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Experience Arashiyama Park: Kyoto's Scenic Masterpiece

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Arashiyama Park, a premier Kyoto destination where nature and tradition meet. Wander through the iconic Sagano Bamboo Forest, explore historic temples, and witness stunning seasonal landscapes from vibrant autumn colors to serene river views. Whether you are looking for a private guided walking tour, a cultural deep dive, or an adventurous day trip, our curated experiences offer the perfect way to explore this scenic paradise. Discover hidden gems, enjoy expert local insights, and create unforgettable memories in the heart of Japan's most enchanting landscape. Book your Arashiyama adventure today!

4.88/5 avg ratingFrom $48 per person122+ unique experiences92% free cancellation

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.88★ average

Based on 30,028 pooled reviews with 94% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$103–$425 typical

Median price is $223, with a full range of $49–$690

Tour Type

Tour Type

Cultural walking tours

74% are walking tours and 81% focus on cultural themes

Tour Length

Tour Length

4–10 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

92% free cancellation

93% of options also offer instant confirmation

Best Value

Best Value

Adventure tours

Averages 4.98★ at $207, which is at or below typical pricing

168 Products

Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Garden & Secrets

Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Garden & Secrets

5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.97 (1,861 reviews)
97.46%
2.54%
Great tourexcellent guidegreat experience
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$68
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Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Garden & Secrets
Summary

Explore Arashiyama on a small-group walking tour with an English-speaking guide. Walk through the Bamboo Forest, visit Tenryu-ji’s garden, cross Togetsukyo Bridge and see the monkeys and Kyoto views at Monkey Park Iwatayama. Admission to Tenryu-ji’s garden and Monkey Park is included in your tour pr...

Inclusions
  • Bamboo Forest
  • Monkey Park Iwatayama entrance fee included
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Fushimi Inari (Combo Tour only)
  • Tenryu-ji Temple garden entrance fee included
  • Togetsukyo Bridge
Exclusions
  • Tips (accepted & welcomed)
  • Lunch & Dinner
  • Pick up not available
Itinerary
  • Arashiyama
  • The Bamboo Forest Trail
  • Tenryu-ji Temple Sogenchi Teien
  • Arashiyama
  • Togetsukyo Bridge
  • Monkey Park Iwatayama
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, 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), Recording & live streaming are NOT allowed during the whole tour!
Cancellation Policy

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

Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night

Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night

2.5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.96 (1,628 reviews)
94.66%
5.34%
Great experienceamazingso much fun
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$43
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Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night
Summary

MOST UNIQUE GHOST TOUR. After visiting Fushimi Inari and wandering through Gion, most travelers think they’ve seen Kyoto. But when night falls, the city feels different. This Ghost Tour takes you into the Bamboo Forest after dark for an immersive experience filled with folklore, creepy legends, an...

Inclusions
  • A SOLO walk in the bamboo forest
  • An Anti Curse QR code (limited)
  • A Japanese Curse (only lasting 24 hours!)
  • Urban Legends, Real Ghost Stories & Serial Killers
  • 1 drink (alcoholic or non-acoholic)
Exclusions
  • Tips (WELCOMED & ACCEPTED)
  • Souvenir ghosts (they prefer to stay in the forest)
  • Exorcisms (we like our ghosts just the way they are!)
Itinerary
  • Arashiyama
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Absolutely NOT recommended for travelers that are afraid of the DARK, NO linking arms during the SOLO walk!, Must be able to walk alone in the dark, IMPORT: some topics are NOT suitable for some people (suicide, serial killers, sexual assault), Not Your Typical Ghost Tour: Focused on Real Mysteries, Not Mythical Yōkai, Minimum age is 16!, Not recommended to walk around the area before the tour, Recording & live streaming are NOT allowed during the whole tour!
Cancellation Policy

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

Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English Speaking Guide

Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English Speaking Guide

6 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.95 (2,063 reviews)
97.48%
2.52%
great touramazingexcellent guide
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$101
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Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English Speaking Guide
Summary

Kyoto is one of Japan’s most popular destinations, so sightseeing can be very crowded during the day. In this tour, we start early to beat the crowds and visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kinkakuji, and Arashiyama. ⬇︎ PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ⬇︎ ▶️ This is a walking tour that uses public transportation, we...

