One-Day Tour of Kyoto's Highlights from Osaka/Kyoto

From JPY 15000

4.66

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Overview

Available languages

English

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.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Lunch (if option selected)

English-speaking guide

Entrance ticket to Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizudera (not included in Last Minute Option)

Air-conditioned bus with free Wi-Fi

Hotel Pickup and Drop-off

Options

Kyoto Dep / Lunch Included

Standard Japanese Set Lunch: A blend of seasonal delights, steamed rice, crispy vegetable tempura, and tofu
Admission Tickets: Kiyomizudera & Kinkakuji
Starting point:
Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking, Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan

Kyoto dep Last-Minute Seats

No Lunch : Feel free to bring and enjoy your own lunch on the tour, or choose a nearby restaurant for dining.
This Option: Last-minute seats available for the guided bus tour. Entry tickets and lunch not included.
Starting point:
Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking, Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan

Osaka Namba Dep/Without Lunch

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

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

Kyoto Dep / Without Lunch

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:
Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking, Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan

Osaka dep Last-Minute Seats

No Lunch : Feel free to bring and enjoy your own lunch on the tour, or choose a nearby restaurant for dining
This Option: Last-minute seats available for the guided bus tour. Entry tickets and lunch not included.
Starting point:
Namba Ocat Building, 1 Chome-4 Minatomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0017, Japan

Reviews

4.66

600 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

468

Kyoto in a day
Clay S,
May 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Great overview. Maria was excellent as a guide. Gives a great historical perspective to Kyoto's past and current culture, especially the unique relationship of shinto and Buddhism in Japanese culture. To western eyes, shinto seems full of superstition and need to pay up for good luck, but makes me wonder where do we westerners throw away our money? It's a great way to get another perspective on ourselves. Buddhism, on the other hand seems very rational and sophisticated, especially Buddhist philosophy, psychology and spirituality. How fascinating that these two very different life schools can coexist so well in Japan! For me it is another "koan" of life, a mystery that needs no solution.
We had a very pleasant...
Parham S,
Apr 26, 2025
- Viator
4.00
We had a very pleasant time with our super friendly small group. Our tour guide, Kazu, was friendly, humble and very attentive to guests' request. Also a great photographer, taking nice panoramic photos in the Bamboo forest. For those who want to see the highlights of Kyoto in one day, I truly recommend this tour.
The tour was very rushed...
Eylisa C,
Apr 15, 2025
- Viator
2.00
The tour was very rushed with little explanation from our tour guide. Our tour guide was very nice (nothing against him personally) but the itinerary felt rushed. I also didn’t realize if you booked in advance but paid later that it would result in the exclusion of the entrance fees to the temples.
Lots of distance walking,...
BRADLEY S,
Apr 15, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Lots of distance walking, extremely crowded but the sites are definitely worth seeing. Guide (Jewell-san) and driver were great, friendly and informative.
Full day trip to Kyoto
Daniel M,
Apr 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Our English speaking guide Kazu was fantastic in every way. The full day trip to Kyoto all though very crowded was very beautiful. Cherry Blossoms everywhere.