Arashiyama Beyond the Crowds: Bamboo Grove & Hidden Paths
Overview
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3 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
Skip the crowds and experience Arashiyama before the tour buses arrive. Explore the bamboo grove, hidden temples, and peaceful backstreets with a local guide on a route designed to go beyond the crowds.
- Early morning access to the Bamboo Forest for a quiet experience
- Explore hidden temples and lesser-known historical sites
- Expert photography assistance included for stunning images
- Small group size - better answers to personal questions
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
*Prams and strollers may have to be left at the gates of temples
Recommended for travellers who can walk at least 10,000 steps per day
Recommended for travelers who are comfortable climbing stairs
What To Expect
Bamboo Forest Street
A must-see in Kyoto. We will arrive before the adjacent temple opens to avoid crowds and you will learn a brief history of how it came to be.
Nonomiya Shrine
Learn how to tell the difference between a temple and a shrine, and a brief explanation about the significance of the shrine and what is commonly found at shrines.
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Arashiyama Beyond the Crowds: Bamboo Grove & Hidden Paths
What‘s Included
Entrance fee
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour
508karenh508,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was Caleb and there was another guide in training with us. The girl who was in training was in total awe of Caleb his knowledge of history, tradition and the Japanese culture was astounding. So in between seeing the shrines and Forest we were truly educated. Highly recommend.
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