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.
"Please note that on April 14th and 16th, 2026, lunch will be served as a set meal instead of a buffet.
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 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.
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
Options
From Kyoto (Lunch)
★: The tour with lunch Buffet lunch
From Kyoto (No Lunch)
★: You may have lunch by yourself.
Reviews
13,193 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Nanami is the #1 tour guide !
Maria Victoria B,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nanami made our tour of Kyoto fun and informative ! She was so kind and easy to talk . It was like being in Kyoto with a friend! I highly recommend going on this tour with her you won’t regret it !
Best tour with best guide
panjuuh,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My wife and I with our closest friends really enjoyed our guided tour with Nanami of Kyoto. She was full of energy, happy, funny and was super friendly. If we come back to Kyoto and decide to do another tour, we hope to get her again!
Full day Kyoto tour
N2738MFsams,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nanami was awesome! My wife and I appreciated her welcoming attitude and attention to detail. 10/10 would go again! The tour bus was awesome and provided the perfect amount of time to rest and get ready for the next stop. Lunch was delicious and provided an opportunity for us to try many new foods.
Educational and fun
nmfish99,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nanami is the best tour guide in Japan! She is very passionate about her job and incredibly nice. My husband and I had a such a great time, and she answered all of our questions with ease!
Amazing Tour-Tour Guide(Nanami)
932delwyns,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My tour guide Namani was excellent and the whole trip was so fun!! This is one of the best tours I have ever been on. Very much worth the cost. I learnt a lot.
Amazing!
thomyc400,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best tour guide ever! Nanami was sweet and funny! Taught us some Japanese words and numbers that help us for our experience
Wonderful tour guide
yahp6,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nana was so great! Such a wonderful tour guide. Would definitely recommend her! Very thoughtful, very funny and informative!
A busy, but amazing day in Kyoto.
Mark T,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Despite a full day of tours Nanami was always great fun, and extremely informative. Her English was excellent, and the sites visited were amazing.
Great day tour of Kyoto!
Abdel M,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nanami was a very professional tour guide how make the Kyoto day tour fun and friendly! Very lively and her suggestions and explanations were excellent. The tour covered all the must see sights and temples of Kyoto and is a great way to cover it in a day.
Mai Made Our Trip in Kyoto INCREDIBLE
AnastasiaB1907,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful time spent in Kyoto with the BEST tour guide, Mai. Very comprehensive. A must if you’re here for only 1-2 days.
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