Kyoto Bicycle Tour: Scenic Routes with Cultural Insights into Shogun and Samurai Era
5.0
251 Ratings
Kyoto
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
learn more
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
Rental bicycle Fuune
Just 9min walk from Kyoto Station we will meet you in front of Rental Bicycle Fuune.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
5.0
(251 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
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!
Review provided by Viator
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!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
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!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
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.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
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.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
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
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Robertmv5206rj
Apr 4, 2024
Lovely Bike Tour, East Side of Kyoto - This was a lovely, well-paced, -curated bike tour of the beautiful East Side of Kyoto. Kevin ("the Canadian") was a wonderful and knowledgable guide and made sure he accommodated all of the group members' needs and desires. We had plenty of time to explore each temple and shrine at our pace after receiving an excellent review of the history and relevance of each site by Kevin. The sites and their grounds were amazing. The cycling itself was leisurely, relatively flat, and definitely accessible for even the novice cyclist. The streets of Kyoto are very safe and cyclist friendly. Highly recommend Kyoto Fun's bike tours.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
K8082pnsusanf
Mar 29, 2024
Highly recommend bike tour of Kyoto! - Our guide Kevin was wonderful! He had very good knowledge of the sites we visited and also general information about the area. The tour was fun, the group was great and the weather was beautiful! We highly recommend this tour!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Fionaw2119
Mar 26, 2024
Best Kyoto experience - We thoroughly enjoyed exploring East Kyoto on our first day in Japan. The riding was exhilarating but gentle and we were able to enjoy the scenery while also seeing more of Kyoto than we would have on foot. My favourite was cycling along the Kamo River. Our guide made exploring the temples, shrines and gardens a more meaningful and interesting experience than when we explored similar places on our own. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Kyoto!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
585stevief
Mar 3, 2024
Great tour! - Great time! Phillipe was great and very knowledgeable about the history and gardens. Great views and stopped at a local ramen place for lunch, which was great!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
More activities from this operator
