Activity Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

4.9 (219 reviews) 30 min – 3 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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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At a glance

Duration: 30 min – 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Japanese, English
Operated by: Ebisuya

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Rickshaw ride
Included: Local English-speaking guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

Itinerary

Ebisuya, Kyoto Higashiyama

Passing by

tour operator for Higashiyama area
Yasaka Pagoda

Passing by

landmark of Higashiyama
Miyagawacho Kaburenjo

Passing by

Geisha district and traditional wooden town houses
Tatsumi Bridge

Passing by

small bridge in traditional district
Shoren-in Temple (Shoren-in Monzeki)

Passing by

beautiful temple with garden
Chion-in Temple

Passing by

impressive temple
Yasaka Shrine

Passing by

large shrine in Gion area. worth a visit during new years, before or after the rickshaw tour!
Nene-no-Michi

Passing by

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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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)

End 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)

Using your ticket

To contact your local tour provider, please call (+81) 75-864-2344
This tour can be customized depending on your interests. Please consult with the local tour operator for any special requests prior to your travel date

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.

Good to know

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.