Kyoto Top Highlights Full-Day Trip from Osaka/Kyoto

This is an easy, culturally enriching bus trip to Kyoto. The tour stops at the Fushimi Inari Shrine and the UNESCO World Heritage sites: Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kinkakuji Temple, and Arashiyama. In just one day, you can visit the most popular and famous places, experiencing a comprehensive overview of Kyoto's highlights.


Itinerary
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Stop At: Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto 612-0882 Kyoto Prefecture

Start your tour at Fushimi Inari Taisha, the head shrine of over 30,000 Inari shrines in Japan. Spend an hour exploring this iconic site, known for its thousands of striking vermilion torii gates. These gates form a path almost endless in appearance, offering a unique and beautiful experience. Originally dedicated to the gods of agriculture, Fushimi Inari is not just a spiritual center but also a symbol of breathtaking beauty and cultural significance.

Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes

Stop At: Kiyomizu-dera Temple, 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0862 Kyoto Prefecture

Next, visit Kiyomizu-dera, renowned for its large wooden stage constructed without nails, providing a panoramic view of Kyoto. Named after a nearby waterfall famed for its health and scholarly benefits, the temple is particularly enchanting during spring with cherry blossoms and in autumn with vibrant leaves.

Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes

Stop At: Kinkakuji Temple, 1 Kinkakujicho, Kita-ku, Kyoto 603-8361 Kyoto Prefecture

Discover Kinkaku-ji, the Temple of the Golden Pavilion. This essential pagoda, initially built for Buddha relics, is part of the Rinzai Zen Buddhism sect. The temple, reflecting in the Mirror Pond, offers a stunning sight. Once a villa for Ashikaga Shogun Yoshimitsu, it was transformed into a temple after his demise and rebuilt in 1955.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Arashiyama, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto 616-0007 Kyoto Prefecture

Conclude your journey in Arashiyama, a must-see in Western Kyoto. Famous for its cherry blossoms in April and fall foliage in November, Arashiyama also hosts cormorant fishing on the Hozu River during summer. The Sagano Bamboo Forest near Tenryuji Temple provides a peaceful walk amidst towering bamboo. The area is also dotted with numerous small shops, adding to its charm and interest.

Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Infants (0-2 years) free; no seat&meal, must sit on an adult's lap"
"Meeting Time at Umeda, Hearton Hotel Nishi-Umeda: 8:20 AM"
"Meeting Time at Namba, OCAT 1F (Near Daiso): 8:50 AM"
"Meeting Time at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking 9:05 AM"
"Please check in 10 minutes before the booked start time"
"The activity provider is not liable for losses due to delays"
"Schedule subject to change due to traffic or weather conditions for safety"
"Emergency call center: +816-6131-5340, available 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM JST on departure date"
"For live emergency assistance, visit https://limonbus.livecall.jp"
"Our business hours are from 10:00 to 17:00 JST on weekdays, during which we are • unable to respond to emails."
"Halal and Vegan meals unavailable; please book without lunch and bring your own"
"Vegetarian requests, contact us directly (contact tour operator) at least 3 days before the tour"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 42 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Duration: 10 Hours
Start location: 1: Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking, Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
2: Hearton Hotel Nishiumeda, Japan, 530-0001 Osaka, Kita Ward, Umeda, 3-chōme3５５ B1
3: Namba Ocat Building, 1 Chome-4 Minatomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0017, Japan

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• English-speaking guide
• Bus fare for the trip
• Optional Lunch (if selected)
• Entrance ticket to Kinkaku-ji Temple (if option selected)
• Entrance ticket to Kiyomizu-dera Temple (if option selected)

Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
• Entry tickets and meals (if the last minute option is selected)

Facilities