Heian Shrine

Discover the highlights of Kyoto with a same-day or 2-day ticket on this convenient hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus. Admire the panoramic views from onboard the open-top double-decker bus, and hop on or off at any of the stops along the route. Enjoy informative audio commentary on board the bus, available in 7 languages. Choose this efficient way of exploring the must-see places and attractions in Kyoto. The bus takes you past many of the city's top attractions, including UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji, and Kiyomizu-Dera Temple. You can enjoy unlimited rides for the duration of your ticket's validity. Bus stops along the route:  • Kyoto Station • Nishihonganji ( Kyoto Tokyu Hotel) • Shijo Karasuma / Nishiki-ichiba Market • Nijo-jo Castle • Kitano-tenmangu Shrine / Kamishichiken • Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) • Daitokuji Temple • Kyoto Imperial Palace (Doshisha University) • Ginkakuji Temple (Silver Pavilion) • Heian-jingu Shrine / Okazaki Park • Gion (Kotowa-Kyoto Yasaka) • Gojozaka (Kiyomizu-dera Temple / Gion) • Sanjusangendo / Kyoto National Museum (Hyatt Regency Kyoto)

Join us for a fun and scenic bike ride through Kyoto’s stunning landscapes, historic sites, and charming streetscapes. This tour offers the perfect mix of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and classic Kyoto charm. Whether you’re new to the city or a seasoned visitor, it’s an unforgettable way to experience the best of Kyoto! Imagine yourself embarking on a delightful bike tour through the heart of Kyoto, where ancient traditions and natural beauty blend seamlessly. Feel the joy as you pedal your way to serene zen gardens, finding peaceful havens perfect for a moment of reflection. The journey continues along the picturesque Path of Philosophy, a charming route lined with cherry trees and quaint temples. Each turn of the wheel reveals new wonders, filling you with a sense of awe and excitement. Join us for an unforgettable adventure that captures the timeless charm of Kyoto and leaves you feeling inspired and rejuvenated.

Explore the traditional neighborhood of Higashiyama from the comfort of a rickshaw with a knowledgeable guide. Admire the well-preserved wooden townhouses, see some of Kyoto's most famous temples, and pass through the vibrant geisha district in the Gion area. Learn about Japanese culture, heritage, and customs on this private customizable tour. Meet your guide on the cobbled streets by the Kodaiji Temple in Higashiyama, a nationally designated historic area. Travel back in time as your guide pulls you through the historic neighborhood, filled with traditional buildings and shops. Stop to take photos at the most scenic spots in each location. Choose from 4 different tour durations to suit your schedule, from the introductory 45-minute tour, to the comprehensive tour of 3 hours and 10 minutes. With the longer tours, you’ll continue through the wealth of sights in Higashiyama and the northern part of Gion. Pass weeping willows that line a picturesque river, explore ancient temples, and travel through the streets of this amazing neighborhood.

This tour is perfect for visitors with a day to enjoy in Kyoto. I can give you sample itinerary based on the guest's interest. I am experienced tour guide here in Kyoto. You can quickly learn about why Kyoto is unique in the world. I will guide you to historical temples, shrines, and fun places to try local activities. Also, I love customizing tours to suit your interests, from copying sutras to meditating at a Japanese temple garden. I am happy to keep studying and receiving any feed back from you! This is wheelchair, disability and LGBT friendly tour.

