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

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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

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)

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)