West Kyoto & Arashiyama: In-Depth 1-Day Cultural Tour

An in-depth, well-balanced day in West Kyoto—famous sites usually visited separately. This tour was created to offer a complete, well-balanced day in West Kyoto—covering famous sites that are usually visited separately. Rather than rushing, we move thoughtfully through the area, allowing time for cultural understanding, walking, and reflection with a small group (up to 2 guests, ages 13+). Transportation by taxi is included in the tour price, while entrance fees are paid separately on the day.

1. 1

   Bamboo Forest Street

   25 min

   You can enjoy beautiful bamboo forest. Especially, we are in less people because of our early bird tour.

2. 2

   Tenryu-ji Temple

   1.1 hours

   This is world heritage site. You can enjoy beautiful Japanese gardens and big tatami style Japanese living room.

3. 3

   Togetsukyo Bridge

   15 min

   You can enjoy very beautiful scenery at the most famous bridge in Arashiyama. Let’s take good photos!

4. 4

   Stop 4

   1.2 hours

   You can see wild monkeys and feed! The monkey-feeding activity is supervised by park staff member.

5. 5

   Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple

   40 min

   You can see 1200 Buddhism statues.

6. 6

   Ryoan-ji Temple

   45 min

   You can see beautiful Japanese rock garden that has 15 stones but can’t see them all at once.

7. 7

   Kinkakuji Temple

   1.5 hours

   Our Kinkakuji visiting is special. Surely, we see kinkakuji temple building. In addition, we are experiencing Sutra Copying Experience and Matcha with sweets in the kinkakuji temple.

• 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 total duration includes the travel time.

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