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 experience. This tour is led by a National Licensed Guide Interpreter. This itinerary is just a sample. We'd be more than happy to arrange the tour based on your requests. Please let us know your interests!

1. 1

   Kyoto Station Building

   2 hours

   You take trains to Kurama station.

2. 2

   Kurama-dera

   1 hour

   Kurama-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.

3. 3

   Mt. Kurama

   2 hours

   The 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.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   1 hour

   Kifune 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.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   2 hours

   You 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.

• 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

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