Tours
Half Day Kyoto Sagano Bamboo Grove & Arashiyama Guided Walking Tour
Available Options
[2026] 8:30AM Departure - Regular Tour
Included
- Admission to attractions
- English-speaking guide
- Round-trip transfers
Not Included
- Meals and beverages
- Other personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- [Departure] 08:30, meet up at JTB Sunrise Tours Desk, B1F Kyoto Avanti. Adress: B1F AVANTI, Higashikujo Nishisannocho 31, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-80 Location: AVANTI is located directly across from the Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station.Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded
- [Transportation] By walking
- [Attraction/experience] Kyoto Station, 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
- [Transportation] By train
- [Transportation] By walking
- [Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Guided tour, Jojakkoji, 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
- [Transportation] By walking
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, From Jojakko-ji Temple, the tour continues to Tenryu-ji Temple via the Sagano Bamboo Grove - one of Kyoto’s top 10 scenic walks, beloved by international travelers for its serene 360° green canopy
- [Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Guided tour, Tenryū-ji Temple, A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tenryu-ji is a top Zen temple in Kyoto’s Arashiyama area. Its 14th-century garden, designated a Special Place of Scenic Beauty, blends with Mt Arashiyama’s natural beauty
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Togetsukyō Bridge, This iconic 250-meter bridge spans the Katsura River, offering one of Kyoto’s best 360° views of cherry blossoms in spring and vivid foliage in autumn
- [Transportation] By walking
- [Attraction/experience] Saga-Arashiyama Station, From Saga-Arashiyama Station to Kyoto, travel by public transport with non-reserved seats. Please note that seating is not guaranteed and may require standing during busy hours
- [Transportation] By train
- [Return] 11:50 - 12:30, at Kyoto Station, The tour ends upon arrival at Kyoto Station. Please proceed to your next destination independently
- Day {num}
Eligibility
-
Children aged 12+ will be charged the same rate as adults
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Free for children aged 0-5 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
-
Children aged 6-11 must be accompanied by a paying adult
-
If the minimum number of participants (2) is not met by 4 days before the selected activity date, the tour will be canceled.
-
Group size: 2-25 participant(s)
Additional information
- 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
- 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
What to wear
- Walking shoes
- Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
Accessibility
- This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
[From July to September 2026] 7:05AM Departure - Avoid Summer Heat
Included
- Admission to attractions
- English-speaking guide
- Round-trip transfers
Not Included
- Meals and beverages
- Other personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- [Departure] 07:05, meet up at JTB Sunrise Tours Desk, B1F Kyoto Avanti. Adress: B1F AVANTI, Higashikujo Nishisannocho 31, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-80 Location: AVANTI is located directly across from the Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station.Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded
- [Transportation] By walking
- [Attraction/experience] Kyoto Station, 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
- [Transportation] By train
- [Transportation] By walking
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Togetsukyō Bridge, This iconic 250-meter bridge spans the Katsura River, offering one of Kyoto’s best 360° views of cherry blossoms in spring and vivid foliage in autumn
- [Attraction/experience] 30 min(s), Guided tour, Tenryū-ji Temple, A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tenryu-ji is a top Zen temple in Kyoto’s Arashiyama area. Its 14th-century garden, designated a Special Place of Scenic Beauty, blends with Mt Arashiyama’s natural beauty
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, From Jojakko-ji Temple, the tour continues to Tenryu-ji Temple via the Sagano Bamboo Grove - one of Kyoto’s top 10 scenic walks, beloved by international travelers for its serene 360° green canopy
- [Attraction/experience] 40 min(s), Guided tour, Okochi Sanso Garden, Built by famed actor Denjiro Okochi over 30 years, this serene hilltop garden is a hidden gem offering peaceful paths and beautiful summer scenery
- [Transportation] By walking
- [Attraction/experience] Saga-Arashiyama Station, From Saga-Arashiyama Station to Kyoto, travel by public transport with non-reserved seats. Please note that seating is not guaranteed and may require standing during busy hours
- [Transportation] By train
- [Return] 10:40 - 11:00, at Kyoto Station, The tour ends upon arrival at Kyoto Station. Please proceed to your next destination independently
- Day {num}
Eligibility
-
Children aged 12+ will be charged the same rate as adults
-
Free for children aged 0-5 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
-
Children aged 6-11 must be accompanied by a paying adult
-
If the minimum number of participants (2) is not met by 4 days before the selected activity date, the tour will be canceled.
-
Group size: 2-25 participant(s)
Additional information
- 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
- 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
What to wear
- Walking shoes
- Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
Accessibility
- This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
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Cancellation Policy
- You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
- In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund
- Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all
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