1-day tour of Kyoto's Arashiyama, Sanzen-in, and Bamboo Forest Path Day Tours

About this experience

Bookings must be made by 11:00 PM (local time), 1 day before your trip.
Please provide your full name/mobile number provided at booking/Mainland Chinese ID Card/valid ID (e.g., Mainland Chinese ID Card, Entry-Exit Permit for Hong Kong and Macau, and passport)/Passport at the designated meeting point on the day of your trip.

Highlights

• Self-operated tour group, safe and worry-free travel, super worry-free!
• Selected attractions are off the beaten path, pure play without entering the shops, no hidden costs!
• Our experienced driver and guide speaks Chinese, English, and Japanese, ensuring smooth communication and allowing you to enjoy the tour

What's included

• Transportation service fee
• Tour guide
• Equipment usage instructions
• Gratuities

How to use

1. Show Mobile Ticket
2. At Redemption Counter

What to expect

Arashiyama is a natural tourist attraction in the western suburbs of Kyoto, including the Souvenir the Togetsukyo Bridge and the Sagano area. The cherry blossoms and red maples here are very famous, and the beautiful Sagano bamboo forest also reveals the unique charm of Kyoto. In addition, there are many famous temples and shrines scattered around Arashiyama.

Iconic Landscape - Togetsukyo Bridge

The Togetsukyo Bridge, which spans the Katsura River, is the landmark of Arashiyama. The wooden structure of the bridge and the wooded mountains behind it form a beautiful landscape painting. Arashiyama Park (divided into three parts: Kameyama, Nakanoshima, and Rinchuan Temple) next to the Katsura River is a popular leisure spot. There are large areas of cherry blossoms and maple forests planted in the park. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom and the maple leaves turn red, the scenery is particularly spectacular, attracting many tourists to come and watch. In December, there is also a lantern festival in this area, when lanterns are hung on the streets, which is very unique. On the hillside of Arashiyama Park (Kameyama area), you can also find a memorial poem monument for "Arashiyama in the Rain".

Temples and shrines

There are many temples and shrines in the Arashiyama area, and Tenryuji Temple, located in the center, is a must-visit place. Tenryuji Temple is famous for its exquisite landscape gardens and is known as the first of the "Five Great Zen Temples in Kyoto". Many people come here to pray.

Sagano Bamboo Forest

There is a short bamboo forest between the north side of Tenryuji Temple and Nonomiya Shrine. The trail is lined with towering Nonomiya bamboos, making it a popular tourist spot in the Arashiyama area. In the summer, you can enjoy the leisurely atmosphere and the breeze when walking in the bamboo forest. During the Arashiyama Lantern Festival, the lights are lit up, which is very interesting in winter.

Cycling Tours

Cycling is a great way to travel around Arashiyama and Sagano. Riding a bicycle between suburban houses and temples and shrines is both labor-saving and relaxing. Gioji Temple, Daikakuji Temple, Jojakkoji Temple, Nison-in Temple, and Kano Nenbutsu-ji Temple are all worth visiting. You can also go to the Iwatayama Monkey Park on the mountain, where you can not only see many wild monkeys, but also get a bird's eye view of Kyoto. You can find a bicycle rental shop near Arashiyama Station.

Train Tours

Taking the Sagano sightseeing train to visit Arashiyama and Hozukyo is a very romantic thing. The train runs along the railway over Hozukyo, with cherry blossoms in spring, gurgling streams in summer, red leaves in autumn, and silvery white in winter. The train runs between Torokko Saga Station (next to JR Saga Arashiyama Station) and Torokko Kameoka Station, and the scenery along the way is different when Round-trip in and out.

Cruise

If you have enough time, you can also go to Kameoka to experience rafting or Cruise on the Hozu River, passing through the picturesque countryside canyons and after several rapid sections, you can reach the Togetsukyo Bridge in Arashiyama.

Delicious cuisine

You can also eat many delicious Japanese desserts, barbecue and other dishes in Arashiyama, especially in Babacho and Sanjo-dori near Togetsukyo Bridge. The eye-catching restaurant signs and enthusiastic service staff there make people feel very friendly!

Things to note

• Prohibited behaviors:
• Cash,Personal medications,Weather-appropriate clothing
• Damaging the environment,Loud noises and disturbances,Barefoot,Eating in vehicles,Picking plant,Smoking inside vehicles,Drinking in vehicles,Climbing,Graffiti
• Prohibited items:
• Reminders:
• Prohibited attire: sleeveless tops, tank tops, cropped tops, sheer clothing, shorts, ripped jeans, leggings, or mini skirts with excessive skin exposure
• All pets,Medium to large dogs, aggressive breeds, large wild cats, birds of prey, and any other aggressive animals,Alcohol and drugs,Flammable materials,Other prohibited items as per departure and destination country regulations,Dangerous tools,Hazardous
• Dress restrictions:
• Offensive attire: outfits that may cause discomfort or offense to others
• This itinerary may be temporarily changed or suspended due to weather, strikes, safety, traffic conditions, etc.
• Required items:
• Please cover your tattoos with skin-toned stickers to fully enjoy the hot springs.

Terms & conditions

Prohibited behaviors:
Damaging the environment, Loud noises, Barefoot, Eating in vehicles, picking plant, Smoking inside vehicles, Drinking in vehicles, Climbing, Graffiti
Dress restrictions:
Offensive attire: outfits that may cause discomfort or offense to others
Prohibited attire: sleeveless tops, tank tops, cropped tops, sheer clothing, shorts, ripped jeans, leggings, or mini skirts with excessive skin exposure
Prohibited items:
All pets, Medium to large dogs, aggressive breeds, large wild cats, birds of prey, and any other aggressive animals, alcohol and drugs, Flammable materials, other prohibited items as per departure and destination country regulations, Dangerous tools, Hazardous chemicals, Weapons and explosives
Required items:
Cash, Personal medications, Weather-appropriate clothing
Reminders:
Please cover your tattoos with skin-toned stickers to fully enjoy the hot springs.
This itinerary may be temporarily changed or suspended due to weather conditions, strikes, safety concerns, traffic conditions, or other factors.