Arashiyama Bamboo & Zen Gardens with Top Tier Guide

Discover Kyoto’s Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Zen Gardens with a native guide. Enjoy a private tour, cultural insights, and serene landscapes. Book now!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Togetsukyo Bridge - We will stop by and view the famous Togetsukyo Bridge
  • Tenryuji Temple - We will enter the World Heritage Tenryu-ji Temple where the guide will show you the interiors and the famous zen gardens in detail.
  • Bamboo Forest Street - Walk through and take pictures of the popular bamboo forest
  • Okochi Sanso Garden - Stop by for green tea and rest at the beautiful Okouchi Sanso gardens. The guide will explain insightful details about Japanese gardening and architecture.
What's Included
  • Top expert guide speaking clear native English
  • All entrance fees (Tenryuji Temple & Gardens, Okouchi Sanso OR Monkey Park)
What's Not Included
  • Food, drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Let’s explore Kyoto’s Arashiyama area in this walking tour covering the famous Bamboo Forest, Tenryu-ji Temple, Okouchi Sanso (or Monkey Park), and more. The expert guide will show you Arashiyama and Japanese culture in native, clear English so everything will be easy to understand. The friendly guide will show you insights into Japanese culture, Temples, and Japanese gardens, while you enjoy the relaxing ambience of the Arashiyama Park area.

This is a Private Tour (no other guests)

Optional: Visit Monkey Park instead of Okouchi Sanso (if you prefer Monkey Park just let the Guide know at the start of tour)

Morning or Afternoon start times (book at your convenience)

All admission fees are included

Location
Tully’s Coffee - Randen Arashiyama Station
Tully's Coffee inside Randen Arashiyama Station (Be careful not to mistake with the other 2 stations in the area, Saga Arashiyama or Hankyu Arashiyama)
Cancellation Policy

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

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Jon
Jul 26, 2024
Detailed / Fun-informative - Richard did a terrific job explaining the tour. He was friendly , knowledgeable , detailed and went the extra mile. I highly recommend him for next your in Kyoto. You will have a memory of a lifetime like we did
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