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- Half-day Tours
- Excellent Quality
Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Hidden Hike (Private)
- Duration3 hours
- GroupPrivate tour
- TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
- LanguagesEnglish
- BookingInstant confirmation
About this activity
Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of Kyoto’s most visited landmarks, and most visitors follow the crowded paths of the main shrine. On this private hike, you’ll step away from the crowds and immerse yourself in the sacred silence of Mount Inari.
• Explore quiet trails beyond the crowds of Fushimi Inari
• Learn about Shinto beliefs and Fushimi Inari from your guide
• Enjoy complimentary DSLR photographs shared after the tour
What to expect
Tofuku-ji Temple
15-778 Hommachi, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 605-0981, Japan
On our way up to Mount Inari, we’ll enjoy views of Tofuku-ji, one of the Five Great Zen Temples of Kyoto.
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 612-0882, Japan
We’ll pass through vermilion torii gates and wild bamboo groves along serene mountain paths before continuing on to the iconic Senbon Torii Gates and the main shrine.
Fushimi Momoyama Castle
45 Momoyamacho-Okura, Fushimi-Ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 612-0853, Japan
On our way down to the main shrine, we’ll enjoy scenic views of Fushimi Momoyama Castle from the mountainside.
Pickup & meeting point
There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.
Meet your guide in front of FamilyMart Nakai Tofukuji, just outside Exit 2 of Tofukuji Station. Your guide will be holding a white “Kyoto Essence Tours” sign.
The tour will end in front of the Romon Gate at Fushimi Inari Taisha.
What's included
Included
- Private guided hike through Mount Inari
- Complimentary photos taken with a DSLR camera, shared after the tour
- Insights into local history, culture, and traditions
- Exploration of quieter trails beyond the main tourist route
- English-speaking local guide based in Kyoto
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Good to know
Accessibility & suitability
- 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
Traveller requirements
- Minimum 1 traveller per booking
- Maximum 8 travellers per booking
- At least one adult must be included in the booking
- Age bands: Child (6–17), Adult (18–99)
Languages
- Guide
- English
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 1+ days before100% refund
- 0–1 days before0% refund
- This experience requires good weather. If it's cancelled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Important booking information
- Booking cut-off
- Bookings close 10 hours before the activity starts.
- Confirmation
- Confirmed immediately after booking.
- Tickets
- One per booking
- Local time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Product code
- 5554270P1
What you'll be asked when booking
- Any special requirements
Traveller reviews
Ratings aggregated from Viator (6) and Tripadvisor (37).
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From JPY 15,000 per person · Free cancellation available
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