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Kyoto: Discover Mount Hiei’s Three Sacred Precincts
Otsu
About
This is the only guided tour that takes you through all three sacred areas of Enryakuji Temple on Mount Hiei—Tōtō, Saitō, and Yokokawa. With a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll explore historic halls, ride shuttle buses between precincts, and experience the full spiritual journey of Japanese Tendai Buddhism. From the eternal flame of Konpon Chūdō to the forest serenity of Yokokawa, this tour offers a deeply immersive, one-of-a-kind pilgrimage experience just outside Kyoto.
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
5-hour guided tour
A one-of-a-kind journey through all three sacred realms of Mount Hiei
Live tour guide
Shuttle service between areas
Cable car ride
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
ケーブル坂本駅
Meeting Point: Cable Sakamoto Station
Your guide will be waiting for you, holding a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience."
Please refer to the map for further details.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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Kyoto: Discover Mount Hiei’s Three Sacred Precincts
Otsu
About
This is the only guided tour that takes you through all three sacred areas of Enryakuji Temple on Mount Hiei—Tōtō, Saitō, and Yokokawa. With a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll explore historic halls, ride shuttle buses between precincts, and experience the full spiritual journey of Japanese Tendai Buddhism. From the eternal flame of Konpon Chūdō to the forest serenity of Yokokawa, this tour offers a deeply immersive, one-of-a-kind pilgrimage experience just outside Kyoto.
Highlights
5 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
5 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
5-hour guided tour
A one-of-a-kind journey through all three sacred realms of Mount Hiei
Live tour guide
Shuttle service between areas
Cable car ride
Meals
Meeting Points
Departure
ケーブル坂本駅
Meeting Point: Cable Sakamoto Station
Your guide will be waiting for you, holding a yellow sign that says "DeepExperience."
Please refer to the map for further details.
