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
12,240 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Too short
Jeff M,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
4.00Our guide did her best to navigate through the large crowds at each site. The time at each site was very sort, not leaving sufficient time to enjoy. Other tours we enjoyed used GPS and web narration.
Speed Guiding
Leslie W,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
2.00Our guide Harry seemed more interested in keeping us moving than in our experience and enjoyment of the visit. At one point I was told to “keep up the pace”! Not what I wanted to hear as I am trying to see the sites. It was speed touring.
Excellent one day tour in Kyoto
Ping Z,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.005 great sites to visit with excellent lunch. The Tour guider is knowledgeable and kind to all guests. Have to expect a lot of walking (at least 12,000 steps, some uphill).
Wonderful introduction to Kyoto.
Julie A,
Oct 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00Although it was hot, and the tourist numbers were overwhelming on the long weekend, this was an excellent day out. Our guide Harry managed the logistics and the late comers really well and although time was tight at some sights, it was long enough to get an overview. I’m so glad we chose the buffet lunch - a wide range of delicious Japanese food to sample.
Full day of coordinated Kyoto splendour
Tracey A,
Oct 9, 2025
- Viator
4.00This is a big day... staff are amazing and the driver got us to where we needed to be on time and safely... Harry our tour guide was just lovely.. genuinely cared about everyone on the bus and was also knowledgeable and funny... he did not sit down at all the whole time. Each destination was just lovely.. just did not get enough time at some and you need to try and keep some pace of walking... Kyoto is hectic especially around Bamboo Forest... but overall a great day ... a smaller group would have been nicer
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