KYOTO
Kyoto’s most-loved days out.
The 10 most popular hiking & trekking in Kyoto. What each one involves, how long it runs, what it costs, and who you book with.
Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Taisha by hidden trails and quiet back routes, with a small guide group, bamboo forest, and castle views.
“A fair amount of walking uphill, but a good tour to the bamboo forest and to the shrine areas. The guide was very knowledgeable and accommodating, he provided a good overview of the area and history.”
Escape Fushimi Inari crowds on a 3-hour small-group hike from Tofukuji through forest trails, bamboo groves, and torii viewpoints.
“Very fun and just challenging enough to make yourself feel accomplished.”
Private Kyoto hike through Kurama and Kibune shrines, forests, and reiki legend, with hotel pickup and included admissions for a full day.
“Ryoma was amazing from start to finish. He was very personable and well informed about the history of Mount Kurama. We thoroughly enjoyed our hike up the mountain and the rest of our day with him, including a delicious soba lunch- highly recommend!”
Half-day hike from Kyoto to Kurama Temple, shrine prayers, cedar-forest views, then an outdoor onsen stop in Kurama village.
“It was fantastic! Phillipe, the guide was very kind and mindful”
Private 3-hour hike at Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari Taisha with a local guide, quieter trails, Shinto context, and DSLR photos.
“Louis was a great tour leader on this walking excursion in April 2025. His route allowed us to have a quiet hike through some beautiful places on the way to the bustling peaks and torii passages. Louis explained some of the history and mythRead more”
Small-group Arashiyama bamboo hike with a guide, mountain views, and a visit to Adashino Nenbutsu-ji with 8,000 statues.
“Fantastic experience. A proper ‘hike’ and an amazing way to experience the bamboo forest and climbing the hills to see the view. Taira was a really friendly and engaging guide with excellent English. It was like going hiking with a new friend. PRead more”
Ninja-style trekking at Mt. Daimonji in Kyoto: a half-day hike with dojo training, breathing and footwork tips, and a scenic route to Ginkakuji.
“Wow! Wow! Wow!”
Early access Arashiyama bamboo forest plus a small-group hike with views, shrine stops, and insurance included in a 3-hour tour.
“This was such a great experience and everyone should do this! You get to see Arashima Bamboo forest plus some stunning views as you hike up a mountainous trail. Rin is an amazing guide and we had a wonderful time.”
Hike from Kyoto’s Kurama to Kifune, with a licensed English guide, temple visits, scenic forest paths, and easy public-transit return.
“Our tour guide, Mark, was lovely and very knowledgeable about the region we were visiting as well as Kyoto in general. The hike to Mt Kurama down to Kibune was wonderful. Well paced, and both my 15 and 7 year olds were able to keep up Read more”
Guided hike from Kurama-dera to Kifune Shrine on the Kurama–Kibune paths, with temple views, forest stairs, and water-themed omikuji.
“This hike through Kurama and Kibune was one of the highlights of my trip. Justin, as a guide was friendly, generous with his knowledge, and shared insights into hidden spots beyond the usual tourist path — but you’ll have to join the tour yourRead more”
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