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Arashiyama and Kyoto Temples: Bamboo Forest, Kinkakuji
京都市
Explore Arashiyama’s top spots in one day: Bamboo Forest, Tenryuji Temple, and more. Enjoy the Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Cruise.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Bamboo Forest Street - Enjoy the stunning bamboo forest, especially with fewer crowds on our early bird tour.
- Tenryuji Temple - A UNESCO World Heritage site, featuring exquisite Japanese gardens and a spacious tatami-style living room.
- Togetsukyo Bridge - Capture breathtaking views at Arashiyama’s most famous bridge. Perfect for photography!
- Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama - Observe and feed wild monkeys in their natural habitat.
- Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple - Discover 1200 unique Buddhist statues.
- Ryoanji Temple - Admire the serene Japanese rock garden with 15 stones, though not all are visible at once.
- Kinkakuji Temple - Experience a special visit to Kinkakuji Temple, including Japanese calligraphy and Matcha with sweets.
What's Included
- Helping to take good photos
- 2 Taxi and 2 bus fees
- Tickets for all places and activities (4 temples, Monkey Park)
- Snacks
- Japanese Calligraphy Experience in Kinkakuji Temple
- English guided tour
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Insurance: If you need, please prepare on your own.
- Gratitude
Additional Information
During this tour, participants will explore all the must-see attractions in Arashiyama and North West Kyoto, including the Bamboo Forest, Monkey Park, Otaginenbutsuji Temple, Tenryuji Temple, Togetsukyo Bridge, Ryoanji Temple, and Kinkakuji Temple. Additionally, there will be a unique and immersive experience at Kinkakuji, featuring an Easy Japanese Calligraphy session and a delightful break with Japanese matcha and sweets, all while visiting the temple.
- The total duration includes the travel time.
- Monkey Park may be also closed because of the weather conditions.
- Itinerary may be changed depending on weather, and operation.
- If any of the visiting places is closed, we will try to attend an alternative place.
- If you are late for the tour meeting time, we may have to leave you because this is group tour.
- This is our new tour. Please check our review from present tour here. https://www.viator.com/tours/Kyoto/Arashiyama-Sagano-The-Tale-of-Genji-Tour-with-Local-Based-Guide/d332-413800P1
- Not recommended for person who has difficulty to walk
Location
Randen Arashiyama Station Center
In front of Locker area at the Keifuku(Randen) Arashiyama station. Guide is waiting with holding visual sign.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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