Historical Kyoto E-Bike Tour
Overview
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Your journey through the illustrious lanes of Kyoto demands perfection. Providing these crucial details ensures that the canvas of your experience is painted without a single brush out of place. Before starting the tour, you will be fitted for a helmet, given a bike, and ready for the tour on two wheels.
We believe that cycling is the best way to truly immerse yourself in the culture and beauty of Kyoto. Our knowledgeable and friendly guides will lead you through the most picturesque streets and hidden gems, sharing fascinating stories and historical insights along the way. Your safety and comfort are our top priorities. We provide well-maintained bicycles and safety equipment, to ensure a smooth and enjoyable ride Our group sizes are small, allowing for a personalized and intimate experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The remaining time of the tour is spent in biking between each location and for lunch.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Everyone will get an E-bike
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
What To Expect
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Explore the rich legacy of shrine and its connection to Sugawara no Michizane the deity of learning. Admire the 1000 plum trees which blossom during early spring ,offering a picturesque setting. Experience the blustling flea market (on 25th every month) where local artisans and Vendor display unique crafts and delicacies.
Kinkakuji Temple
Conclude your tour at the breathtaking Kinkaku-Ji temple , adorned with gold leaf, reflecting its brilliance over the serene pond that surrounds it. Highlights * Dive deep into the temple’s history from its origin as a retirement villa to its transformation into a Zen Buddhist temple * Wander through the meticulously manicured garden, embracing the tranquility it offers *Capture the shimmering reflection of the golden temple in the pond a view that remains etched in memory
Options
Historical Kyoto Bike Tour (E-bike or sport bike)
Reviews
173 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ancient Kyoto bike tour
zerkuch,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Magical bike trip in ancient Kyoto. Benjamin was a fantastic guide. Highly recommend. Don’t forget to bring sunscreen and water
E-Bike & visits in Kyoto
Jeff O,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Benjamin, was very attentive & patient with all of us. Great ride going through Kyoto neighborhoods & visiting key sites!
Go with the flow trough Kyoto
riavL80WR,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide, informative and full of stories. So nice to go on super good bikes through different parts of the city. We can really recommend him.
Kyoto on an e-bike
David P,
Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00If you have limited time in Kyoto, this is a great way to see as much as possible of the sights and culture the City has to offer. Our guide was terrific, and the small party size of 5 of us meant that we were able to move swiftly across the City and take advantage of the many alleyways and smaller streets to avoid the heavier traffic. We visited shrines, and temples, the Bamboo forest, and really got to see some of the more hidden Kyoto en route that is not on the regular tourist areas. The Ramen lunch (at our own cost) was the best my wife and I have ever enjoyed. I would highly recommend this tour, as it packs a lot into limited time, and really gives you a feel for this historic City.
Best thing we did in Kyoto
NickScot S,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a brilliant 6 hours with Benjamin who was fun and informative. He knew so much about the customs and history of Japan even though he is from Mexico. I got lost ( totally my fault) and he coped admirably and didn’t make me feel bad. I would give 6 stars if I could. You won’t be disappointed.
Great Ebike tour of Tokyo
B5725VRsarahw,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ebikes make a great way to see Kyoto! We had a great guide and it was a fun day zig zagging through the residential streets of Kyoto. Even in the rain it was a fun way to spend the day exploring the main sites .
Excellent bike trip very easy for anyone to ride the bikes excellent knowledge from Guide. Good way to see sights
Lj T,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent experience riding e-bikes. Bikes were very easy to ride. Great way to see temples and shines also bamboo forest and river. Guide had excellent knowledge with good English
Highly recommend!
ausmick78,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I definitely recommend doing this tour. Diego was fantastic and fun. It was a great way to see Kyoto and the bikes are so easy to use. I'm glad we did this, especially after spending many days prior doing lots of walking. Thanks again, Diego!
Awesome fun!
jessiejuice1,
Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed this e-bike tour! Never ridden one before and it was easy to pick it up quickly, our tour guide was lovely & the Zen temples, Shinto shrines were such a great experience especially with the help of the guide explaining the way the Japanese relate to these sacred places.
Fun, informative, active tour of must see shrines/temples in Kyoto
CAROL H,
Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We visited key shrines/temples and the famous Arashiyama bamboo forest with our guide Diego. He was the perfect guide: kind, patient and full of fun facts about the history of each site. The bikes are well maintained and the routes scenic. We had the option of eating at a food court that had spectacular street food. A definite must- do when in Kyoto!
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