In order to closely feel the local atmosphere of Kyoto, this tour will use public transportation so that you can experience the everyday life of Kyoto locals, unlike other tour groups hastily hopping from one location to another on chartered buses. During the 7-hour tour, your guide will show you around the city covering four major must-see locations. There are two different courses: one northwest-bound and the other southeast-bound. If you participate in both tours, you can efficiently cover eight locations at a relaxing pace. For both courses, you can chose from private option, non-private option and non-private option with apprentice guide (reduced rate). Even if you chose non-private opt...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Public Transportation
One-day city bus pass (can be used continuously after the tour)
Professional English speaking guide
Food and drinks
Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Hotel Granvia Kyoto is located in the Kyoto Station building.
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
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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Nicknamed as Golden Pavilion, and one of the most popular temples in Kyoto, which is covered by gold leaves.
50 minutes
2
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
The view of Kyoto City seeing from the balcony of Kiyomizu-dera Temple is magnificent. The scene is often depicted in post cards.
50 minutes
3
Nijo Castle
Only castle in Kyoto built during the Tokugawa Shogunate period in the beginning of the 17th century. The highlight of this place is touring in the original living quarter of Shogun.
50 minutes
4
Sanjusangendo Temple
Travelers can enjoy astonishing view of 1001 kannon statues.
50 minutes
5
Gion
Gion is known for its Geisha tradition in Japan. The tour concludes at Gion, where you can join our another tour specializing in Gion, which starts at 6PM. The tour is available from TripAdvisor with the tour name, Night-walk in Gion.
50 minutes
6
Arashiyama
The place is known for its the Togetsukyo bridge, which is the huge wooden bridge located near bamboo forest.
7
Sannenzaka Ninenzaka
Historic path leading up to the Kiyomizudera temple.
8
Bamboo Forest Street
You will have a chance to walk through the world famous Bamboo Forest, the scene of which is often depicted in guide bookes.
30 minutes
9
Ryoanji Temple
One of the best known zen garden known for its world-famous rock garden represented by 15 stones.
30 minutes
10
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
The most visited Shinto shrine awarded by TripAdvisor known for its thousands of red Torii Gate covering entire mountain.
50 minutes
11
Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum
Visit the brewery museum of one of the oldest sake brand in Japan.
In order to closely feel the local atmosphere of Kyoto, this tour will use public transportation so that you can experience the everyday life of Kyoto locals, unlike other tour groups hastily hopping from one location to another on chartered buses. During the 7-hour tour, your guide will show you around the city covering four major must-see locations. There are two different courses: one northwest-bound and the other southeast-bound. If you participate in both tours, you can efficiently cover eight locations at a relaxing pace. For both courses, you can chose from private option, non-private option and non-private option with apprentice guide (reduced rate). Even if you chose non-private opt...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Public Transportation
One-day city bus pass (can be used continuously after the tour)
Professional English speaking guide
Food and drinks
Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Points
Departure
Hotel Granvia Kyoto
Hotel Granvia Kyoto is located in the Kyoto Station building.
