Kyoto: Higashiyama Slow Cycling Tour along the quiet waterfront

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The paths along the Kamo River are ideal for a leisurely bike ride. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

A beautiful brick aqueduct on Lake Biwa's estuary in the precincts of Nanzenji Temple, which played a major role in the modernisation of Kyoto during the Meiji era (1868-1912). — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This tour is a slow cycling tour with BROMPTON bicycles around the quiet waterside of Kyoto's Higashiyama area and the tranquil temples and shrines, allowing you to learn about the history and culture of Kyoto, a city that lives with water (distance: approx. 12 km).

・The tour is a great way to visit places that are otherwise inaccessible by riding with a navigator who knows the local area inside out.

・Slow cycling is an easy way for people who are not confident about their physical fitness to take part.

・All equipment for riding is provided, so you don't need to bring anything.

・The tour is also a great way to enjoy local food at speciality shops.

・The tour course can be arranged according to your wishes.

・You can take photos with your stylish BROMPTON bike.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: BROMPTON SLOW CYCLING TOURS

Ages: Adults (10–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bicycle equipment such as helmets, Bags for wheeled transport, etc.
Included: Bicycle rental fee
Included: Exclusive navigator fee

Not included

Not included: Insurance fee (500 yen)
Not included: Snacks: The accompanying navigator can suggest restaurants for lunch during the tour according to the customer's wishes.

Itinerary

Kamogawa River

one hour

The Kamo River, which flows through the center of Kyoto, is a popular destination for tourists, allowing them to experience nature in the midst of the city.
Shimogamo Jinja

one hour

Shimogamo Shrine, north of the Kamogawa River delta, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Tadasunomori forest, with its tranquil sunlight filtering through the trees, is a pre-lush place where the hustle and bustle of the city can be forgotten.
Philosopher's Walk

one hour

The Philosophy Path is a footpath along the Lake Biwa Canal at the foot of Mount Higashiyama, so called because philosophers strolled along it in contemplation.
Nanzen-ji Temple

45 min Admission not included

Nanzenji Temple is the most prestigious of all Rinzai temples in Japan and is famous for its beautiful garden and Sanmon Gate, which is featured in Kabuki plays.
Nanzenji Suirokaku

30 min

In the precincts of Nanzenji Temple, the beautiful brick aqueduct of the Lake Biwa River, which played a major role in the modernisation of Kyoto in the Meiji era, is still in use today.
Keage Incline

45 min

The incline railway, which forms part of the boat transport route by the Lake Biwa Canal, has been preserved as an industrial heritage site and is a sightseeing spot lined with cherry blossom trees.
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden

one hour

The Kyoto Imperial Palace was the residence of the Emperor of Japan until the middle of the 19th century.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

A navigator with a BROMPTON bicycle will greet you near the ground exit of Demachiyanagi Station.

End point

A navigator with a BROMPTON bicycle will greet you near the ground exit of Demachiyanagi Station.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.