Bamboo & Gold Kyoto
Bamboo & Gold Tour
60,000 JPY per group - 8 hours
Embark on an enriching private tour through Kyoto’s cultural gems. Begin in the western mountain area of Arashiyama, amidst the serenity of the Bamboo Forest. Wander through Tenryu-ji Temple’s timeless gardens, and explore the vibrant Arashiyama town. Savour a tasty local lunch before marvelling at Ryoan-ji’s tranquil dry stone garden. Conclude the journey with the iconic Golden Pavilion, Kinkaku-ji, a testament to Kyoto’s majestic heritage and natural beauty.
- Experience the Magical Bamboo Forest
- Wish for love at the Nonomiya Shrine!
- The zen temple gardens of Tenryu-ji
- Explore Arashiyama district
- Eat lunch like a local!
- Calm at the dry stone garden of Ryoan-ji
- Visit the Iconic Golden Pavilion
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Bamboo & Gold Tour
Prices & Info
PRICE:
- 1 – 4 people = 60,000 JPY
- 5 – 10 people = please add 3,000 JPY to the above price for each extra person.
- Our private tours are suitable for up to 10 people in a group with one tour guide. If you have more than 10 people in your group please email us to discuss details. We can give the best advice for your tour group.
- A 1.5% payment processing fee will be added at checkout.
STARTS: 9 AM at central Kyoto hotels or train stations.
ENDS: 5 PM at a convenient central city location. If you want to end at your hotel please discuss with your guide on the day so that they can allow time.
TOUR OPERATES: Any dates except for some holidays. Please request availability
GROUP SIZE: Minimum 1, Maximum 10
INCLUSIONS: Local English-speaking tour guide, central hotel pick-up.
EXCLUSIONS: Transport, lunch and entrance fees. Please pay for these as you go on the day for yourselves and your guide. We will advise these costs before you book.
Private Transport Available
Private transport with a car and professional driver can be added to this tour for a more comfortable and efficient experience. All vehicles and drivers are fully government licensed, and tours with private transport include a separate local guide and driver. Simply select the “Add Private Transport” option when completing the tour request form. See the prices below.
PRICE:
- 1 – 4 people = 122,000 JPY
- 5 – 8 people = 132,000 JPY
- A 1.5% payment processing fee will be added at checkout.
INCLUSIONS: Local English-speaking tour guide, fully licensed driver, suitable size vehicle, central hotel pick-up/drop-off.
EXCLUSIONS: Meals, entrance fees and parking fees. Please pay for these as you go on the day for yourselves and your guide. We will advise these costs before you book.
Tour Cancellation Policy
- Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides 30 days or more prior to the starting date of the tour will incur a charge of 20% of the tour fare.
- Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides 29 days to 7 days prior to the starting date of the tour will incur a charge of 40% of the tour fare.
- Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides 6 days to 3 days prior to the starting date of the tour will incur a charge of 60% of the tour fare.
- Notice of cancellation received by The Backstreet Guides less than 3 days prior to the starting day of the tour, including no-show, will incur a charge of 100% of the tour fare.
- Any tickets purchased are non-refundable unless otherwise stated.
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See what our past guests say about us. Travelers' Choice Award 2024 & 25!
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The Best - The Backstreet Kyoto Tour was amazing! Our guide Saki was such a knowledgeable and impressive tour guide. We visited and learned about all the major Kyoto sites. Also we had... read more 
Dan R
October 3, 2025
