Activity Kyoto, Japan

Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour

5.0 (2,118 reviews) 3 h 45 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

This is an 8 kilometer E-biking ride that visits famous attractions as well as hidden gems in Kyoto such as the Kinkakuji, Daitokuji Temple Complex in order to visit the Koto-in and Zuiho-in, Imamiyajinja and the Kitanotenmangu Temple.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: NORU

Ages: Adults (13–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Water
Included: Rental helmet
Included: English-speaking route coordinator
Included: Rental bike

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

The experience begins with a ride through a historic district, before we reach a tranquil shrine setting, which we explore on foot. From there, we cycle through charming neighborhoods and peaceful wooded areas, gradually making our way to a serene Zen location—a hidden gem far from the usual tourist spots. Along the way, we stop for a delicious traditional snack at a family-run shop with a history that stretches back over a thousand years. Later, we ride through a quiet temple complex to visit one of my favourite rock gardens in the area. Afterwards, we take our time riding through calm backstreets as we make our way back to the starting point. The tour covers approximately 14 km and lasts around 3 hours and 45 minutes. It’s designed to be a perfect balance of riding and walking, offering a truly unique journey through parts of the city rarely seen by visitors.

Stop 1
Kinkakuji Temple
Daitoku-ji Temple
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Zuihoin

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please use google maps and search NORU KYOTO BIKE TOURS

Look for our green TripAdvisor flag outside the Cycle Village bike shop

End point

Please use google maps and search NORU KYOTO BIKE TOURS

Look for our green TripAdvisor flag outside the Cycle Village bike shop

Using your ticket

Must arrive 15 minutes prior to departure
No-shows or missed tours due to lateness are nonrefundable

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.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 13 years
No-shows or missed bookings for any reason are nonrefundable/non amendable/non transferable
Must arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. We depart at 8:30, 9, 12:30, 1pm. If you are late and miss the tour you will not be refunded.
Guests who choose not to participate/cannot ride a bicycle will not get refunded
Tours cannot be changed to different departure times less than 24 hours before departure.