Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc)

Description

Let’s ride on a bike to explore Higashiyama, the most popular area among Kyoto, where many famous temples and shrines concentrated in.

This area is well-known about its jam-up, since thousands of tourists visit at all times of the year. Resulted in overcrowded buses and even if you are luckily get in, the bus may not move forward.

There are so many bus services provided by several companies which makes you confused. Yet people surround you maybe also tourists like you who know little about the area.

Let’s not waste your time reading maps, waiting for buses, and traffic jams.

After we leave Kyoto station, we will guide you several places: Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Tetsugaku-no-michi Street (the philosophers' path), Eikando, and Nanzenji temple. We continue pedaling to Gion area then the most busiest area of Kyoto, Sanjyo and Shijyo-kawaramachi.

You can either drop the bike at the place where the tour ends or keep pedaling until Kyoto station.

Included / Excluded
  • English speaking tour leader
  • All transportations during the tour (from Gion area to Kyoto station after the tour is not included)
  • Hybrid bike with 7 speeds: VTC, with electric assistance, helmet (+300) with extra charge
  • theft and accident insurance for the bike
  • Admission fees to the temples
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Shimogamo Jinja
  • Entry/Admission - Nanzen-ji Temple
  • The travel insurance
  • The personal expenses
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned
  • Transportations,visits and activities not mentioned
  • Transfer from your hotel to the tour starting point and from the tour ending point to the hotel
  • Gratuities (Voluntary)
  • Entry/Admission - Ginkakuji Temple
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 8h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Additional Information

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
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

FAQ

What is the Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc) cancellation policy?

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Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc) cancellation policy: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Which attractions will I visit with Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc)?

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During this experience, places you will visit include:

How much is Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc)?

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Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc) price starts from $315.22.

What time does Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc) start?

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Cycling at Kyoto Higashiyama (Shimogamo jinja, Ginkakuji temple, Gion, etc) will start at 9:00 AM.

Operated by:

Peak Experience Japan

About operator:

Realize your peak experience! We're a travel agency specialized in Japan. Enjoy small group tours accompanied by English/French + Japanese speaking tour leader, taking local trains and buses!

Basic Information
  • Duration: 8 hours
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