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2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h 30min
- Price from
- $52 / person
- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 25 reviews
- Languages
- JA, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 6
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- 東京下町自転車ツアー Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour
- Meeting point
- About 3 minutes walk from Hikifune railway station on Tobu skytree line.About 5 minutes walk from Keisei Hikifune railway station on Keisei line.Find the board "Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour" on the ground floor, and come to the 2nd floor.Please come there 10 minutes before of your starting time.
Description
You’ve probably heard of Shibuya Crossing, but are you familiar with the backstreets of Tokyo? During this bike tour, you’ll explore central Tokyo, coasting down hidden alleyways, and get insights into the local life in Tokyo. On this Tokyo bike tour, you’ll find yourself among the labyrinthine pathways of Tokyo with a local guide, and try traditional Japanese foods which cannot be found in the typical restaurants. These tiny mom-and-pop restaurants and street stalls serve up local ingredients with big flavors, to fuel your journey! From the end of March to the beginning of April, we usually cycle under Sakura, cherry blossoms. The Tour includes several stops, and it will introduce off-the-beaten-path shopping streets. During the Tour, you’ll see a new side of Tokyo, riding around unique old-time shopping arcades and visiting. On our tours, we are passionate about showing you the lesser-known parts of central Tokyo.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 23
- Adult (ages 20–60)
- $52
- Senior (ages 61–80)
- $52
- Youth (ages 13–19)
- $52
- Child (ages 7–12)
- $52
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $65.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sumidagawa River Terrace
Cycling on the bank of Suida river. It is famous for Sakura flowers in the spring time.
Honryuin Matsuchiyama Shoden
This temple is a part of Sensoji, founded in 595. There are many images of a “daikon (Japanese radish)”and a pouch in the temple.The daikon represents our minds trapped in deep ignorance, emanating poison of anger，but by offering a daikon to temple, that poison will be purged from our body and soul. The pouch is a symbol of treasure, and it represents the gift of prosperity in business .
Imado Shrine
Founded in 1063, this shrine is now a “Power spot”, that is popular for persons who want lovers or marriage partners. (Power Spot=Sacred place)
Senso-ji Temple
Parking bikes near the temple, and strolling inside it.
Asakusa Amezaiku Ameshin
Japanese traditional craft candy shop. You can see how they make candies, which are so artistic.
Sumida River Walk
Crossing the bridge on the Sumida river with wonderful landscaepes.
Tokyo Skytree
Cycling under the Tokyo Skytree.
Kyojima Minami Park
Old fashonned shopping mall where you can see daily lifes of Japanese.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
1 tandem bike is available by prior request.
Helmets
Use of bicycle
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
25 reviews
How it compares in Tokyo
- Rated higher than 74% of 1,009 reviewed tours in Tokyo
- Starting price $52 is 34% below the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Tokyo
Excurgo comparison of 4,171 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our rental bikes are folding bikes with 14-20 inch, suitable for people between 140 - 180 cm tall. Please inform priorly if you are over 180cm.
- If you wish to cycle with a tandem bike, please inform us 3 days before the day you booked.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo take?
2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does 2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo cost?
Prices start at $52 per person for this Tokyo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $65. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM.
How much does 2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo cost for children?
Children aged 7–12 pay from $52, adults from $52.
Can I cancel 2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is About 3 minutes walk from Hikifune railway station on Tobu skytree line. About 5 minutes walk from Keisei Hikifune railway station on Keisei line. Find the board "Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour" on the ground floor, and come to the 2nd floor. Please come there 10 minutes before of your starting time. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is 2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is 2.5 Hour-Guided Cycle Tour in the Central Tokyo worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 25 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by 東京下町自転車ツアー Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour.
Reviews(25)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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