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Kyoto: Evening E-Bike Tour of Fushimi Inari & Tofuku-ji
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 3h
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
- Cycle through Kyoto’s Iconic Twin Waters; Kamo River and Takase River
- Evening e-bike tour through Kyoto’s enchanting backstreets to a Shrine &a Temple
- Enjoy a crowd-free Kyoto 10K torii gates & take photos in picturesque locations
- Visit the Tofukuji Temple and learn about its ancient Zen architecture
- Explore the iconic Fushimi Inari Shrine and learn about Shintoism
Activity location
- Fushimi Inari Taisha
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 75 Nishiayanokōji Nishihanchō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8478, Japan | Please meet your guide at Kyoto Heritage Bike Tours. The building features a large sign reading "Hide's Tea Room for Tea Ceremony". Kyoto Heritage Bike Tours is located on the first floor of the building, while Hide's Tea Room for Tea Ceremony is located on the third floor. If you are arriving by taxi or Uber, simply ask the driver to drop you off at FamilyMart Horikawa Ayanokoji Ten (ファミリーマート 堀川綾小路店), located directly next to Kyoto Heritage Bike Tours.
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
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Kyoto: Evening E-Bike Tour of Fushimi Inari & Tofuku-ji
- 3h
Activity duration is 3 hours 3h - English
What's included, what's not
- Your Journey Includes:
What's included What's included - New premium Panasonic electric bicycle and helmet
What's included What's included - Visit Fushimi Inari mountain most picturesque and iconic locations
What's included What's included - Cycle past the Kamo River, Takase Canal, and Lake Biwa Canal
What's included What's included - Cycle path along Kamo River at night from Tofukuji Station to Shichijo Station (approximately 3 km / 1.9 miles)
What's included What's included - Enjoy views of the Kamo River, Takase Canal, and the historic Lake Biwa Canal
What's included What's included - Entrance tickets
What's included What's included - Bike parking fees
What's included What's included - Bilingual guide (English & Japanese)
What's included What's included - One 600 ml bottle of mineral water per participant
What's included What's included - Raincoat or poncho (provided in case of rain)
What's included What's included - Cycle approximately 10–15 km
What's included What's included - Visit to Tofukuji Temple. Please note: The temple closes at 4:30 PM. Guests joining the 3:30 PM time slot will be able to enter the temple. For the 5:30 PM time slot, we will explore the beautiful temple grounds and surrounding area, as the temple interior will already be closed.
What's included What's included - Visit to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (10K torii gates)
What's included What's included - Dinner
What's excluded What's excluded - Gesture of appreciation for the guide (optional)
What's excluded What's excluded
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: Children under 8 years, People over 95 years
What you can expect
Activity Overview:
End your day with a peaceful evening e-bike tour to Fushimi Inari Taisha, one of Kyoto’s most iconic and spiritual landmarks, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates. You will also visit Tofukuji Temple, one of Kyoto’s Five Great Zen Temples, renowned for its ancient Zen architecture, tranquil atmosphere, and beautiful gardens.
Enjoy these historic sites in a much quieter and more comfortable setting after the daytime crowds and summer heat have passed.
Please meet your guide at Kyoto Heritage Bike Tours and begin your journey on a comfortable electric bike (e-bike).
Stroll through Kyoto’s historic streets along the Takase River and Kamo River. First, explore the cosy willow-lined paths of the historic Takase Canal, then enjoy the scenic and refreshing atmosphere of the wide Kamo River.
After cycling through the area, we visit Tofukuji Temple, one of Kyoto’s Five Great Zen Temples, renowned for its ancient Zen architecture and peaceful atmosphere. Next, we head to the world-famous Fushimi Inari Shrine alongside a knowledgeable and friendly English-speaking guide. Famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates, Fushimi Inari is one of Japan’s most iconic destinations. Enjoy a peaceful evening walk through some of its most picturesque pathways while avoiding the daytime crowds and capturing memorable photos.
Before cycling back to the original meeting point, we will cycle path along Kamo River at night from Tofukuji Station to Shichijo Station (approximately 3 km / 1.9 miles).
The tour lasts approximately 3.5 hours and ends at the original meeting point.
Your Journey Includes:
• Electric bike rental and helmet
• Entrance tickets
• Bike parking fees
• Bilingual guide (English & Japanese)
• One bottle of mineral water
About the Operator:
This tour is operated by Jawad, who has been living in Japan since 2011 and has guided over 200 tours for international guests. With a background in Computer Science, he has worked for over 10 years as a researcher in Japan and has lived in several cities, including Tokyo, Nagoya, and Kyoto. He has also spent time in the USA and Canada as a research visitor.
Combining local expertise with international experience, he aims to create tours that connect culture, people, and real experiences.
Important Information:
• Please arrive at the meeting point at least 5 minutes before the tour starts.
• The tour will proceed even in light rain; ponchos will be provided if needed.
• Participants must be comfortable riding an e-bike.
• The minimum age requirement is 8 years old.
• This tour will not hike the entire Fushimi-Inari mountain.
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Fushimi Inari Taisha
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - 75 Nishiayanokōji Nishihanchō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8478, Japan | Please meet your guide at Kyoto Heritage Bike Tours. The building features a large sign reading "Hide's Tea Room for Tea Ceremony". Kyoto Heritage Bike Tours is located on the first floor of the building, while Hide's Tea Room for Tea Ceremony is located on the third floor. If you are arriving by taxi or Uber, simply ask the driver to drop you off at FamilyMart Horikawa Ayanokoji Ten (ファミリーマート 堀川綾小路店), located directly next to Kyoto Heritage Bike Tours.
- Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan