City Escape: Day Trip Arashiyama & Bamboo Grove
Our locals for this tour
Jessica, Sebastian & 3 other locals
Experience details
Destination
Kyoto
Category
Day trips
Duration
6 hours
Mode of transport
Public transport
Available languages
English • Español • Indonesian • 日本語 • العربية • Français
Highlights
- Family friendly
What's included
Private Guide • Public Transportation • 1 Local Tasting • Tickets for Iwatayama Monkey Park; Okochi Sanso Villa and Tenryuji temple • Kids join for free
Here’s an overview of your tour
Enjoy your trip to the max experiencing the treasures of Arashiyama. Explore the region's beauty and be delighted by the different highlights and hidden gems that you'll encounter along the way.
Forget about hopping on a tourist bus and let a local take you through Arashiyama; your way! Now you can spend the day discovering what other highlights lie outside Kyoto - trust us; they are worth the visit! As your knowledgeable host takes you on a fascinating road trip where the route is as scenic as it gets, you'll make frequent stops to check out the surprises this area has to offer. See from Bamboo Grove, Tenryuji Temple and Monkey Park Iwatayama, plus many spectacular views along the way.
And with a convenient meeting point, all you have to do is sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride! To make the trip even more enjoyable, you can choose your local host for the day. Each of the hosts available for this day trip will take you on a unique journey based on their passions and expertise, and of course, also taking into consideration your interests.
Our local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from arts and history to real foodies. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and let you connect with their culture in an enjoyable and inspiring way! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes.
Your itinerary
Meeting point
Kyoto station - at the Central Exit in front of Porta Dining and 7 ElevenStation Meeting Point
Meet and greet your local host at an agreed station and get an introduction to your full-day trip and what to expectScenic Trip
This full-day trip is arranged for you, so all you have to do is enjoy the sights as your host takes you through Arashiyama while telling you incredible stories and insightOnly You & Your Host!
Forget about cramped touristy buses, on this private day trip, you’ll have all of your host’s attention. Get the chance to speak 1-1 and get all of your questions answered for a personal experience that will make this trip more memorableWhat’s in Store for You
Check out from viewpoints, nature, and cultural gems such as Bamboo Grove, Tenryuji Temple and Monkey Park Iwatayama plus other stops your local host has prepared for you along the wayOptional Lunch
Along the way, your local host will recommend you typical and local places where you can stop to have lunch and catch a break. Lunch is not included in the price
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Jessica
Personal Travel Assistant
Jessica5.022 reviewsI speakEnglish • Indonesian • 日本語Sebastian
The Car Guru
Sebastian4.721 reviewsI speakEnglish • EspañolGuia
Hostest with the mostest!
Guia4.937 reviewsI speakEnglish • 日本語Maha
Authenticity Radar
Maha4.912 reviewsI speakالعربية • English • Français
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private Guide
- Public Transportation
- 1 Local Tasting
- Tickets for Iwatayama Monkey Park; Okochi Sanso Villa and Tenryuji temple
- Kids join for free
Not included
- Entrance for other attractions than mentioned
- Lunch (on guest expenses)
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
The Best of Kyoto with Sebastian!!
"Great experience!! Sebastian is the best guide of Kyoto!! My wife and myself went with him to all the best places, including all the temples and a tea ceremony. Ask for Sebastian if you are in Kyoto,...
- 5.0
Teddy is sweet and kind!
"Better late than never! Teddy-san was amazing. He was very responsive and more than willing to modify our tour to include a location we requested. He also recommended some temple night illumination e...
- 5.0
Guia’s Tour was Arashiyama-zing
"We had an amazing experience with Guia as our guide in the bamboo forest and Arashiyama! Her deep knowledge of the area’s history added so much value to our visit. Guia was incredibly patient and fle...
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
100% customizable
Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
Private guided tours
No strangers on your tour. It’s just you and your local host.
Responsible
Our tours are designed with people, places & the planet in mind.
Questions?
We are here to help!
What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our locals for this tour
Guia, Jessica & 3 other locals
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