Kyoto Golden Temple & Zen Garden: 2.5-Hour Guided Tour
Explore two captivating UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Marvel at the serene beauty of Ryoanji Zen Garden. Enjoy the tranquil gardens of Kinkaku-ji. Our friendly guide shares stories and historical insights. Easy booking, even for last-minute plans! Pick a start time that suits you. Relish the personal
📍Meeting point: Meeting Point: Ryoanji Mae Bus Stop. Your guide will be waiting for you at the meeting point wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign.
Explore two captivating UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Marvel at the serene beauty of Ryoanji Zen Garden. Enjoy the tranquil gardens of Kinkaku-ji. Our friendly guide shares stories and historical insights. Easy booking, even for last-minute plans! Pick a start time that suits you. Relish the personal touch of a small group with a max of 9 companions.
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SafetyWing covers medical expenses, trip cancellation, and adventure activities. Plans from $1.5/day.
What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 1hAdmission includedThe world-renowned Ryoanji Rock Garden is a minimalist Zen garden that features a rectangular pool of pebbles with 15 rocks laid out in small groups on patches of moss. Admire one of Japan’s finest karesansui (dry landscape) gardens as you bask in the serene and meditative atmosphere. Your friendly and knowledgeable guide will brief you on the history of the garden as well as its role in Japanese culture.
Stop 2
⏱ 1h 30mAdmission includedKinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a stunning Zen Buddhist temple located in northern Kyoto. The temple's top two floors are covered in gold leaf, reflecting brilliantly in the tranquil pond surrounding it. Learn about this heritage site’s imperial history as you stroll around the elegant gardens.
What’s Included
- ✓Drinking water
- ✓2.5 hour Walking tour
- ✓English-speaking tour guide
- ✓Entrance fees
What’s NOT Included
- ✗Hotel pick up and drop off
- ✗Meals and other drinks
- ✗Personal expenses
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
- 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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