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Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Step into an authentic Japanese rickshaw for the ride of a lifetime, through some of the most scenic and historic districts in Kyoto, Japan. Explore the intriguing wooden buildings and stone alleys (maybe even spotting a geisha or two) in Kyoto’s famed Higashiyama area, all with a knowledgeable loca

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📍Meeting point: Meeting place for HIGASHIYAMA tour. Go to Ichinenzaka in Higashiyama (on the cobble stone street, Nene Street, by the Kodaiji Temple and Ichinenzaka. You can search for "Ebisuya Higashiyama" on google maps for exact location)

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Step into an authentic Japanese rickshaw for the ride of a lifetime, through some of the most scenic and historic districts in Kyoto, Japan. Explore the intriguing wooden buildings and stone alleys (maybe even spotting a geisha or two) in Kyoto’s famed Higashiyama area, all with a knowledgeable local guide and rickshaw driver. This authentic, customizable Kyoto adventure is a fun introduction to this beautiful city.

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What To Expect

1

Stop 1

Pass by

tour operator for Higashiyama area

2

Stop 2

Pass by

landmark of Higashiyama

3

Stop 3

Pass by

Geisha district and traditional wooden town houses

4

Stop 4

Pass by

small bridge in traditional district

5

Stop 5

Pass by

beautiful temple with garden

6

Stop 6

Pass by

impressive temple

7

Stop 7

Pass by

large shrine in Gion area. worth a visit during new years, before or after the rickshaw tour!

8

Stop 8

Pass by

feel the history as you travel on the old cobble stone street

What’s Included

  • Rickshaw ride
  • Local English-speaking guide

What’s NOT Included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Additional Info

  • 🤰Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 👶Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 👶Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 🦴Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Adult pricing applies to age 6 and over
  • Children 5 years and under may sit on an adult’s lap (one child per adult)
  • A maximum of 2 adults per rickshaw. Up to 2 children, 5 years and under, can ride with 2 adults (children have to ride on an adult's lap)
  • While rickshaws are able to fit two adults, each rickshaw is 29.1 inches (74 centimeters) wide, and it is sometimes more comfortable to book individual rickshaws for each passenger. For passengers of size, we recommend booking a rickshaw for each participant to ensure a comfortable ride. Passengers who do not both fit in one rickshaw but wish to participate in a tour at the same time will be required to purchase an additional rickshaw, which may not be available on the date of the tour with an English-speaking guide if not booked in advance. Those customers who do not purchase an additional rickshaw at the time of booking cannot be guaranteed availability
  • Wheelchair- and stroller-friendly
  • This tour can be customized depending on your interests
  • If a child (5 years and younger) will be using one of the two seats of the rickshaw, it must book as an adult.
  • The amount of time you will be late will be deducted from your tour duration (delay of 10min or more results in automatic cancellation)
  • Any time changes/rescheduling requests sent after 5pm the day before your tour can not be accommodated
  • our tours take place, rain or shine.
  • This tour does NOT include the bamboo forest in Kyoto Arashiyama
  • finishing locations other than our rickshaw stand may be subject to an additional drop-off fee (payable on the day of the tour)
  • not all landmarks on the itinerary can be covered by shorter tour options. Please discuss options in advance or directly with guide
  • The voucher/ ticket can only be used at our Kyoto Higashiyama branch. It is invalid at our Kyoto Arashiyama branch.

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