No expiration date
Easy refund
Free exchange
Easy booking
Kyoto E-Bike Tour of Hidden Gems and Temples South Route
$100
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Explore Kyoto like a local on this afternoon electric bike tour, designed to connect iconic landmarks, temples loved by Japanese visitors, and lesser-known historical sites in one efficient route.
Ride comfortably through the city as you visit Sanjusangendo Temple, famous for its 1,001 statues of Kannon, and the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine. Along the way, discover the former headquarters of Nintendo and explore the peaceful atmosphere of Tofukuji Temple, a major Zen temple often missed by international travelers.
Led by a local guide, this tour blends famous sights with quieter cultural spots for a deeper look into Kyoto. Starting and ending in Gion, it’s an ideal afternoon experience for travelers who want to explore actively and avoid the crowds.
Ride comfortably through the city as you visit Sanjusangendo Temple, famous for its 1,001 statues of Kannon, and the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine. Along the way, discover the former headquarters of Nintendo and explore the peaceful atmosphere of Tofukuji Temple, a major Zen temple often missed by international travelers.
Led by a local guide, this tour blends famous sights with quieter cultural spots for a deeper look into Kyoto. Starting and ending in Gion, it’s an ideal afternoon experience for travelers who want to explore actively and avoid the crowds.
—
Kyoto E-Bike Tour of Hidden Gems and Temples South Route
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Use of bicycle
- Guide In-person: English
- 600 Yen per person cash for the Sanjyusangendo temple
- Insurance
Meeting point
It is in front of Kyoto Tourist Lounge Gion. Please use Google Map to find the location. It is faced on Yamatoooji-Dori street. Alternatively, search a restaurant in Kyoto called "Izakaya Rutubo." The meeting point is across the street. Please be at the place 15 minutes before the starting time.
Return details
It is in front of Kyoto Tourist Lounge Gion. Please use Google Map to find the location. It is faced on Yamatoooji-Dori street. Alternatively, search a restaurant in Kyoto called "Izakaya Rutubo." The meeting point is across the street. Please be at the place 15 minutes before the starting time.
-
The tour begins at Kyoto Tourist Lounge Gion, where you’ll meet your local guide and receive your electric bike and helmet before setting off.
-
Your first stop is Marufukuro (former Nintendo headquarters), a historic building where Nintendo originally operated as a playing card company. Learn about Kyoto’s lesser-known modern history and how this small local business evolved into a global entertainment brand.
-
Sanjusangendo TempleNext, you’ll visit Sanjusangendo Temple, one of Kyoto’s most important temples and a site especially famous among Japanese visitors. You will enter the hall and see the impressive display of 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy.
-
Tofuku-ji TempleThe route then continues to Tofukuji Temple, a major Zen temple known for its architecture, gardens, and seasonal scenery. Your guide will explain Zen philosophy and the role temples played in shaping Kyoto’s culture and landscape.
-
Fushimi Inari-taisha ShrineIn the afternoon, you’ll reach Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of Japan’s most iconic destinations, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates. Learn why this shrine became the spiritual and commercial center of the Fushimi area while exploring the shrine grounds on foot.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
Kyoto E-Bike Tour of Hidden Gems and Temples South Route
$100
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!