Kyoto Backstreet Biking Tour with English Guide
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GoPro and electronic bike option available
Tour with an English-speaking guide
Start and end point near Kyoto station
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Kyoto's Back Street Tour
2015/09/24
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Steve Freeman
Great trip, very organised and informative. We had a brilliant experience, the guide was excellent, knowledgeable, told us all the local history and where best to go. Keiko was very polite, friendly and kept us very safe on the roads. We highly recommend this trip to anyone visiting Kyoto. What a beautiful place to visit.
Overview
Kyoto
3 - 3.5 hour(s)
Available Daily
Pick-up not available
What to expect
Get a special local's eye view of Kyoto as you cycle through hidden back roads. Pedal past all gems of this fantastic city on an incredible, private bike tour!
VELTRA says:
Explore Kyoto on a hop-on bike and pass through the beaten paths of the city with your English-speaking guide.
Explore Kyoto on a hop-on bike and pass through the beaten paths of the city with your English-speaking guide.
Tour Guide Introduction
Name: JJ (nickname) or Yasunobu Yagyu
Message: Hi, I’m JJ, your cycling tour guide of Kyoto Cycle Tour Project. I am 70 years old, but young at heart and full of physical and mental strength. I JUST LOVE KYOTO and would like to make your trip a lot more fun with the simple and exact explanation of the historic episodes and cultural aspects of Japan, which probably make your stay in Kyoto more memorable. I could briefly explain the history of Japan in 5 minutes with my paper titled "Brief History of Japan". I have special interest to discuss the incidents in 794, 1185, 1603, 1868 and 1945, turning points of Japan. With my abundant experience in the international business arena, living in 5 countries for 15 years and visiting 65 countries, I could easily talk with virtually any people in the world. Besides English, I could speak a bit of Spanish, Chinese. Both are at the primary 1 level, though. I will be expecting to meet you and enjoy cycling tour in Kyoto on the comfortable and refreshing wind.
Name:Hiro
Message: Hello! Bon jour! My name is Hiro. I’ve been working as a cycling tour guide in Kyoto.I have a license of government licensed tour guide in English and speak French a little. Now I live in Osaka, I love snowboarding, full marathon and of course cycling. Getting around by bike is very comfortable, even in a busy tourist season, you can enjoy with no traffic congestion, as you may know, cycling helps boost your metabolism. In Kyoto, you can also enjoy countless historical sites. Kyoto is not only an old capital but also the country’s cultural heart. Put your kickstand up, and join our bike tour! J'espère vous voir bientôt ! Merci !
Name:Annie
Message: Hi,I’m Annie, a cycling guide from KCTP. I love cycling and talking to people from different countries. I’ve been working for KCTP for more than 5 years. I enjoy myself to show the beautiful spots in Kyoto and tell the interesting stories about impressive Japanese culture to foreign visitors. Actually, I don’t live in Kyoto. I live near Kobe (famous town with Kobe beef) and it takes three hours for commuting every time. In spite of the long commuting time, the town of Kyoto attracts me and makes me want to work there. Now, Kyoto is very busy with a lot of tourists, but still, there are many little- known spots. And cycling is the best way to visit these places! Why don’t you join us? Let’s cycle on quiet small streets and find the real Kyoto!
Name: JJ (nickname) or Yasunobu Yagyu
Message: Hi, I’m JJ, your cycling tour guide of Kyoto Cycle Tour Project. I am 70 years old, but young at heart and full of physical and mental strength. I JUST LOVE KYOTO and would like to make your trip a lot more fun with the simple and exact explanation of the historic episodes and cultural aspects of Japan, which probably make your stay in Kyoto more memorable. I could briefly explain the history of Japan in 5 minutes with my paper titled "Brief History of Japan". I have special interest to discuss the incidents in 794, 1185, 1603, 1868 and 1945, turning points of Japan. With my abundant experience in the international business arena, living in 5 countries for 15 years and visiting 65 countries, I could easily talk with virtually any people in the world. Besides English, I could speak a bit of Spanish, Chinese. Both are at the primary 1 level, though. I will be expecting to meet you and enjoy cycling tour in Kyoto on the comfortable and refreshing wind.
