KYOTO
Kyoto’s most-loved days out.
The 15 most popular cycling tours in Kyoto. What each one involves, how long it runs, what it costs, and who you book with.
Electric-assist biking in Kyoto with a small group route hitting Kinkakuji and quiet Zen gardens, plus easy training and a tea stop.
“Fantastic experience. Our tour guide Yuta took us to some amazing places off the beaten track. I was worried having not cycled for over 10 years but I managed it. If you are looking for something a bit different I would thoroughly recommend this.”
North Kyoto by bike with a small guided group, Cannondale bike, temple fees, and Japanese lunch included for about 5–6 hours.
“The highlight of our trip! We chose our very first day in Kyoto to participate in Cycle Kyoto’s bike tour and what a great way to start our Kyoto journey. Our tour guide, Julian, was nothing but knowledgeable, kind, and mega respectful to everRead more”
Early-morning private bike ride in Kyoto’s Arashiyama. Ride Cannondale bikes, beat bamboo crowds, visit Tenryu-ji, Togetsukyo.
“The best part of our Japan holiday. Great way to explore the history and culture and suits the whole family. Our guides Ray and Milo were exceptional, with great knowledge, friendly and personable. Totally worth doing!”
Cycle Kyoto’s big sights in one day by traditional bike or e-bike, with a small-group guide, included lunch, and admissions.
“We've been on more than a dozen bicycle tours around the world and this is the best one by a long shot. Rob takes great pains to keep improving the tour and provides not only information on the history but also great insightful about the culture of Japan thanks to his 14 years living there.…”
Full-day bike tour through Kyoto’s top sights and quieter temples, with lunch included and easy navigation for Fushimi Inari.
“We had a super cycle tour with Juan. He was wonderfully knowledgeable about the history of Kyoto and kept us very engaged and entertained. The delicious lunch was a bonus. Would thoroughly recommend.”
Small-group Kyoto e-bike tour with included rentals and guide, hitting Heian, Ginkaku-ji, Golden Pavilion, Arashiyama.
“Cycling tour with Kevin from Canada was fantastic. He took us to several temples with beautiful gardens and limited crowds. Among the places, we biked along the Philosopher's Path, which was very pleasant. He is knowledgeable and was open to any questions. Highly recomnended.”
A 4-hour bike ride through Arashiyama: macaques at Iwatayama, the bamboo soundscape, Tenryu-ji gardens, and Togetsukyo Bridge.
“This was a super fun and easy ride around town with history and culture. We loved every minute, it was a highlight of our trip!”
A gentle south Kyoto bike ride that hits major sights on quiet backstreets, with bike and helmet included and a crowd-smart guide route.
“We had a brilliant tour around Kyoto seeing the sites. Our guide took us to a lot of places off the beaten track so we avoided the tourist traps. He really looked after us and made the tour enjoyable. I would highly recommend doing this tour.”
E-bike through Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion, old Geisha streets, and Zen gardens on a 9km loop with an English guide.
“Our guide Utah was brilliant. Friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, fun, safe. A highlight tour.”
Kyoto by e-bike: Gion, Higashiyama, Fushimi Inari and Tōfuku-ji with a local guide, snacks, water, and a relaxing Kamogawa River ride.
“An unforgettable experience with Maki! Maki is an exceptional guide—knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and attentive to every detail. She made sure our group felt safe and had a fantastic time throughout the tour. The bikes were very comforRead more”
E-bike tour with Aska through north-east Kyoto. Less-crowded temples, Philosopher’s Path, Kamogawa river stops, and English guidance.
“Aska was terrific, relaxed and informative. Loved our tour, such a great way to experience Kyoto!”
Ride 25 km by e-bike through Kyoto’s quieter temple corners, moss gardens, and the Arashiyama bamboo grove in a small group.
“Fabulous ride through the countryside. Tour operator was very well informed. Really enjoyed learning about the history of these parts of Japan. He was very knowledgeable about the culture and explained things very well.”
E-bike through Kyoto’s main shrines: Kitano Tenmangu, Kinkakuji, and Arashiyama bamboo, plus Tenryu-ji gardens with a small group.
“This bike tour not only visits the main attractions, but it takes you through the narrow streets of Kyoto and is full of information and good food! Jody was very knowledgeable, and shared a lot of tips and tricks that have helped us through our travels in Kyoto and Japan! It was fascinating learning about…”
Bike from Gion to UNESCO Kennin-ji and Nanzen-ji, enjoy a teahouse lunch, then cruise along the Kamogawa River with a small-group guide.
“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”
Kyoto’s Arashiyama Bamboo Forest by bike in the early morning, with bridge and Tenryuji Zen Temple gardens, small-group pacing, and easy value.
“Robert was great. He gave us a lot of insight regarding Japanese culture. Landscape views were great”
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