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By Miyako Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is $380 per traveler* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Start at Kinkaku-ji, admiring the Golden Pavilion reflected in its pond garden.
    • Continue to Ryōan-ji to experience its calm Zen rock garden.
    • End with a gentle hike to the Monkey Park, meeting wild macaques.
    • Travel with a Taxi between landmarks.

Activity location

    • Arashiyama
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Japan, 〒603-8372 京都府京都市北区衣笠街道町１２ | We meet in front of the Lawson - Kyoto Kinkakuji Temple shop
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

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Kyoto: Kinkakuji The Golden Pavilion, Ryōan-Ji and Wildlife

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 8:45AM
Price details
$379.70 x 1 Traveler$379.70
Total
Price is $379.70
Until Sun, Oct 18

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Entry Ticket to Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion
  • Inclusions
    Entry Ticket to Ryōan-Ji
  • Inclusions
    Entry Ticket to the Monkey Park
  • Inclusions
    Taxi rides between sites
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks (available for purchase)
  • Exclusions
    Monkey food (available for purchase)

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Start at Kinkaku-ji, admiring the Golden Pavilion reflected in its tranquil pond garden while learning about its history and symbolism. The walk is gentle and allows time for photos and quiet appreciation.

    Continue to Ryōan-ji, where guests experience the famous Zen rock garden and peaceful temple grounds. This stop focuses on mindfulness, aesthetics, and the philosophy behind Zen design.

    Travel onward toward Arashiyama, enjoying a change from temple districts to riverside scenery. The route offers a glimpse of everyday Kyoto beyond the main sights.

    End with a short uphill walk to Iwatayama Monkey Park, where guests observe wild Japanese macaques at close range and take in panoramic views over Kyoto, blending nature, wildlife, and adventure.

Location

Activity location

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    • Arashiyama
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Japan, 〒603-8372 京都府京都市北区衣笠街道町１２ | We meet in front of the Lawson - Kyoto Kinkakuji Temple shop
    • Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan