Slow Cycling Tour at Uji's Matcha Green Tea Fields and Heritage

5.0 (45 reviews) 4 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Kotosaka at Koushouji Temple. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The paths along the Uji River can be comfortably ridden by bicycle. — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Uji, south of Kyoto, is famous for its matcha (powdered green tea) and other tea products, and is also home to many historic temples and shrines dating back over 1,000 years. This tour takes you on a leisurely tour of this fascinating city on a BROMPTON bicycle with a local navigator.

・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: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: BROMPTON SLOW CYCLING TOURS

Ages: Adults (12–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: English Guide
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 (option 500 yen)
Not included: Snacks: For refreshments during the tour, the accompanying navigator will suggest restaurants according to the customer's wishes.
Not included: Tea and Uji Town Exchange Centre Chazuna Entrance fee (option 600 yen)
Not included: Byodoin Phoenix Hall entrance fees (option 700 yen)

Itinerary

Stop 1

45 min Admission not included

Tea and Uji Town Exchange Center Chazuna is a place where visitors can learn about Kyoto's tea culture and history. By visiting this place, you can learn more about Japanese tea culture.
Uji Shrine

30 min

Uji Shrine is a historic shrine with a history of more than 1,700 years and is believed to be beneficial for academic and childbirth success.
Ujigami Shrine

30 min

Ujigami Shrine is paired with the neighbouring Uji Shrine, and a spring known as 'Kirihara Water', one of the seven famous waters of Uji, still gushes from the grounds.
Asagiri Bridge

15 min

This beautiful bridge over the Uji River is a good place to take photos.
Koshoji Temple

30 min

Koushoji is a Zen temple with a history of about 800 years, and the Kotosaka slope from the stone gate to the temple grounds is a beautiful path made of stone walls.
Amagase Dam

one hour

A nature trail along the Uji River leads to the wooden Amagase Bridge, where the view of the valley is so tranquil and beautiful that the hustle and bustle of Kyoto is forgotten.
Stop 7

one hour Admission not included

By the time you return to the city, visit the Byodoin Phoenix Hall, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or stop for a cup of tea in one of Uji's unique tea shops, you will have discovered something new about Kyoto!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

A navigator with a BROMPTON bicycle can be found in front of the Tea Jar post, just outside JR Uji Station.

End point

A navigator with a BROMPTON bicycle can be found in front of the Tea Jar post, just outside JR Uji 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.