Hiking Tour for Sacred Sites in Kyoto with a Guide
This tour from Kyoto to Mt. Kurama and Kifune Shrine offers a perfect blend of nature, spirituality, and cultural exploration. The hike provides stunning views and serene surroundings, while the shrines offer deep spiritual significance and cultural insights, making it a memorable and enriching expe
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 2hYou take trains to Kurama station.
Stop 2
⏱ 1hAdmission includedKurama-dera, a beautiful and historic Buddhist temple located in the mountains north of Kyoto, offers a serene and spiritual experience amidst natural beauty. Admission fee : apx. 500 JPY per person.
Stop 3
⏱ 2hThe hike from Kurama to Kibune is a popular and scenic trail that offers beautiful natural landscapes, serene forest paths, and cultural experiences. It is approximately 4 kilometers and takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on your pace. The path winds through a serene forest with tall cedar trees, offering a cool and tranquil environment.
Stop 4
⏱ 1hAdmission includedKifune Shrine, also known as Kifune-jinja, is a beautiful and serene Shinto shrine located in the village of Kibune, just north of Kyoto. It's renowned for its connection to water deities, its picturesque setting, and its spiritual significance. This deity is believed to control water and protect those who travel by sea. Hydromancy is included.
Stop 5
⏱ 2hYou take a bus from Kibune-guchi Station to change at Kokusaikaikan Station, and then head to Kyoto Station. Admission fee : apx. 740 JPY per person.
What to Bring
- •Public transportation options are available nearby
- •Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- •Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- •Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- •Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- •The itinerary might be changed due to weather condition or other reasons.
- •We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
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