Arashiyama E-Bike Tour: Bamboo Grove Adventure

Embark on an incredible 25km E-bike tour through Kyoto’s Bamboo Forest and Arashiyama District. Explore stunning temples and immerse yourself in the city’s rich history and culture.

Duration: 4 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple - This peaceful temple is located away from the crowds, where visitors can admire its extensive collection of small Buddhist statues and discover a few amusing surprises.
  • Toujiin Temple - Visitors can stroll through this magnificent moss-covered temple and enjoy its tranquil and contemplative atmosphere.
  • **The…
What's Included
  • Bicycle use
  • Helmet
  • Temple Fees
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
Additional Information

Join us for an extraordinary 25km E-bike trip that predominantly targets the renowned Arashiyama Bamboo Grove region, but also devotes time to astonishing temple landscapes lying off the beaten path.
Mount onto our brand-new Panasonic E-bikes and traverse large sections seamlessly as we cycle casually through a mix of city and country scenes. We’ll…

Location
NORU Kyoto Bike Tours
Please use google maps and search NORU KYOTO BIKE TOURS Look for our green TripAdvisor flag outside the Cycle Village bike shop
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Dai_d
Jul 9, 2025
Fabulous cycle tour - We had a fabulous time. Michael, the tour guide, not only knew his history perfectly, but had the ability to share his knowledge in an interesting and informative way. He was passionate about the cycling and the history. He made it a perfect day. Thanks
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Superted19
Jul 8, 2025
Fun! - This tour was one of the highlights of our time in Kyoto. We were able to cover a lot of ground at leisurely pace, thanks to the eBikes. We visited two temples (Otago Nenbutsu-ji is certainly unique among the many temples on offer in Kyoto) and a bamboo grove, followed by a surprise stop for ice cream. Michael was an awesome guide, sharing information and looking after our group. Cannot recommend this too highly!
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Hakunayelnam
Jun 16, 2025
Great Fun - We have been on EBike trips in roughly five different countries, and this was our favorite! Not only was it beautiful, but the guide (Henry) made it a really
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Kathryn_k
Jun 12, 2025
Great Bike Adventure with Sean - We had a wonderful time on the tour with Sean. He knows Kyoto inside and out and loved sharing his knowledge. The tour was fantastic and we saw more of Kyoto in the four hours of the tour than we ever would have on our own. The electric bikes were are in top shape and offered a much needed boost on the occasional steep incline. We took a lot of back roads enabling us to see an intimate part of this beautiful city. Although one should be familiar with biking, the tour is quite manageable for every biking level. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!
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Companion51594862322
May 13, 2025
Brilliant e-bike tour - Sean was a super guide, knew a lot about all the shrines and temples. The places we visited were great chosen and impressive. All around great tour
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S2705qhclaudiat
May 1, 2025
Awwsome😀 - It was great and Henry a really fun guide with an extensive knowledge of Japanese history and culture. Thank you again🙏
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Passenger637520
Apr 30, 2025
Amazing Arashiyama Bamboo Forest E-Biking Tour – A Must-Do in Kyoto! - We had an unforgettable experience on the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest E-Biking Tour, and our guide, Michael, made it truly exceptional. From start to finish, he was incredibly knowledgeable, providing rich historical context for every stop we made. His storytelling brought the culture and history of the area to life, making the tour both educational and deeply engaging. One of the highlights was how thoughtfully Michael captured stunning photos of us in the bamboo forest—he somehow made it look like we were the only two people there! He was also very attentive to our biking pace and safety, which helped us feel completely at ease and well taken care of throughout the journey. To top it all off, the tour ended at a charming little ice cream shop nestled in gorgeous surroundings—a sweet and scenic treat that was the perfect conclusion to a fantastic day. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Kyoto. It’s the perfect mix of nature, culture, and personalized care. Thank you, Michael!
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Linda11jr
Apr 28, 2025
Kyoto Bike Adventure - We had a fantastic time on this tour. We visited three great locations and enjoyed riding through the back streets of Kyoto. Michael was an excellent guide, very helpful and informative. We highly recommend this tour.
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C3400edjanices
Apr 27, 2025
Amazing e-bike tour! - Great bike tour! If you want a less crowded e-bike tour this is it. Went through some great neighborhoods, saw some amazing Temples and Shrines that were way less crowded and just as spectacular . We had Yuta and he was so good explaining everything and went above and beyond to do some extra bonuses for us. The whole family loved it!
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F8312kpjenniferf
Apr 24, 2025
Yuta was amazing! - Yuta was our tour guide and he was nothing short of amazing. He had so much knowledge about each stop on our tour and we made far more incredible stops than originally expected. The ride to Arashiyama through the mountain town is absolutely breathtaking. You will see so much more than just the bamboo forest. I can't recommend this tour enough, I hope you end up with Yuta as your guide!
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up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).