[Kyoto] Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Sagano Bamboo Grove & Tenryu-ji
- Overview
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- Walk through the Sagano Bamboo Grove with a **licensed English-speaking guide**
- Visit **Tenryu-ji Temple**, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Enjoy peaceful views from **Togetsukyo Bridge** before the crowds arrive
- **Visit Jojakko-ji Temple, or Okochi Sanso Villa** on summer departures (Jul-Sep)
- Summer-only **morning plan** available (Jul-Sep)
- Tours from Jan-Jun and Oct-Dec 2027 include a **yakatabune boat ride** on the Hozu River
- What to expect
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Discover Kyoto’s timeless charm on a guided morning walk through Arashiyama’s scenic wonders. Stroll the iconic Sagano Bamboo Grove, visit Tenryu-ji Temple’s Zen gardens, and enjoy peaceful views from Togetsukyo Bridge. Depending on the season and plan, explore Jojakko-ji Temple’s mossy grounds or Okochi Sanso Villa’s panoramic hilltop garden. Beat the crowds with early departures and enjoy the refreshing atmosphere of Kyoto’s nature. Tours operating from January to June and October to December 2027 include a relaxing yakatabune boat ride along the Hozu River, offering a unique view of Arashiyama from the water. Led by a licensed English-speaking guide, this tour blends cultural insight with natural beauty - perfect for first-time visitors and repeat travelers alike.