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Kyoto Private Tour - Kinkakuji Temple
Kinkakuji Temple
Kyoto Private Tour - Kinkakuji Temple
Kinkakuji Temple
Kyoto Private Tour - Okochi Sanso Garden
Okochi Sanso Garden
Kyoto Private Tour - Okochi Sanso Garden
Okochi Sanso Garden
Kyoto Private Tour - Okochi Sanso Garden
Okochi Sanso Garden
Kyoto Private Tour - Togetsukyo Bridge
Togetsukyo Bridge
Kyoto Private Tour - Tenryuji Temple
Tenryuji Temple
Kyoto Private Tour - Bamboo Forest
Bamboo Forest

Full-Day Arashiyama and Kinkakuji Tour in Kyoto

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Kyoto Tour Guide - Maricel E.

Joined 2024

Maricel E.
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This tour offers a rich blend of Kyoto's natural beauty and historic grandeur. Starting at Tenryuji, we will explore this Zen temples stunning garden. A short walk leads to the Sagano Bamboo Forest, where towering bamboo stalks create a serene atmosphere. We continue to Okochi Sanso, the former villa of a famous silent film actor. After lunch, we head to Ryoanji, known for its iconic rock garden. The final stop is Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion, which provides a wonderful conclusion to the day.

Itinerary

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09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Randen Arashiyama Station

- *In front the entrance to the station.

09:20 AM

Tenryuji

We explore the stunning gardens that seamlessly blend with the surrounding Arashiyama landscape.

10:00 AM

Sagano Bamboo Forest

Explore the towering bamboo stalks and the serene, otherworldly atmosphere they create.

10:40 AM

Okochi Sanso

Explore the former villa of a famous silent film actor, featuring exquisite gardens and panoramic views.

11:40 AM

Hozu River and Togetsukyo Bridge

Walk along the beautiful river and view the iconic bridge.

12:00 PM

Lunch

Enjoy a traditional Japanese lunch in the town of Arashiyama.

02:00 PM

Ryoanji

Explore the grounds of this Zen temple, known for its iconic rock garden that epitomizes Zen simplicity.

03:30 PM

Kinkakuji

The Golden Pavilion, whose shimmering reflection on the pond provides a breathtaking conclusion to this immersive cultural and scenic experience.

Ending Point

Kinkakuji

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Inclusions & Exclusions

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What‘s included

Guide service is included in the price of this tour.

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What‘s not included

*Guests should bring ¥5,000 in cash for admission tickets to temples and transportation.

*Guests should bring additional cash for lunch, snacks and souvenirs.

Tour Important Information

*Depending on where the guests are staying we may want to set the meeting point at JR SAGA-ARASHIYAMA STATION. This will be discussed through emails before the day of the tour.

Cancellation Policy

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Kyoto Tour Guide - Maricel E.

Joined 2024

Maricel E.
5.00 / 5
(7 reviews)
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About Tour Guide Maricel E.

Hello, my name is Maricel. I'm from the Philippines and I've been living in Kyoto Japan for 17 years now. I am an experienced Kyoto tour guide with a deep passion for showcasing the city’s rich cultural heritage and history and landmarks. I am dedicated to providing engaging and informative guided tours tailored to the interests and preferences of each visitor. Committed to creating unforgettable experiences that capture the essence of Kyoto’s tranquility and beauty, I am looking forward to guiding you while you are here.

Reviews

Great time in Kyoto

Experienced confident and patient guide. Maricel was fantastic and made sure we had a great time. Hope she shows us around some new sites when we visit again next year!!

Anthony L.

Maricel E.

Thank you so much for entrusting me your tour in Kyoto. It was nice meeting you all! Hope to see you all again in the near future.

Great visit to Kyoto with Maricel

We had a great tour today with Maricel who is a very lovely and passionate person. Her English is very good and she is very knowledgeable about the Japanese culture. The four hour walking tour was very interesting and we can only recommend Maricel to everybody.

Claudio D.

Maricel E.

Thank you so much for giving me a nice review, it was nice meeting you all. You have a lovely family, it is my pleasure to tour you around Kyoto, I am so glad that you like the tour. I wish you safe travel and hope to see you all again on your next trip to Kyoto.

Kind, thoughtful and fun

Maricel met us at our hotel. She arrived well in advance of time and was ready to spend time with us in a meaningful way. She took time to understand what we wanted and structured the tour accordingly. Throughout the tour she was informative. She was also able to guide us to good coffee places and help us navigate the public transport. I would recommend her highly.

Rayna S.

Maricel E.

Good afternoon Ms Rayna, thank you so much for your 5 star review about me. I'm so glad and honored to meet you and your family. It was a wonderful day to have you and explore the beautiful sceneries of Kyoto.Hope to see you again and it would be my pleasure to show more the beauty of Kyoto thas has to offer.Thank you and keed safe and healthy always!

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