5 Top Highlights of Kyoto Full Day Bike Tour (E-bike option)
Description
Kyoto Bike Tour has you visit a whopping 5 top spot destinations of Kyoto all in one day on one epic adventure! Enjoy a stroll through the breathtaking Bamboo Forest, gaze at the glimmer of the gold as it reflects on the water at the Golden Pavilion, be inspired by one of the most iconic views of Kyoto from the mystical Kiyomizu Temple, weave through the traditional backstreets of one of Kyoto's geisha districts, take a spiritual walk through the magnificent red torii gates at the Fushimi Inari Shrine, and so much more! This is a full city tour of approximately 44km of riding and requires a moderate level of fitness. Basic bicycle riding skills and a sense of adventure is a requirement. We will travel at a leisurely pace with enough time to take in the sites and for a relaxing lunch stop. *Upgrade to a premium e-bike for an additional fee. *Please notify of any dietary restrictions or food allergies *Must be 16 years or older to participate. *Not suitable for pregnant women
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Itinerary
Explore the beauty of the bamboo and be transfixed by one of the top soundscapes of Japan!
Stroll through the famous red torii tunnel for some epic memories!
Venture into the old historical district and world of the Geisha and Maiko!
Enter one of the oldest temples in Kyoto with perhaps the most iconic view of the city!
Enjoy the glimmer of the golden pavilion and find your true zen!
Highlights
What's included
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- *Age restriction* must be a minimum of 16 years of age.
- Please notify of food allergies/restrictions at time of booking.
Reviews(567)
It was a beautiful day with Cas. Super guide. We were with family, youngest 16. Went fine on normal bike despite it being very hot. En route enough places for water. Along nice and beautiful places in kyoto.
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed The Best of Kyoto Bike Tour with Cassiano. It’s great to hear that everyone, including your youngest rider, was comfortable on the regular bikes despite the summer heat, and that the frequent water stops helped keep the day enjoyable. Thank you for your kind words about Cassiano and for recommending our tour. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Kyoto for another cycling adventure! Kind regards, Kyoto Bike Tour
Our full day bike tour was on May 22, 2026. There were six people total in our group, including my family of three adults. Rick was an amazing guide, very informative, and took great care of everyone. This is the best way to see a lot of Kyoto in one day. We got really lucky with beautiful weather. The bikes were in good shape, and I had an e-bike, which was well worth the extra cost. Rick made sure that everyone got a picture at each stop. A delicious lunch was included. My family and I highly recommend this tour. Thank you, Rick and Kyoto Bike Tour!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re delighted that you and your family had such a great experience exploring Kyoto with Rick. Covering so many of the city’s highlights by bike is a wonderful way to experience Kyoto, and we’re pleased you enjoyed the beautiful weather, the included lunch, and the well-maintained bikes. We’re also pleased to hear you found the e-bike upgrade well worth it. Guests can choose between our traditional bikes or an optional e-bike upgrade, depending on the riding experience they’re looking for. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Kyoto for another adventure! Kind regards, Kyoto Bike Tour
We had an absolutely fantastic full-day bike tour of Kyoto. It was the perfect way to see so much of the city while avoiding the crowds and learning about Kyoto’s history and culture. Case was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the day both informative and fun.
Thank you for your fantastic review! We are overjoyed to hear the Full Day Tour was one of the highlights of your trip. Exploring Kyoto by bike is a wonderful way to experience both the city’s famous landmarks and its quieter backstreets while learning about its rich history and culture. Thank you as well for your kind words about Cassiano. We’re so pleased he helped make the day both informative and enjoyable. Thank you for your kind recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Kyoto again in the future. Kind regards, Kyoto Bike Tour
We had an awesome day cycling around Kyoto! The cycle tour is a fantastic way to experience so much of the city in a short amount of time. The riding was easy, with plenty of stops along the way, so even when the weather turned, it never felt like we’d covered 43 km. We loved biking through the back streets and seeing the real Kyoto not just the tourist hotspots. Lunch was delicious, and a nice break from cycling. Our guide Rick, was outstanding. He was incredibly friendly and we learnt so much of Kyoto and Japanese history and culture. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to see the highlights of Kyoto while learning some history and culture.
