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.
Benefit from your guide’s undivided attention on a private tour
A bike tour helps you discover places inaccessible by car or bus
Pass by scenic locations, such as the Philosopher’s Path and Gion
No need to bring equipment with you: Bike rental is included
What's Included
Private Tour
Local drink or snack
Bike rental
This tour is carbon neutral
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
J-Cycle
192 Nakanonochō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8435, Japan
Get your bike and start your tour here
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Operated by Withlocals
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Reviews
5.0
33 reviews
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
Eiji was an amazing tour guide! He got me set up on my bike quickly and we were off! I was able to see the city from a totally different perspective from the bike and we went to bigger spots (e.g., the park near the Imperial Palace) and then through streets and spots for locals I'd never have found myself. Eiji took pics the whole time so I had a great record of the experience, too. What a fantastic way to see Kyoto!
Beautiful Kyoto experience
Alison_I, Dec 2023
This was one of our best experiences in Japan! Eiji was a fantastic guide who took us on a beautiful ride through Kyoto with stops and opportunities to immerse ourselves in nature, culture and traditions along the way. We really felt a connection with the city, more than just sightseeing. We highly recommend Eiji and this tour!
Amazing tour
John_B, Oct 2023
This tour covers so much ground and takes you to an abundance of sights. The tour guide is such a lovely guy and loves sharing stories and hearing about yours. He also takes so many photos for free. Top quality bike tour.
Must do!
Jake_G, Jul 2023
Amazing. Highly recommend. Friendly guy, great sights and good conversation. Definitely a must, and a great way to see the city.
Amazing bike tour around Kyoto
Timothy_C, Jun 2023
Eiji was an amazing tour guide and got to show around Kyoto. He even bought my friend and I some mochi and we got to eat it right by a river
From $136.30
Price varies by group size
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)