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.
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.
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)
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
Options
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
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 / 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
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
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
Reviews
1,162 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highlights of Kyoto
Sana S,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Guide was very well organized and knowledgeable of the aights we visited. He kept us informed and gave us the option to visit the sights on our own. The driver of the bus was also very kind and helpful. The Lunch that we had included in the tour is highly recommended to get a flavor of local cuisine.
A great day in Kyoto
jaytM638ZH,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour hosted by Jewel. Transportation was clean and smooth driver. The stops were long enough to be in the moment and experience Kyoto. It’s a great way to experience the area in a day that doesn’t feel so rushed. Lots of food options during the stops, so don’t feel compelled to take the meal option.
Great tour
A1771OIamandad,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time. We hit all the spots on our list. Tour guide was very kind. Lots of free time to explore. Would book again !
The Know-It-All Guide
Passport03057001040,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I'm glad Yoshikawa's guide was fun He was quick to answer my questions, and I thought he was knowledgeable.
Ideal tour of main sites in Kyoto
Traveler25217193138,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kyoto is a major tourist and Japanese destination and this was the perfect day trip from Osaka. Perfectly organised with very clear meet up instructions. Our guide Jewell was very informative. We covered 4 major sites in Kyoto with a reasonable amount of time at each. We still clocked up 12,876 steps!! Entry tickets were included so that was great. If you had to buy tickets on the day it would be a nightmare. We included lunch and it was lovely, fresh and plentiful. This was a very full day, could not have fitted another site in.
It was excellent!
Z6541RLpattyv,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great experience and very nice attention from our cute guide!
Friendly, attentive, good
Ma Norma A,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00In a good mood always, very attentive and friendly
Views
montzerratpaolap,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00the incredible and beautiful views
Great Day in Kyoto
U3711XKcourtneyh,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jewell was a great tour guide showing us the best of Kyoto! She knew all of the perfect photo opp spots & was very friendly. The buffet lunch had a wide spread of delicious strawberry desserts too!
A fulfilling tour of Kyoto
Sunshine55010087456,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The guide was very kind and told me a lot on the bus, which was a great experience. I was happy to see so many photos taken at tourist spots. It was hard to tell which bus it was because there were so many buses parked at the morning meeting place, so I thought it would be good if you could tell me about the colors of the buses, the markers, etc. However, we had a great time while sightseeing. Thank you very much ^ ^
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