Kyoto Zen Meditation and Garden Tour at a Zen Temple
Do this because
- Experience Zen meditation at one of the five major Zen temples in Kyoto
- Get insights into how to practice Zazen or Zen meditation from a local guide
- Relax in the Zen garden and feel the tranquility
- Enjoy traditional vegetarian food historically served by Zen monks
What to expect
Join this tour and experience Zen by practicing Zazen meditation, relaxing in the Zen garden, and enjoying a Buddhist vegetarian meal for lunch.
Feel the tranquility of the Zen garden, a dry landscape garden, while listening to your guide's commentary. Then, experience a 1-hour Zen meditation at one of the five major Zen temples in Kyoto. You'll get insights into how to practice zazen or Zen meditation from your guide and you'll receive material to read through.
In the end, enjoy a traditional Buddhist vegetarian meal historically served by Zen monks at Zen temple.
Important to know
Not suitable for:
- Children under the age of 12 years
Not allowed:
- Since other guests will be participating in the zazen experience, private conversations are generally prohibited. During this time, you will be given materials that can be read silently
Know in advance:
- If you book the tour starting at 10:45, the lunchtime will be 14:15 (after the meditation experience), so please have enough breakfast or brunch before
- The itinerary for this tour includes some locations that are not accessible by a wheelchair or stroller.
- Please note that we are unable to guarantee allergy-free or cater to dietary restrictions as the food is prepared in kitchens that do not belong to MagicalTrip. Additionally, there may be instances where substitutions are not possible at certain stops; however, we will make every effort to compensate at different stops throughout the tour.
- Out of respect for other guests and to ensure the best tour for everyone, your tour will start on time. You will not be able to join the tour, get refund or reschedule if you are late for the tour and miss the group
Remember to bring:
- Water and a hat to prevent heat stroke as summer in Japan is very hot and humid
What’s included
Entrance fees
Lunch
Guided tour
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
MagicalTrip Inc.
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +1 208-744-6464
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