KYOTO · BIKE TOURS
The rides worth clipping in for.
The 15 kyoto bike tours travellers pedal most, gathered in one place. Where the route takes you, how far and how long you are in the saddle, who guides it, and what a place on the ride costs.
Bike north Kyoto with a small group, Cannondale bike, temple fees, and Japanese lunch, with stops at Nishi Honganji, Kinkakuji, and Gion.
Most Popular“My wife and I had the pleasure of a bike tour with Indra and we could not have been happier with the experience. Cheerful and informative guide providing insights from a range of historical periods of Japan, picturesque and safe route Read more”
Early-bird private bike tour in Kyoto’s Arashiyama: bamboo forest, Tenryu-ji Zen garden, temples, and Togetsukyo Bridge.
“What a perfect way to see Kyoto’s hidden gems!! This was the best tour I’ve done in Japan. I learned so much about the culture and the views were stunning. So much better than being with a heard of tourists!”
Kyoto by bike in one day: five iconic sights, e-bike option, small group up to 8, guide, lunch, snacks, and admissions included.
“This is an excellent tour to see the city and key tourist spots. The e-bike is highly recommended, but be aware that you will be biking and walking all day. Cass is a fantastic guide, I felt safe all day and his knowledge of the areas, culture and Read more”
Kyoto e-bike tour visits Kitano Tenmangu, Golden Pavilion, Tenryu-ji garden, and Arashiyama bamboo. Small group, 6 hours.
“Myself and my 2 boys aged 14 and 10 did this tour today and we all agreed it was the best thing we had done in Japan so far, and we have done a lot. Our tour guide, Benjamin, was really lovely and very knowledgeable. Nothing was too much trouble for him. Highly recommend this…”
Afternoon Kyoto bike tour to Arashiyama’s Bamboo Forest, Iwatayama Monkey Park, Tenryu-ji gardens, and Togetsukyo Bridge with bike included.
“This tour is fantastic. It goes through many unique and beautiful places that are worth visiting. Also, the guide (Ray) is fantastic! I can certainly recommend this trip to anyone! :)”
Gentle guided bike ride through South Kyoto with included Cannondale bike, helmet, and water. Hits Nishi Honganji, Gion, Tofukuji, Inari.
“Really great way to get a glimpse of Kyoto with a fantastic guide and have some fun on the way. Our guide Sam was excellent, providing usual history and background to the places we visited. The bikes were very good standard also and Read more”
Ride an e-bike through Kyoto’s most famous temples, from Kitano Tenmangū Shrine to Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, and Tenryū-ji, with expert guides.
“Pohan was a great guide and the electric bikes were a great option to explore Kyōto and get a lay of the land. Good mix of sights on the tour as well.”
Kyoto City Secrets eBike Tour: 9 km of temples, Golden Pavilion, geisha streets, and calm Zen gardens with an English guide.
“Our guide Henry was amazing. He showed us so many places off the beaten tourist track that we never would have seen otherwise and it was so fun to explore Kyoto by bike! 100% recommend.”
Ride an e-bike through quieter Kyoto with Aska (or another English-speaking guide), hitting Ginkaku-ji, Philosopher’s Path, Nanzen-ji, and Heian Jingu.
“Great bicycle tour with our friendly guide Tai, thank you so much!”
Pedal Adventure Kyoto e-bike tour to Gion, Fushimi Inari and Tōfuku-ji with easy riding, snacks, water, and a Kamogawa River return.
“We had a fantastic time, Maki was a very approachable and knowledgeable guide. It was a great way to see Kyoto and learn about Japanese culture.”
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest e-bike tour in Kyoto with a 25km ride, temples, snacks, and small-group care. Mobile ticket.
“We had a fabulous time. Michael, the tour guide, not only knew his history perfectly, but had the ability to share his knowledge in an interesting and informative way. He was passionate about the cycling and the history. He made it a perfect day. Thanks”
E-bike Kyoto tour with a small group, water and admission tickets included, plus Arashiyama bamboo and gold-leaf Kinkaku-ji.
“Cycling is a great way to see a city! Jody was an incredible guide. He was fun, knowledgeable and informative. There was eight in our group and he was very attentive to all of our requests and dietary needs at lunch. (Make sure you bring yen for food purchases.) It was obvious that his goal…”
Cycle Gion to UNESCO Kennin-ji and Nanzen-ji, enjoy teahouse lunch and Kamogawa River views on a small guided tour from $99.10.
“I had a great day biking around Kyoto with Yusuke! I wasn’t expecting it to be a private tour but that was a nice surprise because I could go at my own pace. Yusuke was a super friendly and knowledgeable guide - he made sure I was comfoRead more”
Bike Kyoto’s Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, visit Tenryuji Temple, then hike to Iwatayama Monkey Park and ride to Togetsu-kyo Bridge.
“Excellent tour with good information about places we visited. Tough climb up to see monkeys if not fit! Great ride around seeing some local countryside too”
E-bike through Kyoto’s Zen gardens and classic shrines, with an English/French guide and two route options for about 3.5–6 hours.
“Great experience, Kevin, the guide, was very flexible for the itinerary.”
