--- title: Bike Tour Exploring North Kyoto plus Lunch lang: en type: tour city: Kyoto country: Japan price: 93 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.92 reviews: 1129 duration_minutes: 300 duration_max_minutes: 360 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 10 of 11 (Bike & E-Bike Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/japan/kyoto/tours/bike-tour-exploring-north-kyoto-plus-lunch/ --- # Bike Tour Exploring North Kyoto plus Lunch **Guidekin's take:** Cycle North Kyoto's backstreets, riverside paths and shopping arcades, stopping at shrines and temples. A bike, lunch, water and guidance are included; riders must be at least thirteen, comfortable cycling and moderately fit. 4.92 from 1129 reviews at €93 per person for 5h–6h. In our comparison: #10 of 11 in Bike & E-Bike Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Combine the fun and freedom of cycling with the discovery of a new city as we explore Kyoto's best known site alongside some of our own favourite secrets! Navigate the backstreets with a friendly, bilingual and experienced guide, explore local shrines and grand temples, quaint shopping arcades and riverside paths while learning about the sites you visit in a light, interesting and fun way. Cycle on high quality 'Trek' and 'Giant' hybrid bikes, sample an authentic and delicious lunch and enjoy the unique atmosphere of Japan's ancient capital. * Must be 13+ to participate as a rider ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please make sure to arrive 15 minutes… - Starts 10:00: one departure a day - Food included: see what is included - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €93 per person - Duration: 5h–6h - Rating: 4.92/5 from 1129 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Cycle Kyoto - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 10:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.92 from 1129 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 1116 of 1129. - 5 stars: 1061 (94%) - 4 stars: 55 (5%) - 3 stars: 9 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 3 (0%) ## What's included - Bottled water - Lunch - Guidance - High Quality 'Cannondale' Bike ## Not included - Extra Drinks - Optional Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Cycle Kyoto** (15m) - Start at our shop, meet your guide and other travellers, get your bike fitted and get ready for the day! 2. **Nishi Honganji** (15m) - Enter one of the least visited religious sites in the city and one of the largest wooden buildings in the entire world! 3. **Kitano Tenmangu Shrine** (20m) - Join local shrine goers at Kitano Tenmangu, discover this shrine's fascinating past and enjoy the tranquil mood. 4. **Kinkakuji Temple** (30m; admission included) - Discover one of the most visited attractions in the whole of Japan at the world famous Golden Pavilion. Enjoy an interesting commentary, grab an ice cream and relax! 5. **Kyoto Imperial Palace** (pass by, no stop) - Ride through the grounds of the former seat of Japan's imperial family, learn about its past and enjoy! 6. **Gion** (10m) - Stop off in Kyoto's famous geisha district, discover the secrets of this hidden world and maybe even catch a glimpse of one these entertainers hidden away! ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Please make sure to arrive 15 minutes before the start time. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - 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 - 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 ## Compared with other Bike & E-Bike Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #10 of 11** | €93 | 5h–6h | 4.92 (1129) | shared | | [Bike Kyoto's Grand Loop: Full-Day Kyoto Bike Tour (E-bike option)](/japan/kyoto/tours/bike-kyoto-s-grand-loop-full-day-kyoto-bike-tour-e-bike-option/?format=md) | €146 | 7h | 4.98 (590) | shared | | [Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour](/japan/kyoto/tours/hidden-kyoto-e-biking-tour/?format=md) | €101 | 3h 45m | 4.96 (2149) | shared | | [Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Family Bike Tour ( Infants & Kids )](/japan/kyoto/tours/arashiyama-bamboo-forest-family-bike-tour-infants-kids/?format=md) | €365 per group | 3h | 5.0 (35) | shared | Ranked #10 of 11 in Bike & E-Bike Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €91 to €238, median €107; typical length 4h. 2 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. 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