Enjoy a day off in the ultimate tranquility of the countryside as you take a leisurely cycle along the serene shores of Lake Biwa, the largest in Japan. Using electric bikes that provide an effortless, refreshing ride, this course follows beautiful lakeside roads up to stunning scenes of stepped rice terraces. This is a slow-paced, off-the-beaten-path tour in the countryside, showing a different side of Japan. Visit local shrines and wander along village streets free of the tourist crowds. Have a delightful lunch in the traditional home of a local farming couple. Instructed by the lady of the house, indulge yourself in preparing a delicious lunch (a vegetarian menu is also available) using the freshest local ingredients. We hope you will join us on this tour and its feast of discoveries!
Electric Bike Tour of Lake Biwa from Kyoto
- Use of electric bicycle and helmet
- Farm to table lunch cooking lesson
- English-speaking local tour conductor
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Entry/Admission - Lake Biwa
- Entry/Admission - Otsu
- Gratuities
- JR Kyoto Station Pickup Charge
- Round trip train fare between JR Kyoto and JR Shiga
- Entry/Admission - Kyoto
- Duration: 4h 30m
- Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
Participants must be 60 inches (152cm) or taller
You still need to balance yourself when riding an electric powered bicycle
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please inform us of the name of the hotel where you are staying and/or your cell phone number in case we need to contact you
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
A maximum of 6 people per 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
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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Which company provides Electric Bike Tour of Lake Biwa from Kyoto?
Electric Bike Tour of Lake Biwa from Kyoto is hosted by Tour du Lac Biwa. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.
What is the Electric Bike Tour of Lake Biwa from Kyoto cancellation policy?
Electric Bike Tour of Lake Biwa from Kyoto cancellation policy: If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee. If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
How much is Electric Bike Tour of Lake Biwa from Kyoto?
Electric Bike Tour of Lake Biwa from Kyoto price starts from $156.62.
What time does Electric Bike Tour of Lake Biwa from Kyoto start?
Electric Bike Tour of Lake Biwa from Kyoto will start at 10:00 AM.
Spend quality time with your family, friends or a special person at the tranquil lakeside which is a hidden gem away from all the main tourist's hot spots of Japan. On our tour, you can experience quality Japanese traditional life as well as cooking experience using plentiful fresh local vegetables and rice through heart-warming communication with our friendly local host families. We offer programs where you can enjoy the beautiful scenes of Lake Biwa or terraced rice fields either by bicycles or by foot at your own pace. Other programs are offered where one can learn about traditional local culture and art. All the tours are either private or as part of a small group attended by a guide to ensure the quality of your tour. Discover and participate in the traditions of Shiga life in un-crowded, natural surroundings. We believe that our tours offer a real heart to heart cross-cultural experience, which will remain as one of the highlights of your trip to Japan.
- Duration: 4.5 hours
