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Arashiyama Tour with Scenic Boat Ride

Nature & Outdoor
Kyoto Tour Guide - Jasmine L.

Joined 2025

Jasmine L.
5.00 / 5
(18 reviews)
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Kyoto
English (Native), Chinese (Simplified) (Native), Japanese, Malay (Native)
4 hours
Private tour (only you and Jasmine L.)
Up to 10 people

Escape the city and step into nature on this unforgettable Arashiyama adventure.

Wander through Kyoto’s famous Bamboo Forest, explore the peaceful Tenryu-ji Temple, shop for local treats, cross the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge, and enjoy a scenic boat ride with seasonal views. A perfect mix of culture, nature, and fun—all in one trip!

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

10:00 AM

Meeting Point

Saga Arashiyama Station

- Saga Arashiyama JR Station (Main Entrance near Maison Matcha Cafe) Exit via SOUTH GATE.

10:10 AM

Tenryu-ji Temple

A UNESCO World Heritage Zen temple, famous for its beautifully landscaped gardens that change with the seasons.

11:00 AM

Bamboo Forest

One of the most iconic sights in Kyoto, this short walking path surrounded by towering bamboo stalks creates a magical, calming atmosphere.

12:00 PM

Togetsukyo Bridge

Translating to "Moon Crossing Bridge," this wooden bridge offers stunning views of the Katsura River and surrounding mountains.

01:00 PM

Scenic Boat Ride

We will go around the Oi river which is located upstream of the Togetsu Bridge on a Japanese houseboat. The boatman steers the boat with a bamboo pole. Enjoy elegant boating in the valley of Arashiyama.

*It is a shared boat ride with other passengers.*

*Subjects to seasonal change/weather conditions, will be replaced with monkey park if unavailable*

01:40 PM

Hozugawa Riverside Walk/Shopping Street

Walk down the scenic river or enjoy some souvenir shopping at the Arashiyama shopping streets!

*Assistance for getting back to Kyoto city center is available*

Ending Point

Hozugawa River

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

• Guide Fee

• Entrance tickets to Tenryu-ji Temple

• Boat ridde tickets

• Japanese sweets (dango) during boat ride

What‘s not included

• Hotel Pick Up

Tour Important Information

• Tour Duration: Approx. 4 hours with moderate walking and one short uphill hike.


• Scenic boat ride is subjected to seasonal change/weather conditions, it will be replaced with the Monkey Park if unavailable.


• Weather: Tour runs rain or shine. Please bring a small umbrella or rain jacket just in case.

Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Kyoto Tour Guide - Jasmine L.

Joined 2025

Jasmine L.
5.00 / 5
(18 reviews)
Identity Verified
Interview-Based Quality Checks

About Tour Guide Jasmine L.

Hi, I’m Jasmine! I am a friendly, multilingual guide based in Kyoto.

My tours are perfect for families with children and easy-paced for elderly guests. I offer warm, personal experiences filled with fun stories, local delights, and hidden gems you won’t find in guidebooks. Let’s explore Kyoto together!

Reviews

Absolutely amazing!

Jasmine was a fantastic guide and really elevated our experience. My wife and I had only a short amount of time in Kyoto, but Jasmine really made that time feel complete. From temples, to shrines, to small shops, to food. Jasmine had it all planned out, while still adjusting to our personal needs. I can't recommend her enough. (P.s. sorry for scaring you when my wife got a bloody nose. She was alright and we really appreciate the Iron supplement gummies you picked up for us!)

Amazing day in Kyoto!

We had a fantastic day with Jasmine. She was absolutely brilliant with our two boys (aged 9 and 12) and gave us all a brilliant and insightful experience of Kyoto. Thank you Jasmine! We highly, highly recommend you to others!

Nishiki Market Food Guide + Gion Night Stroll

Our group of 5 adults & 2 children age 3 & 7 had an incredible tour with Jasmine. We started our private tour walking through Nishiki Market where Jasmine ordered 7 different local tastes for us to try at different stalls along the way. She made it easy by ordering for us, securing a place for us to sit and try each item despite the crowds, and she was knowledgeable about everything we tasted. We loved hearing her explanations about each item. And she even picked up extra treats and candies for the children. Although she had specific places for us to stop, she was also flexible with the interest of everyone in our group as she allowed for us to stop and shop or try other items along the way. She went at our pace while maintaining the structure of the tour. Next she took us to the Gion district and was so informative walking us along the streets past tea houses and giving us a lot of fun and interesting history and facts about Giesha and Meiko. We continued on the visit several local shrines and she made us feel comfortable, walking us through the process of visiting each shrine. My daughter especially loved participating in this as Jasmine guided her through the nuances of each shrine. Jasmine was very kind, patient, fun and informative. We would definitely recommend her to anyone traveling to the Kyoto area.

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$261/ per group

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