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Went on this e-bike tour...
Went on this e-bike tour with my family, Henry was our guide and we had a BLAST!! So fun and I feel like we learned so much. You get to see true “off the beaten path” areas of Kyoto.
Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3h 45min
- Price from
- $113 / person
- Location
- Kyoto, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 2,111 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- NORU
- Meeting point
- Please use google maps and search NORU KYOTO BIKE TOURSLook for our green TripAdvisor flag outside the Cycle Village bike shop
Description
This is an 8 kilometer E-biking ride that visits famous attractions as well as hidden gems in Kyoto such as the Kinkakuji, Daitokuji Temple Complex in order to visit the Koto-in and Zuiho-in, Imamiyajinja and the Kitanotenmangu Temple.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 1:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 13–75)
- $113
In demand: 82 of the next 120 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Water
Rental helmet
English-speaking route coordinator
Rental bike
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
2,111 reviews
How it compares in Kyoto
- No. 8 by number of reviews among 1,624 tours in Kyoto
- Starting price $113 is close to the typical $121 for tours of similar length in Kyoto
Excurgo comparison of 1,624 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 13 years
- No-shows or missed bookings for any reason are nonrefundable/non amendable/non transferable
- Must arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. We depart at 8:30, 9, 12:30, 1pm. If you are late and miss the tour you will not be refunded.
- Guests who choose not to participate/cannot ride a bicycle will not get refunded
- Tours cannot be changed to different departure times less than 24 hours before departure.
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 Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour take?
Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour lasts about 3h 45min.
How much does Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour cost?
Prices start at $113 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 12:30 PM, and 1:00 PM.
Does Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour sell out?
It can: 82 of the next 120 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour 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 Please use google maps and search NORU KYOTO BIKE TOURS. Look for our green TripAdvisor flag outside the Cycle Village bike shop. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 2,111 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by NORU.
Reviews(2,111)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Beautiful, educational and fun experience!
Thoroughly enjoyed all the aspects of this tour! The bike route was very interesting going through back roads of the city as well as gorgeous cedar forests! The various temple visits were both beautiful as well as informative. We enjoyed authentic matcha tea in a tea house overlooking a beautifully curated Japanese zen garden. Our guide was both educational and hilarious. Highly recommend for an adventure that is time and money well spent.
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A Can't Miss Experience!
This was one of the highlights of our trip. The guide and sites were fantastic, but honestly, it's the guide who made this such a great experience. Yuta communicated very well, and not only took us to some amazing places, but also educated us and fed us along the way! Two highlights were the Zen Buddhist Temple, where he taught us about Zen Buddhism and proper respect for the temple, and the 1000-year-old Tea House, where we got tea and a sticky rice treat (I don't recall the name, but it was delicious!). The entire experience is something we'll take with us forever!
Z
Kyoto E-Bike Secret Tour with Yuta
Yuta was an outstanding guide - very knowledgeable about the historical sites and full of great stories to go with each one. Easily one of the best things we did in Japan!
Operator response
Thanks Zachary! We had a great time too!
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Highly recommend
Despite the rain, shaun made it a great trip. He was very knowledgable and patient with all our questions. Highly recommend this tour
Operator response
thanks a lot! Hope you enjoy the rest of your holidays in Japan!
M
Must do experience to avoid the crowds
Our family of 3 all absolutely loved this e bike tour. As e bike novices we found them easy to use. Yuta, our guide was fantastic and the trip was geared around the real hidden areas. We learnt so much about the history of the area and people it was so interesting. Instead of the really busy temple we headed to the 1000 year family sweet stop for an unexpected extra treat. The whole trip was just perfect
Operator response
It is never a fun experience to be waiting in line or in the middle of a crowd so we are always prepared. Thank you so much for the great review and we hope you enjoyed Kyoto!
Z
Excellent tour, excellent guide
This bike tour was phenomenal. Yuta was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable, caring in making sure everyone felt comfortable and safe, and funny. He managed the time well and even took great photos from the best angles for everyone. I highly recommend this tour and’s thank Yuta for a wonderful experience seeing some hidden aspects of Kyoto!
Operator response
Thanks a lot! Hope to see you again!
C
Great way to tour Kyoto!
Yuta was outstanding-the history and cultural information he shared with us was so interesting. We saw amazing sights with no crowds. I did not want the tour to end!
Operator response
Thanks a lot for those really nice words. Come again and we'll do another tour!
A
Best guide experience in Kyoto!
I did the Secret Kyoto Tour with guide Sean and cannot recommend this more. Super fun tour and really knowledgeable and passionate guide. He touched on everything from Buddhism to Shintoism and general Japanese history. Probably my favourite experience yet in Japan!
Operator response
We really appreciate that. Thanks a lot. Hope you had a great rest of your holidays!
A
Best of Kyoto experience
Amazing experience. Best way to experience Kyoto and understand the history and culture.
Operator response
Thanks for the great review!
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