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The 15 Best E-Bikes Tours in Kyoto

The 15 e-bikes tours below made the cut from everything we’ve reviewed across the region. Prices, durations and one standout note on each.

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Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour - Kinkakuji begins the temple circuit

1.Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $116Our pick

Ride beyond Kyoto’s crowds on a small-group e-bike tour to Kinkakuji, Zen temples, quiet lanes, and local tea stops with an expert guide.

“Biking through Kyoto felt very safe. It was challenging and rewarding. Yuta was our amazing guide who taught us about geisha history, Shinto, and Zen Buddhism. I was nervous to try this tour because I am not a strong biker, but the views from the mountains and the backstreets of beautiful neighborhoods made the experience really special.”

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5 Top Highlights of Kyoto Full Day Bike Tour (E-bike option) - Starting among the bamboo in Arashiyama

2.5 Top Highlights of Kyoto Full Day Bike Tour (E-bike option)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $172

See Kyoto’s five big sights by bike in one day, with an English-speaking guide, lunch, snacks, and an optional e-bike for the 44-kilometer route.

“This was a great all-around bike tour. We did visit some highlights and managed to avoid some crowded touristy spots at the end. Our tour guide Rob was awesome. He knows Kyoto very well and taught us about Japan culture. He even shaRead more”

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E-Bike Tours of the highlights of Kyoto!!! - Choosing between Kyoto’s east and west courses

3.E-Bike Tours of the highlights of Kyoto!!!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $109

Cycle Kyoto’s temples, gardens, Gion lanes, and river paths on an e-bike tour with a small group, guide, and bike included.

“We had an awesome day out, maybe our favourite in Kyoto. Kevin was a great guide, knowledgeable, passionate and fun. We went to all the spots we had on our list and Kevin gave us great insight into the historical significance of each. The bikes were comfy and well maintained, and Kyoto is the perfect city to explore by bicycle because of how flat most of the roads are. 10/10 recommend! If we had more time we would definitely book the West Kyoto tour too!”

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Kyoto: Memory Kyoto E-Bike Tour - Kinkakuji, Kyoto’s gold-covered Zen temple

4.Kyoto: Memory Kyoto E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · from $105

Ride Kyoto’s backstreets by e-bike to Kinkakuji, Arashiyama, Tenryuji, and Kitano Tenmangu with a local English-speaking guide.

“Our tour with Beau was amazing. Great way to see the city and the ebikes are an extra awesome perk of the experience. You feel like a local riding through the streets and alleys of Kyoto. The temples are beautiful as well.”

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Kyoto: City Secrets eBike Tour - Starting at NORU with a small group

5.Kyoto: City Secrets eBike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3h 45m · from $127

Explore Kyoto by e-bike on a small-group ride to the Golden Pavilion, quiet Zen temples, geisha streets, shrines, and local back lanes.

“A great day on two wheels, enjoyed Kyoto largely off the token tourist trail. Our host Yuta was so knowledgeable and passionate, made the day really with great insights. The 1000yr old cafe stop, Zen Buddhist Temple among the many highlights. Yuta’s restaurant recommendations spot on too!”

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Pedal Adventure Kyoto's iconic landmarks on an e-bike tour - Starting near Gion and learning to read Kyoto

6.Pedal Adventure Kyoto’s iconic landmarks on an e-bike tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $86

Explore Kyoto by e-bike from Gion to Fushimi Inari, with temples, quiet lanes, river paths, snacks, and lively local guidance.

“We had a wonderful time with Maki on today’s e-biking tour. We learned a lot from her about the rich culture, history and traditions of Japan. We also enjoyed an elaborate tour of various neighborhoods of beautiful Kyoto, and visited several shrines and temples in the area. Maki was very knowledgeable and helpful during our more than four hour time on the tour. We had a fantastic body, mind and soul enrichment. I highly recommend this tour with Maki. Get ready to be surprised!”

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Arashiyama Bamboo Forest E-Biking Tour - Starting at NORU Kyoto Bike Tours

7.Arashiyama Bamboo Forest E-Biking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $116

Explore Kyoto by e-bike on a 25km small-group ride to Otagi Nenbutsu-ji, Tōji-in, rural lanes, and Arashiyama Bamboo Forest.

“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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Historical Kyoto E-Bike Tour - Kitano Tenmangu and the plum-tree season

8.Historical Kyoto E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $99

Explore Kyoto by e-bike from Kitano Tenmangu to Arashiyama, with temples, back streets, lunch, and a small group of eight.

“Cycling is a great way to see a city! Jody was an incredible guide. He was fun, knowledgeable and informative. There was eight in our group and he was very attentive to all of our requests and dietary needs at lunch. (Make sure you bring yen for food purchases.) It was obvious that his goal was for us to have the best time. I highly recommend you take this tour.”

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Early Bird E-biking through East Kyoto - Fushimi Inari and Tofukuji: a strong start

9.Early Bird E-biking through East Kyoto

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · from $138

Ride Kyoto’s temples, river paths, Gion lanes, and Philosopher’s Path on a small-group e-bike tour with lunch included.

“Nice way to see many beautiful sites!! Included a complementary coffee stop a lunch, delicious! Tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Easy ride”

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Best of Kyoto: Ginkakuji & Path of Philosophy E-Bike Tour - Ginkakuji begins the eastern Kyoto route

10.Best of Kyoto: Ginkakuji & Path of Philosophy E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3h 30m · from $69Best value

Cycle Kyoto’s eastern temples, Zen gardens, Philosopher’s Path, and quiet lanes on a guided e-bike tour with local insight.

“Loved the Tour Guide Phillip from France. He was very knowledgeable regarding Japan history and the path. He was flexible with our desires and even helped us with a short hike. I would rate this a 11 out of 10.”

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