Aren't you tired of busy sightseeing spots a little bit? Don't you want to move your body, and enjoy workout on the mountain path with calm historical sites? . I recommend this trekking tour. This tour involves hiking from Yamashina Bishamondo temple to Ginkakuji Silver Pavillion via Higashiyama trekking route and Mt. Daimonji with its panoramic view.
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
JR Kyoto Station or Your hotel
Your Hotel
Pick you up at your hotel
Nanzenji Temple
It is the head temple of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism, and although it was originally built as an Imperial villa in 1264, it is famous for big wooden gate and its gardens. We walk through the ground of the temple.
Mountain path in the Eastern Mountains of Kyoto
Trekking in eastern mountains through small valley from Nanzenji temple
Mt.Daimonji
Enjoy breathtaking view from the Eastern Mountains (Mt.Daimonji) *How about a coffee break on the top?
Ginkakuji (Silver pavilion)
Originally built as a villa for the 8th shogun of Muromachi period, Ashikaga Yoshimasa. Ginkakuji is a typical example of the "wabi-sabi" beauty.
Lunch
Let's find a nice restaurant near the Silver Temple and have lunch!
Philosopher's Path to Nanzenji
Walking along the Philosopher's Path from Silver Pavilion to Nanzenji Temple
Higashiyama Subway Station
See you off at Higasiyama Subway Station, and Kanpai (Cheers) for your completion.
Ending Point
Higashiyama Subway Station or Ginkakuji temple (depending on the fitness level of your group and the weather conditions)
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
-Guiding fee
* This tour might be extended due to various circumstances such as weather conditions etc. In such case, I would NOT charge any extra guide fee.
-Transportation fare
-Lunch
-Drinks and snacks
-Entrance fees (Ginkakuji(600JPY/person) temple) *If you like to enter.
-Other personal expenses
I recommend you should wear sneakers or hiking shoes and bring a rain wear or an umbrella in case of shower, and also bring some bottles of water and snacks to appease your thirst and hunger temporarily sine we will walk about 4 hours in mountainous area maximum height is 470 meters above sea level.
You can have "Onigiri" rice ball lunch or sandwiches on the mountain if you like. Some good portable boxed lunches and bottles of drink are sold at Kyoto station. If you hope,I can serve you a cup (my handmade) of regular coffee or tea during the tour.
There is no restroom during mountainous area from Bishamondo to Ginkakuji.
Nanzenji is our tour's goal, but depending on the fitness level of your group and the weather conditions, Ginkakuji might be our goal.
I usually use public transportation systems such as trains, buses, taxi, and so on.
I like outdoor activities. If you would like to do hiking, cycling etc., please feel free to ask me in advance.
Hi! I'm Koichi. I was born in Osaka, I studied in Kyoto when I was a university student. Now I live in Shiga next to Kyoto. I am a national government licensed tour guide. I have been guiding about 160 groups over the past twelve months.
I usually guide my customers mainly in Kansai region including Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Kobe and Shiga by public transportation systems.
Well, I am curious about Japanese history, especially the history of Japan's ancient times since I was raised next to the world biggest mausoleum of the ancient Emperor called "Nintoku" in Sakai city Osaka which has just become one of the world cultural heritage sites. I dug out some ancient earthen ware vessels around there when I was a primary school student like the adventure archaeologist “Indiana Jones" (It’s our secret!!). That was my hobby. Now, one of my hobbies is outdoor activities such as mountaineering, kayaking, skiing and others. So I would like to take you to some good places where you can enjoy Japanese unique nature.
I love to guide foreign visitors from all over the world. I think it is my calling or heavenly given job. Let's go and enjoy together! I hope to see you soon.
Jennifer N.
“Excellent day tour with Koichi”
It's very nice to go day tour Mr. Koichi. He is fast, friendly and helpful. He gave us detailed information at every place we stopped. He guided us through multiaspect of Japan history and daily living. Highly recommended Mr Koichi! Thank you!
Esmeralda B.
“Kyoto has my heart! ”
Exploring the city of Kyoto with Koichi was the highlight of our trip! He was very informative and friendly. My children especially enjoyed the history lessons along the way. I definitely recommend this tour!
Esmeralda B.
“Best tour guide ”
Koichi was an excellent guide. He provided detailed historical overviews of the landmarks and shared many fascinating details about the beautiful landscape and architecture. He was also incredibly patient with our two children and offered superb restaurant recommendations.
$242/ per group