From Osaka : Private Full-day Tour to Kyoto 8-Hour Tour

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ID: GYG388726-704082
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Country: Japan

Duration: 08:00 hours


Description

Discover some of the best sights Kyoto has to offer. Visit temples, gardens, and the bustling old town with a private guide and vehicle.
Start the tour with pick up from central Osaka and travel to historic Kyoto. Over the course of the day, you'll be presented with a balanced view of this historic city and its surroundings.

The Arashiyama district is the first stop, and it is here where you'll be introduced to Japanese garden and temple design. Tenryu-ji Temple has one of the most outstanding, timeless examples of Japanese gardens surrounding it's simple-but-majestic temple buildings.

Then it's time for a walk up through the famous bamboo grove - a photo opportunity not to be missed - before arriving at the entrance to luxurious Okochi Sanso. Here you will try some matcha (Japanese green tea), before exploring the winding paths that connect the buildings, views, and garden areas.

Afterwards, you'll enjoy a stroll alongside the river, then have free time for lunch and even a bit of shopping, if you wish. Next, enjoy the atmospheric streets of the Goin district, complete with a gurgling stream and rows of traditional tea house and restaurant buildings. 

Not far from the Gion is Fushimi Inari-taisha, arguably the most famous Shinto shrine complex in the entire region. After having a look around you'll end your tour with a visit to the famous Torii gate.

Highlights

  • Enjoy the luxury of a private guide and private vehicle
  • Stroll around the Arashiyama area and the Okochi Sanso estate
  • Admire the natural splendor at Fushimi Inari-taisha

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• For pickup from the port of Osaka or the Universal Studios area, please choose the add-on (2,500 yen per group per way) upon booking
• Standard vehicle accommodates up to 6 guests
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pickup in Osaka area only. If you are starting from the port of Osaka or the Universal Studios area, please select the add-on at check-out.
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NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.