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Half Day Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour

Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$78.56
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Discover Kyoto’s timeless charm on a guided morning walk through Arashiyama’s scenic wonders. Stroll the iconic Sagano Bamboo Grove, visit Tenryu-ji Temple’s Zen gardens, and enjoy peaceful views from Togetsukyo Bridge. Depending on the season and plan, explore Jojakko-ji Temple’s mossy grounds or Okochi Sanso Villa’s panoramic hilltop garden. Beat the crowds with early departures and enjoy the refreshing atmosphere of Kyoto’s nature. The 2025 plan includes a relaxing yakatabune boat ride along the Hozu River, offering a unique view of Arashiyama from the water. Led by a licensed English-speaking guide, this tour blends cultural insight with natural beauty - perfect for first-time visitors and repeat travelers alike.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Regular Tour
Regular Course: Saga-Arashiyama Station > Jojakko-ji Temple > Arashiyama Bamboo Grove > Tenryu-ji Temple > Togetsukyo Bridge > Boat cruise
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Other admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
  • National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
  • [During July and September] Jojakko-ji Temple
  • Fees other than those listed in Includes

Meeting point
Sunrise Tours Desk Avanti B1 Floor (across from Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit). Meet at 8:30am/During Summertime [July - September] Meet at 7:05am
Return details
The tour ends upon arrival at Kyoto Station. Please proceed to your next destination independently

  • From Kyoto Station to Saga-Arashiyama Station, travel by public transport with non-reserved seats. Please note that seating is not guaranteed and may require standing during busy hours. (pass by)
  • Jojakkoji Temple
    Jojakko-ji Temple offers panoramic views of Sagano and Kyoto. In autumn, the temple’s hillside bursts into color as vibrant foliage blankets Mt. Ogura, creating a stunning 360° seasonal spectacle. During summertime (July - September), instead of Jojako-ji, explore the exquisite Okochi Sanso Villa Garden, featuring beautiful landscapes.
  • From Jojakko-ji Temple, the tour will be heading to Tenryu-ji Temple while strolling along the Sagano Bamboo Grove, a popular spot among international travelers. (pass by)
  • Tenryu-ji Temple
    A World Heritage site. This Zen temple stands in one of Kyoto's leading sightseeing areas. The Japanese garden is complemented by the beautiful landscapes of Arashiyama, and has been registered as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty.
  • Togetsukyo Bridge
    This 250-meter-long bridge offers a spectacular location for viewing cherry blossoms or colored autumn leaves. Enjoy the scenery of Togetsukyo Bridge and Arashiyama from aboard the yakatabune. The guide will not board the yakatabune. During summertime (July 2 - September 22), the "yakatabune" boat cruise is excluded from this period.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • If the minimum number of adult participants (2) is not met by 4 days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date maybe canceled
  • This tour uses public transportation with non-reserved seats. Please note that seating is not guaranteed
  • The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations
  • As this is a walking tour, please wear shoes and clothing that are suitable for walking. The total walking distance for this tour is approximately 3 km
  • Free for children aged 0-5 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
  • Summer itinerary (July - September 22): Earlier start time to avoid peak heat. Part of the itinerary changes. Visit to Okochi Sanso Villa Garden replaces Jojakko-ji visit.
  • Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Half Day Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Walking Tour

    Location Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
    $78.56
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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