Inclusions
  • English-Speaking Guide
Exclusions
  • Public Transportation Fare (About 1240 yen) *This Tour Uses Public Transportation
  • Food and Drinks
Itinerary
  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
  • Arashiyama
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Travel time is included in total tour duration., Strollers are not allowed on this tour.
Cancellation Policy

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

Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide

8 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.92 (1,691 reviews)
96.96%
3.04%
great guidehighly recommendamazing
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$107
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Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed Guide
Summary

Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Walking around this beautiful city can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple towers over the historical Gion d...

Inclusions
  • Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Kyoto
  • Customizable itinerary (4h: 2–3 sites, 6h: 3–4 sites, 8h: 4–6 sites)
  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Exclusions
  • Personal expenses
  • Private Vehicle
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
Itinerary
  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple
  • Nijo Castle
  • Gion
  • Nishiki Market
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace
  • Pontocho
  • Ginkakuji Temple
  • Nanzenji Suirokaku
  • Tofuku-ji Temple
  • To-ji Temple
  • Kinkakuji Temple
  • Ninna-ji Temple
  • Shugakuin Imperial Villa
  • Kurama-dera
  • Ryoan-ji Temple
  • Arashiyama
  • Katsura Imperial Villa
  • Daikaku-ji Temple
  • Tenryu-ji Temple
  • Yoshimine-dera
  • Togetsukyo Bridge
  • Bamboo Forest Street
  • Okochi Sanso Garden
  • Jojakkoji Temple
  • Nisonin
  • Gio-ji Temple
  • Adashino Nembetsu-ji Temple
  • Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple
  • Daitoku-ji Temple
  • Myoshinji Temple
  • Eikando Zenrinji Temple
  • Sanjusangendo Temple
  • Kennin-ji Temple
  • Byodoin Temple
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Wheelchair accessible, Pick up & Drop Off is on foot, This is a walking tour, Please reserve at least 2 weeks in advance
Cancellation Policy

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

PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

9 hrsSkip the lineEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.92 (17,484 reviews)
97.01%
2.99%
Great tourgreat tour guideamazing
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$126
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PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour
Summary

【All-inclusive】 ・All admission fees and a Japanese buffet lunch are included. ・Discover Kyoto's must-see landmarks and World Heritages in one day efficiently and comfortably on this full-day coach tour. ・Start your adventure at Kiyomizu-dera Temple and enjoy its magnificent panoramic views. Admire...

Inclusions
  • A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Admission for Tenryuji Temple
  • Departure from and return to Kyoto Station
  • Admission for Sanjusangendo Temple
  • Admission for Kiyomizu Temple
  • Buffet Lunch (If selected)
  • Admission for Kinkakuji Temple
  • Multilingual Audio Guidance
  • Lunch is a buffet, so the lunch is the same for vegetarians
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks, unless Specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple
  • Sanjusangendo Temple
  • Arashiyama
  • The Bamboo Forest Trail
  • Tenryu-ji Temple
  • Kinkakuji Temple
  • Nijo Castle
  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour. Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available on the bus in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Germany, Portuguese, Ukrainan, Itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic, weather, and operation., If any of the visiting places is closed, we will try to attend an alternative place., The lunch/restaurant may change due to operational reasons., We do not supply any extra pick up & drop off service., Customers will walk include stairs and hills in each places, Please​ let​ us​ know​ your​ booking​ numbers​ and​ total​ number​ of​ people​ before​ the​ tour​ if​ you​ have​ several​ bookings​ or​ if​ you​ have​ booked​ separatly., Due to the weather conditions, traffic conditions, or suspension of operation, we may have a possibility not to achieve all the activities. The tour will be attending to alternative place or giving ou t a gift as a compensation depending on a situation at that time. Refunds will not be given for these changes., Customers who add Lunch options on the day are charged more(3,000yen), therefore it is recommended to select desired add-ons in advance, If you are late for the tour start time, you will not be able to join the tour mid-way., "Please note that on April 14th and 16th, 2026, lunch will be served as a set meal instead of a buffet., Not recommended for travelers who can not walk long distance. This tour includes lots of walkings.
Cancellation Policy

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

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird)

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird)

4 hrsFree cancellation
4.98 (756 reviews)
98.75%
1.25%
Great tourhighly recommendgreat experience
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$110
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Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird)
Summary

Discover the true essence of Arashiyama with our exclusive bike tour, offering early access and a journey beyond what most visitors see. Explore Kyoto’s most naturally beautiful area, known for its blend of cultural and natural wonders, including charming rice fields, photogenic landscapes, and scen...

