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    Kyoto Private Hiking Tour: Ancient Trails of Kurama and Kibune

    By Japan Cultural TrailsProduct code 5642505P1
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    Duration

    5 hours

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Pickup

    Pickup details available

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Tokyo

    Why Travelers Love This

    5 hoursMobile ticketsPickup details available

    Overview

    Escape the crowds and discover Kyoto's wild side on a fully private hiking tour through ancient cedar forests, from the mountain temple of Kurama to the riverside village of Kibune. Your guide is a foreigner who has lived in Kyoto for nearly 10 years, bringing a unique outside perspective that international travelers find refreshing and relatable. This centuries-old trail winds through cedar forests and temple grounds — a side of Kyoto that most visitors never see. The pace is entirely flexible and tailored to your group. Families with children are warmly welcome. - Hike a centuries-old forest trail walked by monks and travelers - Visit Kurama-dera Temple, a spiritual mountainside retreat - Pass through towering cedar forests and peaceful temple grounds - Arrive in Kibune, a charming riverside village with traditional atmosphere - Fully private — your group only, never shared with strangers - Entrance fees to temples and shrines included

    What's Included

    Included

    Fees

    Admission fee

    Not included

    Transportation amenities

    Public transportation

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    In front of the ticket gates at Demachiyanagi Station (Eizan Railway), Kyoto

    End point

    In front of the ticket gates at Demachiyanagi Station (Eizan Railway), Kyoto

    Pickup details

    Custom traveler pickup may be available

    Itinerary

    Standard5 hours
    1

    Stop 1

    1 hourAdmission included

    Visit Kurama-dera Temple, a serene mountainside temple surrounded by ancient cedar forest. Your guide will share the history and spiritual significance of this sacred site before beginning the forest trail.

    2

    Stop 2

    1 hour

    Hike through the ancient cedar forests of Mt. Kurama on a centuries-old trail once walked by monks and travelers. The peaceful mountain path winds through towering trees, offering fresh air, natural beauty, and occasional views over the valley.

    3

    Stop 3

    1 hour

    Visit Kibune-jinja Shrine, a tranquil Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of water. Set along the riverside with stone lanterns lining the approach, it is one of Kyoto's most atmospheric and lesser-known sacred sites.

    4

    Stop 4

    1 hour

    Arrive in Kibune, a charming riverside village nestled in the mountains. Known for its traditional architecture and peaceful atmosphere, Kibune is the perfect end point to the hike — a quiet escape far from the busy city.

    Additional Info

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    Infants Must Sit On Laps

    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    No Back Problems

    Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

    No Pregnant

    Not recommended for pregnant travelers

    No Heart Problems

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    Physical Medium

    Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Policy type

    Standard

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

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