One-Day Tour of Kyoto's Highlights from Osaka/Kyoto
Overview
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10 hours
Mobile ticket
Enjoy a culturally enriching tour of Kyoto's most famous landmarks, including Fushimi Inari Temple and the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Kinkakuji Temple, and Arashiyama. In just one day, you can see the result of hundreds of years of history, architecture, and cultural practices!
Experience the best of Kyoto in a convenient and comfortable way
Be entranced by the famous vermillion gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine
Explore the gorgeous golden Kinkaku-ji and its immaculate well-preserved gardens
Stroll through Sagano Bamboo Forest - listen to the leaves rustle in the wind
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ages 0-2 free(seat, meal not included), must sit on an adult's lap
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 departure, as the bus will not wait for late arrivals
Schedule subject to change due to traffic or weather conditions for safety
Our business hours are from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM JST on weekdays. Please note that we are unable to respond to emails outside of these hours.
Halal and Vegan meals unavailable; please book an option without lunch and bring your own
For vegetarian requests, contact us directly (contact tour operator) at least 3 days before the tour
Folding strollers are allowed. They will be stored with the luggage on the bus.
For any changes or amendments, please contact us at least 24 hours before the tour.
Please note this tour requires walking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
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 seemingly-endless path which you can wander through on your visit. 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.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
At Kiyomizu-dera, one of the most iconic temples in Japan, walk across the impressive wooden stage, which juts out from the hillside and was constructed without the use of a single nail. The temple boasts a wide view overlooking Kyoto and the beautiful surrounding nature. You can also drink from one of the three rejuvenating streams of Otowa Waterfall, said to bring success, love, and longevity.
What‘s Included
Lunch (if option selected)
English-speaking guide
Entrance ticket to Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizudera
Air-conditioned bus with free Wi-Fi
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
Options
Kyoto Dep / Without Lunch
English Speaking Guide
Lunch NOT Included: Select this to bring and eat your own lunch on the tour, or dine at a nearby restaurant of your choice.
Entry Tickets: Kiyomizudera & Kinkakuji
Starting point:
Tourist Bus Terminal, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance (Kyoto Avanti), Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
Umeda(Osaka) Dep/ Ticket Only
English Speaking Guide
Lunch NOT Included: Select this to bring and eat your own lunch on the tour, or dine at a nearby restaurant of your choice.
Entry Tickets: Kiyomizudera & Kinkakuji
Starting point:
Hearton Hotel Nishiumeda, 3-chōme-3-55 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0001, Japan
Kyoto Dep/With Lunch(Buffet)
English Speaking Guide
Buffet: Includes buffet lunch at Restaurant Arashiyama
Admission Tickets: Kiyomizudera & Kinkakuji
Starting point:
Tourist Bus Terminal, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance (Kyoto Avanti), Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
Kyoto Dep / Lunch Included
English Speaking Guide
Standard Japanese Set Lunch: A blend of seasonal delights, steamed rice, crispy vegetable tempura, and tofu
Admission Tickets: Kiyomizudera & Kinkakuji
Starting point:
Tourist Bus Terminal, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance (Kyoto Avanti), Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
Umeda(Osaka)/WithLunch(Buffet)
English Speaking Guide
Buffet Lunch inculded
Entry Tickets: Kiyomizudera & Kinkakuji
Starting point:
Hearton Hotel Nishiumeda, 3-chōme-3-55 Umeda, Kita Ward, Osaka, 530-0001, Japan
Kyoto Dep/Ticket Only
English Specking Guide
Lunch NOT Included: Select this to bring and eat your own lunch on the tour, or dine at a nearby restaurant of your choice.
Entry Tickets: Kiyomizudera & Kinkakuji
Starting point:
Tourist Bus Terminal, Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance (Kyoto Avanti), Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
Osaka Dep/Without Lunch
English Speaking Guide
Lunch NOT Included: Select this to bring and eat your own lunch on the tour, or dine at a nearby restaurant of your choice.
Entry Tickets: Kiyomizudera & Kinkakuji
Starting point:
Namba Ocat Building, 1 Chome-4 Minatomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0017, Japan
Osaka Dep. with Lunch
English Speaking Guide
Standard Japanese Set Lunch: A blend of seasonal delights, steamed rice,crispy vegetable tempura, and tofu.
Entry Tickets: Kiyomizudera & Kinkakuji
Starting point:
Namba Ocat Building, 1 Chome-4 Minatomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0017, Japan
Reviews
1,094 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent tour guide with a lot of experience
292quimv,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jewell is an excellent guide with a lot of experience. She gives you her perspective on Japanese culture. How lucky I was to be the only person on her tour today and to be able to chat with her.
Perfect day trip!!
khairulz2026,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was perfect!! Its the kind of places where i am intended to visit. Timing was great, Free time was given. Location for pickup was convenient for me. Really value the price for what was paid. Tour Guide Jewel was very creative in helping taking pictures. Pictures was taken using our ownself phone and turns out pretty & perfect, the kind who will squat down for the best angles!! Jewel was very cheerful all the time. Perfect for couples and solo. Really had a great time. Everyone was seen happy. If you’re tour guide chosen was English, chances are the group would be smaller.
Covered all popular spots
805hibas,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Jewell was really kind, informative and hardworking. We covered all great and popular spots in kyoto and detailed information about the history of the place was amazing.
Kyoto Day Tour
Excursion57200650582,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I visited Kyoto on my first trip with a friend. The guide was very kind and attentive. The explanations in each place were easy to understand, and I was able to take nice commemorative photos, so I could enjoy the good old days of Japan. I will use it again if I get the chance. I can only thank the guide for that!️
Great.
Road10672879785,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent superb guide very hard to help us take photos also very carefully introduced things worth it really great! But I can't get 50 words. Really great!
Great tour and our guide...
gaurangjhawar,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour and our guide was amazing too. Saw all the main highlights of Kyoto and it was super fun.
Pleasant Tour
839reiko,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience! The guide was knowledgeable about the areas we visited, upbeat, and switched between Japanese and English. She’s also great at taking photos.
Kyoto Tour
Alexander W,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The day went very well and the guidecwas very attentive to us. Her knowledge of tje sites vistrd was very good ad well as hervenglish
Kyoto Day Tour
Road09835716831,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good service! Thankful heart~ Thank you Help us take photos of memories, Also take us to a delicious Japanese restaurant. The car is stable and warm, thank you very much.
Nice trip!
Coastal46467007315,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide Jewell provided a very friendly service, with a very clear, detailed description of each stop, and photographs for all participants to leave a good memory.
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