Japan · ARASHIYAMA & BAMBOO TOURS
The grove is four hundred metres long and belongs to whoever arrives before eight. These 15 either get you there early or give you the rest of Arashiyama — the monkeys, the villa gardens, the river — to justify a later start.
Full-day Kyoto highlights by air-conditioned coach, from Fushimi Inari’s torii tunnel to Golden Pavilion, bamboo grove, and World Heritage temples.
“We had a great tour with Sakura. She is an amazing tour guide. The buffet was also amazing. The tour was really informative and perfectly paced. If you only have short time in Kyoto I can highly recommend this tour.”
Osaka or Kyoto day trip packing Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Fushimi Inari, Nara, plus optional Kobe beef lunch, with a guide and bus.
“Some delays but that was not the guide´s fault. You always have those people who get lost or do not pay attention to the instructions. Maybe a smaller group is better if you dont want to deal with a bus full of passengers. The guide was great, answered to all our questions. Will definitely reccomment if you dont mind a bus full of tourist. Was great for us.”
One day bus tour from Osaka or Kyoto to Nara deer, Fushimi Inari torii gates, and Arashiyama bamboo, with smart timing and photo stops.
“Fiona is an enthusiastic guide who speaks multiple languages. This tour gives you a small amount of time in each location which then gives you the opportunity to revisit any that you enjoy.”
Walk Arashiyama with a small group through bamboo, shrines, Tenryu-ji gardens, and the Monkey Park hilltop, with admissions included.
“Marie was great! Highly entertaining and highly knowledgeable. It was a very enjoyable time. Definitely recommend.”
Arashiyama half-day walk with bamboo grove, Tenryuji temple, Okochi Sanso garden, monkey park views, plus optional sake lunch. Value at $87.
“It was a great tour. Beautiful nature, a very impressive garden and lots of monkeys. Don't worry about the walk to the top of the hill. Our guide Tom did a perfect job. We learned a lot from him. Thanks a lot!”
Kyoto Arashiyama half-day walk with Tenryu-ji Zen gardens, bamboo forest, monkeys at Monkey Park, Togetsukyo Bridge, and Uji matcha.
“Great tour. Lots of uphill walking to see monkeys. Depending on weather can be treacherous. Beautiful scenery, lots of historical information. Lovely to stop for matcha ice cream which was included.”
Day trip from Osaka or Kyoto to Arashiyama bamboo, Nara deer, and Fushimi Inari torii, with Kobe shabu lunch.
“Gary's kindness and attentiveness were highly appreciated. The itinerary was consistently adhered to, and the destinations were exceptional, with Gary's recommendations proving valuable.”
Kyoto highlights in one guided bus day, hitting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari.
“We've used Viator to book tours many times with no problems, however, this tour sadly isnt worth what we paid. While the guide was very friendly and clearly a kind person, we couldn't understand much of his English as he went back and fRead more”
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest after dark, with real urban legends, a brief solo walk, and a starter drink in a small group.
“If you are afraid of the dark and hope for a predictable attempt from someone to jump scare you in the dark, this is for you. Otherwise there ain't much to gain from this. I usually love ghost tour, I try one everywhere I go, each taught me a lot about local folklore. This was not it. Too much was only mere hearsay, no real storytelling.”
Beat Kyoto crowds on an 8am private bike tour in Arashiyama, with bamboo, Tenryu-ji garden time, and Togetsukyo Bridge views.
“We loved this break from the Kyoto crowds. Our guide Milo was amazing. Funny, kind, patient, and knowledgeable. Tour included a ride through the rice fields in addition to temples and shrines. Our 11 year old loved it as well.”
A private Arashiyama rickshaw tour with a bamboo forest route, shrine and temple stops, and a customizable guide who also helps with great photos.
“This is the only way to see the Bamboo Forest! Our rickshaw guide, Ai, was amazing. He did a great job with showing us all around Arashiyama and giving us history on the town and forest. He also took some fabulous pictures of us and took us to areas we wouldn’t have found on our own! 5 stars, no notes!”
Small-group Arashiyama walk through Bamboo Forest, Hokyoin, Okochi Sanso, and Tenryu-ji with lunch, matcha, and photos.
“Llegue 9:03 y no habia nadie ellos dicen que esperaron hasta las 9.10 pero es mentira nadie estaba ahi”
Kyoto Arashiyama rickshaw tour through the bamboo forest, then walk for the best viewpoints and shrines. Early morning helps dodge crowds.
“I had a tour with Daichi and it was an absolute highlight of my trip. His knowledge throughout the tour was second to none. I absolutely recommend this tour.”
Kyoto Arashiyama half day with Tenryu-ji, bamboo grove, matcha, shrine stops, Togetsu-kyo bridge, and Monkey Park macaques.
“Amazing!!! Tim was excellent! He guided us and explained things in the way! He was courteous, patient and bubbly! The activity itself was also amazing! What an experience”
Cycle Arashiyama with stops for Iwatayama monkeys, bamboo forest photos, Tenryu-ji garden, and Togetsukyo Bridge, with bike and admissions included.
“Our family went on about four or five tours and this was our favorite. Great way to see beautiful spots and riding bikes was a fun experience and very efficient. Rob was our guide. He was great with both the kids and the adults. We were theRead more”
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