Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird) | 3 hours to 4 hours

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Early Bird Tour
2 Adults x $93.47
$186.94
Approx Total
$186.94
Lets get an early start and go explore the beauty of the bamboo, temples and the best our scenic Arashiyama has to offer without all the people!

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Native English speaking bilingual guide
  • Bottled water
  • Bicycle
  • Helmet
  • Gratuity for your guide (always appreciated!)
  • Hotel pick up or drop off
  • E-bike (We use standard Cannondale city bikes)

Overview

Discover the true essence of Arashiyama with our exclusive bike tour, offering early access and a journey beyond what most visitors see. Explore Kyoto’s most naturally beautiful area, known for its blend of cultural and natural wonders, including charming rice fields, photogenic landscapes, and scenic country backstreets far removed from the city’s bustle. Ride along Kyoto’s most breathtaking roads and uncover the hidden gems of Arashiyama beyond the iconic Bamboo Forest . As the only Arashiyama-based bike tour, we’re excited to share the unmatched beauty and depth of this captivating region with you.

Meeting points

Saga-Arashiyama Station
11-1 Sagatenryūji Kurumamichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8373, Japan

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Nearest train station - JR Saga Arashiyama Meeting Point is : JR Saga Arashiyama Station, Exit right at the ticket gates (See PDF in your Viator message inbox)

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Bamboo Forest Street

    Explore the beauty of the bamboo and be transfixed by the one of the top soundscapes of Japan. This is one of the top visited places in Kyoto and provides a perfect backdrop for a memorable photo.

    20 minutes

  • Tenryu-ji Temple Sogenchi Teien

    Stroll through one of the most beautiful Japanese Zen gardens in Kyoto at the World Heritage Tenryuji Temple.

    30 minutes

  • Arashiyama

    Cycle to quiet temples and quirky shrines along the stunning scenic backstreets of Arashiyama. Arashiyama is Kyoto's most naturally beautiful area, known for its blend of cultural and natural wonders.

    2 hours

  • Togetsukyo Bridge

    Take in the breathtaking mountain landscape of Arashiyama as you admire one of Japan’s most iconic bridges—a view that perfectly captures the region’s timeless beauty.

    10 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please provide heights of all guests at time of booking
  • All guests will be required to sign a liability release waiver prior to the tour

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

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  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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A must do activity!!!

Published on Dec, 2024

Highly recommend this bike tour! Lots of fun and great way to see some of the gems of Kyoto. Our tour guide Peter was incredible, funny, kind and very knowledgeable about Japan and its culture / history. Don’t hesitate to book this in.

Amazing bike tour in Kyoto

Published on Dec, 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our morning trip with Ray in the Arashiyama region. We rode our bikes to some fabulous locations and Ray took some great pictures. Thanks for a top morning and the recommendation for food afterwards which was sublime! Elliott & Becca

Great way to cover Arashiyama while avoiding crowds

Published on Dec, 2024

Great experience with Rob. We went on the early bird tour, which was great because Rob knew how to avoid the crowds and where to take us to maximize time. He also explained the highlights (in English and Spanish!) . Finally, he took better pictures of us during the tour than we did, so that was a big plus.

AMAZING!

Published on Dec, 2024

This tour is absolutely amazing! I was a little hesitant knowing I’d be riding a bike through bustling Japan, but Peter made sure our bikes and helmets were fitted properly, and he was an excellent guide! The bikes provided us the ability to see so many things that we wouldn’t have been unable to enjoy otherwise. Everyone in our group wished we could ride bikes for the rest of our trip because we had so much fun. I would highly recommend this tour and I will definitely do it again when I return to Japan!

Perfect tour

Published on Dec, 2024

I loved this tour! Small group, beautiful sites, and Ray was an affable and super knowledgable guide. 100% recommend you book this!

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