No. 1 E-Bike Tour for Up to 5 Guests in Kyoto with a Local!
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore the town of Kyoto by electric bicycle. It's a cycling journey where you can feel nature and learn about its history. This tour is conducted in a small group, allowing you to discover the local side of Kyoto while listening to the guide's stories at a relaxed pace.You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Kyoto by visiting iconic spots such as Nishi Honganji, Gion Shirakawa, Heian Shrine, and Nanzenji Temple. The experience includes refreshing moments by the Kamo River and a stroll through the lively Kiyamachi Street. A memorable and special adventure is waiting for you.With friends and family, you will be able to have an amazing experience together.
※Before the tour departs, your guide will send you a message via Viator (Tripadvisor). Please be sure to check it before the tour.
※Some guides can speak German, Dutch, Bangladeshi, Hindu, and Urdu. If you have a language preference, please contact us before making a reservation.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 10 years old can participate if they are taller than 140cm and they can ride a bicycle. (But the same fee as an adult occurs for it)
What To Expect
Your guide will meet you at a share-cycle "Clew" port located in front of a temple named Seikouin Wagatazizou(located behind the hotel). We will have a briefing time about cycling hand-signs and how to use bicycles so we can enjoy riding safely.
Nishi Honganji
Hongan-ji is the head temple of the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha sect and is also referred to as "Nishi Hongan-ji" (Western Hongan-ji). It is famous for its historical buildings, including the registered World Heritage Site grounds, the National Treasures such as the Go-eidō (Hall of Amida) and Amida-dō, the Shoin, and the Hiyun-kaku. The wooden floors feature various intricate patterns, making the site full of attractions beyond just the buildings themselves.
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No. 1 E-Bike Tour for Up to 5 Guests in Kyoto with a Local!
What‘s Included
Bike rental
Use of bicycle
A Cycling guide
Incom installed cycling helmet
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
46 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The single best tour guide we've ever experienced
G5019XFchrisr,Jan 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The single best tour guide we've ever experienced. We've done multiple tours all over the world. Yuki is the best guide we've experienced . Knowledgeable, informative and entertaining, Yuki has a special way of including all ages in his tour. He adapts to the group's needs, moves at the right pace and keeps everyone happy. He's relaxed and makes all feel comfortable. He's safe, and well organised. If there's 1 tour you should do in Kyoto, do this one.
Amazing Experience!
868jfkc,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yuki brought us to so many beautiful sites around Kyoto and was so knowledgeable about everything place he brought us to. Highly recommend!! So much fun
Brilliant way to experience Kyoto!
Sightsee38407092244,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a brilliant way to see Kyoto. Our guide Yuki was a local who speaks great English (having lived in and travelled to many countries including Australia) , so we learned a lot about some of the key local sights, he patiently answered our many questions and ensured lots of great photo opps! We came in winter, but the weather was great and we were lucky to see places without the usual hordes of summer tourists. The e-bikes made it a super easy ride, and there were plenty of stops, so it’s something most people could easily do. It’s my second time in Kyoto, but if I had my time over, this is the first thing I’d do.
Fantastic Kyoto experience
445owena,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great, fun experience with plenty of information in and around Kyoto. Yuki was such a wonderful, fun and informative guide around the culture and livelihood of Kyoto. Yuki certainly made us feel welcomed and always got the perfect photos!
Great family day out
LucyA9123,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family had a wonderful adventure with Yuki. We spent the afternoon exploring some of Kyoto’s best and lesser known sites. Yuki was a fabulous guide who could talk to Japan’s history and culture as well as engaging with the younger member’s interests. The bikes were great - nearly effortless, so suitable for just about any level of non-fitness. Thanks Yuki. Highly recommended!
Do yourself a favour
J9888GVjohna,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great fun and highly informative. Yuki was charming with a welcome sense of humour, and showed us a side of the history, culture and lifestyle of Kyoto which we’d never have seen without his introduction. Yuki helped clear the way for an easy ride and for the perfect photo. Highly recommended.
Arigatō
sarahsV1581DJ,Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yuki ist a nice guide and an open book. He answered our questions patiently and Showed us to places that were not so crowded by tourists.
Exploring the backlanes of Kyoto City
34joycec34,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I got to learn more about the history of Kyoto and its relationship to Tokyo and Buddhism! I got to see more of the city than I would have on my own! My guide was flexible and with great local knowledge!
The best and easy way to explore Kyoto in a day!
AnitaK3710,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Exploring Kyoto by bike with our wonderful guide Yuki was an absolute joy! The ride was not only fun but deeply enriching—each stop revealed fascinating insights into the city’s culture, history, and spiritual traditions. Yuki’s attentiveness and warmth made the experience truly special and unforgettable. I learned so much and felt connected to Kyoto’s soul in a way I never expected. A perfect, heartfelt adventure—thank you so much for this incredible journey!
Outstanding Kyoto E-Bike Tour with Yuki
979jordip,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing city tour of Kyoto by E-bike, guided by Yuki. The entire experience deserves a perfect 10 out of 10. Yuki was not only extremely friendly and approachable, but also deeply knowledgeable, sharing detailed explanations about the temples, shrines, neighborhoods, and even the local history and culture as we explored. His English was excellent, making communication very easy. Yuki’s approach was both informative and relaxed—he managed the perfect balance between guiding us and giving us space to enjoy ourselves. We appreciated that he alternated between biking and walking, always at a comfortable pace with no stress, ensuring that everyone was happy and included. Yuki went above and beyond by helping us take photos at scenic spots, adding another personal touch to the tour. This was one of the highlights of our visit to Kyoto, and we would highly recommend Yuki to anyone looking for a fun, insightful, and memorable adventure in the city.
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