Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour
Overview
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3 hours 45 minutes
Mobile ticket
This is an 8 kilometer E-biking ride that visits famous attractions as well as hidden gems in Kyoto such as the Kinkakuji, Daitokuji Temple Complex in order to visit the Koto-in and Zuiho-in, Imamiyajinja and the Kitanotenmangu Temple.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 13 years
No-shows or missed bookings for any reason are nonrefundable/non amendable/non transferable
Must arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. We depart at 8:30, 9, 12:30, 1pm. If you are late and miss the tour you will not be refunded.
Guests who choose not to participate/cannot ride a bicycle will not get refunded
Tours cannot be changed to different departure times less than 24 hours before departure.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Water
Rental helmet
English-speaking route coordinator
Rental bike
Food and drinks, unless specified
What To Expect
We will park our bikes and walk through one of the most photographed temples in Japan, The Golden Pavilion. This is a must-see UNESCO attraction. We will view Kyoto's iconic golden temple that sits on a picturesque pond and mountain backdrop, and chat a bit about Zen garden design.
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1,796 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent bike tour with...
Sarah C,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent bike tour with our guide Shizuka. Small group of 6, good quality bikes, interesting history, charming backstreet, temples, & riding in the hills. Really special afternoon & highly recommend.
Amazing 5 Stars
bigfoot8799,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing tour. Highly recommend if you want to see a lot of cool stuff. 5 Stars. The tour guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. A must do
Great experience
lauraneivadelima,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! If you go to Kyoto and want escape from the traditional, must go! Yuta was our guide and we have the best time.
A must do if you are in Kyoto or Osaka!
jenparker1512,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was excellent and our guide Henry was fantastic. He was super knowledgeable. Top 3 experiences of my 3 week trip in Japan. We were staying in Osaka, so it was an early morning start for us, but it was easy getting the train to Kyoto and then a bus to the starting point (there's a Maccas at the bus stop which was just what I needed before starting the tour!) Thanks again, and would highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to get away from the big crowds, and learn some really interesting facts about the area and culture!
Bloody brilliant
Stamsam,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely brilliant tour! Every aspect of the ride was well planned, the bikes were very powerful, and our guide Henry was a true credit to Kyoto. Right from the start, all the way through the tour he was friendly, funny, and factual. We got to experience a hidden Geisha district, have the history of Shrines and Temples explained, experience urban and semi-rural Kyoto, and eat at a beautiful mochi shop, just to name a few stops! The tour was everything you could want; it really felt like we were seeing a side to Kyoto that you just wouldn’t be able to without a knowledgeable guide. Full props to Henry who was bloody brilliant throughout the whole tour. He was infinitely knowledgeable on any Japanese subject and clearly loved what he does. If you want to see and appreciate this beautiful city, there is no better way to do it!
So good!
moniquestallman,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Shizouka was just wonderful. Such a perfect way to see some outer parts of Kyoto. Easy, no stress, with simple explanations. Loved it!
Highly recommend this E-Bike Tour in Kyoto!
Y474UCguillaumeh,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I were so pleased to have registered for this E-Bike Tour in Kyoto! Our guide Henry, an Englishman who has been living in Japan for the past 15 years, was very knowledgeable and fun. We went to truly incredible non-touristy places. The E-Bikes make the ride smooth and easy. Highly recommend!
Hidden Kyoto Gems on an Amazing eBike Adventure! 🌸🚴♀️
MARILYND812,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This eBike tour was one of the highlights of my time in Kyoto! Our guide was not only an excellent storyteller but also a true historian—he brought the city’s past to life with fascinating details you wouldn’t find in a guidebook. What made this tour stand out were all the hidden spots we explored—quiet temples tucked away in the hills, serene gardens, and charming backstreets far from the usual crowds. The eBikes made everything effortless, even the uphill parts, and the final downhill ride was pure fun and full of beautiful views. It felt like seeing a completely different side of Kyoto—authentic, peaceful, and full of character. I’d recommend this tour to anyone who wants more than just the standard tourist route. Five stars all the way! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Noru Kyoto Bike Tour is wonderful - a real “must do”!!!
pauldO8275QE,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Noru’s Secret Kyoto Bike Tour was the best organized tour experience of our lives! It showed us places we’d never have seen otherwise, explaining history and culture in ways that we’d never managed to find through our own research. Ross’s organization is excellent. Our guide Henry’s knowledge and passion extraordinary. This tour truly made our visit to Kyoto, and was one of the top highlights of our time in Japan. A “must do” and great value that we’d happily do again and recommend most highly to everyone who can ride a bike.
Amazing e-bike tour with Yuta!
brittanycE3980IF,
Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Experience was 10/10. Yuta was great, friendly, and knowledgeable. Wasn’t expecting a history lesson but we learned a few things on the tour. The places he brought to us were practically empty. Was nice and felt like we had the spots to ourselves!
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