Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo
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Is Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo worth booking?
Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo is a 5-hour experience in Tokyo, Japan, from $20000 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (6)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $20000 per person
★Survival Kit Included during summertime Cooling towel Extra drink or ice cream Enjoy one-way cycling tour to visit essential sightseeing spots in the central Tokyo with our folding bikes! With about 15km distance, it
What you get
- Bottled water
- Helmets
- Bicycle use
About this experience
★Survival Kit Included during summertime Cooling towel Extra drink or ice cream Enjoy one-way cycling tour to visit essential sightseeing spots in the central Tokyo with our folding bikes! With about 15km distance, it might be a bit tough for you, however, we promise that you can have unforgettable experience by this tour. We start at near Asakusa, one of the oldest town in Tokyo, then, cycle on the high streets. We visit the Ginza, the imperial palace, Tokyo tower, Takeshita shopping mall in Harajuku, Meiji shrine and so on. Finally, we arrive at the Shibuya zebra crossing. We can cross it by your bike, of course. You can take trains and subways to another place from Shibuya.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Helmets
- Bicycle use
Not included
- Private transportation
- Your personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Sakura Bridge
Taking wonderful photos with the Tokyo skytree.
10 minutes here
Edo Taito Traditional Crafts Center ( Edo Shitamachi Traditional Crafts Museum)
This is a museum exhibiting a lot of Japanese traditional handicrafts. You can see how wonderful our craftsmanship is.
20 minutes here
Senso-ji Temple
Sensoji is one of the biggest temples in Tokyo. Inside the temple, there are a lot of shops and snack stalls as well as a traditional gate and a pagoda. At the main building, you can see how Japanese worship is. You can leave bikes here, and please enjoy strolling.
20 minutes here
Ryogoku Kokugikan
Cycling in front of the Ryogoku Sumo stadium. We may have a time to take pictures.
5 minutes here
Yanagi Bridge
Yanagibashi is one of the bridges over canal in the central Tokyo. You can see rather old waterside landscapes of Tokyo and a lot of Yakatabune '(a party boat) jetties.
10 minutes here
Nihonbashi Bridge
Sightseeing old waterways from the bridge and the town around.
20 minutes here
Ginza
We cycle on the street in Ginza, one of the high streets with a lot of gorgeous brand shops such as Louis Vuitton, Chanel and so on.
Pass by without stopping
Imperial Palace
The imperial palace is a residence for the royal family with 115ha land. It was built on the former Edo castle, the Tokugawa Shogun's house as well as the center of Edo government. You can see the outside of the palace with stone walls and moats. We cycle in the part of the palace.
30 minutes here
National Diet Building
The national parliament building, officially the national diet building is built in 1936. There are a house of Representatives (a lower house) and a house of Councilors (an upper house). We cycle near the building.
Pass by without stopping
Tokyo Tower
With 333m tall, this tower was opened in 1958 mainly for broadcasting purpose. It is rather old, but it is still popular sightseeing spots not only for foreign tourists but Japanese. We cycle under the tower and have a time to take some photos.
10 minutes here
Meiji Jingu Gaien Ginkgo Avenue
This area is known as a lot of gingko trees, which turn yellow in autumn. Even in other seasons, trees on both sides of road is so beautiful. We enjoy cycling between the trees.
20 minutes here
Roppongi
Cycling through Roppongi, known as night town.
Pass by without stopping
Aoyama Street
Cycling on the road, known as one of the most fashionable in the central Tokyo.
20 minutes here
Takeshita Street
Pushing bikes inside this popular shopping mall. You may have a time for shopping.
30 minutes here
Omotesando
Cycling in one of the high streets in Tokyo, which has a lot of luxury brand shops.
10 minutes here
Meiji Jingu Shrine
This shrine is one of the biggest in Japan. Here, we park bikes and walk inside. Established in 1920, the shrine is dedicated to the former Emperor. You can see a lot of sake barrels which are dedicated to the Shinto deities to thank them for a rich harvest.
