Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 29 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji worth booking?
Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji is a 8-hour experience in Kyoto, Japan, from ¥12,900 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 29 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (29)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- ¥12,900 per person
This 8-hour full-day tour offers a fantastic mix of Kyoto’s iconic temples, serene landscapes, and lively wildlife, all while using convenient public transit to minimize travel time. It's designed for those looking to experience both the peaceful and vibrant sides of Kyoto in one unforgettable day.
What you get
About this experience
This 8-hour full-day tour offers a fantastic mix of Kyoto’s iconic temples, serene landscapes, and lively wildlife, all while using convenient public transit to minimize travel time. It's designed for those looking to experience both the peaceful and vibrant sides of Kyoto in one unforgettable day.
What's included
Included
- Golden Temple Entrance Ticket
- Bilingual Local Guide
- Tenryuji Temple Entrance Ticket
- Souvenir Pictures downloadable from our Private Drive
- Monkey Park Entrance Ticket
Not included
- Transportation (Suica or Icoca Card recommended for trains and buses)
- Lunch
- Food & Drinks
- Shopping & Souvenirs
What you'll see and do
Meet your guide by the statue of the fox "Kitsunezo", in front of the JR Inari train Station. Your guide will be wearing the Japan Tour Adventure "JTA" uniform.
10 minutes here
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Begin your day with one of Kyoto’s most famous and mystical locations: the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Known for its thousands of vermillion torii gates winding up Mount Inari, this sacred site offers travelers an immersive experience through Japanese spiritual history, and wander through the tunnels of torii gates, pausing to capture photos of the beautiful red pillars.
90 minutes here
Stroll through the ethereal Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, a serene path surrounded by towering green stalks that sway gently in the breeze. It’s one of the most unique natural landscapes in Japan. Walk through the forest at a leisurely pace, allowing yourself to get lost in the peaceful atmosphere. This is a great place for meditation and photography.
80 minutes here
Tenryu-ji Temple
Just next to the Bamboo Forest is Tenryuji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Kyoto’s most significant Zen temples. Its beautiful gardens, designed centuries ago, reflect a masterful blend of Japanese landscape art. Take your time to explore the traditional Zen garden and its surrounding ponds, admiring the contrast between the architecture and lush greenery.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Arashiyama
Take a break from the bamboo and explore the main street of Arashiyama. Choose between free time in the area of joining the guide for a proper lunch time at a restaurant, skipping the line, and resting while eating a well-deserved full meal (lunch fee not included).
45 minutes here
Togetsukyo Bridge
Cross the Togetsukyo bridge and enjoy the view of the river.
Pass by without stopping
Monkey Park Iwatayama
A short hike up the hill from the bamboo grove, Iwatayama Monkey Park is home to wild Japanese macaques. At the top, you’re rewarded with a fun encounter with these animals and sweeping panoramic views of Kyoto. The climb is a bit steep but short (about 20 minutes). Once at the summit, you can feed the monkeys and enjoy the fantastic cityscape. ALTERNATIVE - FREE TIME Guests who do not wish to enter the monkey park will have an additional 60 minutes of free time, to wander around the area, visit local shops, and explore the surroundings, until the monkey park group comes back down to continue the tour. thank you. IMPORTANT: While most guests can do this hike, it is not recommended for people with leg/knee injuries, and depending on the guest's physical condition, the hike can take longer than 20 minutes. Thank you for your understanding.
70 minutes here · Admission included
Kinkakuji Temple
Finish your day at "Kinkakuji", the Golden Pavilion, a Zen temple famous for its top two floors entirely covered in gold leaf. The temple's reflection in the surrounding pond is mesmerizing, especially in the afternoon light. Walk the path around the pavilion and take in the meticulously designed landscape, which changes dramatically with each season. The group will then get in the bus and/or train, to Kyoto station, where the tour will officially end. Guests are free to leave the group after the golden temple, if the wish to stay around the area, or if they wish to go back privately by taxi or by any other way. thank you.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kyoto
Meet your guide by the statue of the fox "Kitsunezo", in front of the JR Inari train Station. Your guide will be wearing the Japan Tour Adventure "JTA" uniform.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour will end when the group gets back to Kyoto Station, or when the guests want to leave directly after the last stop, the Golden Temple.
Options you can book
English/German Speaking Guide
English Speaking Guide
English/Portuguese Speaking Guide
English/French Speaking Guide
English/Spanish Speaking Guide
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, en, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Japan Tour Adventure
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- While single travelers can book this tour directly, there is a "2 guests minimum" rule to give the tour a GO. in case of a single guest, the session might be cancelled and the guest will be notify as soon as possible, offering a rescheduling, or a full-refund.
- The access to the top of the Monkey Park consists of a short hike (15-20 minutes) through a steep path. Please get comfortable shoes and make sure you are in a reasonable physical condition to do it. Thank you.
- IMPORTANT: As we understand that some guests might not be willing to visit the monkey park, those who do not wish to go will have free time around the main area of Arashiyama, with a specific time and meeting location to catch up with the group coming back from the Monkey park.
- ⚠️PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY⚠️ This is NOT a private tour. It's a group tour that can have up to 12 people.
- Please note that this is a WALKING TOUR using public transportation, not a bus tour. Transportation (train, bus) is not included in the tour. We highly recommend you to get an IC Card, ICOCA or SUICA, to deal with transportation smoothly.
- Please note, this tour is APPROXIMATELY 8 hours, meaning it can differ by around 30 minutes before or after the estimated time.
- Our guide will contact you through whatsApp on departure time if you have not arrived, so please download WhatsApp prior to this tour. This will make any last minute communication easier between the guide and the guests.
