Private Walking Tour in the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest with Guide

Early booking recommended
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Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 5 hours

This is a PRIVATE walking, Tour.

Like other famous places, most travelers don't know the real potential of Arashiyama, unless someone shows it to them.

We are here to make your trip to Arashiyama memorable and help you the best way we can to make every second you spend in that area count.

For other languages (French, Spanish, German):

We cannot guarantee the availability of the Guide in the language you want, unless you contact us before booking the tour to check the Guide's availability.

Please contact us before booking. We will be able to confirm the available language on your requested date.

What's included

  • Okochi Sanso Entrance Ticket
  • Shopping/Translation assistance
  • Guide Fee
  • Tenryuji Entrance Ticket
  • Monkey Park Entrance Ticket

What's not included

    What's not included
    • Shopping and Souvenirs
    • Lunch

    Languages spoken by guide

    German
    English
    French
    Spanish

    Additional information

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    The monkey park is a 20 minutes hike. While most people, including kids, can do it, please make sure your legs are strong enough. Thank you.

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Location

    Departure point

    18-12 Sagatenryūji Kurumamichichō, 18-12, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8373
    Meet by the map down the stairs on the NORTH EXIT of the JR Saga-Arashiyama station. Get off the train, pass the gates, TURN RIGHT to the NORTH EXIT, go downstairs, and meet your guide near the map. The guide wears a JTA navy cap and/or polo shirt.

    End point

    Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama, 西京区, 京都市, 616-0004
    The tour officially ends at the Monkey Park. Please listen to your guide's instructions, grab your ticket, and go for a short hike, leading you to the monkeys and one of the best views of Kyoto. Take all the time you need, and leave the Monkey Park anytime you want. Thank you for joining us.

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