Itinerary
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Stop At: Arashiyama, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto 616-0007 Kyoto Prefecture
Arashiyama is a rural area in Kyoto with a very beautiful nature. Arashiyama is famous for its bamboo forest. Nestled on the western outskirts of Kyoto, Arashiyama offers a blend of historic charm and stunning landscapes that captivate visitors from around the world.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Kinkakuji Temple, 1 Kinkakujicho, Kita-ku, Kyoto 603-8361 Kyoto Prefecture
Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a revered Zen Buddhist temple located in Kyoto, Japan. Renowned for its stunning architecture and picturesque surroundings, Kinkaku-ji stands as a testament to the beauty of Japanese craftsmanship and spirituality.
The temple's upper two floors are adorned with shimmering gold leaf, creating a breathtaking sight that is reflected in the tranquil pond that surrounds it.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kiyomizu-dera Temple, 1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto 605-0862 Kyoto Prefecture
Kiyomizu Temple is the biggest and the most famous temple in Japan and has been registered as the world heritage in UNESCO. Surrounding Kiyomizu-dera, the Higashiyama district is a treasure trove of traditional Japanese culture. Narrow lanes lined with traditional machiya houses, quaint shops, and artisan studios provide an authentic taste of old Kyoto. The historic Ninenzaka and Sannenzaka sloping streets are particularly charming and offer opportunities for exploration and discovery. Besides that you can also rent yukata to walk around Kyoto and take great pictures.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto 612-0882 Kyoto Prefecture
Fushimi Inari Taisha, is a sacred Shinto shrine renowned for its iconic torii gates and profound spiritual significance. As one of the most visited shrines in Japan, Fushimi Inari Taisha offers a unique and enchanting experience that captivates visitors from around the world.
The shrine is characterized by its vivid vermillion torii gates that create a mesmerizing pathway through the forested slopes of Mount Inari. This symbolic trail, known as the Senbon Torii, leads visitors on a spiritual journey, representing a passage between the physical world and the divine.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Traveler pickup is offered
Pickup will be at your specified accommodation, hotel entrance or any other address within Kyoto/Osaka.
Time for transportation and lunch is already included in the total duration.
6 to 10 hours(approx.)
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
Time for transportation and lunch is already included in the total duration.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
Walking Guide is not included. The driver doesn't leave the car.(All relevant information on each sight is given while in car between destinations)
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 is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : watson2018payson
Mex was great, he was fluent in English and flexible in adding to itinerary. He took us to JR station to buy bullet train tickets. Excellent guide and driver!
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : Renae_T
We had one full day in Kyoto and this was absolutely worth it to see the best of Kyoto in one day. We had our 16 year old and 7 year old with us, so a family of four. Matsu was our driver and was a good, safe driver and very friendly. The vehicle was nice and comfortable. So convenient to be picked up from the hotel and dropped back to the hotel.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : Melody_C
Matsu was a great driver. He suggested and recommended places to go and didn't rush us and always told us to take our time. It was always easy to find him after we were done with our stopover. We never had to wait long.
This excursion was good for us because it was hassle free since we had a driver to take us to the relevant spots in Kyoto and we didn’t need to worry about how to get from place to place. We also liked not having a tour guide follow us around as it gave us more freedom.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : Sarah_A
This was such a wonderful experience! Mex was so helpful and accommodating. We saw several of the main sites but were able to do it on our own time. He also made recommendations for coffee shops, lunch, and even a drug store run when we had a blister situation. We would highly recommend this as a way to see Kyoto. Thank you for everything!
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
Posted By : Eugene_S
Great choices of sites. Flexibility of driver. Great selection of restaurant for lunch. Clean and comfortable van.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : rodo1500
I do not recommend it.
The driver had limited knowledge of the city, his english was very limited and he forced us to walk wherever the vehicle was parked.
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Posted On : 2024-05-02
Posted By : Barbara_B
Fuji was very informative, friendly, funny and helpful. He offered terrific advise for touring the venues. I highly recommend him as a guide and driver. This was an amazing tour.
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : Randall_S
The entire experience was seamless. From the hotel pick up, transfer to Kyoto, flexibility of driver, and lunch recommendation, it was all great! Thank you for making our Kyoto day trip 9from Osaka) so easy and fun!
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Posted On : 2024-04-22
Posted By : Kevin_C
Great locations and way to see Kyoto when you only have a day. We were disappointed in our tour guide, she was nice but offered no real guide or insight about any of the sites we were going to see. We were dropped off and picked up. Our expectation was she would have come with us and explained the sites as we were first time visitors. We could have just hired a taxi.
The lunch spot she picked was fantastic and she was always on time and communicated with us very clearly through what’s app. I hope this improves as Kyoto is a wonderful experience
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Posted On : 2024-04-22
Posted By : Lowrie_M
Matsu was a great guide. He was personable and very prompt. This is not a guided tour by the way. They drive you to the sites and just drop you off - just in case you’re looking for more.
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Posted On : 2024-04-18
