Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore hidden trails of Fushimi Inari Shrine
- Discover serene forest paths away from crowds
- Learn about shrine's history and significance
- Enjoy panoramic views of Kyoto city
- Experience authentic local culture and traditions
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Private guided tour
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Meals
Itinerary
Pass by: Pass by Tofuji and head to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
Hike up the mountain through a hidden trail Crossing through a narrow mountain path, we will discover a natural bamboo forest, and a small Inari shrine hidden from tourists. Fushimi Inari's main entrance is hard to navigate due to a lot of people, but by walking through the mountains, we will see Fushimi Inari from a new perspective, away from the crowd. Crossing a narrow mountain path, we will discover a natural bamboo forest, and a small Inari shrine hidden from tourists. Fushimi Inari's main entrance is hard to navigate due to a lot of people, but by walking through the mountains, we will see Fushimi Inari from a new perspective, away from the crowd.
Pass by: See the castle from the top of the mountain After enjoying the breathtaking view from the top of Fushimi Inari This castle was built by Hideyoshi and rebuilt by Ieyasu, and after Fushimi Castle was rebuilt, peach trees were planted there by the Genroku era, and the area became known as Momoyama, and eventually Fushimi Castle became known as Momoyama Castle or Fushimi Momoyama Castle.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private tour; only your group will participate.
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult; suitable for all ages.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable hiking shoes and attire suitable for outdoor activities.
- Bring a camera to capture the scenic beauty and historical landmarks.
- Ensure you have a fully charged mobile device for navigation and emergencies.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- This hike is not super difficult, approximately 7km in total. But it is not a simple walk and does take some effort. We would not recommend it for people who have trouble walking or are not in a regular condition. We take regular stops and can do extra stops if needed.
- As the ground can be slippery, you need to come wearing shoes with good grip.
- There may be mosquitoes and bugs as the group will hike in the mountain, so we strongly recommend to wear long sleeve shirt and long pants.
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
- Summer in Japan is very hot and humid, so we recommend that you bring water and wear a hat to prevent heat stroke.
Traveler reviews
Magic
A magical hike. It was raining heavily which was a bit intimidating, but tour guide Josh was always making sure we were okay and comfortable with the program. It turned out to be a magical trip, with most of the time no other people around and we could really feel the atmosphere. We visited a bamboo grove and walked through the tori gates while it was a bit foggy from the rain, gorgeous!! We also learned a lot from Josh!
Amazing Site with Ideal Guide
Jimmy was a fantastic guide. We have been fortunate to do many guided tours and he is among the best we have had. He was informative, engaging and helpful. We had some in our group who were more limited physically and he adjusted on the fly to overcome unexpected challenges and it still felt like we saw everything. Jimmy also took time to get to know all in our large group and engage them.
Great tour.
Great experience. It was nice to avoid the intense crowds at the beginning of the gates. Walking through at the end was enough! Our guide was kind and checked in if the pace was ok, considering we were with kids.
AMAZING!
Kana was incredible and she gave us such a cool education, showed us so many different spots off the tourist trap paths and gave us a view of the shrines we would never have had on our own.
Great experience!
This was a great experience!! I felt like we really learned about the Shinto culture and also beat the crowds. A win win !