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Kyoto Rickshaw Tour

Kyoto
by Viator
DifficultyEasy
SeasonSee calendar when booking
LanguageJapanese, English

The Experience

Step into an authentic Japanese rickshaw for the ride of a lifetime, through some of the most scenic and historic districts in Kyoto, Japan. Explore the intriguing wooden buildings and stone alleys (maybe even spotting a geisha or two) in Kyoto’s famed Higashiyama area, all with a knowledgeable local guide and rickshaw driver. This authentic, customizable Kyoto adventure is a fun introduction to this beautiful city.

How to book

Booked on Viator, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.

  • Book with Viator

    4.9(217 reviews)

    Free cancellation · 24h before

    from₹3,758

    Includes: Rickshaw ride · Local English-speaking guide

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Logistics & Transit

Transport not included
Location
Kyoto

Difficulty & Fitness

Easy1/5

Easy — suitable for all fitness levels, no experience needed.

About the guide

Guide type
Tour Guide Led
Group experience
No — private booking

Know before you go

Not recommended for pregnant travelers Wheelchair accessible Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Public transportation options are available nearby Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries Suitable for all physical fitness levels Adult pricing applies to age 6 and over Children 5 years and under may sit on an adult’s lap (one child per adult) A maximum of 2 adults per rickshaw. Up to 2 children, 5 years and under, can ride with 2 adults (children have to ride on an adult's lap) While rickshaws are able to fit two adults, each rickshaw is 29.1 inches (74 centimeters) wide, and it is sometimes more comfortable to book individual rickshaws for each passenger. For passengers of size, we recommend booking a rickshaw for each participant to ensure a comfortable ride. Passengers who do not both fit in one rickshaw but wish to participate in a tour at the same time will be required to purchase an additional rickshaw, which may not be available on the date of the tour with an English-speaking guide if not booked in advance. Those customers who do not purchase an additional rickshaw at the time of booking cannot be guaranteed availability Wheelchair- and stroller-friendly This tour can be customized depending on your interests If a child (5 years and younger) will be using one of the two seats of the rickshaw, it must book as an adult. The amount of time you will be late will be deducted from your tour duration (delay of 10min or more results in automatic cancellation) Any time changes/rescheduling requests sent after 5pm the day before your tour can not be accommodated our tours take place, rain or shine. This tour does NOT include the bamboo forest in Kyoto Arashiyama finishing locations other than our rickshaw stand may be subject to an additional drop-off fee (payable on the day of the tour) not all landmarks on the itinerary can be covered by shorter tour options. Please discuss options in advance or directly with guide The voucher/ ticket can only be used at our Kyoto Higashiyama branch. It is invalid at our Kyoto Arashiyama branch.