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Kyoto Gion Festival, Historic Canals and Outlet Shopping Bus Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Join one of Japan's most famous festivals, the Gion Matsuri, and experience its spectacular procession with included viewing tickets. This tour offers both a half-day and a full-day option.

For the Full-Day Plan

After viewing the procession, you will explore the historic canal district of Omihachiman. Then, you will visit La Collina Omihachima to enjoy its unique architecture and beautiful green landscapes, complete with cafes and a bakery. The tour then concludes with some time for shopping at MITSUI OUTLET PARK SHIGA RYUO.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please arrive at the meeting location 15 minutes prior to the departure time.

The schedule is subject to change without prior notice.

Due to traffic or other reasons, the duration of visits at each destination may be shortened, and arrival times may be delayed.

Refunds will not be provided if you fail to arrive at the meeting location on time (no show).

In the event of a natural disaster, such as a typhoon, the tour will be canceled, and a full refund will be issued.

Wearing your seatbelt is mandatory while the bus is in motion due to legal regulations.

Please personally take responsibility for your valuables.

Please note that the use of umbrellas is prohibited at the Gion Matsuri. In case of rain, we will provide you with a raincoat.

The duration of the Gion Festival is 60 minutes. Please note that you will leave during the festival.

The program is subject to change or cancellation due to natural disasters or social conditions.

This tour involves a lot of walking. If you have trouble walking, we advise you not to book this tour.

What To Expect

1

Kyoto

Departure from Kyoto Station (Hachijo Exit) - Tourist Bus Parking at 8:15. ※Please meet the guide by 8:00AM in front of the Kyoto AVANTI Building.

Admission Not Applicable
2

Kyoto Imperial Palace

Kyoto Imperial Palace is a huge beautiful garden which spreads in the historical center of Kyoto. Kyoto Gosho is located in Kamigyo Ward. ※If Kyoto Imperial Palace is closed, we will take you to visit Heian Shrine instead.

45 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Gion Matsuri Festival Procession Viewing Seat Tickets

Bottled water

Air-conditioned bus

English guide

Lunch

Cancellation Policy

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

Options

Full Day Plan

Duration: 11 hours Lake Biwa lunch cruise

Half Day Plan

Duration: 4 hours: The half-day plan concludes at the Gion Matsuri venue.

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  • We had a good time!

    brentp678,Jul 18, 2024

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The Gion Festival is a slower paced festival compared to other Japanese festivals I’ve attended. However, our guide was great and tried to help everything move along. I enjoyed the day. If the weather permitted I would have enjoyed spending a longer time in the old village towards the end.

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