Private Day Tour - Kyoto Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Perfect Tour!

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Nonomiya Shrine: This shrine is located in the bamboo forest of Arashiyama. This shrine was the setting for the 1,000-year-old historical work The Tale of Genji, and is believed to bring blessings such as marriage and fertility. Enjoy the quiet and magical atmosphere of the temple grounds, which are close to the bamboo forest path.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2

  Arashiyama Bamboo Grove: The bamboo forest path is one of Kyoto's most famous sightseeing spots. Bamboo trees about 20 meters high stand on both sides of the 400 meter long road, making it look like a green tunnel. You can enjoy a leisurely stroll while being surrounded by the refreshing scent of bamboo.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Jojakko-ji Temple: This is a temple surrounded by lush greenery located halfway up Mt. Ogura. Many maple trees are planted within the grounds, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of each season. Because it is located on a hill, you can get a panoramic view of the area around Arashiyama, and you can take pictures of the beautiful scenery along with the pagoda.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 4

  Tenryu-ji Temple: It is a representative Zen temple in Arashiyama, Kyoto. This prestigious and historic temple was built by the first shogun of the Muromachi Shogunate, and there are many attractions within the grounds, including a beautiful garden and a large dragon painting. Experience Zen at a temple surrounded by the beautiful nature of Arashiyama.

  1 hour • Admission ticket not included
• 5

  Arashiyama shopping street: This is Arashiyama's main street. There are many shops representing Kyoto and Arashiyama. Not only can you enjoy gourmet food unique to Kyoto, but buying souvenirs is also fun.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free
• 6

  Togetsukyo Bridge: This is a famous bridge that spans the Katsura River and is a symbol of the Arashiyama area. It is said that the unique name of the bridge was derived from the way the moon moves over the bridge. Take a commemorative photo on the bridge, which was designed to blend in with Arashiyama's beautiful scenery.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7

  Arashiyama Monkey Park IWATAYAMA: This park is home to Arashiyama's wild monkeys, and is a popular spot where you can enjoy interacting with them. You can also see the city of Kyoto from the top of the mountain. Enjoy contact with animals and nature at the same time!

  1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket not included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• All transportation costs, entrance fees, food and drink costs, etc. incurred at the visited spots, will be borne by the customer.
• If the weather is bad on the day, there is a possibility that the means of transportation, destinations, and routes may be changed.
• The disbanding location is different from the meeting location. If you wish to change the dissolution location, please consult your guide.
• There will be a lot of walking, so please wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

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