Kyoto: Nijo, Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, Kiyomizu & Fushimi Inari

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

10 hours 45 minutes

Mobile ticket

Discover the best of Kyoto in a single day with our exclusive bus tour! Unlike other tours, we take you to all the must-see landmarks, from the magical Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, the breathtaking Golden Pavilion, and even the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha with its endless red torii gates.

With seamless transportation and a professional guide, you'll explore Kyoto's rich history, culture, and stunning landscapes without the hassle. From the serene beauty of Nijo Castle's gardens to the panoramic views at Kiyomizu-dera, this tour offers a complete and unforgettable experience.

*Please note due to circumstances beyond the tour operator’s control, it is possible that Nijo Castle may not be accessible for the visit. In such cases, the tour will instead include a visit to Sanjūsangen-dō Temple.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Bilingual English/Spanish guide

Admission to Nijo Castle (if option selected)

Admission to Golden Pavilion (if option selected)

Transportation from the meeting point

Admission to Kiyomizu-dera (if option selected)

Lunch

What To Expect

Kyoto

Begin your adventure by departing the bustling city of Kyoto and heading towards some of the area's most iconic sites. First, you will head to the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. The bus ride will take approximately 40 minutes.

40 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Your first stop is the enchanting Bamboo Grove in Arashiyama, where you'll stroll through towering bamboo stalks that create a serene and otherworldly atmosphere. Take in the sights and sounds of nature as you walk along the winding paths, perfect for photography and meditation.

1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Tickets included

Tickets included : Golden Pavilion, Kiyomizudera, and Nijo Castle.

Tickets not included

The purchase of entrance tickets to visit the sites inside is your responsibility.

Reviews

4.84

625 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

556

Day well spent at Kyoto
Sightsee32677873924,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Extremely professional and polite The tour guide (Angeles) was knowledgable, efficient and extremely helpful. Special thanks to our driver, Fuji-san for excellent and safe driving
An excellent experience
RangrajS,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Angeles and Fuji San took excellent care of us and kept things running like clockwork. Many thanks for a very well conducted tour.
Great tour
Excursion57846270598,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent trip! Enough time in each place. Great driver (Fuji San) and tour guide (Angeles). She was so knowledgeable and nice. Group was on time and friendly.
Full tour fantastic
marcpX8606YN,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Good experience, the guide was fantastic and the driver was very friendly. Recommended for all types of people and ages
Amazing full tour
nikkittav,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had an amazing full tour of Kyoto. Our driver, Nishimura, was very professional and attentive, and our guide made the whole experience enjoyable and enriching. I totally recommend this tour for those who want to discover Kyoto in a comfortable and complete way.
Angeles excellent tour guide
Meander598104,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Angeles is an excellent tour guide. She took very good care of us, gave us very detailed information, friendly and very responsible.
Bilingual excellence
David E,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My two languages are English and Spanish, so having Angeles narrate in both really helped! The timing worked well too, with daylight and crowd levels.
Recommended visit
58jordiv,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Angels and Nishimura-san have been incredibly nice. Angels very good guide, who gives very good information of all the sites visited.
Interesting but crowded
pedrocantabria,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
Nishimura and Caesar with their good work made the day interesting and productive. What was no longer so positive was the impressive massing that all the tourist sites we visited suffer. That greatly dazzles the visit and leaves us with a bittersweet taste.
Good tour
Voyage27998013988,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour very nice and informative! You see the most emblematic places, you have to go fast! Caesar and Nishimura San have been very nice. It's been a pleasure!