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Monkey park & Bamboo in Kyoto
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Joined 2025
Explore the beautiful Arashiyama area in Kyoto on this fun day tour!
Start at the famous Monkey Park, where you can see wild Japanese monkeys up close and even feed them safely. Enjoy amazing views of Kyoto from the hilltop and take great photos with the playful monkeys. After that, walk toward the famous Togetsukyo Bridge, enjoy a tasty local lunch, and try street food while exploring the lively streets. Finish the day with a relaxing walk through the peaceful bamboo forest.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At Arashiyama station
Arashiyama Monkey park
feeding Monkeys safely, and taking in the panoramic views of Kyoto.
Walk towards to Togetsukyo bridge
Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the riverside, soaking in the scenery and street atmosphere.
Lunch near the bridge
Stop at a local restaurant for a traditional Japanese meal or try street food along the way.
Bamboo Grove walking
Walk through the streets, try local snacks, visit shops, and eventually reach the famous bamboo forest for photos and peaceful nature strolls.
Ending Point
At Arashiyama station
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
•guide fee
•transportation fee
•Admission fee : monkey park 800 yen per person （Please kindly cover my ticket, thank you very much in advance）
•meals ( lunch and snacks on the street )
Tour Important Information
• please wear comfortable walking shoes.
• The tour includes moderate walking and uphill paths at the Monkey Park.
• The bamboo grove involves a longer walk from the bridge area.
• The tour is mostly outdoors, so bring sunscreen, a hat, or an umbrella depending on the weather
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
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Niko T.
KONNICHIWA!!
I’m Niko!
I’ve lived in Australia and worked at the Osaka Expo 2025.
Through those experiences, I met people from all over the world — we hung out together, and I loved taking them to hidden local spots that tourists usually don’t find, like cozy cafés, local restaurants, and beautiful nature spots.
I’m a very friendly person who loves learning new things. I enjoy not only sharing unique and lesser-known sides of Japan, but also hearing stories about your country and anything you’d like to talk about!
I’m a big FOODIE! (Please go to my galleries!)
Please let me make you try my favorite Japanese foods!!
I also love taking a pictures and will always bring my camera with me, , so I can take beautiful photos of you during the tour — and you’ll get them on the spot as a little gift !
Providing warm hospitality to people is truly my joy.
You won’t regret joining my tour — I promise!
Can’t wait to meet you soon!
Reviews
Vernon T.
“Did you say perfect, Yes!”
Niko took us on a whirlwind tour of Kyoto. Started with Fushemi Inari shrine and all the Toriis. By the way, all was done on local buses and trams. Kinkakuji , Golden Pavilion was stunning, Gion and Kamo river district brought shopping opportunities. Quiet Geisha district She took us on various walks thru markets and alleys. We were a group oof 4, and it was amazing how Niko kept track of all of us and kept us constantly going. And recomendation of a fabulous restaurant for lunch.
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Niko T.
Thank you so much for your kind review! It was truly a pleasure spending the day with all of you and exploring Kyoto together. I’m really glad you enjoyed the different areas, the walks through the markets and alleys, and the lunch recommendation. Wishing you many more wonderful travels, and I hope our paths cross again someday!
Deborah T.
“A truly great guide!”
Niko was a terrific guide for us in Kyoto - she consistently went above and beyond. She worked hard to get a replacement sushi class for us when the original canceled. She took us to the most important sites; then even helped me get a special Pokemon for my granddaughter! We were very impressed with Niko and recommend her highly.
Niko T.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. It truly means a lot to me. I’m so happy I could spend the day with you and your family in Kyoto and help create special memories —It was a pleasure guiding you, and I sincerely appreciate your recommendation. I hope our paths cross again:)
Stephen o'grady O.
“The Perfect Guide for Kyoto”
It was an absolute pleasure to meet Niko, warm, knowledgeable, and wonderfully articulate. She truly went above and beyond to ensure we both had a memorable and enriching visit to Kyoto. We would wholeheartedly recommend Niko to anyone seeking an exceptional guide. You will be in excellent hands and will not be disappointed. Pranom & Stephen
Niko T.
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It was truly a pleasure spending time with you both in Kyoto, and I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience. Your warmth and curiosity made the tour very special for me as well. I’m very grateful you chose to spend part of your journey with me, and I hope our paths cross again someday. Wishing you many more wonderful travels! With heartfelt thanks, Niko
$189/ per group
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