Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour - Bamboo, Monkeys, Temple & Secrets
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Overview
Join our tour and uncover the essence of Arashiyama on foot, exploring hidden gems with our local guide. This walking tour perfectly blends natural beauty, cultural heritage, and interactive experiences. Wander through the serene Bamboo Grove, visit the historic Tenryuji Gardens, admire the vibrant Kimono Forest, cross the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge, and meet the monkeys at the park. This tour offers a complete Arashiyama experience in a short time—just be prepared for a brief hike to the Monkey Park! Places you will visit: - Arashiyama Bamboo Grove - Monkey Park (20 min hike to hilltop) - Tenryuji Garden - Togetsukyo Bridge - and hidden paths
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GET TICKETSTicket Options (3) Options Available
Option(s)
Lite Tour (3.5h excl. Monkeys)
Duration: 3 hours: Approximately 3½ hours, covering the Bamboo Grove, Tenryuji and Zen Garden. Monkey Park is not included: 3 ½ h tour visiting Ōkōchi Sanso, Tenryū-ji & the Bamboo Forest — Monkey Park admission not included (no visit).End Point on the Main Street: This tour ends on Arashiyama’s main street so you can explore local shops and cafés
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$68.89
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Group Tour
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$74.98
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Private (Prize per Group Size)
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$80
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Okochi Sanso (admission paid)
- Tenryuji Temple (admission paid)
- Bamboo Forest
- Matcha Green Tea (paid)
- Knowledgeable & Bilingual Tour Guide
- Togetsukyo Bridge
- Cultural and historical Insights
- Monkey Park (20-25 hike)
What's not Included
- Tips (accepted & welcomed)
- Lunch & Dinner
- Pick up not available
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tours are in English only. Want a different language like German or Italian? Please ask us before booking.
- There is a 20-25 minutes hike to the monkey park hilltop and the path is a bit steep.
- Solo travelers can book this tour, but please note there is a “2 guests minimum” requirement for the tour to proceed. If only one guest is booked, the tour may be canceled. In such cases, you will be notified promptly, with options for rescheduling or a full refund.
- For the privacy and comfort of all guests, smart glasses with recording capabilities (such as Ray-Ban Meta glasses) are not allowed during the tour.
- Be able to hike up to the hilltop of the monkey park (20-25 minutes)
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