South Kyoto Backstreet Bike Tour: Explore Fushimi Inari Shrine and More

Embark on a captivating bike tour through the enchanting backstreets of south Kyoto. Discover the awe-inspiring Fushimi Inari Shrine and other hidden gems while cycling along peaceful routes.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cycle Kyoto - Start at our shop, meet your guide and other travellers, get your bike fitted and get ready for the day!
  • Nishi Honganji - Enter one of the least visited religious sites in the city and one of the largest wooden buildings in the entire world!
  • Takasegawa - Follow the serene Takase Canal on two wheels, learn about its place…
What's Included
  • Use of high-quality ‘Giant’ hybrid bicycle
  • Included helmet for safety
  • Complimentary bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Must be 13+ to participate as a rider
Join Cycle Kyoto for a morning bike tour around south Kyoto’s most beautiful locations. Stay safe riding on quiet backstreets, explore the mighty Fushimi Inari Shrine as well as a host of specially selected locations.
Starts with a visit to the temples of central Kyoto before following the Takase Canal and Kamo…

Location
Cycle Kyoto
Please make sure to arrive 15 minutes before the start time. Walk down the alley and you will see us!
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Ericnf8621tx
Mar 12, 2025
Good time - It's a great quick ride to multiple temples, shrine and other spots! Mayco was my guide and is great! She provided a lot of interesting information throughout the trip
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Moniqueo620
Mar 8, 2025
South Kyoto Bike tour - So much fun! - This tour was so insightful and fun. We got to go to so many different places and learn a lot about the history and the culture! The bike ride itself was very flat and easy with only 2 ish hills. I highly recommend this tour. Out tour guide was the best!
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Louisz509
Feb 18, 2025
Fantastic...not to be missed! - Fantastic! What a wonderful way to see Kyoto and its many neighborhoods, temples, shrines, etc. Jay was extremely knowledgeable, insightful, and entertaining. The trip with Cycle Kyoto was the highlight of our stay in Japan. Highly recommended...the most enjoyable way to see the city. We were told about Cycle Kyoto by friends that had been in Kyoto three weeks earlier who raved about the experience...they were absolutely right in recommending Jay and his team. Many thanks!!
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Liz_p
Jan 11, 2025
Learn and enjoy the fresh air on a bike in Kyoto. - A great way to see the more hidden gems around Kyoto. Jaime gave amazing insight into the Japanese culture while he explained the history of all of the sights we visited. He also went above and beyond giving us recommendations for lunch in town. We highly recommend as a chance to sightsee in the fresh air.
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Happiness749603
Jan 11, 2025
South Kyōto tour - Jamie was a very informative and entertaining guide. Tour was a perfect and efficient way to see the main sites of Kyoto.
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Nicklefevre
Jan 11, 2025
Awesome tour! - Paul was an amazing guide and shared his extensive knowledge with us throughout the tour. Kyoto is an amazing place to explore on a bike. Thanks Paul!
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Gabrielle
Jan 7, 2025
Great bike tour of south Kyoto - My family of 5 had a wonderful morning bike tour with Jay- he was knowledgeable, fun and accommodating. We would definitely recommend this tour
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Anneke_f
Jan 6, 2025
Top tour with excellent guide - Excellent tour! We definitely got a good feeling about Kyoto and visited some great spots. Our tour guide Jay was great! Told us a lot about the Japanese culture and insides at the stops. Very friendly with a good laugh.
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Robertf5011
Jan 6, 2025
Top tour with excellent guide - Excellent tour! We definitely got a good feeling about Kyoto and visited some great spots. Our tour guide Jay was great! Told us a lot about the Japanse culture and insides at the stops. Very friendly with a good laugh.
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Niki_s
Feb 14, 2025
Great locations! Just wish there was more time for photos - This was a great way to see several of the important sites in Kyoto. Much easier than the walking tour, especially with the e-bike upgrade I took. My guide was great. But I did feel like some of it was rushed and I had to stop without him to take pictures and soak up the atmosphere, especially in Gion.
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