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KYOTO Sightseeing “OKOSHI” Bus(SW)Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride★With English・Chinese・Korean audio guide★

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KYOTO Sightseeing “OKOSHI” Bus(SW)Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride★With English・Chinese・Korean audio guide★

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7 Dec
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(SW)Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Boat Ride

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★With English・Chinese・Korean audio guide★
Duration: about 7 hours
*Lunch is not included in the tour. Instead passengers can enjoy their lunch around Arashiyama area of their own choice.
Ride together with passengers on the regular (S course ) without voice guidance.

<Schedule>
8:40 Meet at JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal
* Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure and show your voucher either by mobile or by paper device for exchange boarding ticket. Please give yourself extra time to exchange the ticket.
* You can't board the bus with a mobile or paper voucher.

9:00 Departure from JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit

◇ "Sagano Romantic Train" (25 minutes)
On the sightseeing train, you can enjoy the beauty of the Hozugawa valley, the cherry blossoms and greenery in spring, the Cicada rain and the murmuring of the stream in summer, and the red leaves in autumn.

◇ Hozugawa River Boat Ride (100 minutes from Kameoka to Arashiyama)
It is a thrilling boat ride down a mountain stream of about 16km from Tamba Kameoka to Kyoto's scenic Arashiyama.
* If the Boat Ride is cancelled due to bad weather, In this case, we will make some changes to the course content.
*There are restrictions on participation, so please check in advance.

◇ Walk around Arashiyama (free walk / 120 minutes)
There are many temples and famous places in Sagano and Arashiyama, which are scenic spots that attract people by changing colors in spring, summer, autumn, and winter.
You will get the following discounts when walking around Arashiyama.
(1) Discounts on admission to Arashiyama Orgel Museum (there are closed days)
(2) Discounts on rickshaw rides/yakata bune
(3) Discounts on footbath using
(4) Discount prices for meals, drinks, and shopping

15:45 Arrive at JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing "OKOSHI" Bus Terminal (planned).

Available period
Within 3 months

Reservation reception deadline
Please make a reservation by 23:00 1 day(s) before the participation date.

Voucher expiration period
Valid only for the participation date specified

What's Included
  • Bus fare
  • Local guide(Japanese speaking only)
  • Sagano Romantic Train (one way)
  • Boat ride

Restrictions
  • Please be sure to show your mobile or paper voucher on the day of participation. If you can not present your mobile or paper voucher, you will not be able to collect your bus ticket. You will have to pay the total amount again at the site to purchase a bus ticket.
  • The adult fare applies to those of junior high school age and older (generally age 12 and above).
    Children in elementary school (typically ages 6 to 11) should be booked under the child fare. Please note that a 12-year-old child who is still in elementary school will also be considered a child.
    Children younger than elementary school age can join free of charge; however, seats and meals (for meal-included plans) will not be provided. For children who may have difficulty sitting on a parent's lap, we recommend reserving a separate seat. In such cases, the child fare will apply. Please note that even if no seat is reserved for a child, additional payment for meals may be required at the restaurant in plans that include buffet-style dining.
  • Please show up at least 20 minutes before departure and exchange your voucher for a boarding bus ticket at the JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing “OKOSHI” Bus Terminal before boarding. *You can’t board the bus with a mobile or paper voucher.
  • The tour with the GPS multi-language (English, Chinese, Korean) earphone guide. You can choose the language channel you want, but the machine only has a signal in the bus. Please don't take it out of the bus to avoid losing it. If the device or earphones have poor signal reception, please contact your tour guide for a replacement. Don't forget to return the interpreter at the end of the tour.
    ※If the audio guide equipment is under maintenance, this service will be temporarily unavailable. Thank you for your understanding.
  • [Guidelines to follow when boarding the Hozugawa River Boat Ride.]
    1. Boarding the boat is only allowed for those who wear life jackets properly.
    2. Individuals who are experiencing any symptoms of illness are prohibited from boarding the boat.
    3. Individuals using wheelchairs need to be accompanied by an attendant, even if they can transfer to a seat independently.
    (Wheelchairs cannot be brought onto the boat.)
    4. Children under elementary school can apply for free but will not be provided with seats. If you require a seat, please apply as a "Child (6-12 years old)".
    For children applying for free admission, those who are 80 cm or taller will incur an additional fee for the Hozugawa River Boat, regardless of age. This fee should be paid on-site. Children under 80 cm tall are not permitted to board the boat and cannot participate. (★保津川下り安全パンフレット★★Hozugawa River Boat Ride Safety Pamphlet ★)

Required items to bring & attire
  • We recommend you wear clothes that can be adjusted according to the season and weather.
    --Winter clothes
    --Raincoats and towels
    * There is a mat roofing over the boat going down the Hozu River, but there may be splashes depending on the amount of water in the river. We recommend you bring a raincoat.

