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Arashiyama & Golden Pavilion UNESCO Slow Cycling Tour

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$153.52
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Overview

Arashiyama, a picturesque gem in Kyoto, invites you to immerse yourself in its breathtaking landscapes and serene paths. Experience the enchanting beauty of the Togetsu Bridge and the tranquil bamboo grove, while discovering the hidden treasures of the Sagano countryside.

  • 🚴‍♂️ Guided Slow Cycling Tour: Enjoy a leisurely 6-hour ride with a knowledgeable guide, perfect for all fitness levels.
  • 🛠️ All necessary riding equipment is provided, ensuring a hassle-free adventure without the need to bring your own gear.
  • 🍽️ Savor local delicacies at specialty shops along the route, offering a taste of Kyoto's culinary delights.
  • 🗺️ Customize your tour course to suit your preferences, allowing for a personalized experience in this stunning region.
  • 📸 Capture unforgettable moments while riding a stylish BROMPTON bike, designed for comfort and ease.
  • 🌳 Discover the serene Hirosawa Pond, a peaceful retreat where you can connect with nature away from the city's hustle.
  • 🏯 Visit the historic Myoshinji Temple, home to 46 pagoda temples, where you can leisurely stroll through its expansive grounds.
  • 🌸 Marvel at the vibrant Kimono Forest at Randen Arashiyama Station, an art installation featuring 600 beautifully decorated poles.
  • 🚉 Experience the unique local train atmosphere of the Randen, offering stunning views of the city as you travel back.

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Arashiyama & Golden Pavilion UNESCO Slow Cycling Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • Exclusive navigator fee
  • Bicycle rental fee
  • Bicycle equipment such as helmets, Bags for wheeled transport, etc.
  • Randen Train Fares
  • Kinkaku-ji Admission Fee
  • Tenryū-ji Admission Fee
  • The accompanying navigator can suggest restaurants for lunch during the tour according to the customer's wishes.
  • Insurance fee (optional 500 yen)

Meeting point
Navigators with BROMPTON bicycles are waiting for you near the exit of the *Hankyu Arashiyama Station ticket gates. *Please do not confuse this with Randen Arashiyama Station.
Return details
Navigators with BROMPTON bicycles are waiting for you near the exit of the *Hankyu Arashiyama Station ticket gates. *Please do not confuse this with Randen Arashiyama Station.

  • Togetsukyo Bridge
    400-year-old wooden bridge. The mountain scenery is coloured with cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn.
  • Arashiyama
    Arashiyama is one of the most popular places in Kyoto, with the Togetukyo Bridge over the Katsura River and the bamboo forests of Sagano. So there are many tourists, but our navigators, who know the area well, will guide you along quieter paths, away from the crowds.
  • Tenryu-ji Temple
    Tenryu-ji is the most important Zen temple in the Arashiyama area and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was founded in 1339 by the shogun Ashikaga Takauji in memory of Emperor Go-Daigo. The temple belongs to the Rinzai school of Zen Buddhism and has been an important center of Zen culture for nearly 700 years. The highlight is its beautiful Japanese garden, designed by the famous garden master Musō Soseki. The garden is remarkable because it has remained largely unchanged since the 14th century. It also uses "borrowed scenery" (shakkei), incorporating the Arashiyama mountains into the landscape, making nature feel like part of the garden itself. Take a moment to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and imagine how people admired this same view almost 700 years ago.
  • Saga Toriimoto Traditional Buildings Preservation Area
    Quiet, car-free area with traditional 19th-century timber-framed houses and shops, with woodland views.
  • Hirosawa Pond
    The pond is located in a calm countryside setting off Arashiyama. Away from the hustle and bustle of the city, you can feel nature at its best.
  • Myoshinji Temple
    It is the head temple of the Myoshinji school of the Rinzai sect. The spacious grounds are lined with 46 pagoda temples, and visitors can take a leisurely stroll through the grounds.
  • Kinkakuji Temple
    Kinkaku-ji (The Golden Pavilion) is one of Kyoto's most famous landmarks and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was originally built in 1397 as the retirement villa of Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, one of Japan's most powerful shoguns. After his death, it became a Zen temple. The pavilion is famous for its upper two floors, which are covered with real gold leaf. On a calm day, the building is beautifully reflected in the pond, creating one of the most iconic and photographed views in Japan. Although the original building was destroyed by fire in 1950, the current pavilion was faithfully rebuilt in 1955.
  • Arashiyama Kimono Forest
    Take the train back to Randen Arashiyama Station. The Randen has a unique local train atmosphere and offers a great view of the city. The Kimono Forest at the station is an art installation of 600 poles decorated in vibrant yuzen, which glow beautifully in the backlight.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Total duration includes travel time.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure 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.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Arashiyama & Golden Pavilion UNESCO Slow Cycling Tour

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $153.52
    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!

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