9 Best Bike Tours in Arashiyama

A bike makes sense in Arashiyama, where the sights are spread over a few flat kilometres and the buses crawl. Early rides reach the bamboo before the tour groups; afternoon rides tend to finish at the Monkey Park, which you climb on foot.

1.Arashiyama Bamboo Bike Tour (Early Bird)

Explore the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove on a thrilling bike tour. Don't miss out on the Early Bird special! Click now for an unforgettable adventure.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Great experience for family with pre teenagers before iPhone and social media kills curiosity. Cycling experiences are needed. Guide is safety oriented and very interactive with all. Ask for Yuki as guide”

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3.Kyoto Bamboo Forest Electric Bike Tour

Discover the enchanting Kyoto Bamboo Forest like never before with our electric bike tour. Immerse yourself in nature's beauty and experience the tranquility of this magical place.

★ 5.0

“This was my #1 favorite activity we did in our entire trip. It was so wonderful and our tour guide, Michael, went above and beyond. HIGHLY recommend”

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4.Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Morning Tour by Bike

Discover the enchanting beauty of Kyoto's Arashiyama Bamboo Forest on a morning bike tour. Immerse yourself in nature's tranquility and experience Japan like never before.

★ 5.0

“Rob was the best! He took us around and called out special details and local stories. He was fun with the group and kept us feeling alive despite the heat (not to mention he gave us water). Extra points for the donut at the end.…”

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5.Kyoto: Afternoon Bamboo Forest and Monkey Park Bike Tour

Discover the magic of Kyoto's Bamboo Forest and Monkey Park on an exhilarating bike tour. Unforgettable sights and unforgettable memories await!

★ 4.9

“We did a lot of activities and tours in our week across 3 cities in Japan and this was by far our absolute favorite!! Yuki was so knowledgeable and fun as our guide. We loved being able to see the temples and shrines with a…”

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6.Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Golden Pavilion Bike Tour

Pedal into a world of enchantment on the Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Golden Pavilion Bike Tour, where history and beauty merge seamlessly.

★ 5.0

“A fun way to see the sights of Kyoto with a fantastic guide who was friendly, knowledgeable and so accommodating. E-bikes are the way to go as it definitely made it easier to ride 20 km and not be physically exhausting. One of the best…”

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7.Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Family Bike Tour (Infants & Toddlers)

Uncover the tranquil beauty of Kyoto's legendary bamboo forest on a family-friendly bike tour that caters to infants and toddlers alike.

★ 5.0

“Ray was really lovelly with our family (2 adults and 2 kids), especially with our 8 and 5 year ald kids. We had a great afternoon with him. Ray bought us local food and show the best spots (bamboo forest, rice fields, mountain monkeys). BRead…”

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9.Best of Kyoto: the Bamboo Forest & Golden Temple E-Bike Tour

Explore Kyoto’s highlights on a 6-hour e-bike tour, including the Bamboo Forest, Golden Pavilion, and Zen gardens with a fun, knowledgeable guide.

★ 4.9

“What a great day out. Kevin was an incredibly patient guide. He shared his knowledge of shrines and temples in an easy way. Was understanding when our 9 and 10 year olds wanted food!! The bikes were great- I want an e-bike now! The route…”

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