Thank you for your kind and thoughtful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed exploring Kyoto by bike and experiencing both the city’s famous highlights and its quieter backstreets. Our goal is to show guests a side of Kyoto they might otherwise miss while creating a relaxed and enjoyable day on two wheels. Thank you as well for your kind words about Rick. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed learning about Kyoto’s history and culture, and that the ride, lunch, and pacing all helped make the day so memorable. Thank you for your kind recommendation. We hope to ride together again on your next visit to Kyoto! Kind regards, Kyoto Bike Tour
We had a really great e-bike tour with Rick. It was a lot of fun and Rick told us a lot about the respective highlights.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased to hear you had such an enjoyable day exploring Kyoto with Rick. It’s great to know you enjoyed the e-bike experience and the opportunity to learn more about each of Kyoto’s famous highlights along the way. Thank you as well for your kind words about Rick. Our guides are passionate about bringing Kyoto’s history and culture to life, and we’re glad he helped make your day both fun and memorable. Thank you for your kind recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Kyoto again in the future. Kind regards, Kyoto Bike Tour
Rick was an excellent tour guide who combined an extensive knowledge of Japanese culture, based on his own heritage, with outstanding communication skills in English. He led us safely and without hesitation through a maze of city streets, through rain and sunshine. The erratic Kyoto weather proved no obstacle as rain-jackets were provided to those who needed them. The e-bikes functioned so well that I found it easier to cycle (when unpowered!), on the provided e-bike, than I do on my own bicycle at home. The tour itself allowed us a good amount of time to absorb the atmosphere and take photos at each destination. Rick also turned out to be a keen photographer, who gladly put his skills to work to photograph our whole group. All in all, a very enjoyable and memorable tour which I would highly recommend!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed exploring Kyoto with Rick. It’s wonderful to know you appreciated both his knowledge of Japanese culture and the care he took to guide the group safely through the city in all weather conditions. We’re also glad the e-bike made the ride comfortable and enjoyable, allowing you to focus on the experience and take in Kyoto’s many highlights. Thank you as well for mentioning the photos. It’s always nice to know those memories will be enjoyed long after the tour. Thank you for your kind recommendation. We hope to welcome you back to Kyoto again in the future. Kind regards, Kyoto Bike Tour
What a fantastic way to explore Kyoto! We did the full day tour with Rick and it was excellent. Rick was super knowledgeable and lovely and we felt safe at all times as we rode a full lap of Kyoto over the course of the day. Highly recommend.
Thank you for your lovely review. Covering so much of Kyoto in a single day is a unique experience, and we’re glad you enjoyed seeing the city from the perspective of a bicycle. We’re also pleased to hear that Rick’s knowledge and guidance helped you feel comfortable and confident throughout the ride. Thank you for your recommendation, and we’re delighted that you chose to explore Kyoto with us. Kind regards, Kyoto Bike Tour
We had a really nice day riding with Roberto: he was informative and funny and took care of us. I would recommend getting the e bike option unless you are a very strong cyclist.
Thanks for joining the full day tour. Glad to hear you had a great time with Roberto and our premium Specialized e-bikes were to your liking. We hope to ride together again on your next visit to Kyoto! Kind regards, Kyoto Bike Tour
Had a great day cycling around Kyoto and seeing some of the main tourist areas . Rick our guide was great . He was safe and guided us across any busy intersections. He was knowledgeable about the history and sites we visited. Lunch was a a tasty upon tempura bowl . He also took photos of us throughout the day .Highly recommend
Great tour and a very enjoyable way to see the city in all its variety. Rick was an excellent guide.
