Pedal Adventure Kyoto's iconic landmarks on an e-bike tour
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Kyoto, Japan
- 4 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Make the most of limited time in Kyoto and speed up your sightseeing with this guided e-bike adventure. Rather than walking around the city, a guide takes you on a scenic adventure that visits hidden backstreets, temples such as Tofuku-j Temple, and the magnificent Fushi Inari-taisha Shrine. Along the way, as well as hearing about Japanese history and culture, you can learn about Buddhism, Shintoism, and samurai warriors.
- Pedal past lots of top landmarks on this e-bike tour
- No need to source an e-bike: Equipment rental is included
- Keep energy levels high: Snacks and bottled water are included
- Small group size makes it easy to follow the guide
What's Included
- Use of bicycle
- Helmet
- Bottled waterWater
- Snacks
- English-speaking route coordinator
- Gratuities
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 19 Shōgoin Higashimachi, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-8325, Japan
Your guide will wait at the bike shop for you.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Gion
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Higashiyama Ward
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Tōfuku-ji Temple
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Minimum age is 12 years old and bikes are suitable for riders that are over 145cm tall.
- Please arrive a minimum of 10 minutes before the start time. Guests that arrive late and miss the tour can not be refunded.
- Guests that can not ride a bike can not be refunded.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
5.0
based on 268 reviews
Anne_K, Jun 2026
Our family of 4 ( two teenage boys) had an amazing time cycling through Kyoto with Maki who gave us an insider’s view of Kyoto. Maki provided us with an excellent introduction to Kyoto and its rich history. Thank you. - Anne
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Anne. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this great 5 star review! I’m so glad your family enjoyed the tour and I hope to see all back in Kyoto again!
Don_W, Jun 2026
Maki has designed a very thoughtful tour. Excellent sights and insight at each one. We learned so much and had fun! Maki made sure we traveled safely. Equipment was well maintained.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for leaving this wonderful review! I’m so happy that you enjoyed the tour and had fun on the e-bikes! Really hope to show you around Kyoto again someday!
Charles_s, Jun 2026
Great way to see lots of temples and shrines and learn a little bit about the Japanese religions and culture with a knowledge and passionate guide who speaks great English and is very friendly.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Charles.
Thank you so much for wonderful review! I’m so glad that you enjoyed the tour and got to learn about Japan and the culture in a fun way! Thank you so much for joining the tour and I hope to see you in Kyoto again!
Cortney_V, May 2026
This was an amazing activity. Love that it’s a woman owned business. Maki, the owner and guide, was so kind and incredibly informative. Loved all the history that she shared with us about the shrines and temples that we visited. Also loved biking through back alleys and smaller streets through out the city. My 21 year old said it was one of her favorite activities during our 12 day trip.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Cortney.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review. It’s great to hear that the tour was one of your daughter’s highlights of her time in Japan! It was a pleasure showing you the backstreets of Kyoto and sharing with you the history of this amazing city! I hope to see you both in Kyoto again!
sherri_s, May 2026
Maki was wonderful! She was very informative and took us to many wonderful shrines. We enjoyed the ride along the river and through the small streets of Kyoto!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Sherri. What a great review! I’m so glad you enjoyed getting to explore Kyoto and liked the route through the backstreets and along the river! Hope to see you again!
Craig_H, May 2026
Great guide, great bikes and a great experience! Would highly recommend. The 4hrs on the bike was the perfect length.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Craig. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a great review! I’m so happy that you enjoyed the tour and enjoyed seeing Kyoto on e-bikes! Hope to see you again in Kyoto!
Michele_M, May 2026
Best bike tour we’ve ever taken. Maki is such a joy. She loves her work and knows her stuff. She knew so much history and shared it in a fun and heartwarming way. I cannot recommend this enough. 10/10
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Michele. Wow what a great review! I’m so happy to hear this was the best bike tour you’ve ever taken! That means so much to me. It was a pleasure to show you around Kyoto and share some of the history and stories of this amazing city! Thank you for the fantastic review and hope our paths cross again someday!
