Private e-bike journeys · Kyoto
Ride the old capital’s backstreets and riverside paths, with time for tea and the details you would otherwise pass by.
Kyoto City Rituals
The city rewards those who take their time.
Wooden machiya houses, the Kamogawa river and the lanes of Gion connect into a day that feels more like exploring than sightseeing.
Your guide sets the route and pace for your private group. E-bike assistance leaves a little more room to look around, pause at a café and enjoy Kyoto between its landmarks.
Find your kind of day ↓In pictures
The landscapes and moments that shape the day.
Kyoto’s wooden machiya backstreets
Choose your day
Both journeys start at 08:00, with your own guide and fitted e-bikes.
Half day · 08:00–12:00 · about 18 km
A morning through Kyoto’s intimate lanes, with the rest of the day left for your own plans.
From $380 USD per guest
Check dates
Full day · 08:00–15:00 · about 30 km
Stay out a little longer, with a picnic and a route toward Arashiyama or the Philosopher’s Path.
From $580 USD per guest
Check datesThe shape of your day
An example itinerary. The route and exact meeting point are confirmed for your group; timings may adjust to the conditions.
Meet your guide, fit your e-bike and begin among Kyoto’s wooden townhouses. The ride opens out beside the Kamogawa before turning toward Gion.
There is time to stop for photographs and notice the quieter details along the way.
Explore the backstreets of Gion and pause at a machiya café for tea.
First Light finishes at around noon. Full Circle guests continue into the second part of the day.
Continue toward Arashiyama or the Philosopher’s Path, with a picnic lunch along the route. The choice of route depends on the day’s conditions.
An onsen or sauna finish can be discussed in advance if you would like to add it.
Meeting & farewell
Meet your guide
We confirm the exact meeting point when arranging your private departure. Your e-bike is fitted before you set off.
Finish your ride
First Light finishes around noon; The Full Circle around 15:00. The endpoint is confirmed with your itinerary.
What comes with your day
A fitted, serviced e-bike, helmet and private English-speaking guide. We plan the route and adjust the pace to your group.
Water, tea and the café pause are included in both plans. The Full Circle also includes a picnic lunch.
Your guide photographs the day. The Full Circle includes filming as well, so you can enjoy the ride with your phone put away.
Domestic accident insurance is included with fixed limits. Your own cycling and cancellation travel cover is strongly recommended.
Not included: international flights, personal travel insurance, meals beyond those listed, optional arrangements and gratuities. An onsen or sauna finish is by request; confirm the details before booking.
Equipment & activity
Level 1 is for guests who are comfortable riding a bicycle on flat, paved paths. E-bike assistance is standard in both plans.
Before you travel
Choose First Light for a four-hour introduction to Kyoto’s backstreets, riverside and Gion. Choose The Full Circle for a seven-hour ride with an extended route and picnic lunch.
You should already be comfortable riding a bicycle independently. We fit your e-bike at the start; ask us before booking if you have any concerns about the ride.
Use Check dates to choose your plan, date and party size. You will see your group total before sending a request. Departures must be at least 14 days ahead, based on Japan time.
An onsen or sauna finish is available by request. Discuss it with our concierge in advance so the arrangements are clear before your booking is confirmed.
We may adjust the route in rain. If severe conditions require us to cancel, we notify you by 17:00 the day before and offer a refund or reschedule under our booking conditions.
Your private departure
Choose your date and group size to see your total. Send a booking request; our concierge confirms availability before payment.
From $380 USD per guest
