Unfortunately, the tour route includes unpaved areas and stairs, making it unsuitable for wheelchair users. However, we are happy to recommend alternative accessible tours in the area upon request.
While we love animals, unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the tour for the comfort and safety of all guests. Thank you for understanding!
A small tea ceremony experience is a traditional Japanese ritual where matcha (powdered green tea) is prepared and served in a ceremonial manner. This experience will be included during lunch at a local restaurant.
We recommend dressing comfortably for the walking portion of the tour. However, please dress respectfully when visiting temples and shrines - avoid revealing clothing and hats.
The meeting point is easily accessible by train from Kyoto Station. Take the JR Sagano/San-in Line to Saga-Arashiyama Station (approximately 15 minutes). From there, it is a short walk to the North Exit. Detailed directions and a map will be provided upon booking.
You can cancel or reschedule your tour up to 24 hours before its start time for a full refund. Please contact us directly to make any changes.
Yes, we offer private tours upon request. Please contact us directly for more information and availability.
Experience the serene beauty of Kyoto's Arashiyama Bamboo Forest and Gardens through a guided walking tour with visits to historical sites like Tenryu-ji and a traditional Kyoto lunch. Enjoy the convenience of included entrance fees, respectful clothing for temple visits, comfortable walking shoes, and a flexible cancellation policy for a full refund up to 24 hours before the tour.
Entrance fees to 2 temples and 1 Japanese garden Matcha drink with a small tea ceremony snack 5 hours with a local guide Photos during the tour Lunch (Vegetarian/Vegan/Gluten-free: Limited ※Please request at least 1day before the tour))
What's not included
Additional foods and drinks (Available for Purchase)
Lafra, our guide, was extraordinary. She was knowledgeable and her passion for history really shined through. She answered all of our questions, and then some. The hike itself was stunningly beautiful, interesting, and so much. Definitely a highlight of our time in Kyoto!
Maite G
November 16, 2025
Private Arashiyama Walking Tour
I was fortunate to be the only participant in the Magical Trip half-day walking tour. I had visited Arashiyama previously but this tour was truly magical. My guide, Yuki, took me to places with very few visitors away from the crowds. We had a delicious tofu lunch (a Kyoto specialty) at a traditional Japanese restaurant. The service was excellent. Yuki speaks English very well. She is knowledgeable and I learned a lot about Arashiyama, Kyoto and Japanese history and culture. But above everything else she is very kind and I feel like I made a friend. I am very grateful to her for a wonderful day that I will always remember! Thank you for a magical day!
Enid W
November 14, 2025
Maite G
November 16, 2025
Stunning!
Lafra, our guide, was extraordinary. She was knowledgeable and her passion for history really shined through. She answered all of our questions, and then some. The hike itself was stunningly beautiful, interesting, and so much. Definitely a highlight of our time in Kyoto!
Enid W
November 14, 2025
Private Arashiyama Walking Tour
I was fortunate to be the only participant in the Magical Trip half-day walking tour. I had visited Arashiyama previously but this tour was truly magical. My guide, Yuki, took me to places with very few visitors away from the crowds. We had a delicious tofu lunch (a Kyoto specialty) at a traditional Japanese restaurant. The service was excellent. Yuki speaks English very well. She is knowledgeable and I learned a lot about Arashiyama, Kyoto and Japanese history and culture. But above everything else she is very kind and I feel like I made a friend. I am very grateful to her for a wonderful day that I will always remember! Thank you for a magical day!