Sophie_C, Apr 2026
We had such a fun morning on Mika’s cycle tour of Kyoto. Mika has a great energy, is knowledgeable, and shared lots of fun fascinating stories. She took us to wonderful temples and shrines and Knew exactly how to navigate the Fushimi Inari Taisha on such a busy day at the start of Golden week. It was brilliant, we learnt a lot and definitely recommend you to go! The e-bikes are great too!
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Sophie. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this great review! It was a pleasure showing you around Kyoto and I’m so happy that you had a fun time! Really hope to show you around Kyoto on e-bikes again soon!
Mikael_K, Apr 2026
We had a truly wonderful experience on this guided cycling tour in Kyoto. Our guide was outstanding—extremely knowledgeable and engaging, bringing each location to life with vivid stories about Japanese culture and traditions. Their English was clear and easy to understand, which made the experience even more enjoyable and accessible.
The e-bikes were brand new and worked perfectly, making the ride smooth and comfortable throughout. The route itself was beautiful, peaceful, and felt very safe at all times.
All in all, a fantastic and memorable way to explore Kyoto. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Mikael. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a great review! I’m so happy that you enjoyed seeing beautiful Kyoto on the e bikes! Hope to see you again in Kyoto soon!
Brian_Y, Apr 2026
Excellent experience with Maki-San guiding the way. The bikes were comfortable and easy to operate. The tour offered many different sites around Kyoto. 10/10. Would highly recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear Brian San. Thank you so much for the lovely review! It was a pleasure showing you around Kyoto and hope to see you again!
Anneliese_D, Apr 2026
A must do activity with Maki as the tour guide, you will have a fun and insightful tour. You see so much on this tour that you will not see otherwise.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for leaving this great review! I’m so happy that you enjoyed the tour and got to see parts of the city you wouldn’t have seen otherwise! Hope to show you around Kyoto again!
Anh_C, Apr 2026
Mika was fun and knowledgeable! The bikes were well maintained and we all felt very safe throughout the tour. Everyone had a great time!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for leaving a 5 star review! I’m so happy that you felt safe and had a great time exploring Kyoto on the e-bikes!
Lani_H, Apr 2026
Maki is the absolute best!! This has been the best adventure planned on our trip. We annoyed all of Maki’s knowledge and sense of humor during our tour. This tour is worth every single penny!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Yay! What a fantastic review and I’m so happy that the tour was the best adventure on your trip! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and hope to see you again in Kyoto again!
Jason_H, Apr 2026
Maki was a great tour guide. Fun, knowledgeable and told us a lot about the culture. I’d definitely recommend her tour if you visit Kyoto.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Jason!
So glad to hear that you enjoyed learning about Japan’s amazing culture and would recommend the tour! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review!
Michael_K, Apr 2026
Such a lovely way of seeing Kyoto! Maki took as through the beautiful streets of Kyoto, stopping at a couple of shrines and temples, including Fushimi Inari Taisha.
Thank you Maki. Your tour was terrific!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Michael thank you for the great review! Great to hear you enjoyed seeing Kyoto like a local and enjoyed the tour! I really hope to see you again in Kyoto soon!
Shawn_H, Apr 2026
Maki was an amazing tour guide. She was fun and engaging with just the right balance of information and riding. I have been on bicycle tours across the globe and this one was one of the better ones. Great way to see around Kyoto!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Wow what a lovely review! I’m so glad to hear that this is one of the best cycle tours you’ve done! I’m so glad you had a great time!
Francesca_B, Apr 2026
Maki was amazing! Super knowledgeable, friendly, and fun. We had the best time and walked away with a better understanding of Kyoto’s history and traditions. We saw so much of the city too, and it was great having Maki to explain the context and meaning behind various shrines and temples we visited.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! So happy you had such a great time exploring Kyoto! Hope to welcome you back again!