- Please get to the meeting location 15 minutes before the departure time. As we have other groups in the tour, we cannot accept any late guests. If you are late to the tour, YOU CANNOT JOIN the tour and will not be given a refund. Thank you for your understanding.
- OTHER LANGUAGES (FRENCH / GERMAN / SPANISH) Some guides from our team can speak more than English and Japanese, but we cannot guarantee a specific language other than English on a shared tour. To confirm the availability of your preferred language on the date you wish to book our tour, Please contact us prior to your booking. Thank you.
- Not recommended for people with leg/knee problems
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 29 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
29 verified traveler reviews for Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
One of the best tours while in Japan!
I wish there we could give this tour more than 5 stars!! We took this tour on our last day in Japan, and I was a bit anxious as we didn’t want to miss seeing these sites. But we loved it! Our guide, Tom was superb!! I love having local guides who can provide both historical perspectives as well as their own context to the places we visit. Tom was wonderful in providing us with both. He also took us off the beaten path several times where we were completely alone. Tom is patient and considerate of his guests which made our experience a wonderful one. We had saved the best for last and we’re not disappointed!! Do know that these Siri are not within walking distance so you’ll be taking the public bus and train. I don’t believe it was clearly noted. We didn’t mind but people need to know.
via Tripadvisor
Fun tour with standout guide, Tom
Great overall experience. Our tour guide, Tom, was fantastic. He was super friendly and really made the tour informative, fun, and personalized for our group’s interests. He gave us insights and background on the sites that we would not have gotten otherwise, and was eager to answer all l of questions, related to the sites or not. The day was very hot since we did the tour in August, but Tom gave us plenty of opportunities to stop for drinks and rest, and took us to a great local spot for lunch that accommodated our group of 11 people. He even pivoted from our original plan when our teenagers were getting tired of seeing temples and offered up taking us to the Kyoto station for our last stop, which not only gave the kids a chance to shop, but brought us in to the air conditioning and also gave us spectacular views of Kyoto. Tom even messaged me after the tour with suggestions for dinner and other Kyoto highlights for the rest of our stay.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review and for taking the time to share your experience in such detail! We’re truly delighted to hear that you and your family had such an enjoyable and memorable day exploring Kyoto. It’s especially wonderful to know that the tour could be adapted along the way so that everyone, including the teenagers, could enjoy the day at their own pace. Tom will be delighted to hear your kind words. Thank you again for choosing Japan Tour Adventure and for allowing us to be part of your time in Kyoto. Warmest regards, Ayumi / JTA Team ⛩️
via Tripadvisor
Great day getting to know Kyoto
Great day experiencing Kyoto with Christophe! He was very knowledgeable about all the places we visited and about Japan in general! Using the trains and buses, and walking some of the quieter streets, was also a great way to get to know and see Kyoto. A very insightful, interesting, and fun day!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable day exploring Kyoto with Christophe. It’s wonderful to know that traveling by train and bus and walking through some of Kyoto’s quieter streets gave you a chance to experience the city from a different perspective. Christophe will be delighted to hear your kind words about his knowledge and guidance. Thank you again for choosing Japan Tour Adventure and for sharing your experience with us! Warmest regards, Ayumi / JTA Team ⛩️
via Tripadvisor
Tom is the BEST
Tom was the best guide we have had in Japan. He was extremely knowledgeable of Japanese history and clearly explained all aspects of the culture. He was very kind and easily adapted to our interests.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted to hear that you enjoyed learning more about Japanese history and culture during your tour. I'm sure Tom will be delighted to hear your thoughtful comments. Thank you again for choosing Japan Tour Adventure. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Japan in the future! Warmest regards from all of us, Ayumi / JTA Team ⛩️
via Viator
Tom was the best
Tom was a great guide. He was knowledgeable and flexible in the timing and direction in the tour. We spent the whole day with him and would recommend him to anyone.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable day exploring with Tom. He will be especially happy to know that you appreciated his knowledge, flexibility, and ability to tailor the tour to the group's pace and interests. It means a great deal to us that you spent the whole day with Tom and would recommend him to others. Creating memorable and personalized experiences is exactly what we strive for, and we're so pleased that your tour reflected that. Thank you for choosing Japan Tour Adventure. We hope to welcome you back on another adventure in Japan in the future! Warmest regards, Ayumi / JTA Team ⛩️
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- ¥12,900 to ¥16,900
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Japan Tour Adventure, who run 9 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 63.6.
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Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kyoto.
How much does Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji cost?
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Prices start at ¥12,900 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kyoto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kyoto is not rushed.
Is Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 29 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kyoto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji?
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Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kyoto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kyoto and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kyoto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kyoto?
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On Outty we rank every Kyoto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kyoto : Chopsticks Making Workshop with Engraving Option in Gion, Kyoto: Gion Hidden Gems & Geisha Culture Tour, Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available). The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kyoto?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji?
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Included: Golden Temple Entrance Ticket; Bilingual Local Guide; Tenryuji Temple Entrance Ticket; Souvenir Pictures downloadable from our Private Drive; and Monkey Park Entrance Ticket. Not included: Transportation (Suica or Icoca Card recommended for trains and buses); Lunch; Food & Drinks; and Shopping & Souvenirs. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji?
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Meet your guide by the statue of the fox "Kitsunezo", in front of the JR Inari train Station. Your guide will be wearing the Japan Tour Adventure "JTA" uniform. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji offered in?
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It is offered in German, Portuguese, English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Kyoto. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji?
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Across 29 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Full day Kyoto Walk in Fushimi, Arashiyama, Monkey, and Kinkakuji?
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There are 5 options to choose from, including English/German Speaking Guide, English Speaking Guide, English/Portuguese Speaking Guide, English/French Speaking Guide. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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