Zen Run in Arashiyama
- 1.5–2 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Unlike typical walking tours, this Arashiyama running tour is designed for those who want to explore Kyoto while staying active. Instead of slowly moving through crowded tourist spots, you’ll jog through bamboo forests, temple paths, and riverside trails, experiencing the area in a way most travelers never do. This is not a high-intensity run, it's a scenic, flexible-paced experience, suitable for all fitness levels. You’ll stop at breathtaking locations like the Togetsukyo Bridge and ancient shrines, with plenty of chances to take photos and learn about Kyoto’s rich history. Plus, with an English-speaking fitness guide, you'll get local insights, running tips, and motivation throughout the journey. Whether you're a runner, a fitness enthusiast, or just someone looking for a refreshing and unique way to see Kyoto, this tour offers an unforgettable blend of movement, culture, and nature.
Inclusions
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
What's not
- Lunch
Itinerary
Traverse the Katsura river over a historic piece of Arashiyama"s history.
Visit a historic shrine mentioned in the works of Murasaki Shikibu and integral to imperial princesses.
Travel through the world famous bamboo forest which makes for an unforgettable experience.
Get spirited away to this other worldly shrine with hundreds of unique statues
We will explore the Sogenchi gardens at Tenryuji temple the main temple in the Arashiyama area
Iwatayama Monkey Park offers a scenic hike and stunning views of Kyoto, where over 120 wild Japanese macaques roam freely and can be safely observed and fed a hit for all the family.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please take the South exit.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 12 travellers
- Operated by
- Kyoto Fitness
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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
- On Wednesdays Otagi Nenbutsu-ji is closed so we will visit Adachi no Nenbutsuji.
How it compares in Kyoto
- Its from-price is 12% below the median of the 1713 experiences we list in Kyoto.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 926 of 1713.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan's imperial capital for over a thousand years, is a city of temples, gardens, wooden townhouses and refined traditions.
The city holds many of Japan's most treasured sites. Fushimi Inari Taisha's thousands of vermilion torii gates climb a wooded mountain, Kinkaku-ji's Golden Pavilion shimmers over its pond, and Kiyomizu-dera's wooden stage juts from the hillside above the city. The rock garden of Ryoan-ji and the mossy grounds of Ginkaku-ji invite quiet contemplation.
Top-ranked sights in Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Shrine (Fushimi Inari Taisha), Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
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