Explore the serene beauty of Kyoto on a timeless rickshaw tour, offering an unforgettable glimpse into the city’s historic treasures. This 60-minute journey takes you past the iconic Heian Shrine and the tranquil Nanzenji Temple, where you can admire stunning architecture and lush gardens. Your expert guide will share insights into Kyoto's rich cultural heritage, making this an ideal experience for couples and families alike. Enjoy the flexibility to hop off and explore on foot, ensuring a personalized adventure tailored to your interests. - Visit significant landmarks like Heian Shrine and Nanzenji Temple - Maximum of 2 adults per rickshaw, children can ride on laps - Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour
In demand: 100 of the next 360 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Enjoy a traditional rickshaw ride through Kyoto’s scenic streets, leading to the iconic Heian Shrine Torii, one of the largest torii gates in Japan. From there, your guide will take you to the majestic Heian Shrine, a Shinto shrine known for its vivid vermilion architecture and spacious grounds.
Ride through the elegant Nanzenji Villa District, a quiet area lined with traditional estates and seasonal beauty, before arriving at Nanzenji Temple, one of Kyoto’s most important Zen temples.
Journey through the historic grounds of Nanzenji to the striking Suirokaku Aqueduct, a red-brick structure from the Meiji era that beautifully blends Western engineering with Kyoto’s temple scenery.
Continue on to the Keage Incline, a former railway track once used to transport boats, now famous for its cherry blossoms in spring.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Kyoto Timeless Rickshaw Private Tour lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 4 stops.
Prices start at $142 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.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 12 departures a day between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
It can: 100 of the next 360 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is The Rickshaw guide will be waiting for you at the Heian Shrine’s Grand Torii Gate (on the Kyoto Prefectural Library side). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in JA, EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Fun Group Japan.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
I wasn’t sure what a rickshaw ride would be like, but it turned out to be one of the major highlights of our stay in Kyoto. We had a couple options as far as where to go and we were inclined to go to the larger temple. Our guide suggested we go to the other temple, because it’s in a nicer setting, so we took his advice. Sure enough, we saw an amazingly beautiful part of Kyoto we would have missed. Would definitely do that again!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyoto Timeless Rickshaw Private Tour | 1 hour | 5.0 (1) | $142 | |
 Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest | 1–2 hours | 5.0 (410) | $85 | View |
 Explore Kyoto by private cab, kimono and rickshaw plan | 4 hours | — | $387 | View |
 Kyoto Sagano Insider: Rickshaw and Walking Tour | 3h 10min | 5.0 (16) | $226 | View |
 Kyoto Rickshaw Tour of Gion and Higashiyama with Guide | 4 hours | 5.0 (1) | $237 | View |
 Historic Kyoto Guided Rickshaw Tour of Gion and Higashiyama | 3 hours | — | $249 | View |
 Explore the Timeless Heritage of Nara from Kyoto | 8 hours | — | $340 | View |