Heian Shrine (Heian Jingu) Tours and Tickets

Step into an authentic Japanese rickshaw for the ride of a lifetime, through some of the most scenic and historic districts in Kyoto, Japan. You have the option of exploring the verdant Bamboo Grove and impressive shrines of west Kyoto’s Arashiyama district or the intriguing wooden buildings and stone alleys (maybe even spotting a geisha or two) in Kyoto’s famed Higashiyama area, all with a knowledgeable local guide and rickshaw driver. This authentic, customizable Kyoto adventure is a fun introduction to this beautiful city.

Escape the crowds and leisurely explore Kyoto’s sights on this private guided bike ride. Visit quaint and traditional streets that you wouldn’t be able to access on a bus tour, and take breaks along the way so your guide can enrich your knowledge of the city’s history. Sights on the itinerary include Pontocho District, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Gion, The Philosopher's Path, and Heian Shrine.

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Jump on a bike from our all new e-bike fleet for an early-bird tour of the highlights of south and east Kyoto. We meet bright and early for a short orientation before heading straight south to enjoy the majestic Fushimi Inari Shrine before the crowds arrive. From here we will catch the splendour of Tofukuji Temple before stopping for a morning coffee at one of our favourite haunts. The next part of our journey takes us up the Kamo river and over to the UNESCO listed Ginkakuji Temple. After Ginkakuji, we will roll slowly south down the iconic Path of Philosophy and into the grounds of Nanzenji Temple (complete with traditional gardens, ornate religious buildings and even a red brick aquaduct). After a sit down lunch (provided), the last leg of our journey takes us south along the Shirakawa Canal and through the streets of Gion before arriving at the gates of Higashi Honganji Temple and finally home to base.

We are Kyoto ECO Trip, a rental bicycle company based in the heart of Kyoto and our aim is to raise awareness of the brilliance of riding a bicycle in the beautiful Kyoto. Bicycle rides help us find the hidden beauty of Kyoto that most tourists are likely to overlook and we hope this tour helps you see things you are not able to see when you take public transport like subways, buses, and taxis. The type of bicycle we use on this tour is a 3-speed city cruiser with a basket in front. First, you get to exlpore the famous thousands of the torii gates in Fushimi Inari Shrine. Next, the beautiful Nanzen-ji Temple and the popular Heian Jungu Shrine is also our stop. There are a few of the popular spots you make a quick stop during our stop such as the Gion District and Sanjusangendo Temple.

Explore Kyoto by bicycle on this tour of the city's highlights. Visit the UNESCO-listed Zen temple of Kennin-ji in the Gion district to explore its Japanese rock garden. Then, pedal over to Nanzen-ji Temple where you can learn about the old days of Koyoto. An English-speaking guide is available to tell you about the history and significance of each point of interest. You'll also stop at a traditional Japanese teahouse for a delicious lunch and enjoy a relaxing cycle along the Kamogawa River.

It can be daunting as a first-time visitor to Japan to cope with language barriers and navigate around a new place. On this Kyoto half-day tour, take the stress out of travel planning by having a local host plan your day. Explore one or two neighborhoods of your choice, walking past multiple top attractions and learning about Japanese culture from your guide. By traveling with a local, you learn about hidden secrets off the beaten track that tourists wouldn’t usually visit.

Get away from the crowded tourist sites and indulge on a private tour of some of Kyoto's most enchanting spaces. In a town whose history spans over 1,300 years, there are far more than just the "Top 10" that are worth visiting! Quiet Zen gardens, high ranking shrines, a local traditional lunch, a folk art museum and 1,001 Golden Buddha statues. This experience will introduce you to a world far away from the busy tourist sites, where you will spend peaceful moments getting to know the true nature of Kyoto. Note: Depending on our pace, all of the sites on this route may not be able to be visited. If the situation arises where we have to eliminate one or more of the sites the guest will determine what is eliminated.