60 minutes here
Shibuya Crossing
The zebra crossing, known as always busy
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tokyo
About 3 minutes walk from Hikifune railway station on Tobu skytree line. About 5 minutes walk from Keisei Hikifune railway station on Keisei line. Find the board "Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour" on the ground floor, and come to the 2nd floor. Please come there 10 minutes before of your starting time.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour will be finished at Shibuya railway station, near the Shibuya zebra crossing. You can move to next destinations from there by public transports.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- ja, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- 東京下町自転車ツアー Tokyo Backstreets Bike Tour
Know before you go
- 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
- Our rental bikes are folding bikes with 14-20 inch, suitable for people between 140 - 180 cm tall. Please inform priorly if you are over 180cm.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Extremely Adaptable
Our experience was likely a little different than normal because of the weather we encountered. We got started on time and began our tour but about one hour into the tour it started raining very heavily. Luckily we were under cover and were able to wait out the delay in a nearby coffee shop where we got to know him a little better and hear some insights about Tokyo/Japan. My partner is from Thailand and he spoke enough Thai to communicate with her as well as myself in English. As the rain lightened up we continued the tour and he kept adjusting the tour as the rain periodically started and stopped. He gave us many options on how to continue the tour, even at one point offering to refund the entire amount of the tour due to the weather. We continued on and when we requested that we end the tour at our hotel instead of the normal end point, he happily agreed and plotted a new course. We always felt safe and looked after as we navigated the streets of Tokyo and learned more about a large city than you can from a book or video. I highly recommend this tour for those that enjoy city bike tours.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your great comments! It is appreciated. Yes, it was rainning on the day of your tour, but I enjoyed cucling with you. I hope you and your partner also were happy with the tour. Have a nice holiday in Japan! Takeshi
via Tripadvisor
Tokyo on wheels
Great day biking in Tokyo. Our guide Take made sure we were safe the whole time and we hit all the highlights and even some lesser known places. Getting around on the bikes was so easy and we got to see some of the back streets too. Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: Thank you for your great comments. It is so appreciated. We are happy to hear you really enjoyed backstreets in Tokyo. We hope you had a great time in Japan, and see you again some time. Takeshi
via Viator
Informative and fun
Takeshi is a great guide - informative, interesting and has a kind and quirky sense of humour which I thoroughly enjoyed. The bike tour required a moderate level of fitness and cycling confidence although I am sure that Takeshi would have reduced its intensity if required. Weaving around backstreets was fun and seeing large areas of Tokyo in 5 hours was for me quite exhilarating. Tokyo traffic is calm and considerate so even though the cycle paths are not that obvious I did not feel threatened. Highly recommended for the curious traveller.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your great comments. It is so appreciated. I really enjoyed cycling with you. If you are happy to cycle in the central Tokyo, I am happy, too. I hope you had a good time in Japan. See you some time! Takeshi
via Tripadvisor
Awesome
First I discovered parts of Tokyo that would have not been possible without the Bike, second the owner is a charming person , very service minded and with a deep knowledge about Tokyo I took the 5 hour, I think 3 hours is the best.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your great commnets. It is greatly appreciated. I hope you had a nice time and wonderful experiences during the tour. Have a good time both in Tokyo and other places! Takeshi
via Viator
Favorite Japan experience
We loved this bike tour. Our group was myself, my boyfriend, and his son and daughter who are 16 & 27. We were a little concerned about height and the folding bikes because while I am 5'2 everyone else is 5'7,5'11 and 6'2 but it wasn't an issue. We were in Japan for 10 days did a number of tours and excursions- a tea tasting, food tour and mount fuji and of them all this was my favorite. It was so exhilarating biking the streets of Tokyo and Taki gave us the Cultutral background. We did this on the last day of our trip and everywhere we went was a place we had not already seen. I hope to return to Japan again in the next few years and this is one that I will do again.
Response from the operator: It is so wonderful comments! Thank you so much! I am happy that you did not find problems about our bikes. Thank you any way, and see you again some time. Takeshi
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 7+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $20000 to $30000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 60
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tokyo.
How much does Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo cost?
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Prices start at $20000 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tokyo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tokyo is not rushed.
Is Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tokyo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 7. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tokyo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tokyo and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Half-Day Grand Bike Tour in Tokyo start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tokyo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tokyo?
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Tokyo is less a city than a stack of neighborhoods with completely different opening hours. A guided food crawl through Shinjuku's Omoide Yokocho gets you past the no-tourist curtains, while the day trips west to Hakone and Fuji need an early start to be worth the fare. Our ranking weighs guide quality heavily here, because in Tokyo the guide is the product. On Outty we rank every Tokyo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Tokyo Shinjuku Chopsticks Making Class, Tokyo : Asakusa Chopsticks Making Class, Shinjuku Night Food and Bar Crawl. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tokyo?
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Late March to May for blossom, October to November for clear Fuji views. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tokyo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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