Top-Rated Arashiyama Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Zen Garden & Secrets

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Overview

Available languages

English

5 hours

Mobile ticket

Our tour combines Arashiyama’s must-see sights with hidden paths, cultural insights, and personalized touches you won’t find elsewhere. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, we go beyond the Bamboo Forest and Monkey Park to uncover secret spots, beautiful viewpoints, and stories that bring Kyoto to life. With 800+ five-star reviews, we’re proud to offer a tour that’s immersive, authentic, and consistently top-rated.

Places you will visit:

- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

- Monkey Park (20 min hike to hilltop)

- Tenryuji Garden

- Togetsukyo Bridge

- and hidden paths

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Tours are in English only. Want a different language like German or Italian? Please ask us before booking.

There is a 20-25 minutes hike to the monkey park hilltop and the path is a bit steep.

Solo travelers can book this tour, but please note there is a “2 guests minimum” requirement for the tour to proceed. If only one guest is booked, the tour may be canceled. In such cases, you will be notified promptly, with options for rescheduling or a full refund.

For the privacy and comfort of all guests, smart glasses with recording capabilities (such as Ray-Ban Meta glasses) are not allowed during the tour.

Be able to hike up to the hilltop of the monkey park (20-25 minutes)

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Okochi Sanso (admission paid)

Tenryuji Temple (admission paid)

Bamboo Forest

Matcha Green Tea (paid)

Knowledgeable & Bilingual Tour Guide

Togetsukyo Bridge

Monkey Park (20-25 hike)

Tips (accepted & welcomed)

Lunch & Dinner

Pick up not available

What To Expect

1

Arashiyama

Saga-Arashiyama Station: Meet at the Saga-Arashiyama Station, where you can take a few minutes to explore the surrounding area and get acquainted with your group.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable
2

Nonomiya Shrine

Nonomiya Shrine is a small but historically significant Shinto shrine in Arashiyama, Kyoto. It was traditionally used for purification rituals by unmarried imperial princesses before they served as priestesses at Ise Shrine. Surrounded by a lush bamboo grove, the shrine is known for its connections to love, marriage, and academic success. It is also mentioned in The Tale of Genji, adding to its cultural and literary significance.

10 minutes • Admission Included

Options

Group Tour

Private (Prize per Group Size)

Reviews

4.96

895 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • This tour takes you...

    Jessica D,

    Aug 10, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This tour takes you through some of the most beautiful areas of Kyoto. Teri was a gem of a guide- warm, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. She expertly guided us through the areas biggest (snd most crowded) sights, but also took us to lovely spots away from the thrum. The day was extremely hot and I was concerned about my tween/tern kids’ stamina, but there were well-placed resting breaks and Teri made it a joy for everyone. Highly recommend.

  • Wonderful experience!

    asintas,

    Aug 9, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This tour was great! We saw pretty much everything there is to see in Arayashima and Teri was an incredibly kind and knowledgeable guide! Would definitely recommend!

  • A must in Kyoto

    Roberta R,

    Jul 24, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Tour was AMAZING!! A must experience when visiting Kyoto. Our guide made sure we were safe in the heat, informed and saw the best of each spot.

  • Good experience. Guide...

    Tara M,

    Jul 20, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Good experience. Guide was very friendly and good. She took the extra time to make sure we had a good experience.

  • History, Culture, Bamboo, and Monkeys!

    Cheryl K,

    Jul 17, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    A little history, a little culture, and a lot of fun! Aron makes this 3.5 hour walking tour very interesting and engaging. We really enjoyed the journey through town, temples, bamboo, and ending with the monkeys.

From USD 70

4.96
895 reviews