.
Pedal on top-tier ‘Trek’ and ‘Giant’ hybrid bikes, savour a traditionally sumptuous Japanese meal, and soak in the unforgettable ambiance of Japan’s historic capital.
- Children must be over 130cm tall and comfortable riding bikes in urban settings
Location
Cycle Kyoto
Please make sure to arrive 15 minutes before the start time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Janetr748
Apr 22, 2024
Fantastic ride around Kyoto! - We had an amazing guided ride! Our guide was SUPERB! He was kind, informative and really dedicated to sharing knowledge on Japan culture and history. Lunch was also awesome - trying out a belt sushi extravaganza! Would hightly recomend the tour to whoever feels fit to cycle to longer hours (7h!). If not, maybe choose a lighter version (4h).
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Doug161
Apr 21, 2024
Great way to start your visit to Kyoto - We had a great day with Paul , he was so informative and enjoyed getting my bearings in Kyoto . Highlight was Kinkaku-ji and Paul organising a Japanese wedding in a Temple !! Great group of people from USA , Ireland / Australia and Mexico . Throughly recommend
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Ericab777
Apr 18, 2024
Wonderful way to start your Kyoto stay. - We had a fabulous bike tour with Juan. He was both knowledgeable and entertaining. We saw and learnt so much more than we would ever have been able to do by ourselves. Juan looked after the group very well and structured the ride so that we did the uphill part (only a slight slope, don’t worry!) before lunch and then cruised back home in the afternoon. We stopped at five different places (all very interesting) in addition to the lunch stop. A great way to spend our first day in Kyoto! Highly recommended.
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Voyager38578524154
Apr 17, 2024
Akira was an amazing guide. We took the private tour. We learned so much about the culture and history of Kyoto! - Akira adapted our tour to exactly what we were looking for. We already visited Kyoto last year, so we were looking for new places to see (beyond the main tourist attractions). He’s very knowledgeable and clearly passionate about Kyoto and Japan. We learned so much from him. He’s a great storyteller! I recommend this tour 100%!
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Damilolak2016
Apr 17, 2024
Great way to explore Kyoto - Great way to explore Kyoto pretty accessible to cyclers of all levels. Our guide Juan was great and super knowledgeable and provided a ton of information about all the sites we visited. Would definitely recommend just make sure you bring extra water when it's warm out!
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Jim_d
Apr 17, 2024
Excellent. - It was an EXCELLENT way to see Kyoto, some of the significant temples, the local neighborhoods, an excellent lunch and a great guide.
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602hengl
Apr 11, 2024
Awesome day of biking in Kyoto!! - We had a wonderful time exploring Kyoto city by bike with Layla. Even though she was not born in Japan she gave us in depth information about the sites we saw and was able to converse and read Japanese. She was friendly and fun to be with. I highly recommend doing this tour if you want to spend a great day riding around Kyoto with someone who is familiar with the city and the attractions. Thank you Layla for a memorable experience!
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D6780bipatrickc
Apr 10, 2024
Secret Kyoto - Fantastic. Our guide Layla was terrific. Knowledge and professional. She took us to historical sites with few tourists as well as showing us the quiet parts of the Gion district. We even saw a Maiko during our travels. Highly recommend. Lunch was in a 400 year old restaurant and the food was delicious.
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Joshua_g
Apr 8, 2024
Beautiful and Fun Ride Through Kyoto - Beautiful ride through Kyoto. Our guide Jay was entertaining and very informative. We managed to see many of the major sights in one long day. Lunch was in a historic restaurant and delicious.
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Q6171zesarahb
Apr 6, 2024
Amazing family experience - highly recommend - Our family rated this bike tour of Kyoto as one of our favourite experiences of travelling through Japan so far. Paul, our guide, was kind, patient and knowledgable and respectful of all things Japanese culture. We felt incredibly safe riding around the city including the kids (age 14 and 10). We covered many of the major sites and it helped orientate ourselves to the city so we can explore it with more confidence by ourselves. He also had suggestions for other places to visit in Kyoto as well as good day trips for us to take.
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