Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour
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Our knowledgeable local guide will lead you to a hidden gem, a serene Japanese temple, and a picturesque garden that often eludes tourists' radars. We'll provide insights on appreciating Japanese garden aesthetics, drawing intriguing comparisons between Eastern and Western beauty. The morning ambiance is truly invigorating, allowing for a leisurely stroll through this enchanting area, with delightful stops at traditional shops along the way.
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We'll explore some of Arashiyama's renowned landmarks, including the iconic bamboo grove and the scenic Okawauchi Sanso garden, where we can relish a serene garden walk.
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Our next destination is the UNESCO World Heritage site, Tenryu-ji Temple, where we'll immerse ourselves in the tranquility and elegance of Zen. Inside the temple grounds, you'll discover a restaurant serving authentic Syo-jin cuisine, originally crafted for Buddhist monks, providing an opportunity to savor authentic Kyoto dishes.
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Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour
What's included in Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Bamboo Forest Street
Walk through the famous bamboo grove
Bamboo Forest Street
Walk though the famous bamboo forest in Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Street. Spot for a while to take great photos.
The Bamboo Forest TrailPass-by Only
Pass by Bamboo Forest in Arashiyama
Inclusions
- Lunch (Vegetarian and Vegan menu available)
- Photos during the tour
- 5 hours with a local guide
- Matcha drink with a small tea ceremony snack
- Entrance fees to 2 temples and 1 Japanese garden
- Gluten-free option (accepting requests only upon booking. Unable to provide if requested at door)
- Additional foods and drinks (Available for Purchase)
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
- Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
- Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- North Exit of JR Saga-Arashiyama Station Your guide will be holding an orange signboard saying "Magical Trip".
End Points
- Tour will finish around this area. It may change depending on the location of the lunch restaurant.