Explore Heritage and Landmarks of Kyoto with E-Bike Ride

4.9 (7 reviews) Kyoto, Japan
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Group sizeUp to 4 travelers

Overview

Discover Kyoto’s iconic sights efficiently on a half-day tour using an electric bike.

This tour covers the best of the Higashiyama area from the imposing Sanmon Gate of Chion-in to the UNESCO-listed Kiyomizu-dera, the charming stone paths of Ninenzaka, and the serene beauty of Nanzen-ji and Ginkaku-ji.
Your guide will share the history and culture behind each location, making the experience rich and engaging.

We also include time for photos at scenic spots and opportunities to explore on foot, making the tour ideal for beginners, couples, friends, and families.

・Enjoy a refreshing e-bike ride through Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, visiting must-see spots such as Kiyomizu-dera, Yasaka Shrine, and Ginkaku-ji

・Stroll the atmospheric stone-paved lanes of Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka (includes 40 minutes for visiting Kiyomizu-dera)

・Access charming narrow lanes and photogenic hidden spots unreachable by car

・Beginner friendly: includes riding instruction and safety guidance

What's included

  • Entrance fee for Kiyomizu-dera and Ginkaku-ji
  • Electric bicycle
  • Meals
  • Drinks

What to expect

  1. Chion-in Temple
    5m
    Photo stop in front of the grand Sanmon Gate, the main temple of the Jōdo sect.
  2. Maruyama Park
    Pass by
    Ride through Kyoto’s oldest park, landscaped in the Meiji era.
  3. Nene-no-Michi
    Pass by
    Park your bike and explore the picturesque stone-paved lanes around Kōdai-ji, associated with Nene, wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
  4. Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
    Pass by
    Walk through an old Kyoto streetscape lined with traditional townhouses, leading toward Kiyomizu-dera.
  5. Kiyomizu-dera Temple
    40m · Admission ticket included
    Founded in 778, this UNESCO World Heritage site is famed for its massive wooden stage built without nails and its panoramic views over Kyoto.
  6. Yasaka Shrine
    5m
    A historic shrine with over 1,000 years of history, renowned for its association with the Gion Festival.
  7. Lake Biwa Canal
    Pass by
    Ride along the waterway engineered in the Meiji era that supported Kyoto’s modernisation.
  8. Heian Shrine
    Pass by
    A striking vermilion Torii gate, one of Kyoto’s symbolic landmarks.
  9. 30m · Admission ticket included
    A masterpiece of Higashiyama culture created by Ashikaga Yoshimasa, offering refined wabi-sabi aesthetics and peaceful grounds.
  10. The philosophers path
    Pass by
    A scenic walkway connecting Ginkaku-ji and Nanzen-ji, named after philosopher Nishida Kitarō, who loved to stroll here.
  11. Otoyo Shrine
    Pass by
    (Depending on the situation at the time)
  12. Honen-in
    Pass by
    (Depending on the situation at the time)
  13. Nanzen-ji Temple
    10m
    One of Japan’s most prestigious Zen temples. The red-brick aqueduct, harmonizing with the temple grounds, is a popular photo spot.

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Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

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