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15 Arashiyama & Bamboo Tours Worth Booking

20 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.8 average  ·  from $26

This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 arashiyama & bamboo tours worth the yen, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

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Kyoto: Fushimi Inari, Kinkakuji, Bamboo Grove 1 Day Bus Tour - Morning pickup, then right into Kiyomizudera
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Kyoto: Fushimi Inari, Kinkakuji, Bamboo Grove 1 Day Bus Tour

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1.Fushimi Inari, Kinkakuji, Bamboo Grove 1 Day Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,316 reviews · 510 minutes - 9 hours · from $122Our pick

See Kyoto’s top shrines and temples in one day, including Fushimi Inari’s torii tunnel, Golden Pavilion, and Arashiyama, with guide and tickets.

“The tour was easily one of the highlights of my entire trip to Japan. From start to finish, it was perfectly paced, incredibly insightful, and just pure magic. Every moment felt special, thoughtfully curated, and full of those little details that make travel unforgettable. What truly elevated the experience to another level was our guide, Sakura. She was absolutely amazing – hands-down the best tour guide ever. Her knowledge of Kyoto’s history, culture, and hidden stories was deep and fascinating; she shared everything with such passion and clarity that it brought the whole day to life.”

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Osaka/Kyoto:Kinkakuji,Arashiyama,FushimiInariShrine,NaraPark - How the Timing Really Feels (It Is About 9 Hours, With Flex)
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Osaka/Kyoto:Kinkakuji,Arashiyama,FushimiInariShrine,NaraPark

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Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour - Start smart: Osaka and Kyoto pickup, then you can relax
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Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

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3.Kyoto/Osaka: Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Arashiyama Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,275 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $52

Guided day trip from Osaka and Kyoto to Nara deer, Fushimi Inari torii gates, and Arashiyama bamboo sights, with comfy bus transport.

“Very nice day trip to Nara, Fushimi Inari Taisha and bamboo forest! Our guide Fiona gave us a lot of nice information and made it a fun day with her vibrant energy. The driver Mr. Wu drove really pleasantly. The day is well paced, with lots of free time. It is very well organized and punctual.”

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Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Gardens & Secrets - Nonomiya Shrine: a small stop with big Shinto meaning
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Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Gardens & Secrets

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Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Monkeys, or Secret Sake Brewery - Starting at Saga-Arashiyama Station and the walking-game plan
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Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Monkeys, or Secret Sake Brewery

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5.Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Monkeys, or Secret Sake Brewery

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 886 reviews · 5 hours - 330 minutes · from $87

A 5-hour Kyoto walking loop in Arashiyama, with bamboo, Zen temples, Okochi Sanso Garden, and a monkey-park hike plus local choices.

“Karim was a wonderful guide with deep knowledge about and respect for Kyoto’s natural and historic treasures. He helped me satisfy my curiosity by answering endless questions with ease. The route and pace he took to introduce me to the beauty of Arashiayama were perfect. It was a very memorable and pleasurable experience with Karim! I have no doubt others would feel the same :)”

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Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour - Starting at TULLY’S Coffee, then getting oriented fast
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Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

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6.Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 759 reviews · from $53

Arashiyama temples, bamboo grove, wild monkeys, Togetsu-kyo bridge, and Uji matcha in a 4-hour guided walk.

“Crossing that elegant wooden bridge felt like stepping into old Japan. The "Moon Crossing Bridge" name makes perfect sense when you see those romantic river views. Guide explained the historical significance really well while we took photos.”

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Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch - The ride setup: where you meet and how the schedule behaves
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Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch

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Kyoto: Nijo, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Kiyomizu & Fushimi Inari - Arashiyama Bamboo Forest early access: the calm version of a famous walk
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Kyoto: Nijo, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Kiyomizu & Fushimi Inari

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Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night - Meeting at Saga-Arashiyama Station and Getting in the Right Headspace
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Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night

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9.Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 625 reviews · from $43

A small-group night walk through Kyoto’s Arashiyama Bamboo Forest with urban legends, a solo dark walk, and a brief curse.

“The guide was very friendly and considerate when it came to telling stories with sensitive themes. This is NOT a "haunted ghost tour", it is a tour based around morbid local lore, which was perfect for my group!”

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Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird) - Tenryu-ji’s Sogenchi Teien Garden Walk: Calm Zen, Clear Meaning
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Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird)

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10.Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 613 reviews · from $106

Early morning Kyoto cycling through Arashiyama bamboo forest, Tenryu-ji Zen garden, and Togetsukyo Bridge with a private guide.

“We enjoyed every minute! The guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience so much fun. I hadn’t ridden a bike in quite some time and was a little nervous, but they immediately put me at ease. Highly recommend!”

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Kyoto: Arashiyama Customized Rickshaw Tour & Bamboo Forest - Togetsu-kyo bridge meet-up and how the private ride works
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Kyoto: Arashiyama Customized Rickshaw Tour & Bamboo Forest

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11.Arashiyama Customized Rickshaw Tour & Bamboo Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 432 reviews · 45 - 190 minutes · from $51

Private rickshaw through Arashiyama’s bamboo forest from Togetsu-kyo bridge, with custom stops, temple views, and great photo ops.

“The Rickshaw tour was a fantastic way to explore Kyoto. Our guides were so friendly and knowledgeable. They made us feel some comfortable, it was very cold and snowing at the time but we couldn’t have been warmer. A must do in Kyoto”

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Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour - Starting Point by Sagatenryuji Station, Then Straight Into Arashiyama
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Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour

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Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest - The route you will follow, from bamboo lanes to on-foot photo time
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Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest

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13.Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 354 reviews · from $86

Ride a rickshaw through Arashiyama bamboo early morning, then walk the steep photo spots and shrine lanes for Kyoto-style views.

“We had a fantastic experience and our rickshaw driver, Shota, was magnificent. Shota explained everything very well and was very respectful. He is also a fantastic photographer and we have lots of wonderful memories from our 2 hour adventure.”

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Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Matcha, Monkeys & Temple Tour

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Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots - Price and Value for $106.12 Per Person
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Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots

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