A cycling tour in Arashiyama, Kyoto is the best way to fully enjoy the charm of Kyoto in the early morning tranquility using an eco-friendly and comfortable electric bicycle. As you cycle through the bamboo forest, you will hear the soothing sound of bamboo swaying in the wind and the chirping of birds. Thanks to electric bicycles, you can easily go up the slopes, so even those who are not confident in their physical strength can participate with confidence. You will be able to create special memories by experiencing Kyoto's rich culture and history. This tour is a wonderful journey that combines nature and history.
This is a private tour for one group only. Some guides can speak German, Dutch, Bangladeshi, Hindu, and Urdu. If you have a language preference, please contact us before making a reservation.
− Meeting time − 6:00
− Target age − 10 to 99 years old Those who can ride a bicycle Children under 10 years old can participate if you are at least 140cm tall and be able to ride a bicycle. (But the same fee as an adult occurs for it)
<Schedule> ◎JR Saga-Arashiyama Station 〒616-8373 11-1 Saga Tenryuji Kuramichi-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto Prefecture. Your guide will be waiting for you at the share cycle "Crew" port at the south exit of Arashiyama Station. Even if you are new to electric bicycles, we will provide simple explanations such as operation and hand signals so that you can ride safely and enjoyably.◎Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Ukyo Ward, Saga Kokura Yamadabuchiyamacho Arashiyama Bamboo Forest is a natural bamboo forest. This forest is mainly made up of Moso bamboo and we will ride through the beautiful Japanese view. It is less touristy in early morning and it offers you a different atomosphere than usual.
◎2-5 Saga Toriimoto Fukayacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
This is a Tendai sect temple in Saga. Located at the foothills entrance to the approach to Mt. Atago Shrine, it is known as the starting point of the Sagano tour''.
◎Hirosawa Pond, Saga Hirosawacho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Hirosawa Pond is a one with a circumference of about 1.3 km located in Arasiyama area. On days when there is no wind, you can enjoy the mirrored reflection in the pond. It offers you a special atomosphere that you wouldn't feel on a regular trip and experience the sense of local life with paddy fields. We will head to our next spot geting through the paddy fields.
◎68 Aonobabacho, Saga Tenryuji Temple, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture Tenryuji is said to be the first of Kyoto's five temples as a Zen temple connected to the Ashikaga Shogun family and Emperor Godaigo. It is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as a "Historic Monument of Ancient Kyoto." Within the precinct, it offers you a spectacular view and quaint atomosphere. After we go around incide of the temple, we will take a rest at a Tatami room while enjoying the Japanese garden in front of it.
◎1-5 Aonobabacho, Saga Tenryuji Temple, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture It is Arashiyama's most representative tourist spot. ◎JR Saga Arashiyama Station 11-1 Saga Tenryuji Kuramichicho, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 616-8373 The tour ends when you return your bicycle. Afterwards, enjoy the city of Kyoto on your own.
・Please bring clothing appropriate for the season, such as a jacket. ・Please bring your own drinks. ・Children under the age of 10 will be charged a fee if they use a bicycle. Please contact our staff. ・If it is determined that the tour cannot be held due to weather, etc., we will notify you the day before the tour.
We will send you an email before the scheduled tour date. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.