Full Day Biking Tour Exploring the Best of Kyoto
Overview
For those short on time and high on energy, join us for a one day all-you-can-Kyoto bike tour!
Experience the tranquility of one of world's largest wooden buildings, learn about the history of Kyoto at the Imperial Palace Park, reflect on life at the stunning Golden Pavilion, enjoy a traditional sit-down lunch, capture the essence of Kyoto in the Gion geisha district and discover the majesty of the mighty Fushimi Shrine.
Our shop is a 2 minute walk from Kyoto central station, our groups are small, our bikes are top quality 'Giant' hybrids, and our guides are relaxed, bilingual, experienced and safe!
Sit back and let Cycle Kyoto show you around town!
* Must be 13+ to participate as a rider
What's Included
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- High Quality 'Cannondale' Bike
- Helmet
- Use of bicycle
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
7 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō
Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Cycle Kyoto
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nishi Honganji
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Kinkakuji Temple
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Kyoto Imperial Palace (pass by)
Gion
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tofuku-ji Temple
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Riders must be at least 13 years old and be comfortable riding a bike
- Dietary requirements need to be known ahead of time. Please let us know
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-90162P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (JST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch.
- Bottled water.
- High Quality 'Cannondale' Bike.
- Helmet.
- Use of bicycle.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 13..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Full Day Biking Tour Exploring the Best of Kyoto is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full Day Biking Tour Exploring the Best of Kyoto will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- High Quality 'Cannondale' Bike
- Helmet
- Use of bicycle
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Riders must be at least 13 years old and be comfortable riding a bike
- Dietary requirements need to be known ahead of time. Please let us know
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
