Arashiyama Bamboo Forest tours

I recommend this trip for those with limited time during their Osaka visit. It’s a wonderful way to see three popular tourist spots in just one day. We started from Dotonburi at 8am and returned around 6:30pm. You’ll get about 2 hours to explore the Arashiyama area, 1 hour in Nara, and over an hour at Fushimi Inari Shrine. Just a heads-up: be punctual so you don’t miss the tour, which leaves without you if you're late. Be sure to plan your day wisely. We managed to squeeze in a quick lunch in Arashiyama since there wouldn’t be time to eat at the other spots.

Theodore Chan (Chan-san/Teddy-san) was an absolute pleasure. His knowledge of Kyoto was nothing short of impressive. Additionally, our tour had both English and Chinese speakers; his effort, ability, and consideration of all members was spectacular to witness and his respect of all parties was clearly evident. Along with our driver (Nakamura-san), we were able to get a sample of 4 wonderful sights of Kyoto (Nijo castle, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, and Senbon Torii) with seamless transition from site-to-site. A full exploration of all monuments was had despite not having the time to fully traverse all of Senbon Torii. Our tour was booked in December, Chan-san explained the limitations of a 1-day tour but also provided insight to future tours (to include Sakura/Cherry Blossom season). I would happily rebook with Theodore Chan during to further explore our favorite sites. 5-stars for both the tour and the ease of joining with Klook.

I really enjoyed this day tour. It’s such a stress free activity since you have a guide who will bring you to beautiful places and sceneries. Our guide was Harry and he did an awesome job. We got to see so many places that me and my family ould not have gone too. ai would recommend doing this tour and requesting Harry as your guide.

Exceeded expectations. Georgina tailored the tour to my interests, provided entry into all attractions and we managed to fit it the main attractions and little things I wanted to do and see. Lits of information and a rich tour of the traditional side of Japan. Highly recommended!

Our Kyoto/Nara guide Fiona was excellent in planning the tour and ensuring we the trip was smooth and enjoyable. She was attentive, well-organised, and very knowledgeable throughout the journey. The driver, Mr Hong, drove cautiously and professionally, ensuring we were safely and comfortably transported for the entire trip. Overall, a very pleasant and well-managed experience. Highly recommended.

Appreciated the serene gardens at Sanzen-ji temple. Can buy tea set for 600 yen with matcha and Japanese sweet to enjoy in this setting. Tour guide Alvin is detailed and knowledgeable.

Very impressed with both the guide, Mr. Chan, and the tour program. It's a little unfortunate that it was very windy and cold today, and the river water was low, so the boat tour was canceled, but we got a refund for that portion (although not all of it). Very impressed. The route after the train ride has a short time of only 2.5 hours. If you can endure not having a serious lunch, you can complete everything, but we were hungry, so we ate at a tea shop for half an hour (many delicious shops). We didn't go to the monkey park because we don't like monkeys, but we went to Tenryu-ji Temple instead, and then out to the bamboo forest, which has a path leading down to the river, and then back to the main road. If you don't shop or stroll, or stand in line to buy coffee at the famous shop, you can make it to the kimono forest. I recommend using AI to help plan the walking route to make the walk smooth. In conclusion, the guide was very good, better than other routes (judging from asking other guides while waiting for the bus, others were very moody even though they were from the same company). Thank you very much for this special day.

Our guide Katsuhiko was super nice and he even took us to an amazing garden in Arashiyama among the shrines and the saga o romantic train. I definitely recommend the tour you won’t regret it.