Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours


KYOTO · JAPAN

15 Best Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours In Kyoto

Kyoto’s most-loved days out.

The 15 most popular arashiyama & bamboo forest tours in Kyoto. What each one involves, how long it runs, what it costs, and who you book with.

15 Best Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours In Kyoto

Osaka/Kyoto:Kinkakuji,Arashiyama,FushimiInariShrine,NaraPark - Getting Started in Osaka or Kyoto (VIP Lounge + Prompt Departures)
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Kyoto, Kyoto Highlights Tours, Tour Reviews

Osaka/Kyoto:Kinkakuji,Arashiyama,FushimiInariShrine,NaraPark

/

1.Osaka/Kyoto:Kinkakuji,Arashiyama,FushimiInariShrine,NaraPark

One day in Japan’s best hits: Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama bamboo, Fushimi Inari torii, and Nara deer, with optional Kobe beef lunch.

Most Popular★ 4.1

“Some delays but that was not the guide´s fault. You always have those people who get lost or do not pay attention to the instructions. Maybe a smaller group is better if you dont want to deal with a bus full of passengers. The guide was great, answered to all our questions. Will definitely reccomment…”

1,596 reviewsFrom $66by VIP Japan Tour

Check Availability →Read the review →

Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Gardens & Secrets - Nonomiya Shrine: a small stop with a big cultural role
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Kyoto, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours

Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Gardens & Secrets

/
Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Monkeys, or Secret Sake Brewery - Where you meet, how you’ll move, and why it matters
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Breweries, Drinking Tours, Food & Drink, Kyoto, Sake Tasting, Sake Tasting & Brewery Tours, Tour Reviews

Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Monkeys, or Secret Sake Brewery

/

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

Walk Kyoto’s Arashiyama highlights: bamboo grove, Okochi Sanso garden, Tenryuji Temple, monkey park views, plus shopping or sake tasting.

★ 4.8

“Karim is an amazing, fun and energetic guide. He told us the best spots to make picture, and the best places to eat. He was very flexible and fit to our mood very easily.”

886 reviews5 hoursFrom $87by Japan Tour Adventure

Check Availability →Read the review →

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour - Tenryu-ji Zen gardens: UNESCO calm you actually get to enjoy
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Kyoto, Tea Ceremony Experiences, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

/

4.Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, Monkeys, Matcha & Temple Tour

Arashiyama bamboo forest, Tenryu-ji Zen gardens, Uji matcha, Togetsukyo bridge, and Monkey Park macaques in a 4-hour guided walk.

★ 5.0

“Honestly, I don’t understand how this tour has so many 5-star reviews. The tour started late because some guests arrived late, which was unfair for us who arrived on time. The guide’s explanations were messy, limited, and felt scripted. Read more”

759 reviewsFrom $53.06by Traveling Kyoto

Check Availability →Read the review →

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch - Arashiyama Bamboo Forest: the walk you’ll remember most
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Fushimi Inari Tours, Kyoto, Lunch Experiences, Nara Day Trips, Tour Reviews

Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch

/

5.Osaka/Kyoto: Arashiyama, Nara & Fushimi Inari Shrine w/Lunch

Osaka/Kyoto day trip to Arashiyama, Nara Park and Fushimi Inari, with Kobe lunch and easy pacing from an air-conditioned bus.

★ 4.4

“we woke up late and our guide instructed us what to do. overall a great experience for someone that wants to do a flash tour of the places. the Kobe beef was amazing and also the place was quite traditional. highly recommended for the activities and Veggie our guide”

754 reviewsFrom $61by VIP Japan Tour

Check Availability →Read the review →

Kyoto: Nijo, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Kiyomizu & Fushimi Inari - Arashiyama Bamboo Grove: early photos and how to use your time
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Fushimi Inari Tours, Kyoto, Kyoto Highlights Tours, Nijo Castle Tours, Tour Reviews

Kyoto: Nijo, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Kiyomizu & Fushimi Inari

/

6.Kyoto: Nijo, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Kiyomizu & Fushimi Inari

Kyoto in one day by bus: Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari with a bilingual guide.

★ 5.0

“The tour was poorly organised. In the yur’s point they took us to bamboo forest outside Kyoto where there was nothing to see as temples are not open. The Guide female was not attentive to us, left us behind despite we asked her twice to wait and to repeat what ems he was telling.”

