Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour - Bamboo, Monkeys, Temple & Secrets | 5 hours

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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, English, Italian
  • Professional local guide
  • Tenryuji Temple (admission paid)
  • Bamboo Forest
  • Kimono Forest
  • Togetsukyo Bridge
  • Monkey Park (admission paid)
  • Tips (not rude, accepted & welcomed)
  • Lunch & Dinner
  • Pick up not available

Overview

Join our tour and uncover the essence of Arashiyama on foot, exploring hidden gems with our local guide. This walking tour perfectly blends natural beauty, cultural heritage, and interactive experiences. Wander through the serene Bamboo Grove, visit the historic Tenryuji Gardens, admire the vibrant Kimono Forest, cross the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge, and meet the monkeys at the park. This tour offers a complete Arashiyama experience in a short timeā€”just be prepared for a brief hike to the Monkey Park! Places you will visit: - Arashiyama Bamboo Grove - Monkey Park (hilltop) - Tenryuji Garden - Kimono Forest - Togetsukyo Bridge - and few hidden spots

Meeting points

Saga-Arashiyama Station
11-1 Sagatenryūji Kurumamichichō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8373, Japan

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Meeting spot: Saga Arashiyama Station on the JR Line at 9:30AM ~ 9:45AM Gather in front of the rounded window near the NORTH GATE (see picture) Highly recommended getting on the 9:09 train at Kyoto station. End point will be the monkey park. Please download WhatsApp before you come.

End point

Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
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We will end your journey with a visit to the enchanting Monkey Park, a must-see for animal lovers. Afterward, you can indulge in some unique shopping opportunities in the area to find one-of-a-kind souvenirs to remember your trip or head back to the station.

Itinerary

  • Arashiyama

    Saga-Arashiyama Station: Meet at the Saga-Arashiyama Station, where you can take a few minutes to explore the surrounding area and get acquainted with your group.

    20 minutes

  • Arashiyama

    Kimono Forest: From Tenryuji Temple we will walk to the nearby Arashiyama Kimono Forest, which is an impressive installation of 600 colorful pillars decorated with different kimono fabrics. This unique display is a must-see attraction in Arashiyama.

    20 minutes

  • Tenryu-ji Temple Sogenchi Teien

    Tenryu-ji Garden. We will visit the Tenryuji Garden, which is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its beautiful garden is considered one of the best garden in Japan.

    35 minutes

  • The Bamboo Forest Trail

    Bamboo Grove: From the station, we will head to the famous Bamboo Grove, which is only a few minutes away. This serene path is surrounded by towering bamboo trees, and the natural beauty of this area will leave you in awe.

    45 minutes

  • Arashiyama

    Quick lunch break

    35 minutes

  • Togetsukyo Bridge

    Togetsukyo Bridge: After visiting the Kimono Forest, we will go to the Togetsukyo Bridge, one of Arashiyama's most popular attractions. This bridge offers breathtaking views of the Hozu River and the surrounding mountains.

    15 minutes

  • Monkey Park Iwatayama

    Arashiyama Monkey Park: From the bridge, we will hike to the Arashiyama Monkey Park, which is located on a mountain overlooking Arashiyama. Here, you can interact with the Japanese monkeys and enjoy panoramic views of the city.

    1 hour

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adultā€™s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Interested in a private tour? Contact us on our website.
  • Single travelers can book this tour, but please note there is a ā€œ2 guests minimumā€ requirement for the tour to proceed. If only one guest is booked, the tour may be canceled. In such cases, you will be notified promptly, with options for rescheduling or a full refund.
  • Please note that shoes must be removed before entering the temple.
  • Be able to hike up to the hilltop of the monkey park

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Walking done at a great pace

Published on Dec, 2024

Beautiful scenery, Tim was excellent guide, he was very personable. Enjoyed his comments on areas we went. Didnā€™t walk at fast pace which was helpful. Didnā€™t care for a lol the stairs but I know thatā€™s part of culture, so had to deal. Was glad I took walking tour. Met a lot of interesting people. Love Japan.

Kyoto in the fall

Published on Dec, 2024

Tom was a awesome guide! Very knowledgeable with the history. The temple was nice, loved the garden. Monkey park was a challenge to get to. Bamboo and the Kimono forest interesting. The sake tasting was a surprise! I am not a big sake drinker, however it was nice to taste different types of sake.

Excellent tour with amazing guide

Published on Dec, 2024

This tour was amazing. Very informative. Tim was our tour guide and did a great job! He was very personable and knew his Japanese history.

Excellent tour and tour guide!

Published on Dec, 2024

Excellent tour and tour guide. We enjoyed learning the history, cultural info and places visited. Tim was very knowledgeable, friendly, professional and with a great sense of humor, kept everyone engaged; great tour overall!

Great tour!

Published on Dec, 2024

Tim was excellent! Very professional, knowledgeable, friendly and caring. We enjoyed the tour, learned about the shrines and temples, local culture and history.

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