Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest Walking Food Tour
ID: GYG66059-93043
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
On this tour, you will visit a beautiful bridge called the Togetsukyo, bamboo grove and Tenryu-ji temple with beautiful traditional gardens. Then head for the Sagano area. While walking, you'll stop by many stores and try various types of local food.
Start the tour from the JR Saga Arashiyama station. The Arashiyama district, located west of the Kyoto city center, has long been a scenic leisure spot. Many ancient aristocrats had their villas here 1000 years ago and enjoyed writing literature and poetry. Today, the area is one of the most popular tourist sites in Kyoto.
First, explore the Bamboo Forest and quiet Sagano District, a peaceful neighborhood known for its beautiful maple trees. Then, visit Tenryu-ji temple which was built in 1339 by the Shogun Ashikaga in memory of the Emperor Go-Daigo and was a complex of more than 100 buildings. They were mostly destroyed by fires and civil wars over the years, but the traditional garden remains in its original form, designed by the monk Muso. Enjoy walking in the landscaped garden. After walking, taste Japanese croquette, leek pancakes, and sweet potato.
Then, head over to the Togetsukyo bridge which, as the area’s landmark, dates back to the 9th-century and provides a good photo taking spot for visitors today. At the end of this half-day tour, have a nice sweets. If you like, you can enjoy shopping around after the tour because the this tour finished in a district where you can find many souvenirs.
Highlights
- Visit the bamboo grove, a very scenic spot
- See Togetsukyo bridge and the world heritage, Tenryuji temple's garden
- Enjoy many types of Kyoto food while walking
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility
• It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes because you will walk approximately 3.5 KM on this tour
• Please note that this is a group tour
• Please advise when booking if you have an appointment or other plans after the tour because there could be a delay when the tour ends
• Please advise the tour operator in advance if you have any food allergies
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
At the ticket gate of the JR Saga Arashiyama station, which is on the 2nd floor (http://blog.japanwondertravel.com/Arashiyama-map.pdf). Please do not down the stairs.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