Inclusions
  • Native English speaking bilingual guide
  • Bicycle
  • Helmet
Exclusions
  • Gratuity for your guide (always appreciated!)
  • Hotel pick up or drop off
  • E-bike (We use standard Cannondale city bikes)
Itinerary
  • Bamboo Forest Street
  • Tenryu-ji Temple Sogenchi Teien
  • Arashiyama
  • Togetsukyo Bridge
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please provide heights of all guests at time of booking, All guests will be required to sign a liability release waiver prior to the tour, *AGE REQUIREMENT: Children must be at least 10 years old to participate. Please book our "Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Family Bike Tour (Infants & Toddlers)" for families with children under 10 years of age.
Cancellation Policy

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

Arashiyama Bamboo Temple, with Monkey or Secret Sake Brewery

Arashiyama Bamboo Temple, with Monkey or Secret Sake Brewery

5 hrsEco-Friendly
4.86 (943 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$51$85
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Arashiyama Bamboo Temple, with Monkey or Secret Sake Brewery
Summary

Take a tour of the district of Arashiyama in Kyoto with a guide. Visit Arashiyama Park, the Okochi Sanso Garden, and Tenryuji Temple, walk around the monkey park, and browse the local shopping street.

Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide

8 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.88 (762 reviews)
96.17%
3.83%
Great touramazinghighly recommend
Viator
$107
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Kyoto Customized Half-Day Tour with Licensed Local Guide
Summary

Temples, shrines, and tea ceremonies. The traditions of ancient Japan are still alive and well in the old capitol, Kyoto. Walking around this beautiful city can feel like you are in a time machine as its architecture has been preserved for centuries. Kiyomizu Temple towers over the historical Gion d...

Inclusions
  • Meet up with guide on foot within designated area of Kyoto
  • Customizable itinerary (4h: 2–3 sites, 6h: 3–4 sites, 8h: 4–6 sites)
  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Exclusions
  • Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
  • Private Vehicle
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under What to Expect.
Itinerary
  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
  • Nijo Castle
  • Gion
  • Nishiki Market
  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace
  • Pontocho
  • Ginkakuji Temple
  • Nanzenji Suirokaku
  • Tofuku-ji Temple
  • To-ji Temple
  • Kinkakuji Temple
  • Ninna-ji Temple
  • Shugakuin Imperial Villa
  • Kibune River
  • Kurama-dera
  • Ryoan-ji Temple
  • Arashiyama
  • Katsura Imperial Villa
  • Daikaku-ji Temple
  • Yoshimine-dera
  • Tenryu-ji Temple
  • Okochi Sanso Garden
  • Bamboo Forest Street
  • Togetsukyo Bridge
  • Jojakkoji Temple
  • Nisonin
  • Gioji Temple
  • Adashino Nembetsu-ji Temple
  • Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple
  • Kennin-ji Temple
  • Byodoin Temple
  • Sanjusangendo Temple
  • Daitoku-ji Temple
  • Myoshinji Temple
  • Eikando Zenrinji Temple
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This is a walking tour. Pick up is on foot.
Cancellation Policy

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

Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest

Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest

2 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.99 (410 reviews)
98.3%
1.7%
amazing experienceamazingamazing photos
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$85
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Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest
Summary

This tour covers every part of the bamboo forest. By rickshaw and on foot! The first stop after cruising through the bustling main street is the bamboo forest. Enjoy the vivid green bamboo as your guide pulls you along the path reserved for rickshaws only, away from other visitors. Have your camera...