Kick off the tour by cycling along the beautiful Kamo river before visiting Gion and Kennin-ji temple! Despite being the 8th biggest metropolitan city with more than a population of 1.4 million, you will be surprised to find how calm and peaceful this ancient city is! Start this tour of historical sites by learning about Gion & Geisha and Zen culture in Japan in a traditional temple, Kennin-ji in Gion district. Get ready to feel the world of Zen in a traditional Zen temple with a Japanese Rock garden called Karesansui. Breeze through beautiful local streets in historical city and enjoy a delicious lunch at a Japanese tea house! As you may already know, Kyoto is the former capital city of Japan from 794 until 1868 when the modern government moved its capital to Tokyo. It's no overstatement that whatever you imagine as 'Japanese culture' most likely has its roots in Kyoto! So after seeing the Kennin-ji temple, get ready to cycle again for a nice ride to the Nanzen-ji temple where your guide will give you some insights about Zen and the old days of Kyoto! After visiting some photogenic places in this temple, get ready to chow-down on some local cuisine with a plethora of different soba dishes available as well and yummy deserts with matcha and mochi at a traditional Japanese house! Also feel free to check out the beautiful Japanese garden and souvenir shop next door with delicious Japanese sweets called Yatsuhashi available to try too! Enjoy the local Kyoto oasis that is Kamogawa river with a relaxing cycle along it's riverbanks to finish the tour off! After having some delicious Kyoto cuisine and taking a break, hop back on your bike and finish the tour off with a super-relaxing ride along the beautiful and distinctly Kyoto-esque route through the city. On the way, you'll see many locals enjoying the sunshine and flowing river at this relaxing spot.

Have a unique experience in Kyoto with a Japanese tour guide, Asuka who is a graduate student of a UK university. Asuka loves to travel, play music, do yoga and so on. She has lived in North Carolina, USA as a high school exchange student and London, UK as a university student. Enjoy experiencing cycling around east Kyoto City with her! We do not go to the busiest places in Kyoto, so that we can enjoy chatting and chilling as well as cycling and exploring Kyoto. Meeting your guide at a rental cycling shop in Gojo area and take electronic bike. We will first head to Ginkaku-ji temple. On the way to Ginkaku-ji temple, we bike by Kamogawa River, and we enjoy jumping on the stones crossing the river. There is a shopping street by the temple. Have some free time and enjoy getting souvenirs, some coffee, and matcha crepes. After visiting Ginaku-ji temple, we will bike on the Philosopher's path and head to Nanzen-ji temple. After enjoying the gigantic view of Nanzen-ji temple, we will finally visit Heian Jingu Shrine. This tour lasts about 3-4 hours. We will take lots of pictures as you wish! Make lots of memories in Kyoto and you can keep it back home. The tour ends at the rental bike shop. If you wish to keep renting the bike, we can arrange it, so please let us know. Honestly, cycling is the best way of going around Kyoto City. You can visit everywhere with a bike! The destinations in this tour are not the most popular destinations even though they are historical and beautiful. If you want to know more about Kyoto, this tour is for you! The guide can help you for your whole traveling plan, places to visit, places to eat, etc. Also, you will make at least one Japanese friend, Aska! Keep connected wherever you will be in the world :) This tour is just an opportunity to get connected to Japan, and have a reason to come back!

Kyoto is renowned for its bicycle-friendly streets, and cycling is a quintessential part of everyday life for locals. Join the ranks of Kyoto’s cyclists as you navigate mostly flat paths with a few gentle slopes as you discover the city’s iconic landmarks and must-visit sights on a “Mama-chari” bike tour! A “Mamachari” bike – which translates to “mom’s bike” – is a type of bicycle commonly used in Japan, particularly by mothers and students. Get to pedal your way through beloved attractions including the majestic Heian Jingu Shrine, the serene Nanzenji Zen Temple, the picturesque Philosopher’s Path, and more. You’ll also get to cycle along the peaceful Kamogawa River, the historic Biwako Canal, and the prestigious Kyoto University, all while listening to your friendly TripGuru share stories about the city’s development, vibrant culture, and Shinto and Buddhist philosophies. Along the journey, soak in the rich history and culture of each site, immersing yourself in the essence of Kyoto. Whether you’re exploring in the heat of summer or the crispness of winter, cycling offers a refreshing way to take in the beauty of the city. Feel the cool breeze on your face as you glide past scenic vistas, and don’t forget to ring your bike’s bell along the way!

