Kyoto: 4-Hour Arashiyama Walking Tour
ID: GYG341101-606806
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Travel beyond the famous bamboo forest and explore the Arashiyama district with a local guide.
Start the tour from the JR Saga-Arashiyama station North Exit. Skip the regular and crowded route which leads directly to the bamboo forest, and make your way to the lesser-known Saga-Toriimoto area.
Visit the local gift shops and beautiful local temples and shrines. Learn about the local stories and legends of the area from your guide. Enjoy the beauty of the bamboo forest and learn about its significance for the locals.
Next, visit Tenryu-Ji temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous its beautiful Sogenchi pond and garden which was once owned by local aristocrats. Walk towards Arashiyama's iconic Togetsukyo bridge. Then, enjoy a traditional lunch with typical Kyoto cuisine. Enjoy the views over the Togetsukyo bridge from the restaurant while you are eating.
Highlights
- Explore a lesser-known side of Arashiyama with a local guide
- Visit Tenryu-Ji temple and its majestic garden
- Enjoy an authentic, exclusive Kyoto-style lunch with a special view of the Togetsukyo bridge
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is suitable for all ages
• As you will enter Buddhist and Shintoist facilities, please make sure to wear respectful clothing
• The restaurant offers vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Please come to the North Exit of JR Saga-Arashiyama.
A guide will be holding a orange signboard saying "Magical Trip Tour"
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
