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Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Zen Garden Tour
Product code 5568994P7
From
From USD 90
Dates
Available from May 7, 2026
Start times
8:30 AM, 3:30 PM
Travelers
Child ages 0-15, Adult ages 16-120
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Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Zen Garden Tour
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Duration
3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
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From
From USD 90
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Zen Garden Tour





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Duration
3 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Tokyo
Why Travelers Love This
Skip the crowded tours and experience Arashiyama’s icons with total privacy. This 100% private tour is reserved exclusively for your group (max 6), ensuring an efficient, intimate journey through Kyoto’s famous landscapes. Choose a morning or evening slot to suit your schedule. Why Choose This Tour? Total Exclusivity: No outsiders. Just you and your group. Save Your Battery: Your guide takes all photos on their device and shares them at the end. Stay in the moment while we capture the memories and save your phone’s power. Maximum Efficiency: See all "must-visit" spots in a short time without getting lost. Route Highlights: Kimono Forest: Start at Randen Station’s vibrant art pillars. Tenryu-ji Temple: Explore the UNESCO-listed Sogenchi Garden. Bamboo Grove: The iconic stalks, captured by your guide. Riverside & Togetsukyo Bridge: Scenic views of the Katsura River. Optional Monkey Park: Hike for wild macaques and city panoramas. Book your private, photo-ready Kyoto tour now!
Overview
Skip the crowded tours and experience Arashiyama’s icons with total privacy. This 100% private tour is reserved exclusively for your group (max 6), ensuring an efficient, intimate journey through Kyoto’s famous landscapes. Choose a morning or evening slot to suit your schedule. Why Choose This Tour? Total Exclusivity: No outsiders. Just you and your group. Save Your Battery: Your guide takes all photos on their device and shares them at the end. Stay in the moment while we capture the memories and save your phone’s power. Maximum Efficiency: See all "must-visit" spots in a short time without getting lost. Route Highlights: Kimono Forest: Start at Randen Station’s vibrant art pillars. Tenryu-ji Temple: Explore the UNESCO-listed Sogenchi Garden. Bamboo Grove: The iconic stalks, captured by your guide. Riverside & Togetsukyo Bridge: Scenic views of the Katsura River. Optional Monkey Park: Hike for wild macaques and city panoramas. Book your private, photo-ready Kyoto tour now!
What's Included
Included
Local recommendations for food and sightseeing
Complimentary photo service
Cultural and historical insights
Small-group personalized experience
Not included
Food and drinks
Transportation
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Guests will meet the guide at the designated meeting point in front of the Randen Arashiyama Station. Before the tour, guests will receive detailed meeting instructions, including a photo of the meeting location and the guide, to ensure an easy and stress-free meetup experience.
Itinerary
Stop 1
20 minutes
Stop 1
Enjoy this vibrant and artistic installation inspired by traditional kimono designs—perfect for unique and colorful photos.
Stop 2
40 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 2
Step into a UNESCO World Heritage Zen temple and explore its stunning garden. Discover how landscape, water, and mountains are used to express Zen philosophy and harmony.
Stop 3
30 minutes
Stop 3
The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove is a famous Kyoto landmark known for its tall bamboo and peaceful atmosphere. It offers a serene escape and reflects Japan’s deep connection with nature, making it a must-visit spot.
Stop 4
20 minutes
Stop 4
Take in scenic views of the Katsura River and surrounding mountains at this historic and picturesque landmark.
Stop 5
1 hour 10 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 5
Choose to continue with a short hike to see wild Japanese macaques and enjoy panoramic views over Kyoto. (Moderate physical effort required)
Additional Info
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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