Kyoto: Sagano Train Ride and Guided Day Tour

See some of Kyoto's highlights on this guided tour. Meet your expert guide and visit Arashiyama, which has been a popular nature-viewing destination since the Heian Period. Take a stroll through the cool Sagano Bamboo Forest and listen to the distinct rustle of bamboo leaves as you walk. You can also see the "moon-crossing bridge," Togetsukyo, as you walk along the beautiful Katsura River. Enjoy the stunning scenery while riding on the Sagano Romantic Train. Running between Arashiyama and Kameoka, this charming train winds along the Hozugawa River, providing stunning views of lush forests, mountains, and seasonal landscapes. Whether you’re marveling at cherry blossoms in spring, vibrant greenery in summer, colorful foliage in autumn, or snowy scenery in winter, the 25-minute ride on this nostalgic, open-air train promises a tranquil and unforgettable experience. Please note that the Sagano Train schedule varies from day-to-day! The Japanese proverb “jumping off the stage at Kiyomizu” means “to take a risk,” and the temple's iconic wooden stage, dramatically extending over the hillside, brings this saying to life. The stage of the UNESCO-listed temple, which was built without using a single nail and is supported by 139 pillars, boasts a wide view overlooking Kyoto and the beautiful surrounding nature. You can also drink from one of the three rejuvenating streams of Otowa Waterfall, said to bring success, love, and longevity. This temple is famous for the cherry blossoms in spring and the foliage in autumn. Enjoy Fushimi Inari Shrine, a Shinto shrine dedicated to the guardian deity of agriculture, Fushimi-Inari. Experience the wonder of walking through the seemingly endless vermillion torii gates, and see if you can spot the fox statues in the shrine, who are said to be spiritual messengers.