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Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys
Explore Arashiyama by bike, with mountain views and local discoveries.
Service Description
See a wilder side of Kyoto on an adventurous afternoon exploring Arashiyama by bike and on foot. Discover the famous Bamboo Forest, watch freely roaming monkeys and enjoy scenic cycling through quieter local streets. Ideal for families with teens, couples and travelers ready for a change from temple sightseeing, this tour combines nature, wildlife and outdoor fun. Our 1 p.m. departure leaves your morning free for a leisurely breakfast or other Kyoto plans. At Iwatayama Monkey Park, leave your bicycle behind and take an approximately 20-minute uphill walk to the mountaintop. Watch Japanese macaques roam freely and enjoy panoramic views across Kyoto—a memorable reward for the climb. Walk beneath the towering stalks of the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, visit Tenryuji’s World Heritage-listed Zen garden and take in the river and mountain scenery around Togetsukyo Bridge. Between stops, your guide will share local discoveries and stories that bring Arashiyama to life. Kyoto Bike Tour is based right here in Arashiyama. Start directly in the area you’ve come to explore, with guides who know its routes, scenery and local corners. This shared group tour typically lasts 4–5 hours and includes an experienced English-speaking guide, bicycle, helmet, bottled water and admission fees. Participants must be at least 10 years old, confident cycling independently and comfortable with the uphill walk and return downhill. For families with children under 10, please see our Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Family Bike Tour. Contact us directly for private tour requests.
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Cancellation Policy
CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS Cancel at least 24 hours before your tour’s scheduled start time to receive a refund, less a 5% cancellation processing fee covering payment-processing and reservation administration costs. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure and no-shows are not eligible for a refund. Guests must arrive by the check-in time stated in their booking confirmation. Tours depart at the scheduled start time and cannot wait for late guests. Guests who arrive too late to join the scheduled departure are not eligible for a refund or rescheduling. RESCHEDULING You may reschedule at least 24 hours before your scheduled start time, subject to availability. WEATHER & CANCELLATIONS BY KYOTO BIKE TOUR We assess weather and riding conditions for guest safety. Tours may operate in light rain. If weather may affect your tour, we will contact you using the details provided when booking. Please check your messages before departure. If Kyoto Bike Tour cancels your tour, you may choose a full refund with no cancellation processing fee or reschedule, subject to availability. BICYCLE RIDING ABILITY & FITNESS All participants riding their own bicycle must be able to ride confidently and safely without assistance, including starting, stopping, steering and braking. Tours do not include bicycle riding lessons. Guests must have the fitness required for their selected tour, as described on its tour page. For everyone’s safety, the guide may refuse participation or end a guest’s ride if they cannot safely control their bicycle or meet the tour’s physical requirements. No refund will be provided in these circumstances. If you are unsure of your riding ability or fitness, please contact us before booking. MEETING POINT Please follow the meeting location and check-in time stated in your booking confirmation. Arrive by check-in time so we can prepare your bicycle before departure.
Contact Details
18-30 Sagatenryūji Kurumamichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan