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PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

480 minutes
Kyoto
English
4.9170594 · 16120 reviews

Why we picked this

Kyoto has a way of overwhelming first-time visitors — too many temples, too little time, no idea where to start. This full-day coach tour cuts through the noise and delivers the city's most iconic sites in a single, well-paced day, guided by a professional English-speaking guide who actually knows what they're talking about.

The morning opens at Kiyomizu-dera, the clifftop temple whose wooden stage seems to float above a sea of forest and rooftop. From there you move to Sanjusangendo, a long, lantern-lit hall lined with 1,001 gilded Kannon statues — a genuinely otherworldly sight that most itineraries skip. The afternoon builds to a crescendo: the tunnel of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari, where thousands of gates climb into the forested mountain in a corridor that feels ancient and alive. Then comes the stillness of Sagano Bamboo Grove and the blinding gold of Kinkaku-ji reflected in its mirror pond.

Lunch is a buffet included in the price, vegetarian-friendly, and multilingual audio guides are available in seven languages if you want to go deeper between stops. With a cap of 15 guests, this is a small-group experience with big-landmark ambition — ideal for first-time Kyoto visitors who want to see everything essential without the planning headache.

Vetted by Roam Trips

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

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Stop
60 min

Admission included, 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.

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Stop
40 min

Admission included, 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.

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Stop
50 min

Admission included, We will take lunch break in Arashiyama.

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★Lunch info (If you choose our tour with lunch)

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・Japanese style buffet lunch with local foods

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Enjoy the seasonal buffet along with the superb view from your seat overlooking the Togetsukyo Bridge, the symbol of Arashiyama.

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Please note that the buffet offers the same menu for all guests. *Muslim-friendly, Halal,Vegan meals, Gluten free, and Allergy-friendly meals, etc. are not available. Please book the tour without lunch and bring your own lunch.

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(The dates below will be a Japanese set meal instead of a buffet lunch:4/14, 4/16)

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Stop
20 min

Admission included, We will go through the Bamboo forest trail to Tenryu-ji temple. Bamboo is all year green. Then the beauty is signature of Kyoto. Please bring your camera. Because there are photogenic places.

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Stop
30 min

Admission included, Tenryu-ji temple is listed on the World Heritages in Kyoto. There are traditional Japanese garden. The design of the garden is unchanged more than 700 years. You can enjoy beautiful flowers and plants in each season.

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Stop
40 min

Admission included, Kinkan-ji temple was built in same era as Tenryu-ji temple. Also it is listed the world heritages either. The Golden pavilion is so magnificent covered with pure gold leaves. It is the symbol of Kyoto.

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Stop

Pass by, Admission included, We will pass Nijo Castle on the return way. It was an important place in Japanese history because the Tokugawa shogunate returned the political power to the emperor.

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Please enjoy the guide’s commentary as you view the castle from the bus window.

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Stop
60 min

Admission included, Fushimi Inari Shrine is the most popular place in Kyoto currently. Because it has beautiful One thousand Torii gates. You can go through in the One thousand Torii gates. It is an unforgettable experience for you.

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The inari shrines host the guardian gods for business success, well-being of the family, traffic safety and improvement in performing arts.

A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide, Admission for Tenryuji Temple, On-board WiFi, Admission for Sanjusangendo Temple, Admission for Kiyomizu Temple, Buffet Lunch (If selected), In-vehicle air conditioning, 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
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
MEETING POINT
Pickup: meet everyone at start point
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