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Arashiyama from Kyoto: Private & Personalized with a Local Guide
Kyoto,
Japan
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Overview
Duration
6h
Languages
Japanese, English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
This private Arashiyama walking tour is a flexible, personalized day trip from Kyoto that offers a unique alternative to standard sightseeing. Instead of following a rigid schedule, you'll explore at your own pace with an itinerary thoughtfully tailored to your interests.
Experience Arashiyama’s highlights and hidden corners in a way that feels dynamic and engaging. Stroll beneath towering bamboo groves, visit tranquil temples off the beaten path, and wander atmospheric streets lined with artisan shops. Along the way, enjoy captivating stories, discover local traditions, and appreciate the distinctive character that makes Arashiyama so memorable.
After booking, you'll receive a brief questionnaire to share your interests. Your guide will then create a customized, flexible itinerary to ensure your experience is truly immersive and tailored just for you.
What to remember
Important info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.. This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.. Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
What's included
Private, personalized walking tour with a passionate local host. Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and tips. Admission to Okochi Sanso Villa and Monkey Park Iwatayama. Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your interests. Tickets to 4 of these 5 temples: Tenryu-ji, Jojakko-ji, Gio-ji, Otagi Nenbutsu-ji, Daikaku-ji
What's not included
Food and drinks. Additional tickets for any attractions not listed in the inclusions. Transportation (primarily a walking experience; public transport may be used at an additional cost). Bicycle rentals. Gratuities (optional)
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
City Unscripted
Meeting Point
This is a great central point to meet your host if your hotel is not listed.
This is a walking tour. Your host will meet you at your selected hotel, and the tour will begin on foot. If you’d prefer to meet at a central location instead, please choose the meeting point option.
If your hotel isn’t on the list, simply select the central landmark option. This is a private walking experience.
Once you’ve booked, our Experience Planners will get in touch to confirm the meeting point and help with any final details to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your personalized tour.
NO private vehicle is included. For longer distances, your host may suggest using public transport. Any transport costs can be settled on the day.