Kyoto Full Course Tour: Explore 10 Must-See Sights & Hidden Gems
Welcome to Kyoto, Japan! Let’s dive into and discover Kyoto's kaleidoscope of sights and sounds. Explore as many as 10 attractions in the city on this full day tour. We take you to the must-see sights and show you the hidden gems of each location. Let’s stroll the city on foot and by bus like a loc
📍Meeting point: We will start at 8:50!. At the only exit of "Saga-Arashiyama" station (JR-E08), of "JR" Line.
Welcome to Kyoto, Japan! Let’s dive into and discover Kyoto's kaleidoscope of sights and sounds. Explore as many as 10 attractions in the city on this full day tour. We take you to the must-see sights and show you the hidden gems of each location. Let’s stroll the city on foot and by bus like a local. Transportation in Kyoto is very complicated. However, all our guides were born and raised in Japan, have lived for a long time close to the area, and are well-trained expert locals. So, we can take you to so many places, within a limited timeframe. Though the tour, you can learn about our history, culture, society, values, etiquette, how to take public transportations, and everyday life. 【Highlights】 (Meet at JR Saga-Arashiyama station at 8:50) Arashiyama Area, Randen Tram Line, Ryoan-ji Temple, Conveyor belt sushi for lunch(Sushi, Vege-Sushi, Ramen, Kara-Age, Beer, Mochi too), Kinkakuji Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu-zaka slope, Kiyomizu Temple, Yasaka Pagoda, Gion area
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What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 30 minBeautiful bamboo forest and Japanese forested mountain.
Stop 2
⏱ 30 minYou can't miss this place. The famous "golden temple"!
Stop 3
⏱ 30 minThe stone garden became famous because Queen Elizabeth visited here and praised it.
Stop 4
⏱ 30 minThe No. 1 sightseeing spot in Kyoto chosen by overseas customers!! The more than 1,000 red torii gates lining the path are spectacular. Your guide will pick the best time and place, here or at a later stop, to enjoy some vibrant street food!
Stop 5
⏱ 30 minFull of souvenir shops and local eateries.
Stop 6
⏱ 30 minThe most popular tourist spot for Japanese tourists. The wood stage does not use a single nail.
Stop 7
⏱ 30 minIt is a beautiful local slope in Kyoto. Souvenir shops lined up this pedestrian road.
Stop 8
⏱ 30 min"Yasaka Pagoda" is one of the major symbol of Kyoto.
Stop 9
⏱ 30 minThis is the beauty of historical city, Kyoto.
What’s Included
- ✓Consumption tax
- ✓Tour fee
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Transportation expenses: totally about 10USD
- ✗Food and beverage expenses(depend on your order $6.8-14USD)
- ✗Entrance fees: totally about 11USD
Additional Info
- 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
- 🦴Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 🤰Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- ❤️Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- •Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- •1. Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a guardian
- •2. If you include persons under 13 years old, please send us a request as "Private Tour"
- •3. Those who are unwell or under the influence of alcohol will not be permitted to participate (no refunds)
- •4. This program starts just on time. Late arrivals will not be allowed to participate (no refunds)(The start time is 8:50, not 9:00)
- •5.The tour fee does not include food & beverage and transportation. We recommend that you have cash ready
- •6.Prepare transportation IC card such as SUICA/PASMO in advance
- •7.You are required to walk over 20,000 steps, then; 1)comfortable walking shoes and clothing are required 2)not suitable for people of pregnant, with back problem, in wheelchair, of low fitness level
- •8.You are required to follow the host from your side. If you break away from the host, for any reasons, host cannot look for you (no refunds)
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