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Kyoto E-Bike Tour: Autumn Backstreet Adventure
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Kyoto
Cycle Kyoto’s back streets to Fushimi Inari Shrine. Discover hidden gems, stunning temples, and immerse in Japan’s rich culture. Join us for an authentic experience.
Cycle Kyoto’s back streets to Fushimi Inari Shrine. Discover hidden gems, stunning temples, and immerse in Japan’s rich culture. Join us for an authentic experience.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Gion - After being kitted out with your ebike and short 10 minute cycle we will be in Gion. You will enjoy Kyoto’s beautiful scenery and learn about the fascinating Geisha culture.
- Higashiyama Ward - After Gion we cycle for roughly 15 minutes to the Higashiyama area. Your guide will take you to a beautiful temple with some hidden secrets. We…
- Gion - After being kitted out with your ebike and short 10 minute cycle we will be in Gion. You will enjoy Kyoto’s beautiful scenery and learn about the fascinating Geisha culture.
- Higashiyama Ward - After Gion we cycle for roughly 15 minutes to the Higashiyama area. Your guide will take you to a beautiful temple with some hidden secrets. We will also stop for a quick snack.
- Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Shrine gates
- Tōfuku-ji Temple - After Fushimi Inari Shrine we will cycle for roughly 10 minutes to the Tōfuku-ji Temple complex. From there following the beautiful Kamogawa River we will cycle back to the start point.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Helmet
- Bicycle use
- English-speaking route coordinator
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Helmet
- Bicycle use
- English-speaking route coordinator
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Additional Information
Autumn Special Offer! Experience the charm of Kyoto in the fall by joining this E-bike tour through Kyoto’s captivating back streets to the renowned Fushimi Inari Shrine. Uncover hidden treasures and visit breathtaking temples along the route. Dive into Japan’s vibrant culture and feel free to ask any questions for a genuine Kyoto experience. This…
Autumn Special Offer! Experience the charm of Kyoto in the fall by joining this E-bike tour through Kyoto’s captivating back streets to the renowned Fushimi Inari Shrine. Uncover hidden treasures and visit breathtaking temples along the route. Dive into Japan’s vibrant culture and feel free to ask any questions for a genuine Kyoto experience. This tour will delve into various subjects such as Buddhism, Shintoism, and the Samurai. Expect the tour to last approximately 4 hours, combining both walking and cycling.
Location
Bicycle rental Raku-chari Sanjo
We will meet at a bike shop called 【Raku-Chari 】near Sanjo station.
Your guide will wait at the bike shop for you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(22 Ratings)
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Jacop271
Oct 23, 2024
Do this on your 1st day in Kyoto - Maki created a most magical day for the four of us - our girst trip to Japan and day 1 was Kyoto eBike tour with her. Her energy and connection to an ancient spiritual origin created an unforgettable experience for us. Thanks Maki - can’t wait to do it again on our next trip.
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Peter_f
Oct 22, 2024
Great way to see a lot of Kyoto - I was very lucky as I was the only customer that day so I ended up having a private tour. It was a lot of fun to bike through the back streets of Kyoto and see both temples and the daily life of the locals. Maki speaks good English and is a very enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide. This tour stops at Fushimi Inari, but you don't have time to explore the temple ground in detail, but you see enough to get a good feeling. 10/10 would do again!
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Kristinshaw
Oct 21, 2024
Great way to see city and sights - Maki was the best tour guide. She spoke very good English. She was very knowledgeable, helpful and very funny.
This was a great way to see a portion of Kyoto. She also helped with recommendations of restaurants to try.
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Go25245790419
Oct 18, 2024
Great tour - This journey and m the bike was just beautifull
Maki was very Nice and had a joyfull energy and lot’s
Of story to share
We had a great time with good bike and beautifull place to see
Thanks again
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H6457qalynr
Oct 16, 2024
Perfect in Every Way …. - Maki is AMAZING - from the kind What’s App communication right through to meeting her we knew we were with the right girl. We went to Gion and learned about the Geisha culture, then onto a shrine (the name eludes me but Maki says its top secret anyway) followed by the famous Fushimi Shrine where she also explained more about its origins and Japanese culture. The thing we appreciated is that she didn’t do long explanations which became boring but did her best to explain in a way that connected with our own understanding and culture. It was a little humid so she took us to an air conditioned ice cream and tea cafe where we sat and chatted and learned more about each other during a short rest. After that we rode along the riverside back toward the bike store.
The bikes are easy to use and manage, we always felt safe and we weren’t part of a big group.
I am confident that Pedal Adventures and Maki will do their very best to make your experience a memorable one. I was particularly grateful for the map she provided with tips for more adventures in Kyoto. And her English is very, very good.
Thank you for a wonderful experience!!!
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Yvettecameron
Oct 13, 2024
A perfect blend of history, scenery and warmth! - My husband and I recently took a fantastic bike tour around Kyoto with Maki, and it was such an enjoyable experience. Maki was an excellent guide – friendly, personable and incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the temples and shrines we visited. We covered a wide variety of places, including the Sanjo area, Maiko district, Mi-Mi Zuka, Yougen-in, Tofukuji Temple, and Fushimi Shrine, with Maki sharing fascinating insights at every stop. Her great sense of humor and depth of knowledge really brought the sites to life.
The pace of the tour was perfect – relaxed yet thorough, allowing us to take in everything without feeling rushed. The ride itself was not strenuous, and I especially loved the peaceful bike ride along the Kamo River to finish the day. It was the perfect way to end the tour, with the sun setting and the calm atmosphere along the river creating a wonderfully peaceful experience. Maki was always helpful and accommodating, making sure we were comfortable throughout. I highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to explore Kyoto in a fun, informative and relaxed way!
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Curious20191763294
Oct 6, 2024
Amazing Tour - Had the most amazing learning experience on this e-bike tour.
She was super knowledgeable about the area and also brought up stories about her family and the city which was lovely. Would recommend her to anyone looking for a local experience!
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Nicole_b
Oct 6, 2024
Great Day - Had a great day cycling around the quiet parts of Kyoto and saw the shrines and temple
Maki was a great host, friendly knowledgeable and patient
Answered all our questions
Will definitely be doing another bike tour if we get back to Kyoto
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Pamelajoyce_d
Sep 28, 2024
Best day ever!!!!! - The bike tour with Maki was incredible. By far the best thing we did in Kyoto!!!!!
Maki was so sweet and totally excited about giving us the tour and made us feel so special. She made sure we were safe and comfortable with the bikes, she made sure to explain everything to us about the culture, religions, funny things as well as serious things we should know about the Japanese culture. We felt very honored to spend the day in such beautiful places. We highly recommend this tour!!!!!!!!!!!
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Albert_b
Sep 14, 2024
Back streets and local vibes of Kyoto - We had such a fantastic guide!
She was super knowledgeable about the area and also brought up stories about her family and the city which was lovely.
It was also not my first time to Kyoto so I was extra surprised to discover all the new back streets and places I missed when I was on my own. She was very considerate to avoid the busier roads too and I especially enjoyed the river side cycling.
Fully recommend her for getting a genuine local vibe in your tour!
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