Experience Serenity: Shoren-in Temple Kyoto Tours

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 loca...

• Ebisuya, Kyoto Higashiyama
• Yasaka Pagoda
• Miyagawacho Kaburenjo
• Tatsumi Bridge
• Shoren-in Temple (Shoren-in Monzeki)
• Chion-in Temple
• Yasaka Shrine
• Nene-no-Michi

• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Our Japanese staff guided over 200 tours from 2018 to 2020, and we're thrilled to be back in Kyoto! If you're looking to explore Kyoto efficiently, our biking tour is the perfect choice. Unlike bus or walking tours, which can be time-consuming, our bike tours allow you to visit popular destinations...

• Gion
• Tatsumi Bridge
• Heian Shrine
• Nejirimampo (Keage Tunnel)
• Murinan
• Shoren-in Temple (Shoren-in Monzeki)
• Chion-in Temple
• Maruyama Park
• Nenenokomichi
• Yasaka Pagoda
• Yasui-Konpiragu
• Kennin-ji Temple
• Gion

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Children aged 1-3 are welcome to join this bike tour, however, we require a special bike for their use. (An additional fee of ¥2,500 per bike will be charged on the day of the tour, if available.)

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

I live in Kyoto—a city I truly love. Kyoto reminds me of something I had forgotten. In the rush of everyday life, I often find myself pressed for time. There are a few places I visit from time to time. A quiet garden surrounded by trees, and a five-hundred-year-old temple steeped in history and trad...

• Gion Shirakawa
• Shoren-in Temple (Shoren-in Monzeki)
• Nanzen-ji Temple
• Old Mitsui Family Shimogamo Villa

• Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

I live in Kyoto—a city I truly love. Kyoto reminds me of something I had forgotten. In the rush of everyday life, I often find myself pressed for time. There are a few places I visit from time to time. A quiet garden surrounded by trees, and a five-hundred-year-old temple steeped in history and trad...

• Ryoan-ji Temple
• Shoren-in Temple (Shoren-in Monzeki)
• Gion Shirakawa
• Kyoto City Nakagyo Area Gymnasium

• 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, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, The transfer is already included on the total duration of the product.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Experience the enchanting allure of Kyoto with our exclusive Private Luxury Day Tour. Discover the essence of Japan's ancient capital through an 8-hour customizable journey aboard a private vehicle, with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off included. Delve into the city's hidden gems and rich cultu...

• Arashiyama
• Kinkakuji Temple
• Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
• Kiyomizu-dera Temple
• Gion
• Sanjusangendo Temple
• Ginkakuji Temple
• Nishiki Market Shopping District
• Kyoto Imperial Palace
• Ryoan-ji Temple
• Tenryu-ji Temple
• Nanzen-ji Temple
• Heian Shrine
• Nijo Castle
• Daikaku-ji Temple
• Kifune Shrine
• Yasaka Shrine
• Eikando Zenrinji Temple
• Kodai-ji Temple
• Shoren-in Temple (Shoren-in Monzeki)
• Tofuku-ji Temple
• Jonangu Shrine
• Toji-in Temple

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.