Afternoon Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Monkey Park Kyoto Bike Tour

5.0
(247 reviews)

4 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Enjoy a late start and absolutely fall in love with Arashiyama on this amazing afternoon tour! Take a trip back in time where the very roads you ride were sub-temples of our World Heritage Tenryuji Zen Temple followed by a short hike up to the impressive panoramic view of Kyoto from Iwatayama Mountain and the accompanying Iwatayama Monkey Park. You will even experience some bamboo forest viewing and visits to some local shrines and temples not frequented by the crowds of tourists.

*AGE REQUIREMENT: Children must be at least 10 years old to participate. Please book our "Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Family Bike Tour (Infants & Toddlers)" for families with children under 10 years of age.

What's Included

Native English speaking bilingual guide
Admission fees
Bicycle
Bottled water
Helmet
No hotel pickup or drop off
Gratuity for your guide (always appreciated!)
E-bike (We use standard Cannondale city bikes)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Nearest train station - JR Saga Arashiyama Meeting Point is : JR Saga Arashiyama Station, Exit right at the ticket gates (See PDF in your Viator message inbox)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Take a pleasant 20 minute walk up to the top of Iwata mountain to the Monkey Park. Enjoy possible monkey viewing and an amazing view of Kyoto City.

    1 hour 15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Explore the beauty of the bamboo and be transfixed by one of the top soundscapes of Japan!

    25 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Stroll through one of the most beautiful Japanese gardens in Kyoto at the World Heritage Tenryuji Temple.

    25 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Take in the breathtaking mountain landscape of Arashiyama as you admire one of Japan's most iconic bridges- a view that perfectly captures the region's timeless beauty.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • 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
  • E-bikes and youth bikes are available upon request (additional fee may apply)
Supplied by Kyoto Bike Tour

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Cancellation Policy

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

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