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Kyoto Full-Day Tour Golden Pavilion Zen Garden and Bamboo Forest

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Overview

Available languages

English
Italian

7 hours

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Experience Kyoto’s spiritual and scenic treasures on this unforgettable walking tour.

Start at the iconic Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion, where gold leaf shimmers across a tranquil pond—a symbol of elegance and impermanence.

Next, visit Ryoanji Temple, home to Japan’s most renowned Zen rock garden. The carefully placed stones invite reflection and a sense of deep stillness.

Step into the magical Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. As you walk beneath the towering green stalks, the rustling leaves and filtered sunlight create an immersive, meditative moment in nature.

Continue to Adashino Nenbutsuji, a quiet temple tucked away in the hills, surrounded by thousands of weathered stone statues commemorating forgotten souls. Its peaceful bamboo grove adds to the sacred atmosphere.

This tour is a poetic journey through Kyoto’s soul—where beauty, spirituality, and serenity meet in every step.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

1

Kinkakuji Temple

Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. Famous for its top two floors covered in gold leaf, it sits beside a serene reflecting pond and is celebrated for its stunning architecture and tranquil gardens.

1 hour • Admission Not Included
2

Ryoan-ji Temple

Ryoan-ji Temple is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan, renowned for its minimalist rock garden. The temple’s simple yet contemplative design embodies Zen principles and attracts visitors seeking reflection and tranquility.

1 hour • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

English or Italian speaking travel storyteller

Public transportation

Kinkakuji - Ryoanji - Adashino Nenbutsuji entrance fees

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Italian Guide

From ¥17,000

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