Kyoto Rickshaw Tour - Extravacantza.com

Duration30m - 3h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesJapanese, English

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

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.

Options

HIGASHIYAMA: 90min

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 180min

Duration: 3 hours
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 150min

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 30min

Duration: 30 minutes
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 120min

Duration: 2 hours
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 45min

Duration: 45 minutes
Higashiyama

HIGASHIYAMA: 70min

Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Higashiyama

What's included

Rickshaw ride
Local English-speaking guide

Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

What to expect

Ebisuya, Kyoto Higashiyama
Pass by

tour operator for Higashiyama area
Yasaka Pagoda
Pass by

landmark of Higashiyama
Miyagawacho Kaburenjo
Pass by

Geisha district and traditional wooden town houses
Tatsumi Bridge
Pass by

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

beautiful temple with garden
Chion-in Temple
Pass by

impressive temple
Yasaka Shrine
Pass by

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

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

Meeting and pickup

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)

Additional information

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.

Cancellation policy

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

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