Cycle Kyoto's Hidden Gems & Gion Stroll Discount Tickets

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Overview

This is the best way to enjoy Kyoto's hi-light with a bike view, avoiding the crowd. We are a team of local Japanese guides based in Kyoto who have a deep love for this city and take great delight in showcasing its stunning views and attractions to foreign guests. We ride a bike on every single street in Kyoto Since we have been living or commuting in Kyoto for years. Bike touring is our lifework. 20 Mar - 10 Apr: the BEST for Sakura. Apr-Jun is a nice season with the weather and fresh green. Kyoto is a very flat city and not big. We'll take you to many beautiful spots, temples, shrines, riverside roads, universities, hidden local gems, etc in Kyoto's northeast cultural area through an uncrowded scenic route. The bike is very well-maintained and comfortable. After the bike, you can enjoy a night walk in Gion's scenic cultural area too.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

#Location Kneeling man statue at the SouthEast corner of Sanjo Ohashi intersection. When coming by subway, it's quicker to exit to the surface first and then look for the place. Google Map https://maps.app.goo.gl/mRpprzv5L16yngoV7

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Kamogawa River
1: Bike Part Lovely 3-5 speed gear bike take you to hi-light of less touristic deep spots Kyoto, very efficiently, feeling the wind and the air of Kyoto like a living people. Begin with peaceful Riverside cycling road, feeling nature and open sky. Dropping hidden shrine and try pure natural spring water. We’ll go through the huge Imperial Palace and famous Zen-temple. Through some university campuses and peaceful residential areas, We’ll go to Shimo-gamo Shrine(UNESCO World Heritage) and enjoy its primitive forest and beautiful buildings. Next, We’ll go down to unique river junction point, then go along the lighted up scenic and refreshing riverside to back.
Duration: 180 mins
2. Gion
2: Gion Walk Part After Bike returns, we’ll start strolling the beautiful entertainment area of Gion. We'll explain the unique culture and system of Gion and Maiko (My research theme in the university was this). If you are lucky, you may see beautiful Geisha. This relaxing night walk wraps up the day.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Pontocho District
3 Dinner or Lunch recommendation In the walking part, We will introduce many good restaurants and bars according to your requests in the ​authentic foodie area.
4. Sanjo Bridge
We provide Japanese sweet snacks​ and Japanese tea at the traditional snack shop.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Tea and coffee

Any entrance fee of temple or shrine, which you go as alternative plan in raining day.

Snacks

Bicycle use

Exclusion

Child seat and helmet : 12 month old to 6 y.o. (5000 JPY)

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Guests are required to be able to ride a bike.

Supplied by Japan Exploration Tours JIN-仁

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