699 reviewsFrom $51.80by Amigo Tours Japan

Check Availability →Read the review →

Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night - Meeting at Saga-Arashiyama Station: where the night starts
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Evening Experiences, Kyoto, Night Tours & Walks, Tour Reviews, Tours

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

/
Arashiyama Bamboo Forest & Hidden Gems Bike Tour (Early Bird) - Stop 1: Bamboo Forest Street, Quiet Photos and a Real Soundscape
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Bike & E-Bike Tours, Cycling Tours, Kyoto, Private Guided Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

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

/

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

Early-morning private bike ride in Kyoto’s Arashiyama. Ride Cannondale bikes, beat bamboo crowds, visit Tenryu-ji, Togetsukyo.

★ 5.0

“Ray our guide was full of information and knowledge. Was a great way to see the back streets of Kyoto. Biking was easy and not difficult. Entry to the sites was easy with Ray taking the lead. We learnt so much and it was a great way to see the sites and a change from…”

613 reviewsFrom $106.12by Kyoto Bike Tour

Check Availability →Read the review →

Kyoto: Arashiyama Customized Rickshaw Tour & Bamboo Forest - Picking Your Duration: 45 Minutes to 3 Hours 10
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Kyoto, Rickshaw Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kyoto: Arashiyama Customized Rickshaw Tour & Bamboo Forest

/

9.Kyoto: Arashiyama Customized Rickshaw Tour & Bamboo Forest

Private rickshaw through Arashiyama’s bamboo grove with temple stops and photo pauses, from Togetsu-kyo Bridge. Customize your route.

★ 5.0

“Koki was a fabulous guide, great communicator, friendly, chatty, informative, and fun— and a brilliant photographer! The rickshaw was comfortable, and the blankets kept us snug and warm. We loved our experience and will highly recommend your service and Koki to any of our friends coming to Kyoto!”

432 reviews45 - 190 minutesFrom $51by Ebisuya Rickshaw

Check Availability →Read the review →

Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour - Hokyoin: a hidden-garden reset in the middle of Arashiyama
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Half-Day, Kyoto, Tour Reviews, Tours, Walking Tours

Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour

/

10.Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo forest & Garden Half-Day Walking Tour

Walk Kyoto’s Arashiyama with a small-group guide, see Tenryu-ji and bamboo, enjoy included tea and lunch, plus temple/garden entry and photos.

★ 5.0

“This tour took us to so many beautiful locations including the Arashiyama bamboo forest. In addition to the bamboo forest, we were guided through so of the most stunning and peaceful zen gardens that you don’t want to miss. Our guide Hiroko was so kind, knowledgeable and fun to be around. She made our tour…”

413 reviewsFrom $129.33by MagicalTrip Inc.

Check Availability →Read the review →

Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest - The Early Morning Plan: Be There Before the Bamboo Swarm
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Kyoto, Rickshaw Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest

/
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Kyoto, Tea Ceremony Experiences, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Matcha, Monkeys & Temple Tour

/
Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots - Start at Saga-Arashiyama Station: Your Afternoon Setup
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Bike & E-Bike Tours, Cycling Tours, Kyoto, Tour Reviews, Tours

Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots

/

13.Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots

A 4-hour bike ride through Arashiyama: macaques at Iwatayama, the bamboo soundscape, Tenryu-ji gardens, and Togetsukyo Bridge.

★ 5.0

“This was one of my top two favorite activities since being in Japan. Peter is an excellent guide—making it fun and educational. Be ready for a serious hike up to those monkeys, though! I’m glad I did it; it was rewarding at the top. Peter rRead more”

283 reviewsFrom $106.12by Kyoto Bike Tour

Check Availability →Read the review →

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys & secret spots - Stop 1: Arashiyama Park and the early bamboo view
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Kyoto, Tea Ceremony Experiences, Tour Reviews

Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys & secret spots

/

14.Kyoto: Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Matcha, Monkeys & secret spots

Arashiyama bamboo, Tenryu-ji, matcha at Okochi Sanso, Togetsukyo Bridge, and Iwatayama monkeys on a small 5-hour walking tour.

★ 5.0

“Augustin was great! Super knowledgeable and took us to a number of quieter spots to enjoy the bamboo forest and gardens. He was also had a number of cool insights into foods to try in Japan! All around - highly recommended!”

219 reviewsFrom $89.54by Japan Tour Adventure

Check Availability →Read the review →

Kyoto Early Bird English Tour: Fushimi-Inari and Arashiyama - Meeting at Kyoto Station: the start that sets the tone
Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours, Fushimi Inari Tours, Kyoto, Private Guided Tours, Tour Reviews, Tours

Kyoto Early Bird English Tour: Fushimi-Inari and Arashiyama

/

More Arashiyama & Bamboo Forest Tours In Kyoto

Scroll to Top

Explore Kyoto

Every district, every season, and every way to see the old capital.

Gion & Geisha

Temples & Gardens

Food & Sake

Arashiyama

Day Trips