Kyoto Trip Overview
Take a spin down the Path of Philosophy on this private Kyoto tour that gives you an overview of the city while using a mode of transport preferred by locals: the humble bicycle. See shrines, temples and mountains — this is an enlightening escape from the city.
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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Starts: Kyoto, Japan
Trip Category: Walking & Biking Tours >> Bike & Mountain Bike Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
Take a spin down the Path of Philosophy on this private Kyoto tour that gives you an overview of the city while using a mode of transport preferred by locals: the humble bicycle. See shrines, temples and mountains — this is an enlightening escape from the city.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Kamo River, Kyoto, Japan
The main river in Kyoto city and popular for walking and cycling among locals and tourists. The famous Japanese performing art Kabuki was born on makeshift stages on its dry riverbed some 400 years ago. We will cycle alongside the river enjoying the fresh breeze
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Heian Jingu Shrine Shinen Garden, 97 Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo-Ku Heian Jingu Shrine, Kyoto 606-8341 Kyoto Prefecture
One of the most important places for locals as it was built to commemorate the commencement of imperial reign in Kyoto.
Beautiful Cherry blossoms in spring. You will learn about Shintoism and its relationship with Japanese culture here.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Nanzen-ji Temple, 86 Nanzenji Fukuchicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8435 Kyoto Prefecture
One of Kyoto’s most important temples with the massive temple gate which is one of the three greatest Sanmon gates in Japan. The temple grounds are filled with red and yellow leaves in Autumn which attracts many people. There is a unique contrast between the timber-constructed temple building and the brick-built aquaduct that passes through the temple grounds.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Philosopher’s Walk, Sakyo-ku between Ginkakuji and Nyakuoji-jinja, Kyoto Kyoto Prefecture
2 km long path that follows a canal, lined with cherry trees which bloom in late March.
The tranquil nature of the path helps people to meditate while they are walking, and it is a great spot for cycling.
Duration: 30 minutes
