Kyoto Bike Tour: Scenic Landscapes & Heritage

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: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Heian Shrine - EAST SIDE COURSE: This tour includes a visit to the Heian Shrine, a replica of the ancient imperial capital. Guests will also explore the secluded garden, featuring three large ponds and an abundance of stunning natural beauty. (Please note, this is exclusive to the East Side Course)
  • Ginkakuji Temple - EAST SIDE COURSE:…
What's Included
  • E-Bike rental
  • Landing and/or facility fees
  • Guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Join in for an enjoyable and picturesque bike ride through Kyoto’s breathtaking landscapes, historic landmarks, and charming streets. This tour provides an ideal blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and the classic allure of Kyoto.
Picture embarking on a delightful bike tour through the heart of Kyoto, where ancient traditions and natural beauty…

Location
Kyoto Bike Rentals
We start the tour at our bike shop located just a 1 minute walk from Kuramaguchi station which is a 11 minute subway ride from Kyoto Station. (Newly opened Oct 1st 2025)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Squiffy-t
Jan 31, 2026
The best morning on 2 wheels - We had the most incredible tour with Salome. She explained the history, religion, politics and etiquette of Kyoto whilst guiding us safely through East Kyoto. We chose this tour for my daughter’s 21st birthday because it included entry to the temples and the Philosophers Path. It exceeded our high expectations as we had a private tour guide through each site, with lots of great advice about what to visit next and the most authentic places to eat. Thank you Salome, you were so helpful, we really enjoyed your company and the comfy electric bikes. I was worried that with the snow they would cancel but they reassured me that they were prepared for all weather.
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W6261etcharlesa
Jan 16, 2026
An amazing tour through Kyoto - Karim was an absolutely amazing tour guide. He took us to all of the local spots that I normally would not ever go to unless specifically guided there. He was also a very informative giving us the details in the history of everything that we were seeing. Karim was also a great conversationalist I was able to vibe with everyone in the group making everyone feel welcome. With that said I will also say that the Tour is extremely well constructed with even a lunch break capping off an amazing experience!!! I would definitely recommend to anyone looking to explore the area. 5 out of five stars!!!!
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Minh_n
Dec 2, 2025
Good way to fill up your day. - Me and my partner are in our 40s and we’ve riden on bikes before but e-bikes keep in mind are on a whole new level. I definitely don’t see younger kids on this tour but I feel like it was alot of biking and I tried to focus on not falling. Our tour guide was very informative but our tour also ran past the time indicated also meaning if you aren’t very active it’s a lot of biking. He did say it would be over 5miles. I enjoyed our guide and don’t want to give him bad review cause I’m very out of shape but it’s definitely not for everyone . Also if you have plans for after do let them know so they can coordinate with your plans.
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Scott_r
Nov 5, 2025
Loved it - Our guide Phillippe was very knowledgeable and the route was very enjoyable. I would definitely recommend to others. Thanks again for a great experience!👍🏼😀
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944racheld
Nov 3, 2025
Kevin gave an A plus bike tour of Kyoto - Kevin was an A plus guide. His knowlege of history, culture, politics of Japan was phenomenal. He's chill but totally on top of his game. Took us on an amazing bike tour, beautiful, fascinating, and informative. Honestly might have been our peak experience in Japan. You don't come across guides this good very often. Thank you Kevin!
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Peter_b
Nov 3, 2025
Bike ride with Kevin B - Kevin B, our host, was awesome. My partner and I are spending 2 nights in Kyoto on our first Japan trip. He spoke multiple languages, was very knowledgeable about Kyoto and Japan, and even gave my partner and me food recommendations around Kyoto to try. He biked at a steady pace, was patient, and answered all of our questions about Japan with enthusiasm. On the tour we enjoyed a ride through the city of Kyoto into the eastern side near the mountain and learned a lot about the Silver Temple. He took us around to a religious cemetery and we learned all about the tradition and culture of Kyoto. We rode through the beautiful eastern side of Kyoto, along the beautiful Kano river and along Tetsugaku No Michi. It was a beautiful day during early November to enjoy the early sun but also the rain.
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Jessica_s
Nov 1, 2025
Great fun - Kevin was a really nice guide and cycling through Kyoto back and forth was the thing that my friend Malin and I liked the most - to see the backstreets, the varying houses , shops etc. Lovely to hear about life in Japan. The Bamboo wood was like an installation and the Golden Temple was amazing and the rock garden was very Zen
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Freancesca_m
Oct 13, 2025
Fabulous east side tour with Philippe - Our guide Philippe was brilliant. He was very knowledgeable and explained everything in just enough detail. The east side tour is much less crowded and we loved cycling down the Path of Philosophy and along the river.
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Catherinebl9752uy
Oct 7, 2025
Amazing E Bike Kyoto Tour - Thank you to our guide Philippe for this wonderful bike ride. A beautiful journey through the history of Japan, anecdotes and life today. We discover the east of Kyoto... its temples and shrines, beautiful gardens and we end our escape by the water. Philippe is passionate, lover of nature and a well of knowledge. Highlights... electric bikes, small groups and Francophone guides. I recommend with my eyes closed!
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Jodie_s
Oct 5, 2025
Fantastic Day Out - This bike tour was amazing! Kevin, our guide, was so lovely and knowledgeable about all the places he took us to. Riding through the little back streets was so much fun. The ebike was fabulous - high quality, conformable and really easy to ride. I would definitely recommend this tour and Kevin to anyone visiting Kyoto.
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up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).