4.5-Hour Kyoto Bike Tour with Lunch and UNESCO Zen Temples
Join a tour by MagicalTrip, proud winner of the Tripadvisor Best of the Best Award. Each experience is led by a MagicalTrip Certified Guide, professionally trained and carefully selected to ensure quality and authenticity. Begin this historical cycling tour by exploring Gion and learning about geis
What To Expect
Stop 1
Pass bySoak up the relaxing atmosphere of the Kamogawa River as you glide by on your bike.
Stop 2
Pass byStart the Kyoto Historical Bike Tour from Gion district
Stop 3
⏱ 30 minAdmission includedThis is the oldest Zen temple in Kyoto. You can feel the beauty of Kyoto by looking at the simple and beautiful karesansui (dry landscape) garden.
Stop 4
⏱ 20 minThis is the most prestigious Zen temple in Japan, with a history of 700 years. You can enjoy the powerful temple gate and the beauty of nature in each season.
Stop 5
⏱ 50 minEnjoy a delicious local Kyoto lunch or desert and stroll around the beautiful Japanese garden. We kick off in Gion, navigating our way to Kennin-ji, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to immerse ourselves in Wabi-sabi and its Zen Rock garden. Experience the serene Zen atmosphere. Next, we'll cycle to Nanzen-ji, Japan's premier Zen temple, known for its picturesque spots. A brief ride brings us to Heian Jingu shrine, where you'll gain insights into local customs.
Stop 6
Pass byPass by Heian Shrine
What to Bring
- •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
- •Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •Cycling under the influence of alcohol, and using a smartphone while cycling are strictly prohibited by law in Japan. Penalties will be imposed on violators, as well as on bicycle providers and fellow passengers. (Smartphone use is allowed when the bicycle is stopped.)
- •Please follow the traffic rules, which your guide will explain to you.
- •Anyone over 150cm (4′11″) tall can join this tour.
- •Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for cycling.
- •Out of respect for other guests and to ensure the best tour for everyone, we must start the tour on time. You will not be able to join the tour, get a refund or reschedule if you are late for the tour and miss the group."
- •Please inform us at least one day before the tour if you have any dietary requests or allergies to mention.※ Requests made on the tour day cannot be accommodated. Please kindly understand that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free meals, accommodation of dietary restrictions or the substitutions, as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to us.
- •Japan's climate has become more extreme, with summer highs reaching 40°C (104°F) and winter lows dropping to -5°C (23°F). Please prepare accordingly for the tour. The tour may be canceled in the event of unsuitable weather for safety reasons.
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