PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour
Overview
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Discover Kyoto's must-see landmarks and World Heritages with our coach tour in only one day!
First adventure starts from Kiyomizu-Dera Temple, enjoying the wealthy nature from the significant terrace. Then say Konnichiwa to one thousand and one Kannon statue at Sanju-San-Gen-Do Temple, then the coach will take you to the most iconic place, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Going under thousands of Torii Red gate tunnels will be a memorable experience. Don’t forget to explore green tunnels, Sagano Bamboo Forest and Kinkaku-ji Temple. Tour includes buffet lunch.
・Discover Kyoto’s must-see landmarks and World Heritages on this full-day coach tour efficiently
・A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour
・Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, TH, ID, UK
・Must try this mystical experience going under thousands of iconic Torii Red gate at Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
・Visit the gorgeous golden temple
・Enjoy strolling at Sagano Bamboo Forest
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour. Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available on the bus in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Germany, Portuguese, Ukrainan
Itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic, weather, and operation.
If any of the visiting places is closed, we will try to attend an alternative place.
The lunch/restaurant may change due to operational reasons.
We do not supply any extra pick up & drop off service.
Customers will walk include stairs and hills in each places
Please let us know your booking numbers and total number of people before the tour if you have several bookings or if you have booked separatly.
Due to the weather conditions, traffic conditions, or suspension of operation, we may have a possibility not to achieve all the activities. The tour will be attending to alternative place or giving ou t a gift as a compensation depending on a situation at that time. Refunds will not be given for these changes.
Customers who add Lunch options on the day are charged more(3,000yen), therefore it is recommended to select desired add-ons in advance
If you are late for the tour start time, you will not be able to join the tour mid-way.
Not recommended for travelers who can not walk long distance. This tour includes lots of walkings.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
Admission for Tenryuji Temple
WiFi on board
Admission for Sanjusangendo Temple
Admission for Kiyomizu Temple
Buffet Lunch (If selected)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Admission for Kinkakuji Temple
Multilingual Audio Guidance
Lunch is a buffet, so the lunch is the same for vegetarians
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless Specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Kiyomizu temple is one of the World Heritage Lists in Kyoto. Then It is the must-see temple in Kyoto. Please look at the panoramic view around Kyoto. Because it is located on the Higashiyama hill. Also it has longer history than capital of Kyoto. It was originally built in 778.
Sanjusangendo Temple
Sanju-san-gen-do temple is one of our recommended temples in Kyoto. Because you can find fantastic statues in main hall. Those are called One thousand One " Senju Kannon" statues. Also please enjoy the spectacular views with the line-up of Buddhist statues.
Options
From Kyoto (Lunch)
★: The tour with lunch Buffet lunch
From Kyoto (No Lunch)
★: You may have lunch by yourself.
Reviews
12,647 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour to see a variety of temples in a day
Kathryn W,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We really enjoyed this tour and a lot was covered within the day. Our Guide Mai was absolutely lovely. She was helpful and ensured that the day ran smoothly. If you want to see a variety of temples with out the hassle of doing this solo this is a good tour to book. There is quite a bit of walking involved but all worth it. There was plenty of time at each stop to allow for photos and views and reading despite each location being quite busy with other tours and tourists. I highly recommend this tour and Mai our guide.
Great tour
I2553MXmargareta,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A 5 star worthy tour for sure that took us to all the “must see” shrines and temples of Kyoto. Led by the delightful Mia, this was a well organized tour and the lunch was delicious too!
Best Temple tour in Kyoto!
annkU5201XW,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, “Tommy” Yusuke was fantastic. Our group was from many different countries and he is so kind, patient, and has a good sense of humor that helped us to enjoy the tour and each other. I learned so much and will carry these memories forever. Our bus driver Mr. Okamara was also wonderful and it felt like we has a guardian spirit watching over us.
What a great day we had with Yusuke Tommy👍
YURI M,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful day with our guide Yusuke Tommy. He was very kind, gentle, funny and knowledgeable. Thank you so much, Yusuke for a memorable day! Also big thanks to our fantastic bus driver Mr. Okamura!
Wonderful day of temples and shrines. Our tour guide mai was amazing and made the day a very memorable experience for us
Mark P,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed a wonderful day visiting beautiful temples and shrines. Our tour guide mai was amazing and kept us well informed and smiling all day.
Kyoto 1 day tour
Donna P,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommended this tour, you get to see so much in one day. Great mix of top sights of Kyoto. Our guide Mai was very enthusiastic & knowledgeable, she was great
Wonderful Kyoto experience
joecI9841BI,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour of Kyoto with our dynamic tour guide Mai-San. She was very entertaining and knowledgeable. She also consistently looked after an elderly member of our family who struggled with some of the longer walks. The tour consists of multiple stops at World Heritage recognized Shrines and Temples in Kyoto. Highly recommend this tour, tour guide and tour company.
Kyoto day tour
C5308UKjoana,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mai was an amazing tour guide. Everything was very well planned and informative. I enjoyed it very much. It was my first time to Kyoto
Mai-san the best
Go08232259141,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mai-san was super funny, kind, knowledgeable and cute!! The tour covered all what we wanted to go. I highly recommend it.
Excellent Overview of Kyoto
29cadem,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mai San was very nice and helpful and the locations we went to felt like a great selection! I would recommend using this tour to help figure out where you want to spend more time!
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