Name:Hiro
Message: Hello! Bon jour! My name is Hiro. I’ve been working as a cycling tour guide in Kyoto.I have a license of government licensed tour guide in English and speak French a little. Now I live in Osaka, I love snowboarding, full marathon and of course cycling. Getting around by bike is very comfortable, even in a busy tourist season, you can enjoy with no traffic congestion, as you may know, cycling helps boost your metabolism. In Kyoto, you can also enjoy countless historical sites. Kyoto is not only an old capital but also the country’s cultural heart. Put your kickstand up, and join our bike tour! J'espère vous voir bientôt ! Merci !
Name:Annie
Message: Hi,I’m Annie, a cycling guide from KCTP. I love cycling and talking to people from different countries. I’ve been working for KCTP for more than 5 years. I enjoy myself to show the beautiful spots in Kyoto and tell the interesting stories about impressive Japanese culture to foreign visitors. Actually, I don’t live in Kyoto. I live near Kobe (famous town with Kobe beef) and it takes three hours for commuting every time. In spite of the long commuting time, the town of Kyoto attracts me and makes me want to work there. Now, Kyoto is very busy with a lot of tourists, but still, there are many little- known spots. And cycling is the best way to visit these places! Why don’t you join us? Let’s cycle on quiet small streets and find the real Kyoto!
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Activity Provider Kyoto Cycling Tour Project, Inc.(KCTP)
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 3 business days to 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 2 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 1 business days to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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- Everyday
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Payment Methods
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 3 business days to 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 2 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 1 business days to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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Restrictions
- For safety reasons, there are conditions set for child participants. Should the children not fulfill the conditions, the cycling tour will be cancelled or replaced by a walking tour. However, please note that in the case of cancellation, the cancellation fee will be charged. In addition, adult participants are required to be able to ride on a public road.
- For safety reasons, children must be meet the following conditions to join.
1. Must be over 10 years of age.
2. Must be over 110 cm in height.
3. Must be able to ride a bike. - Those who cannot ride a bike may not participate.
Required items to bring & attire
- Please wear clothing suitable for cycling and closed toe shoes.
Additional notes
- To use the bicycle after the cycling tour, there will be an additional fee of 500 JPY per bicycle.
- Depending on weather conditions, a walking tour may be substituted for the cycling tour.
- Please note that traffic conditions and weather conditions may delay the cycling tour finishing time.
- In case the rented GoPro is damaged or lost, participants will be responsible for shouldering the full price of JPY40000.
- Participants may bring their own SD card for the rental GoPro or purchase onsite.
Item: Sandisk 32GB microSD, Class 10-U3
(Recommended for Go Pro Hero 7)
Price: JPY8000 (payment onsite)
Restrictions
- For safety reasons, there are conditions set for child participants. Should the children not fulfill the conditions, the cycling tour will be cancelled or replaced by a walking tour. However, please note that in the case of cancellation, the cancellation fee will be charged. In addition, adult participants are required to be able to ride on a public road.
- For safety reasons, children must be meet the following conditions to join.
1. Must be over 10 years of age.
2. Must be over 110 cm in height.
3. Must be able to ride a bike. - Those who cannot ride a bike may not participate.
Required items to bring & attire
- Please wear clothing suitable for cycling and closed toe shoes.
Additional notes
- To use the bicycle after the cycling tour, there will be an additional fee of 500 JPY per bicycle.
- Depending on weather conditions, a walking tour may be substituted for the cycling tour.
- Please note that traffic conditions and weather conditions may delay the cycling tour finishing time.
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Kyoto Backstreet Biking Tour with English Guide
Get a special local's eye view of Kyoto as you cycle through hidden back roads. Pedal past all gems of this fantastic city on an incredible, private bike tour!
