Private Mount Kurama & Kibune Day Tour from Kyoto

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Spend the day in peaceful mountain villages with our Private Mount Kurama & Kibune Day Tour from Kyoto. Travel from Kyoto’s center to the hidden gems of Mount Kurama, known for its forest landscapes and ancient shrines. Your first stop will be the historic Yuki Shrine, home to the sacred 800-year-old cedar, revered as a protective symbol. Make your way up to the main hall of Kurama-dera Temple, taking in beautiful lush views. Continue to Kibune, a riverside village tucked into the mountains, where you’ll visit the famous Kifune Shrine, lined with bright red lanterns. After lunch, spend free time exploring the village’s serene streets and shops before returning to central Kyoto.

If you’re looking for a refreshing change of pace from central Kyoto, join our Private Mount Kurama & Kibune Day Tour from Kyoto for the ultimate getaway. Travel through the mountain villages, visit historic shrines, and get lost in the serene beauty of the Greater Kansai region. Enjoy a guided tour with plenty of free time to explore at your own pace, and round-trip transportation from Kyoto. Book today!

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Private Mount Kurama & Kibune Day Tour from Kyoto Highlights

  1. Escape central Kyoto for the hidden gems of Mount Kurama and Kibune
  2. Visit Yuki Shrine and Kurama-dera Temple with forested mountain views
  3. Travel with round-trip transportation from Kyoto and be led by an expert guide
  4. See the lantern-lined paths and famous water fortunes at Kifune Shrine
  5. Take epic photos of the Kibune River, framed by lush trees
  6. Spend free time exploring Kibune's charming streets and riverside scenery
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Private Mount Kurama & Kibune Day Tour from Kyoto Itinerary

08:30 - Pick up from your hotel in Kyoto
Travel to Mount Kurama, a picturesque mountain village
Stop at the Yuki Shrine
Visit Kurama-dera Temple and enjoy forested views while ascending to the main hall
Continue to Kibune, a traditional riverside village nestled in the mountains
Visit Kifune Shrine, famous for its lantern-lined pathways and water fortunes
Enjoy free time for a Lunch by the river (seasonal - not included)
Free time to explore Kibune before returning to Kyoto
17:00 - The tour ends
NB - all timings on Private Mount Kurama & Kibune Day Tour from Kyoto are approximate
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Includes
Hand-picked expert tour guide
All transportation
Excludes
Entrance fees: ¥300 per person (Kurama Temple), cable car 200 JPY (optional)
Meals & drinks
Personal travel insurance
Gratuities
Essential Information
Reaching the main hall of Kurama-dera Temple requires either a 20-minute uphill walk or a cable car ride (200 JYP), followed by a 10-minute walk from the upper station
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