Share this tour
Offered languages
- English
- Italian
Experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of Kyoto with our Arashiyama, Bamboo Forest, and Beyond. Begin the tour amidst the towering bamboo stalks of Arashiyama's Bamboo Forest, an otherworldly experience that feels like stepping into a different realm.
This walking tour invites you to connect with both nature and tradition, leaving you with a profound appreciation for Arashiyama's wonders.
**Rain, shine, or a bit of both— our walking tours still go on!**
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
In front of the 7-Eleven located outside the main entrance of JR Kyoto Station. Travel Story Teller will wait for you showing a nameboard with “IOJ Logo” on it.
Saga Arashiyama Station
Itinerary
-
1
Extending into the foothills in the western part of Kyoto, Arashiyama is an area that is home to countless temples and shrines surrounded by nature. Its bamboo forest (the largest in all of Japan), is popular with both local and non-local travelers.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Officially called Arashiyama park Kameyama area, it is a perfect spot where you can admire the scenic beauty of Arashiyama in all its seasonal colors. From the observation deck, it is possible to admire the entire surrounding area, especially the Hozu River and the mountains in which Arashiyama is enclosed.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
The famous bridge that crosses the moon extends along the Katsura River. At 155 meters long, it is one of Arashiyama's most popular stops from which to admire the horizon.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
A colorful path made up of about 600 cylinders covered in acrylic fabric in the style of Kyo-Yuzen (the traditional technique of dyeing kimonos).
35 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tags
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Show more
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Your guide to the flawless travel experience
Popular Countries
Company
Get our app
