Japan’s Garden of Eden in Arashiyama Private Tour
- Explore one of the most naturally beautiful locations in Japan with a helpful host to guide your journey
- Walk through Arashiyama’s most famous areas, including the Bamboo Grove and Tenryū-ji Temple
- Take part in local pastimes, like rowing across the river, or hiking up the mountains for a birds-eye view
- Get suggestions for a traditional snack like salty bamboo ice-cream from your host
- Have a friendly local insider to suggest other areas to visit on your vacation
Options
Private Walking Tour (Adult 5-8 People, Child Age 0-12)
Inclusions
5 Tenryu-ji, Jojakko-ji, Gio-ji, Otagi Nenbutsuji, Daikaku-ji temples ticket(s)
Admission to: Okochi Sanso Villa, Monkey Park Iwatayama
English-speaking guide
Private and personalized experience
Exclusions
Admission to attractions other than the ones listed above
Transportation fees
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Bicycle rentals
Additional Info
This activity has no age limit
Group size: 5-8 participant(s)
After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible
What's included in Japan’s Garden of Eden in Arashiyama Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- Departure: Meet the operator at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Your host will be waiting in front of the Mister Donut
- [Attraction/experience] 6 hour(s), Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Tenryū-ji Temple, Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
- [Return] at Mister Donut - JR Kyoto Station Building Shop (〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, 京都府京都市 下京区烏丸通塩小路下る東塩小路町901), You can choose to return at the following times: 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
Our Favourites
The bamboo forest might be the main reason to visit Arashiyama, but with a host, you can see (and do) so much more. Rent a boat in the pristine lower Hozu-gawa area, row down the river between lush green mountains, or hike up mountains to see the cityscape from a scenic lookout point.
Explore Tenryū-ji Temple and its unchanged garden from centuries ago and exit into the seemingly endless, emerald-glowing Bamboo Grove, winding dreamily uphill. You could walk across the glittering Katsura River and spy excited macaques at the Arashiyama Monkey Park, or you could wander between Zen temples, breathing in the fragrant air, and celebrate the spirit of ancient Japan with a traditional kaiseki meal.
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Venues
- Arashiyama
