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location pin icon 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan
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Overview

Experience the best of Kyoto on this immersive tour. In Kyoto, explore iconic sites like the Fushimi Inari Shrine with its thousands of red torii gates, and the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), a stunning Zen temple covered in gold leaf. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable journey through Japan’s ancient capitals.

Pickup Information

We will pick up you at 8:30 AM. Due to traffic, we may be up to 30 minutes late. The total duration of the tour is 8 to 10 hours.

Itinerary

1. Arashiyama
Arashiyama, located in western Kyoto, Japan, is a picturesque district renowned for its natural beauty and cultural heritage. It is best known for the iconic Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where visitors can walk through a mesmerizing pathway lined with towering bamboo stalks. The area is also home to the historic Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning gardens, and the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. Arashiyama’s charm is especially captivating during the cherry blossom season in spring and the vibrant autumn foliage, making it a popular destination year-round.
Duration: 120 mins
2. Kinkakuji Temple
Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a famous Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. It is renowned for its stunning golden exterior, which reflects beautifully on the surrounding pond. Originally built in 1397 as a retirement villa for shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, it was later converted into a temple. The top two floors are covered in gold leaf, symbolizing purity and spiritual harmony. Kinkaku-ji is a UNESCO World Heritage site and attracts visitors year-round, especially during autumn and winter when the scenery becomes even more breathtaking.
Duration: 60 mins
3. Nishiki Market Shopping District
Nishiki Market (錦市場), often called “Kyoto’s Kitchen,” is a bustling, covered shopping street in downtown Kyoto running about 400 m between Takakura and Teramachi streets along Nishikikoji. With over 100–130 stalls, it offers a fantastic array of local produce, seafood, pickles, sweets, tofu/yuba, kitchenware, knives, ceramics, and street snacks
Duration: 60 mins
4. Gion
Gion (祇園) is Kyoto's most famous geisha district, located around Shijo Avenue between Yasaka Shrine in the east and the Kamo River in the west. It is filled with shops, restaurants and ochaya (teahouses), where geiko (Kyoto dialect for geisha) and maiko (geiko apprentices) entertain.
Duration: 60 mins
5. Kiyomizu-dera Temple
One of Japan's most well-known temples is Kiyomizudera, which translates to "Pure Water Temple". It got its name from the pristine waters of the Otowa Waterfall, which is located on the forested hillsides east of Kyoto, where it was established in 780. The temple established the Kita Hosso sect in 1965 after first being connected to the Hosso sect, one of the oldest schools of Japanese Buddhism. The temple was included as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. The most notable feature of Kiyomizudera is its wooden stage, which protrudes 13 meters over the surrounding hillside from the main hall. Visitors can enjoy a pleasant view of the many cherry and maple trees below, which burst into a sea of color, from the stage.
Duration: 60 mins
6. Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Fushimi Inari Taisha is a famous Shinto shrine located in Kyoto, Japan, dedicated to Inari, the deity of rice, prosperity, and business. It is best known for its iconic Senbon Torii, a path lined with thousands of vibrant red torii gates that wind up the sacred Mount Inari. Founded in the 8th century, the shrine attracts visitors seeking blessings for success and good fortune. The scenic hiking trails, fox statues (Inari’s messengers), and panoramic views from the mountain make Fushimi Inari a popular and spiritually significant destination.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Air-conditioned vehicle

Pick-up options available from Osaka, and Nara charging an additional fee of 20000 yen.

Private transportation

Parking Fees

Exclusion

Lunch

Any Special Ride or Cruise not Included in this Package

Admission Tickets

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Ashan Global Tours

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