Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys & secret spots | 5 hours

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Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys & secret spots
2 Adults x $77.89
$155.78
Approx Total
$155.78

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, English, French, Spanish
  • Okochi Sanso Entrance Ticket
  • Shopping/Translation assistance
  • Monkey Park Entrance Ticket
  • Tenryuji Entrance Ticket
  • Guide Fee
  • Shopping and Souvenirs
  • Lunch

Overview

This is a walking Tour. Like other famous places, most travelers don't know the real potential of Arashiyama, unless someone shows it to them. We are here to make your trip to Arashiyama memorable and help you the best way we can to make every second you spend in that area count. OTHER LANGUAGES (FRENCH / GERMAN / SPANISH) Some guides from our team can speak more than English and Japanese, but we cannot guarantee a specific language other than English on a shared tour. To confirm the availability of your preferred language on the date you wish to book our tour, don't hesitate to get in touch with us before your booking. Thank you.

Meeting points

18-12 Sagatenryūji Kurumamichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8373, Japan

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Meet by the taxi stand on the NORTH SIDE of the JR "Saga-Arashiyama" station. When getting out of the train at the JR Saga-Arashiyama Station, pass the gates, turn RIGHT to the NORTH EXIT, go downstairs, and meet your guide. Look for the guide wearing a navy cap with "JTA", or a red polo shirt.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Arashiyama Park, Kameyama Area

    Explore the bamboo grove and reach the top of Arashiyama park

    1 hour

  • Okochi Sanso Garden

    Take your time to enjoy the private Okochi Sanso garden, sit and take a deep breath, with a beverage served in a former tea house turned into a rest area.

    45 minutes

  • Tenryu-ji Temple

    Explore one of the most famous temples in the city, indoors and outdoors, and admire the Koi fish in the pond. Enjoy nature around you and learn more about the place you are visiting.

    45 minutes

  • Arashiyama

    Stop at every single shop you want to discover that amazing shopping street in Arashiyama, and ask your guide to assist you with anything.

    1 hour

  • Togetsukyo Bridge

    Besides the bamboo grove, this is probably the second most popular spot for a picture with the Katsura river, and the Majestic view of this iconic bridge.

    15 minutes

  • Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama

    Hike up the hill and explore the monkey park. That place is especially thrilling for families and kids.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • While single travelers can book this tour directly, there is a "2 guests minimum" rule to give the tour a GO. in case of a single guest, the session might be cancelled and the guest will be notify as soon as possible, offering a rescheduling, or a full-refund.
  • The access to the top of the Monkey Park consists of a short hike (15-20 minutes) through a steep path. Please get comfortable shoes and make sure you are in a reasonable physical condition to do it. Thank you.
  • āš ļøPLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLYāš ļø
  • This is NOT a private tour. It's a group tour that can have up to 12 people.
  • Please note that this is a WALKING TOUR, not a bus tour.
  • Please note, this tour is APPROXIMATELY 5 hours, meaning it can differ by around 30 minutes before or after the estimated time.
  • Our guide will contact you through what's app on departure time if you have not arrived, so please download WhatsApp prior to this tour. This will make any last minute communication easier between the guide and the guests.
  • Please get to the meeting location 15 minutes before the departure time. As we have other groups in the tour, we cannot accept any late guests. If you are late to the tour, YOU CANNOT JOIN the tour and will not be given a refund.
  • OTHER LANGUAGES (FRENCH / GERMAN / SPANISH) Some guides from our team can speak more than English and Japanese, but we cannot guarantee a specific language other than English on a shared tour. To confirm the availability of your preferred language on the date you wish to book our tour, Please contact us prior to your booking. Thank you.

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experienceā€™s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experienceā€™s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If itā€™s canceled due to poor weather, youā€™ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Reviews

4.9

88 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 84 reviews with 5 stars

Highly recommended

Published on Dec, 2024

Augustine was our guide and he was phenomenal. He is a kind and knowledgeable guide. The tour was perfect for our day trip to Kyoto. Augustine kindly offered other sights/experiences around Kyoto following the tour. Highly recommend this tour!

Great tour guide

Published on Dec, 2024

If youā€™re looking for a knowledgeable, passionate, and personable tour guide in Japan, I wholeheartedly recommend Tom. His expertise and dedication to providing an authentic experience transformed our trip into a journey of discovery and appreciation. Thanks to Tom, we are leaving Japan not just with beautiful memories but also with a profound understanding of its culture and history.

Augustine was an amazing...

Published on Dec, 2024

Augustine was an amazing tour guide. Very friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. 10/10, I have been recommending this tour with Augustine ever since.

Excellent Tour

Published on Nov, 2024

Toro was an excellent guide and definitely enhanced the experience of visiting the places with his knowledge. Heā€™s friendly and speaks English well. His sense of humor made us laugh. We loved the tour

Our tour guide TOM is amazing!!!

Published on Nov, 2024

This is a great tour!! If you want to learn about the history, ask for TOM as your tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and absolutely amazing!

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