One-Day Tour of Kyoto's Highlights from Osaka/Kyoto
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
Enjoy a culturally enriching tour of Kyoto's most famous landmarks, including Fushimi Inari Temple, Arashiyama and the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Kinkakuji Temple. In just one day, you can see the result of hundreds of years of history, architecture, and cultural practices!
To enhance your experience, we offer a Sentio real-time translator supporting over 75 languages, so you can follow the guide’s explanations in your preferred language throughout the tour. Please note that guests must bring their own smartphone and earphones to use this service.
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 Umeda, Osaka : 7:50 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.
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.
Arashiyama
We'll walk through the cool and shady Bamboo Forest, which is great for pictures. You will also see the Togetsukyo (moon-crossing bridge). You can also explore the area, enjoy local snacks, or have lunch (included if selected)
Options
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
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/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
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 / 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
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
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
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
What‘s Included
Lunch (if option selected)
English-speaking guide
Entrance ticket to Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizudera
Sentio real-time translator (75+ languages)
Air-conditioned bus with free Wi-Fi
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,181 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best trips
wtnp2026,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a lot of fun. The guide was great and a good photographer.
Kyoto Day Tour with Joell
631spi,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a good time in Kyoto. Our tour guide was amazing. The weather did get a bit hot in the afternoon but overall seeing th temples, the original architecture was just beautiful by the river. I would recommend this day tour to everyone.
Good Overall Experience
Miranda74,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Tour was good but really long. I think a bit less time could have been spent in each spot without taking away from the overall experience. It just felt like it dragged at times. Jewell was very kind and shared a lot of information.
Kyoto Tabi
Venture42519060794,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed visiting famous places in Kyoto I've been able to get around. At the photo spot, I had a lot of photos taken Thank you very much.
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U1612RUlindag,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great informative tour, we enjoyed our experience
A day in Kyoto
niklassQ9306IO,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day in Kyoto with Jewell. It was very hot in the Sun, but Jewell explained a lot of things on the tour and took time to help everyone get good photos for a wonderful memory.
Great overview of Kyoto sites.
Jason M,May 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great sampler tour of Kyoto shrines, temples, and sites. Our guide Maria was very knowledgeable, professional, and affable.
A very complete tour...
Karla Z,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very complete tour, although tiring; I would have liked more time at Fushimi Inari, but I believe it is not possible due to logistics. María was an excellent guide.
Great one day tour to Kyoto from Osaka
Jaime L,May 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour to see the most important attractions of Kyoto in just one day. Modern and Confortable buses. Great guide, who spoke excellent english and japanese (aussie guy living many year in Japan). No waste of time visiting stores in this tour like many tours around the world. Highly recommend it. I will travel with the same company my next time in Japan.
My experience
780satishkumard,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour👌👌🙏🙏 enjoyed very much
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