Kyoto in a Day by eBike: The Best Bits Tour (East Course)
Get on an e-bike and let our experienced English-speaking tour guide show you the legacy of the Shoguns that still exists throughout Kyoto after more than a millennium. The full-day tour takes you from Kyoto Station to the wonderfully quiet Philosopher's Path, and southwards along the eastern part o
📍Meeting point: Exit Kyoto Station on the north-side (Kyoto Tower should be visible across the street). Turn left and proceed westwards with the station building on your left. Go to the end of the road where there is a small car park, and the meeting point will be around the corner.
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 15 minYour tour guide will show you around Nishi-Honganji temple, one of Kyoto's most impressive temples though with relatively few crowds.
Stop 2
⏱ 1hAdmission includedThe guide will show you around the historic Nijo Castle located in the heart of Kyoto and rich in history. Have a look at the impressive architecture and the artworks that line the interior of the castle and discover its connection with the last Shoguns.
Stop 3
⏱ 15 minCycle around the quiet Kyoto Gyoen Garden where the Imperial Palace is located.
Stop 4
⏱ 45 minAdmission includedYour tour guide will guide you to Ginkakuji Temple, also known as the Silver Pavilion Temple. Built by one of the Shoguns, the pavilion's architecture and garden are beautifully designed and located along the quaint Philosophers Path.
Stop 5
Pass byPhilosopher's Path takes is a wonderfully quaint street along the north-eastern corner of Kyoto. The path is perfect for cycling and is particularly breath-taking during the Autumn maple season.
Stop 6
⏱ 30 minAdmission includedBuilt by one of the early Shoguns, Kiyomizu Temple boasts breath-taking views of the city from the Eastern mountains where it is situated. Your guide will explain to you the significance of this amazing temple to the city of Kyoto.
What’s Included
- ✓Use of Rain Poncho
- ✓Lunch
- ✓Bicycle use
- ✓Accident Insurance
- ✓Use of Helmet
- ✓Licensed or Certified English-speaking Guide
- ✓Original Cycling Map
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
- •Min. 2 and Max. 6 guests can be accepted per guide (1 person participants are not accepted). In case your group is 7-12 people, an extra guide can be arranged.
- •If you wish to cancel the tour, please kindly let us know at least 3 days prior to the tour date (by 18:00; JST) and your tour fee can be refunded.
- •Tour will operate in rain. However, the customer can choose from one of the following options: 1) The tour will continue as usual on bikes (with rain poncho; free of charge), 2) Switch to a walking tour using public transportation (bus or metro; included in tour fee).
- •Children must be at least 10 years old; 145 cm or above; and be able to ride a bicycle safely on the road unassisted.
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