Kyoto: Arashiyama Monkey Park, Bamboo Forest, and Temples
ID: GYG806123-1370004
Category:
Country: Japan
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Visit the Arashiyama district in Kyoto on this guided tour. Discover the history of the area and see the famous bamboo forest. Get up close and personal with the monkeys at the Arashiyama Monkey Park.
Discover the Arashiyama district in Kyoto on a guided tour. Walk through the old town, visit a temple, and take a hike to see monkeys.
Meet your guide and start your tour. Climb Mount Iwatayama together to meet monkeys. They are friendly and you can even pet them.
Take a small walk through the beautiful old town of Saga-Arashiyama. Stop for lunch and buy some souvenirs.
Visit Tenryuji, a Zen Rinzai Buddhist temple that was built in the 14th century. Learn about the confrontation between the Shogun and the Emperor.
Walk through the famous bamboo forest, then take a stroll through the park, forest, and promenade near the Katsura River. Finally, return to the station and finish your tour.
Highlights
- Get up close and personal with the monkeys at the Arashiyama Monkey Park
- Discover the history of the Tenryuji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Walk through the bamboo forest and enjoy the serene atmosphere
- Explore the old town of Saga-Arashiyama and buy some souvenirs
- Learn about the history of Japan as you visit the Zen Rinzai Buddhist temple
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there will be a lot of walking and some climbing involved.
Be prepared for all weather conditions, bring a hat and sunscreen for sunny days.
Do not feed or touch the monkeys at Mount Iwatayama.
Smoking is not permitted during the tour.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.