Uncover the magic of Kyoto with our Private Customizable Tour. This isn't just any tour; it's a personalized experience designed to align perfectly with your unique interests and travel goals. Kyoto, renowned for its historic temples, picturesque shrines, and vibrant markets, offers countless opportunities for exploration and discovery. Every corner of this city holds a new adventure, waiting to be unveiled. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we'll guide you through Kyoto's top attractions and local treasures. ⛩️✨ Our expert guides will handle all the details, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience as you navigate the city's main landmarks, as well as some charming hidden gems. Immerse yourself in Kyoto's rich culture and stunning scenery while capturing unforgettable memories with your new local friend. In case you don't know where to start, here are some sample itineraries, and your guide will be happy to further customize it based on your interests and requests ↓ Itinerary A * Fushimi Inari * Kiyomizudera Temple and surrounding local districts * Gion Itinerary B * Arashiyama Bamboo Grove (Note: To access some secluded temples, taxi transportation may be required.) * Golden Pavilion * Kitano Tenmangu and surrounding local districts Itinerary C * Nishiki Market * Heian Jingu * Shimo-gamo Shrine and Kamogawa River Please be aware that lunch and transportation fees are not included. If you don't see availability for your desired date, reach out and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

Discover the most beautiful and iconic places in Kyoto! We have made a selection of the must-see places in the city, within which you can choose the route with the places that interest you the most, according to your tastes or expectations. According to your choice, we will start the route that best suits you starting from your hotel, and we will end somewhere strategic so you can continue enjoying the city at the end of the tour. Choose one of the following routes. Our tour guide will contact you before starting the tour to coordinate which route or places of interest you want to visit. Route 1 highlights ● Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) Dazzling gold-covered Zen temple surrounded by Zen gardens, a World Heritage Site. ● Arashiyama (Bamboo Forest) Area with beautiful bamboo forests and spectacular views of the Katsura River and mountains. ● Fushimi Inari Taisha (Thousands of Red Torii Gates) famous for its thousands of vermilion torii that form tunnels in the hillside of Mount Inari. Route 2 North ● Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion) dazzling gold-covered Zen temple surrounded by Zen gardens, a World Heritage Site. ● Ryoanji (dry Zen garden) This temple houses one of Japan's most famous Zen rock gardens. ● Arashiyama (Bamboo Forest) Area with beautiful bamboo forests and spectacular views of the Katsura River and mountains. ● Tenryuji Temple, a World Heritage Site, this Zen temple is renowned for its landscaped garden, designed to harmonize with the surrounding mountains. Route 3 Southeast ● Fushimi Inari Taisha (Thousands of Red Torii Gates ) famous for its thousands of vermilion torii forming tunnels in the hillside of Mount Inari. ● Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a Buddhist temple known for its majestic wooden terrace with panoramic views of the city and its vibrant natural environment that changes with each season, a World Heritage Site. ● Sannenzaka, Ninenzaka and Yasaka no to Pagoda (Hokanji Temple), one of Kyoto's most iconic landmarks, are two picturesque cobblestone streets in Kyoto, lined with traditional stores and teahouses. Gion (Geisha Quarter) Nishiki Market, the oldest market in the city, where you can shop and sample many local dishes. Route 4 Northeast ● Ginkakuji Temple (Silver Pavilion) Iconic Zen shrine in Kyoto that combines historic architecture with serene sand and moss gardens of wabi-sabi aesthetics. ● The Philosopher's Path, picturesque canal-side path lined with cherry trees. ● Nanzenji Temple, imposing Zen complex surrounded by gardens, known for its historic brick aqueduct and enchanting atmosphere. ● Heian jingu, a Shinto shrine known for its imposing red torii, extensive landscaped gardens and architecture replicating the style of the Heian period.

Explore Kyoto's top attractions on comfortable E-bikes with this unique cycle tour. Avoiding the usual tourist traps and crowded areas, this tour takes you to must-see locations while revealing hidden gems that many visitors overlook. Experience Kyoto like a local, discovering peaceful spots that showcase the city's authentic charm. Whether you're looking for a leisurely ride or a more adventurous exploration, this E-bike tour offers a perfect blend of culture, nature, and local insights for an unforgettable journey through Kyoto.