Kyoto 1 Day Golden Route Bus Tour
Kyoto 1 Day Golden Route Bus Tour
Kyoto 1 Day Golden Route Bus Tour
Discover Kyoto’s iconic landmarks, including Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera, and Arashiyama’s Bamboo Grove on a full-day guided bus tour. Enjoy a buffet lunch, temple admissions, and comfortable transport with an English-speaking guide.
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Get ready for an inspiring day of cultural discovery and stunning scenery on the Kyoto 1 Day Golden Route Bus Tour, a perfectly curated experience led by an English-speaking guide. This full-day journey takes you through Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks, offering the perfect introduction to the city’s spiritual beauty, historic architecture, and natural wonders.
Your adventure begins at the world-famous Fushimi Inari Shrine, where you'll walk through a mesmerising tunnel of 1,000 vermilion torii gates. Next, soak in panoramic city views from Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its dramatic hillside setting. Wander the peaceful Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where soaring bamboo stalks sway gently above your head, creating a serene and magical atmosphere. The tour continues to the glittering Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion), a breathtaking Buddhist temple adorned with gold leaf and reflected in a mirror-like pond—a sight that epitomises Kyoto’s elegance.
Along the way, enjoy a buffet-style lunch, relax aboard a comfortable air-conditioned bus, and take a detour into traditional artistry at the Kyoto Handicraft Centre, where you’ll learn about local craftsmanship. This all-in-one tour is the ideal way to uncover Kyoto’s must-see sights in a single, unforgettable day.
- Visit Iconic Temples: Explore famous sites, including Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Tenryuji Temple, and Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion).
- Buffet Style Lunch Included: Enjoy a delicious meal during the tour.
- Comfortable Transportation: Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus with an English-speaking guide.
- Unmissable Sightseeing: Discover Kyoto’s must-see attractions, including the scenic Bamboo Grove in Arashiyama.
- Cultural Experience: Visit the Kyoto Handicraft Center to learn about traditional Japanese crafts.
Itinerary
Duration: 7 hours 45 minutes
Meet at Kyoto Station (8:00 AM)
Admission Ticket FreeGather at the Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking Area, in front of KYOTO AVANTI. Look out for the guide holding an "HIS" flag. Arrive 15 minutes before departure.Departure from Kyoto Station (8:15 AM)(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeBoard the comfortable, air-conditioned bus. The tour departs on time—late arrivals cannot be accommodated.Fushimi Inari Shrine
Admission Ticket FreeWalk through thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates at Kyoto’s most iconic Shinto shrine.Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Admission Ticket IncludedVisit the UNESCO-listed wooden temple and enjoy panoramic views over Kyoto from its dramatic hillside stage.Buffet Lunch
Lunch IncludedRecharge with a buffet-style meal included in the tour.Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Tenryuji Temple
Admission Ticket IncludedStroll through the magical Bamboo Grove and explore the gardens of Tenryuji, a UNESCO World Heritage Zen temple.Kinkakuji (Golden Pavilion)
Admission Ticket IncludedAdmire the shimmering golden temple reflected in its serene pond, one of Kyoto’s most celebrated landmarks.Kyoto Handicraft Center
Admission Ticket FreeLearn about traditional Japanese crafts and shop for artisanal souvenirs.Return to Kyoto Station (approx. 4:00 PM)(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeThe tour concludes back at the original meeting point at Kyoto Station, Hachijo Exit.
What's included
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
Additional information
Meeting Point:
- Kyoto Station – Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking Area (in front of KYOTO AVANTI)
- Address: Higashikujo Nishisannocho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003, Japan
End Point:
- Returns to the same meeting location
Arrival Time:
- Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time
Start Time:
- 8:15 AM sharp
- Note: The bus will not wait for late arrivals.
- Tour Duration: Approx. 7 hours 45 minutes
- A minimum of 10 participants is required; tour may be cancelled if minimum is not met 14 days prior
- This is not a private tour; you'll join other guests
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Large luggage is not allowed
- Tour includes extensive walking; not suitable for those with mobility issues
- Refunds are not provided for late arrivals or no-shows
- Lost & found: Items left on the bus may be disposed of; take care of your belongings
- Open to all nationalities.
- Most travelers can participate.
- Tour will have a maximum of 40 participants.
- 0–2 years: Free of charge (must sit on laps)
- 3–11 years: Child ticket applies
- 12 years and up: Adult ticket applies
- Mobile e-voucher (sent via email)
- Comfortable shoes for walking
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Personal water bottle (beverages not included)
- Cash or card for personal purchases
- Not accessible for wheelchairs
- Infants must sit on laps
- Strollers may not be suitable due to walking segments
- Manual confirmation within 48 hours, subject to availability
- E-voucher will be sent by email
- Show mobile voucher at the meeting point
- f you cancel your booking 11 days or more before the tour date, you will receive a 100% refund.
- If you cancel your booking between 8 to 10 days before the tour date, you will receive an 80% refund.
- If you cancel your booking between 2 to 7 days before the tour date, you will receive a 70% refund.
- If you cancel your booking 0 to 1 day before the tour date, you will receive a 60% refund.
- No refund will be provided for cancellations made on the same day of the tour or in case of a no-show.
- Voucher will be sent via email.
- Show the QR code or PDF voucher at the meeting location to board the bus.
Location
INR 10,362
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