English-speaking guide
Snacks
Bicycle rental (standard non-electric B-type with 3 gear shifts)
Hotel pick up and drop off
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Participants must be aged 12+ to participate in this activity
Children aged 12+ will be charged the same rate as adults
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled meeting time. The tour guides will wait a maximum of 10 minutes before proceeding to the next stop
If you are heading to the meeting point, please note that heavy morning traffic is expected, which may significantly differ from the travel time stated in navigation apps (e.g., Google Maps, Waze, etc.). Please consider leaving with enough time to reach the meeting point
Visitors are expected to dress modestly and respectfully when visiting the palace grounds, which entails avoiding clothing that is too revealing or casual, such as shorts or tank tops
The activity is not recommended: heart disease / other serious medical conditions / pregnant women / PWDs (persons with disabilities)
Experience Kyoto like a local on a relaxing Mamachari bike tour. Pedal through mostly flat paths, starting in Gion, the historic geisha district, and visit the serene Nanzenji Temple. Ride along the picturesque Philosopher’s Path to Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion) and explore its peaceful gardens.
Continue to Shimogamo Shrine, nestled in quiet, wooded grounds, before ending at the expansive Kyoto Imperial Palace. Along the way, your guide shares stories of Kyoto’s rich history and culture, making this an enjoyable, scenic adventure.