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Day Trip Kyoto from Tokyo with a Licensed Guide by Bullet Train
(11) Reviews
Marunouchi
About
This tour is ideal for those who want to visit Kyoto from Tokyo in a single day. The itinerary includes two well-known sightseeing spots: Kinkaku-ji Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine. However, if there are other specific places you'd like to visit, we would be more than happy to customize the plan for you. Since this tour is guided by a nationally licensed guide, you'll benefit from immersive cultural experiences, insider knowledge, and memorable encounters with local traditions. This tour is great for any types of travelers, such as adventure seekers, families with children, etc.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in Mandarin & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in Mandarin & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
National Licensed Guide: English, Spanish, French
Admission fee
Hotel pick up
Public transportation in Tokyo and Kyoto
Bullet train tickets between Tokyo and Kyoto
about 15 - 20 USD per person
Personal expenses
Taxi fee if needed ( 10 to 200 USD depending on the distance)
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Day Trip Kyoto from Tokyo with a Licensed Guide by Bullet Train
(11) Reviews
Marunouchi
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About
This tour is ideal for those who want to visit Kyoto from Tokyo in a single day. The itinerary includes two well-known sightseeing spots: Kinkaku-ji Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine. However, if there are other specific places you'd like to visit, we would be more than happy to customize the plan for you. Since this tour is guided by a nationally licensed guide, you'll benefit from immersive cultural experiences, insider knowledge, and memorable encounters with local traditions. This tour is great for any types of travelers, such as adventure seekers, families with children, etc.
Highlights
12 hours
Offered in Mandarin & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
12 hours
Offered in Mandarin & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
National Licensed Guide: English, Spanish, French
Admission fee
Hotel pick up
Public transportation in Tokyo and Kyoto
Bullet train tickets between Tokyo and Kyoto
about 15 - 20 USD per person
Personal expenses
Taxi fee if needed ( 10 to 200 USD depending on the distance)
Itinerary
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Tokyo Station Marunouchi Ekimae Hiroba
We are going to Tokyo Station from your hotel in Tokyo to take a bullet train.
3 hours
2
Kyoto Station Building
You will arrive at Kyoto station after a 2-hour and a half bullet train ride. Let's head to one of the most famous sightseeing spots in Kyoto, Kinkakuji temple (Golden Pavilion), by local bus.
1 hour
3
Kinkakuji Temple
Kinakuji, often referred to as Kinkaku-ji, is a famous Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. Its full name is "Kinkaku-ji" or "Golden Pavilion," and it's renowned for its stunning architecture and picturesque setting. The temple was originally built in 1397 as a retirement villa for the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu and was converted into a Zen temple after his death.
The most striking feature of Kinkaku-ji is its top two floors, which are covered in gold leaf, giving it a gleaming appearance that reflects beautifully in the surrounding pond. The temple is surrounded by lush gardens and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, attracting visitors from around the world for its historical significance and natural beauty.
1 hour
4
Nishiki Market Shopping District
Nishiki Market, often referred to as "Kyoto's Kitchen," is a vibrant and bustling shopping street located in central Kyoto. This traditional marketplace stretches over five blocks and is renowned for its wide variety of fresh produce, seafood, traditional Kyoto foods, and unique souvenirs.
1 hour
5
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Fushimi Inari Shrine is a major Shinto shrine in Kyoto, Japan, renowned for its iconic thousands of red torii gates. These gates form a picturesque pathway that winds up the wooded Mount Inari, leading to the main shrine at the summit.
The shrine is dedicated to Inari, the Shinto deity of rice, agriculture, and fertility, and it features several smaller shrines and structures throughout the mountain. The torii gates are donated by individuals or businesses, and each gate bears an inscription with the name of the donor and the date of the donation.
Fushimi Inari Shrine is famous for its vibrant and photogenic landscape, making it one of Kyoto's most popular tourist destinations. The shrine's trails offer a beautiful hike and the chance to experience the serene, spiritual atmosphere of the area.
2 hours
6
Kyoto Station Building
You will go back to Kyoto Station and take a bullet train back to Tokyo.
3 hours
7
Tokyo Station Red Brick Station Building shaped Mail Box
Tokyo Station is a major railway hub located in the Marunouchi business district of Tokyo, Japan. It is one of the busiest train stations in the world and serves as a key transportation center for the city and the surrounding regions.
