Kyoto, Arashiyama & Japanese Monk’s Lunch Experience
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Port
Osaka, Japan
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$300
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 7½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Today, you'll visit Kinkakuji Temple (exterior only) -- a Zen temple in northern Kyoto. The top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf for a totally stunning effect.
Arashiyama, in the far west of Kyoto Prefecture, is tucked along the base of the Arashiyama Mountains. The Togetsukyo Bridge is a well-known central landmark here. Visit the Tenryuji Temple, a Zen temple with a beautiful Japanese garden, and Arashiyama's famous bamboo groves found nearby. North of central Arashiyama, the ambience becomes more rural, with several small temples scattered along the base of the wooded mountains.
Enjoy a Shojin-style lunch consisting of vegetarian dishes similar to those served to monks.
Please Note:
Dietary requirements are unable to be accommodated. Tour requires extensive walking. Wear comfortable walking shoes. You must remove your shoes at multiple venues. Tour requires around 40 minutes of walking at Kinkaku-ji Temple and 30 steps are required to negotiate to get through the path. This tour is not recommended for passengers with walking difficulties. Bring local currency, as some vendors do not accept credit cards or US dollars. The drive between Osaka and Kyoto is approximately 90 minutes each way. Tour order may vary.