Arashiyama
- 8:00ArashiyamaWalk
- 9:00ArashiyamaTemple
- 11:00ArashiyamaGarden
- 14:00ArashiyamaSight
This three-day trip covers Kyoto's western, eastern and southern areas. Day 1 groups Arashiyama sites around the bamboo grove, Tenryū-ji and the river. Day 2 focuses on Higashiyama's connected lanes and temples. Day 3 moves south to Fushimi Inari for the hike then returns to Tōfuku-ji.
Three days covers the main districts if routes are grouped by area. Use city buses for travel between sites and buy a day pass to control costs.
Reserve tea ceremonies at least one week in advance during busy months. Expect to pay 2000 to 5000 yen per person.
The round trip to the summit takes three to four hours. Start before 8 a.m. to reduce time spent in crowds on the lower paths.
Take the train from Saga-Arashiyama station to Kyoto station then switch to a bus. Allow 45 to 60 minutes and carry a Suica or Icoca card for fares.