Kelsey_G, Apr 2026
Maki was so great! She put together a very thoughtful tour and was really great about guiding us around the crowds to take good pictures. We had a rainy day and she navigated well so we were still informed but weren’t standing in the rain. She was super informative and so sweet, we learned a ton about Japanese culture and history. We also covered a ton of ground in the city and saw a lot of sights, and the back street riding allowed us to get a feel for Kyoto daily living. We highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Kelsey!
Thanks so much for the kind words! It was a pleasure showing you around Kyoto! Bikes really are the best way to get a feel for this city! Hope to see you again!
Emily_K, Apr 2026
I only had a couple days in Kyoto and this was the perfect tour to be able to see and learn a lot in a short time. The host was amazing - very kind and knowledgeable. The bikes were really nice and easy to use. Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Emily!
Thank you for the great review! I’m so happy that you enjoyed the tour and enjoyed exploring Kyoto on the e-bikes! Hope to see you again in Kyoto!
Gustavo_F, Apr 2026
The most beautiful of the Japanese history and traditional places in Kyoto plus a good bike trip; Maki you are the best
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thanks so much for the great review! I hope to see you again in Kyoto again!
Erin_T, Mar 2026
Had a wonderful morning with Maki learning all about Japanese culture. Maki made it very fun and interesting and would not hesitate in recommending her as a guide!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Erin thank you so much for the kind review! So glad you enjoyed the tour! Hope to show you around Kyoto again!
Devin_K, Nov 2025
This trip was so amazing, Mika was our tour guide and she was so kind and thoughtful and amazing !!!!
Joann_L, Nov 2025
The Kyoto bike tour was exceptional! We rode on big streets, small side streets, and scenic bike paths on comfortable e-assist bikes that were equipped with baskets (handy for backpacks or jackets). Maki was fun and personable, and we covered a lot of ground without feeling rushed. She shared a lot about Japanese culture and the areas that we visited. I’ve done bike tours in different cities/countries, and this was my favorite; just a nice mix of scenic riding, visiting sites, and interesting conversation. Also, a big plus supporting a woman-owned and operated small business!
Maria_B, Nov 2025
An unforgettable experience with Maki! Maki is an exceptional guide—knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and attentive to every detail. She made sure our group felt safe and had a fantastic time throughout the tour. The bikes were very comfortable, and the 4-hour duration was just right. We especially appreciated the fascinating insights into Japanese history, culture, and customs. If you're considering this tour, don’t hesitate—you won’t regret it!
Jennifer_C, Nov 2025
Maki is a wonderful tour guide! She knows so much and has amazing energy. She was very thoughtful about pacing the day - trying to keep us dry as possible during on and off again rain! Definitely saw and learned more than I expected, and she’s really a delight. Bikes were easy and comfy. Most highly recommended!
Joellen_R, Nov 2025
Highly recommend this tour. Great locations that was a mix of a couple popular sites and ones that we would’ve definitely missed if it hadn’t been in this tour. Our tour guide Maki made our whole experience unforgettable and was the best host we could’ve asked for our group.
peter_k, Nov 2025
Take this tour if you want to experience the rich history of Kyoto. Our guide Mika grew up in Kyoto and was able to share both her personal experiences as well as communicate in perfect English the incredible history of this region. An ebike is a great way to get around this city and see the many sights it has to offer.
Meghan_G, Oct 2025
Had a fantastic time with Maki! Self made business with excellent knowledge of the area taking us throughout Kyoto. Definately one of the highlights for our trip, it was a gorgeous day as well!
Kay_R, Oct 2025
Maki, the owner and guide led us on good quality bikes around some great sites. She was informative and added a lot by telling us about her own personal experiences. We cycled along quiet back streets and by the river, very rarely coming across much traffic so we felt very safe despite being in a bustling city. She took lots of photos for us using her knowledge to find good photo spots. She was very generous with her time. A lovely morning!
Maggie_H, Sep 2025
Great bicycle tour. I highly recommend it. Maki, our guide, shared lots of interesting history, customs, and culture about Japan. We went to off the beaten path places and rode in areas that tourists wouldn't go, like along a river and down narrow alleys. Excellent value, too!
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