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Tenryuji Temple's main pond area.
Tea time.
Get your Zen on.
One of the larger torii (gates) at Fushimi Inari
Okochi Sanso offers spectacular gardens, views, and old homes too.

Kyoto : Immersive Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari by Private Vehicle

By Pinpoint Traveler, Inc
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Overview

Explore the sights of Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari on this full-day, private minivan tour based out of Osaka. In Arashiyama, you'll visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tenryuji, known for its beautiful architecture, gorgeous classic gardens, and lovely vistas. Then it's on to the world famous bamboo grove. Picture time! Afterwards, we slip away to the quiet, rarefied environs of the Okochi Sanso estate for gardens, architecture, and a matcha tea break too. Much more to see and stroll about in Arashimaya before we head to the awe-inspiring, ever-popular Fushimi Inari, where thousands of red gates (“torii”) snake up the mountain. We'll talk about the significance and sites as we make our way up the holy pathway, but it's a private tour, so we only go as high as you want!
While not included, we are happy to suggest a lunch stop along the way.
This tour can be customised, so do feel free to consult with us if you've something special in mind that we don't cover on the standard tour.

Activity location

  • Arashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Arashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by private vehicle (6 or 9 passenger vehicle, depending on your group size/choice)
  • What's includedWhat's includedNative (or equivalent) English-speaking driver-guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel/port pickup and drop-off in Central Osaka, Kobe or Kyoto
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedWe've got some good recommendations for you!
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAdmissions (figure 1,500 per adult)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedChild seat: 1,000 yen payable on day of tour.

Know before you book

  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Tour is priced per group. If you are 7 to 9 passengers, the price increase covers the larger vehicle. Even if you are less than 7, you can choose the 7 passengers and ride in the 9 passenger vehicle for extra space.
  • If you have to bring your luggage with you to the tour, you can leave it in the trunk during the tour, subject to space constraints.
  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day, traffic conditions and your preferable drop-off location.
  • A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • According to Japanese law, children under 6 years old or less than 140cm MUST use car seats. Be sure to request one in advance from us if required.
  • Enjoy all the exciting stops described above and more on this private vehicle tour! The plan described is a model course, and there is the possibility for change based on our guests' interests. Timing and external factors (such as traffic conditions) may force deviations from this model course.

Activity itinerary

Arashiyama
  • 1h
Within this part of Kyoto are the following places, all described in detaile below: Tenryuji, Bamboo Grove, Okochi Sanso. But also, we'll spend some time, as you wish, strolling the town itself, both along the river and through the shopping district.
Tenryuji Temple
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
The lovely, picture-perfect gardens are sure to both astound and bring you a sense of serenity. Timeless beauty, no matter what the season. We also get views of the prayer halls, mediation areas, and the bamboo grove (which we later walk right through).
Bamboo Forest Street
  • 20m
You've probably seen this pictures of this, and now you get to be a part of it. A narrow road snakes up a gentle hillside, with bamboo towering both to your left and right. A classic, and for good reason.
Okochi Sanso Garden
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Perched above Arashiyama's famous bamboo grove is this luxurious former actor's estate, largely built in the 1930s. You'll enjoy some macha (Japanese powdered green tea) and a small sweet, then stroll the gardens, take in the views, and check out the impressive buildings.
Gion
  • 10m
We spend a few minutes driving through and stopping for a quick stroll and picture taking in the Gion district.
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
  • 1h 15m
Arguably the most famous Shinto Shrine in the land, Fushimi Inari entices you ever higher up the mountain with its famous red torii (gates). Don't worry, though -- this is a private tour, so we'll only go as high as you want to! Along the way, we'll talk about what Shintoism, Japan's original religion, and we'll see plenty of significant sights aside from those red torii, too.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESArashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEArashiyama
    • Ukyo-ku,
    • 616-0007, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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