Private Walking Tour in the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest with Guide

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About this activity

This is a PRIVATE 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.

For other languages (French, Spanish, German):

We cannot guarantee the availability of the Guide in the language you want, unless you contact us before booking the tour to check the Guide's availability.

Please contact us before booking. We will be able to confirm the available language on your requested date.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: German, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Japan Tour Adventure

Ages: Adults (0–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Okochi Sanso Entrance Ticket
Included: Shopping/Translation assistance
Included: Guide Fee
Included: Tenryuji Entrance Ticket
Included: Monkey Park Entrance Ticket

Not included

Not included: Shopping and Souvenirs
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Arashiyama Park, Kameyama Area

one hour

Explore the bamboo grove and reach the top of Arashiyama park for an amazing observation spot of the area.
Okochi Sanso Garden

45 min Admission included

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.
Tenryu-ji Temple

45 min Admission included

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.
Arashiyama

one hour Admission included

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

15 min

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.
Stop 6

one hour Admission included

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

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet by the map down the stairs on the NORTH EXIT of the JR "Saga-Arashiyama" station.

Get off the train, pass the gates, TURN RIGHT to the NORTH EXIT, go downstairs, and meet your guide near the map.

The guide wears a "JTA" navy cap and/or polo shirt.

End point

The tour officially ends at the Monkey Park.

Please listen to your guide's instructions, grab your ticket, and go for a short hike, leading you to the monkeys and one of the best views of Kyoto.

Take all the time you need, and leave the Monkey Park anytime you want.

Thank you for joining us.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The monkey park is a 20 minutes hike. While most people, including kids, can do it, please make sure your legs are strong enough. Thank you.