Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 hours
- Price from
- $85 / person
- Location
- Kyoto, Japan
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 415 reviews
- Languages
- JA, EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Ebisuya
- Meeting point
- Come to your main rickshaw stand located on the sidewalk along the river, a few meters West from the North-West end of the Togetsukyo Bridge. Let us know in advance if you need directions.
Description
This tour covers every part of the bamboo forest. By rickshaw and on foot! The first stop after cruising through the bustling main street is the bamboo forest. Enjoy the vivid green bamboo as your guide pulls you along the path reserved for rickshaws only, away from other visitors. Have your camera or mobile phone ready to take pictures. You don’t want to miss this. After passing by the Nonomiya Shrine you will enter the second part of the bamboo forest, which is designed like a little park. Here we can take great group pictures with the stunning green bamboo in the background. On the way to the third and last section of the bamboo forest, you will pass by a well-kept scene from the Edo period The third part of the bamboo forest can only be accessed on foot, so your guide will park the rickshaw within walking distance and then guide you to the most famous and impressive part of the bamboo forest. (To avoid the crowds here, we recommend starting the tour before noon)
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, and 10:30 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 31
- Adult (ages 6+)
- $85
- Infant (ages 0–5)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $138.
In demand: 80 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Bamboo Forest Street
Get off the rickshaw and walk to the most famous part of the bamboo forest which can not be accessed by rickshaw. The walk includes going up and down a steep slope.
Arashiyama
Ride through the scenic heart of Arashiyama, taking in views of historic neighborhoods, surrounding mountains, and the vibrant atmosphere of western Kyoto.
Nonomiya Shrine
Shinto shrine nestled in the bamboo forest.
Bamboo Forest Street
Pass through the bamboo grove for great pictures
Your rickshaw tour operator for the rickshaw tour in Arashiyama. Tour can be customized and choice of attractions possible depend on tour duration selected.
Rakushisha
Cottage of a famous Haiku Poet. This cottage is built in the traditional pastoral style, with a straw thatched roof.
What's included
Included
use of rickshaw
Gratuities
All Fees and Taxes
Tour Guide
Not included
Admission fees for temples and shrines
transportation to and from meeting place
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
415 reviews
How it compares in Kyoto
- Rated higher than 71% of 481 reviewed tours in Kyoto
- Starting price $85 is close to the typical $78 for tours of similar length in Kyoto
- Price unchanged over the last 27 days
Excurgo comparison of 1,617 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers in the first 16 weeks
- Children of 6 years and older are required to have a seat and will thus pay the same price as an adult.
- While rickshaws are able to fit two adults, each rickshaw is 29.1 inches (74 centimeters) wide, and it is sometimes more comfortable to book individual rickshaws for each passenger. For passengers of size, we recommend booking a rickshaw for each participant to ensure a comfortable ride. Passengers who do not both fit in one rickshaw but wish to participate in a tour at the same time will be required to purchase an additional rickshaw, which may not be available on the date of the tour with an English-speaking guide if not booked in advance. Those customers who do not purchase an additional rickshaw at the time of booking cannot be guaranteed availability.
- Children 5 years and under can ride for free provided that they will sit on the lap of an adult (one child per adult = max 2 adults & 2 children per rickshaw)
- If a child 5 years will be using one of the two seats of the rickshaw, it must book as an adult.
- Infants must be able to hold up their head by themselves.
- The amount of time you will be late will be deducted from your tour duration (delay of 10min or more results in automatic cancellation)
- our tours take place, rain or shine.
- Time changes on the day of the tour can not be accommodated.
- Any time changes/rescheduling requests sent after 5pm the day before your tour can not be accommodated
- finishing locations other than our rickshaw stand may be subject to an additional drop-off fee (payable on the day of the tour)
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest take?
Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest lasts about 1–2 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest cost?
Prices start at $85 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $138. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM, 10:00 AM, and 10:30 AM.
Does Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest sell out?
It can: 80 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Come to your main rickshaw stand located on the sidewalk along the river, a few meters West from the North-West end of the Togetsukyo Bridge. Let us know in advance if you need directions. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children of 6 years and older are required to have a seat and will thus pay the same price as an adult.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Kyoto Arashiyama Rickshaw Tour with Bamboo Forest worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 415 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Ebisuya.
Reviews(415)
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