Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Day Trip from Kyoto with a Local: Private & Personalized | 6 hours

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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Day Trip from Kyoto with a Local: Private & Personalized
2 Adults x $392.51
$785.02
Approx Total
$785.02

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Japanese, English
  • 6 hours walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
  • Tickets to Okochi Sanso Villa
  • A private personalized walking tour with a passionate local
  • Tickets to Monkey Park Iwatayama
  • Tickets to 4 of the following 5 temples: Tenryu-ji, Jojakko-ji, Gio-ji, Otagi Nenbutsuji, Daikaku-ji
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used)
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Bicycle rentals

Overview

Enjoy a dreamy day trip to the tranquil district of Arashiyama, home to famous Bamboo Grove and some very cheeky monkeys! Visit some of the temples and explore the riverbanks around the Togetsukyo Bridge. Venture to the well-preserved, Saga-Toriimoto Street and smaller sites like Gioji. Sample an authentic meal at a neighborhood eatery - we find that lunch always seems to roll around eventually. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Meeting points

Mister Donut - JR Kyoto Station Building Shop
Japan, 〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokōjichō, 京都府京都市 下京区烏丸通塩小路下る東塩小路町901

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(The host will be waiting in front of the Mister Donut) After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

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Itinerary

  • Arashiyama (Pass By)

    Explore the beautiful scenery of the Arashiyama district with its magical bamboo grove with a knowledgeable host by your side. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

  • Jojakko-ji Temple (Pass By)

    Discover hidden gems away from the crowds like the Jojakko-ji Temple, a quiet and pleasant temple surrounded by the beautiful nature on the mountainside of Ogura mountain. It offers a spectacular overlook views of Arashiyama from its 12 m tall pagoda. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

  • Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama (Pass By)

    Visit the monkeys at the Arashiyama Monkey Park - they’re cheeky things though, don’t be fooled by those adorable faces. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

  • Tenryu-ji Temple (Pass By)

    One of the main highlights of this area, Tenryu-ji was ranked first among the city's five great Zen temples, and is registered as a world heritage site. Take the chance to learn more about Japanese Buddhism while relaxing in its beautiful landscape garden, created by the famous garden designer Muso Soseki. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

  • Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple (Pass By)

    One of the underrated -but definitely worth visiting- temples on the outskirts of Arashiyama, it houses a collection of 1200 unique and whimsical statues which rewards the adventurous visitors. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

  • Daikaku-ji Temple (Pass By)

    Former imperial palace, now converted into a temple, Daikakuji played a role in several historical events.
Would you like to discover more about Japanese culture and literature? Ask your host to tell you more about “the Tale of Genji”, the first novel in Japanese literature, taking place right here, at Daikaku-ji. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

  • Okochi Sanso Garden (Pass By)

    One of the top sights in Kyoto, the main house here is a marvelous example of traditional Japanese architecture. 
The entrance ticket includes a taste of Japanese finest Matcha tea and wagashi (traditional sweet). Take your time to explore the beautiful garden, and you will find out why the imperial family built retreats in Arashiyama solely for its scenery. IMPORTANT: As this is a private and personalized experience, the places you visit may differ from those listed and these will be chosen by your host based on your interests and preferences

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • 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.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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43 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 36 reviews with 5 stars

Monkeys and Bamboo Grove

Published on May, 2024

We had a fabulous time on this trip!! The tour guide Kokoro was really great and knowledgeable about history and all the sights! The Bamboo Grove was amazing and we loved feeding the monkeys!

Tour with young kids

Published on Apr, 2024

We had Alex as our guide and he was great. As we have young children he made sure the experience was suitable for them too, spending more time at the monkey park. At the end of the tour he took us to markets and sent me directions to more places that would be good to take the kids for the rest of our stay in Kyoto.

Excellent guide

Published on Mar, 2024

Our guide Ada is amazing. As it was pouring rain, we decided to skip the bamboo forest and Ada took us to lesser known shrines and historic sites. Her understanding of Japanese culture and history was a delight and most interesting to listen to.

Bamboo forest

Published on Mar, 2024

The trip was wonderful. It was very peaceful and interesting and the bamboo forest was beautiful. Our guide, Hide, was very kind and helpful in both setting the itinerary and helping with my sprained ankle.

Excellent tour, fantastic guide

Published on Mar, 2024

Mia was EXCELLENT. She was flexible and kind to my son who has autism and enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We loved our tour!!

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