Inclusions
  • use of rickshaw
  • Gratuities
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Tour Guide
Exclusions
  • Admission fees for temples and shrines
  • transportation to and from meeting place
Itinerary
  • Bamboo Forest Street
  • Arashiyama
  • Nonomiya Shrine
  • Bamboo Forest Street
  • Rakushisha
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Not recommended for pregnant travelers in the first 16 weeks, Children of 6 years and older are required to have a seat and will thus pay the same price as an adult., While rickshaws are able to fit two adults, each rickshaw is 29.1 inches (74 centimeters) wide, and it is sometimes more comfortable to book individual rickshaws for each passenger. For passengers of size, we recommend booking a rickshaw for each participant to ensure a comfortable ride. Passengers who do not both fit in one rickshaw but wish to participate in a tour at the same time will be required to purchase an additional rickshaw, which may not be available on the date of the tour with an English-speaking guide if not booked in advance. Those customers who do not purchase an additional rickshaw at the time of booking cannot be guaranteed availability., Children 5 years and under can ride for free provided that they will sit on the lap of an adult (one child per adult = max 2 adults & 2 children per rickshaw), If a child 5 years will be using one of the two seats of the rickshaw, it must book as an adult., Infants must be able to hold up their head by themselves., The amount of time you will be late will be deducted from your tour duration (delay of 10min or more results in automatic cancellation), our tours take place, rain or shine., Time changes on the day of the tour can not be accommodated., Any time changes/rescheduling requests sent after 5pm the day before your tour can not be accommodated, finishing locations other than our rickshaw stand may be subject to an additional drop-off fee (payable on the day of the tour)
Cancellation Policy

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

Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide

6 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.92 (497 reviews)
97.24%
2.76%
amazinggreat tourexcellent guide
Viator
$333
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Kyoto Customized Private Tour by Car with Licensed Guide
Summary

Kyoto keeps traditional arts and beauty alive, but the busses and subways can be confusing and provide challenges for those with walking limitations. At Japan Guide Agency, we want everyone to experience Kyoto so we are happy to provide this customizable, private guided tour with a vehicle! Join us...

Inclusions
  • Private vehicle
  • Customizable Walking Tour of your choice of 3-4 sites from 'Itinerary' list'
  • Licensed Local English Speaking Guide
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses
  • You cannot combine multiple tour groups.
  • Guide Entry fees are only covered for sights listed under Itinerary
Itinerary
  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
  • Nijo Castle
  • Gion
  • Nishiki Market
  • Kiyomizu-dera Temple
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace
  • Pontocho
  • Ginkakuji Temple
  • Nanzenji Suirokaku
  • Tofuku-ji Temple
  • To-ji Temple
  • Kinkakuji Temple
  • Ninna-ji Temple
  • Shugakuin Imperial Villa
  • Kibune River
  • Kurama-dera
  • Ryoan-ji Temple
  • Arashiyama
  • Katsura Imperial Villa
  • Daikaku-ji Temple
  • Tenryu-ji Temple
  • Yoshimine-dera
  • Kennin-ji Temple
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, There are only a limited number of car seats and booster seats. Rear-facing car seats are not available. You must contact us directly if you need them.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Among the 150 options we compare across booking platforms, the vast majority are private tours, accounting for 75% of the listings. You will find a wide variety of experiences ranging from short excursions to full-day outings, with most durations lasting between 4–10 hours.

Prices vary depending on the level of personalization and duration. Across the various platforms we check, most tours fall within the $101–$445 range, though you can find options ranging from about $44 to $787.

Yes, booking ahead is often recommended. While most options offer instant confirmation, about 5% of the tours we compare are flagged as likely to sell out. Additionally, 89% of the listings we find offer free cancellation, which provides flexibility if your plans change.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Based on a combined total of 29,772 reviews across booking platforms, the average rating is 4.76★. Travelers frequently describe the experiences as amazing, excellent, and wonderful, often highlighting the knowledgeable guides.

Yes, there is a high level of linguistic variety. The options we compare are offered in 8 different languages: English, Japanese, Spanish, French, German, Hindi, Chinese, and Filipino.

Sustainability is a notable feature of the offerings here. About 40% of the tours we compare are tagged as eco-friendly.

Skip-the-line access is quite rare for this location. Only 1% of the options we compare include specific skip-the-line features, so most travelers should plan to navigate standard entry flows.

Use the bus and subway network. Buy a daily pass for better value. Walking is great for small areas, but buses cover more ground.

Yes, for high end Kaiseki or popular spots. Many places are small and fill up quickly. Use booking apps or ask your hotel to help.

Bow at the entrance. Keep your voice low. Do not take photos where signs prohibit it. Always remove your shoes when entering buildings.

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