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Kyoto: Full-Day Best UNESCO and Historical Sites Bus Tour

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Kyoto: Full-Day Best UNESCO and Historical Sites Bus Tour
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4.7265496 out of 5 stars
3017 reviews

Discover the best of ancient Kyoto in a single day on this comprehensive guided tour by bus. Immerse yourself in the city's most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites and historical highlights.

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Duration 8.5 - 9 hours
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Audio guide included
Spanish, French, Italian, Ukrainian, German, Portuguese

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Gabriel – United States

At-chan was an incredible tour guide on this informative, entertaining, and culture-packed tour throughout Kyoto. We learned so much about Japanese history and culture, and every stop was efficient, timely, and perfectly planned.

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Tracy – United States

Rina was great, informative and very friendly tour guide. Loved all our sights

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    TULLY'S COFFEE Kyoto Avanti Shop

  • Transfer

    (15 minutes)

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    Kiyomizu-dera

    Visit (70 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Sanjusangen-do

    Visit (40 minutes)

  • Arashiyama

    Lunch (1 hour)

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    Sagano Bamboo Forest

    (25 minutes)

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    Tenryuji Temple

    Visit (30 minutes)

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    Kinkaku-ji

    Visit (40 minutes)

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    Nijo Castle

    Pass by

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    Fushimi Inari Taisha

    Visit (65 minutes)

  • Transfer

    (20 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    TULLY'S COFFEE Kyoto Avanti Shop

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Discover Kyoto’s must-see World Heritages on this full-day tour efficiently
  • Must try this mystical experience going under thousands Torii gates at Fushimi
  • Visiting 7 places including 3 World Heritages
  • A Professional English-speaking guide
  • Multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, DE, PT, UK

Full description

Discover Kyoto's must-see landmarks and World Heritages on the deluxe coach in 1day! In this tour we will take you to most famous places in ancient Kyoto such as Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Sanju-san-gen-do Temple, Arashiyama, Sagano Bamboo Forest, Tenryuji Temple, Golden Temple, and Fushimi Inari Shrine.

Departing from Kyoto at 8am. A comfortable air-conditioned coach will stop first at the Kiyomizudera Temple. Enjoying the wealthy nature from the significant terrace where you can admire panoramic views of the city below. Kiyomizudera Temple is one of the can't-miss points of interest in Kyoto. The old historic temple, reportedly opened in the year 778, is a designated world heritage site.
Then we will visit Sanju-san-gen-do Temple, the Temple is also known as the temple of 33 spaces (Sanjusan means "33" in Japanese ), though its official name is Rengo-In. Its hall is Japan's longest wooden structure and consists of 35 columns that divide the building into 33 parts.
Let's Say Konnichiwa to one thousand and one Kannon statue at Sanju-san-gen-do Temple, then the coach will take you to the Sagano Arashiyama area.

After Explore east side of Kyoto, we will visit the other side, Sagano Arashiyama.
Enjoy a Japanese buffet made with seasonal ingredients while gazing at Arashiyama's Togetsukyo Bridge.The Togetsukyo Bridge is Arashiyama's well known, central landmark. Many small shops, restaurants and other attractions are found nearby
*Muslim-friendly meals, Allergy-friendly meals, lactose-free meals, gluten-free meals and vegan-friendly meals etc. are not available. Please book the tour without lunch

After lunch don’t forget to explore green tunnels, Sagano Bamboo Forest. The paths that cut through the bamboo groves make for a nice walk. The groves are particularly attractive when there is a light wind and the tall bamboo stalks sway gently back and forth.
You can find Tenryu-ji Temple after passing through the bamboo grove. Feel the beauty of the Japanese garden throughout the four seasons at Tenryu-ji Temple, which is also registered as a World Heritage Site.
Then the bus head to Kinkaku-ji(The Golden Temple)
Rokuon-ji Temple, known locally as the "Golden Temple" and adore the gorgeousness and return to Kyoto with satisfaction.

Finally, head to the most iconic place, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.
Going under thousands of Torii Red gate tunnels will be a memorable experience.
You will finish the tour at Kyoto Station.

The tour includes commentary from both our frendly tour guide and a Multilingual audio guide from English, French, Italian, Spanish, Germany, Portuguese, and Ukrainian. The coach is always antibacterial coating and regularly ventilation, a comfy airconditioned bus with free wifi.

Includes

  • Tour guide
  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi
  • Japanese buffet lunch (if option selected)
  • Kiyomizudera Temple entry tickets
  • Tenryuji Temple entry tickets
  • Kinkakuji Temple entry tickets
  • Sanju-san-gen-do Temple entry tickets
  • Multilingual audio guide
  • Tips (optional)
  • Additional food and drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not suitable for

  • Wheelchair users
  • People with mobility impairments

Meeting point

In front of Tully's Coffee (Kyoto Avanti Store), 31 Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan. Check-in is at 7:50 AM and departure at 8:00 AM. Look out for green and white flag "Japan Panoramic Tours" No refunds or changes will be given to latecomers and no-shows.

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • The itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic, weather, or any operational reasons
  • If any of the places on the itinerary are closed, you will visit an alternative place
  • The lunch/restaurant may change. Our lunch is buffet. There are vegetarian dishes. There are no Muslim-friendly, allergy-friendly, lactose-free, or gluten-free dishes. If you have a serious allergy, you should book the tour option without lunch
  • If choosing the tour option without lunch, you can bring your own lunch with you, or you can use your free time at Arashiyama to purchase your lunch
  • You will have to walk up stairs and hills during the tour
  • Customers who add options on the day are charged more, therefore it is recommended to select desired add-ons in advance
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Overall rating

4.7 /5

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  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
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Gabriel – United StatesJune 12, 2025 – Verified booking
At-chan was an incredible tour guide on this informative, entertaining, and culture-packed tour throughout Kyoto. We learned so much about Japanese history and culture, and every stop was efficient, timely, and perfectly planned.
T
Tracy – United StatesJune 11, 2025 – Verified booking
Rina was great, informative and very friendly tour guide. Loved all our sights
M
Marilyn – United StatesJune 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Very well organized to deal with the crowds. Time was adequate for each site although we covered a lot of territory.

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