Full-Day Sightseeing to Kyoto Highlights | 7 hours 30 minutes

71 Reviews | Kyoto
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Full Day Kyoto Highlights
2 Adults x $152.54
$305.08
Approx Total
$305.08
Duration: 7 hours: 7 Hours and 30 minutes -ish
Typical Japanese Set Lunch
Bus: Train

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Japanese, English
  • Walking Experience
  • Experienced Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Traditional Japanese Lunch (1,000-2,000 yen per person)
  • Transportation Fee (around 1,500 yen)
  • Please prepare your own drinks
  • Entrance Ticket (500 yen)

Overview

(This is a walking tour) Perfectly designed for travelers with packed schedule and limited time in Kyoto. We are offering you not just sightseeing, visiting the tourist spot, and know the history of the spot, but also a deeper understanding about Japan, Japanese and their culture, their life philosophy and their minds. After the tour, you'll understand 'why it is very hard to find trash cans', or 'why Japan roads are so quiet' and the philosophy behind it. Even the smallest thing can be understandable if you join us.

Meeting points

Starbucks Coffee - Kyoto Tower Sando
Japan, 〒600-8216 Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokōjichō, ７２１−１ 京都タワービル

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At the pillar of Starbucks Kyoto Tower facing Kyoto Station. Please read the message we send you one day before the tour. We will send you the picture of our meeting point and the information regarding our guide.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Kyoto Station Building

    We gather at the left side of the main entrance, after a brief introduction and explanation, we will ride on the train to Saga Arashiyama

    30 minutes

  • Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

    60 mins Enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of the bamboo forest, while learning about Japan, Japanese, and why them being them. 40 mins We will hop on the bus/ train from Arashiyama to Kinkakuji

    1 hour 40 minutes

  • Kinkakuji Temple

    40 mins Enter the 2nd most visited tourist spot in Japan, we will explain to you about Buddhism in Japan, the history of the temple, while taking pictures of you with breathtaking view. 60 mins Next we will go to Gion with various modes of transportation

    1 hour 40 minutes

  • Shijo Kawaramachi

    75 mins Explore the shopping street of Kyoto, we will have lunch here and you can also enjoy the view of Japanese Shopping Arcade 15 mins We will walk on foot across the Shijo Bridge while enjoying the view of Kamo river to reach Gion

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • Gion Shirakawa

    60 mins We will go the the quiet side of Gion, entertainment area in Japan where the Geisha works, enjoy the beautiful scenery, learning about Geiko and Maiko and their world, and who knows?! maybe you're lucky enough to meet them. 10 mins Next we will take the train to Fushimi Inari Taisha

    1 hour 10 minutes

  • Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

    Explore the number one tourist spot in Japan, we will learn about what is shintoism, the place and it's history while passing through thousands of vermillion torii gate

    50 minutes

  • Kyoto Station Building

    We will ride on the train to reach Kyoto Station once again and bid our farewell. See you again!

    10 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not Recommended for pregnant travelers more than first trimester
  • This is a walking tour, not recommended for people with bad leg

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund
April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Reviews

4.9

71 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    68
  • 4 stars
    1
  • 3 stars
    1
  • 2 stars
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  • 1 star
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 68 reviews with 5 stars

A good fun learning experience with alot of exercise.

Published on Dec, 2024

Our tour guide's name is Indra. He was very knowledgeable, patient and funny. He taught us a few Japanese phrases that helped us alot. He thought also thought us alot about Japanese culture and modern day practices. He knew they layout of the land which helped alot with avoiding long lines and touristy areas. In addition, he didn't mind being my personal photographer and taking me too all the good spots for photos. The restaurant he took us for lunch was delicious. I would highly recommend Indra and will use his services again when I visit Japan again.

Amazing sights with an excellent guide

Published on Nov, 2024

This tour was an amazing experience that we won’t forget! Our guide, Indra, was incredible, taking us to all the must-see spots like Kinkaku-ji, Fushimi Inari, Gion, and Arashiyama, while providing rich historical context and fascinating stories along the way. His enthusiasm and expertise brought the city’s history to life. He captured stunning photos of us at every location, making memories that will last a lifetime. The pace was perfect, and we never felt rushed. It was a wonderful tour experience that we will recommend to all of our family and friends!

Great day tour in Kyoto

Published on Sep, 2024

Had a great day. The tourguide Mareen was amazing! She took her time explaining the history of every site. She showed me so much of Kyoto all in one day. She helped with the trains and bussen! I would highly recomend going with this tour and Mareeen!

Whirlwind Kyoto

Published on Aug, 2024

My wife and I had the pleasure of taking the full day tour of Kyoto with Maureen as our guide. We had a fantastic day exploring the many sites of Kyoto. Maureen was a fantastic guide and was able to give us plenty of information regarding the sites, their history and significance. She did a great job showing us how to use the public transport system as well! Maureen also gave us valuable insights into Japanese culture. All in all, a fantastic day with a delightful guide.

Joy

Published on Aug, 2024

Maureen my tour guide did an amazing job of accompanying me on the sightseeing tour and explaining to me the historical and cultural contexts of sights . I truly enjoyed the day thanks to her warm, open and professional attitude.

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