Requirements
  • Please arrive at the meeting place at least 20 minutes before departure. Make sure to check the meeting place in advance and go there by yourself. Please note that the bus will not wait if you arrive after the scheduled departure time. If you arrive late without prior notice, no refunds will be given. In addition, you cannot join the tour midway or make any changes to your reservation.
  • Operations may be canceled due to weather conditions, so please check the latest status on the official Hozugawa River Boat website:
    https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/

Other Information
  • Arashiyama walk privileges
    ① Discount for admission to Arashiyama Orgel Museum (This museum has days off.)
    ② Discount for rickshaw experience/houseboat boarding
    ③ Discount for footbath
    ④ Discount for shopping/meal/drink
  • If the Sagano Romantic train is suspended, the course will also be suspended.
  • If the Hozugawa River Boat Ride is canceled due to flooding, the tour time in Arashiyama will be extended, but the start and end times will remain unchanged. The cruise fee will be refunded directly at the local office on the tour day.
  • Voucher expiration date: valid only on the participation day (once only)
  • Please take care of your own lunch at Arashiyama.
  • Smoking is strictly prohibited on the bus.
  • Before dissolution of each attractions, the tour guide will show the meeting time on the prompt board. Please make sure to confirm and return to the bus on time.
  • Boarding tickets are also proof tickets for major attractions. Please keep them properly until the tour end. Once lost, no replacement ticket is available.
  • The tour guide can only provide commentary and service in Japanese, and the tour will be shared with Japanese tourists ( S course).
  • The content of the course may change due to circumstances.
  • For inquiries or cancellations, please get in touch with the site where you booked or your travel agent.



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Highlights

Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa tour
☆ You can enjoy the famous "Sagano Romantic Train" and "Hozugawa tour" in one day.
☆ Boarding without lining up!
☆ Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Hozugawa Valley in each season, such as cherry blossoms in spring and red leaves in autumn!


Operating period:
Every day until December 7 (Sun) 2025.
However, the course will be closed on Wednesdays from August 20th to October 22nd.
If the Sagano Romantic Train is not operated, the course will also be closed.
If you are unable to select a start time, it means there are not enough seats available. Please consider selecting a different day.
*Hozugawa River Boat Ride may be suspended due to weather or other conditions. Please check the official website for the latest operation status below.
https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/

Itinerary

  • ★With English・Chinese・Korean audio guide★

    Duration: about 7 hours *Lunch is not included in the tour. Instead passengers can enjoy their lunch around Arashiyama area of their own choice. Ride together with passengers on the regular (S course ) without voice guidance.
  • <Schedule>

    8:40 Meet at JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Terminal * Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure and show your voucher either by mobile or by paper device for exchange boarding ticket. Please give yourself extra time to exchange the ticket. * You can’t board the bus with a mobile or paper voucher.
  • 9:00 Departure from JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit

  • ◇ "Sagano Romantic Train" (25 minutes)

    On the sightseeing train, you can enjoy the beauty of the Hozugawa valley, the cherry blossoms and greenery in spring, the Cicada rain and the murmuring of the stream in summer, and the red leaves in autumn.
  • ◇ Hozugawa River Boat Ride (100 minutes from Kameoka to Arashiyama)

    It is a thrilling boat ride down a mountain stream of about 16km from Tamba Kameoka to Kyoto's scenic Arashiyama. * If the Boat Ride is cancelled due to bad weather, In this case, we will make some changes to the course content. *There are restrictions on participation, so please check in advance.
  • ◇ Walk around Arashiyama (free walk / 120 minutes)

    There are many temples and famous places in Sagano and Arashiyama, which are scenic spots that attract people by changing colors in spring, summer, autumn, and winter. You will get the following discounts when walking around Arashiyama. (1) Discounts on admission to Arashiyama Orgel Museum (there are closed days) (2) Discounts on rickshaw rides/yakata bune (3) Discounts on footbath using (4) Discount prices for meals, drinks, and shopping
  • 15:45 Arrive at JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing "OKOSHI" Bus Terminal (planned).

What's included

INCLUDED

Bus fare
Boat ride
Sagano Romantic Train (one way)
Local guide(Japanese speaking only)

Additional information

Restrictions
Please be sure to show your mobile or paper voucher on the day of participation. If you can not present your mobile or paper voucher, you will not be able to collect your bus ticket. You will have to pay the total amount again at the site to purchase a bus ticket.
The adult fare applies to those of junior high school age and older (generally age 12 and above).
Children in elementary school (typically ages 6 to 11) should be booked under the child fare. Please note that a 12-year-old child who is still in elementary school will also be considered a child.
Children younger than elementary school age can join free of charge; however, seats and meals (for meal-included plans) will not be provided. For children who may have difficulty sitting on a parent's lap, we recommend reserving a separate seat. In such cases, the child fare will apply. Please note that even if no seat is reserved for a child, additional payment for meals may be required at the restaurant in plans that include buffet-style dining.
Please show up at least 20 minutes before departure and exchange your voucher for a boarding bus ticket at the JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit Kyoto Sightseeing “OKOSHI” Bus Terminal before boarding. *You can’t board the bus with a mobile or paper voucher.
The tour with the GPS multi-language (English, Chinese, Korean) earphone guide. You can choose the language channel you want, but the machine only has a signal in the bus. Please don't take it out of the bus to avoid losing it. If the device or earphones have poor signal reception, please contact your tour guide for a replacement. Don't forget to return the interpreter at the end of the tour.
※If the audio guide equipment is under maintenance, this service will be temporarily unavailable. Thank you for your understanding.
[Guidelines to follow when boarding the Hozugawa River Boat Ride.]
1. Boarding the boat is only allowed for those who wear life jackets properly.
2. Individuals who are experiencing any symptoms of illness are prohibited from boarding the boat.
3. Individuals using wheelchairs need to be accompanied by an attendant, even if they can transfer to a seat independently.
(Wheelchairs cannot be brought onto the boat.)
4. Children under elementary school can apply for free but will not be provided with seats. If you require a seat, please apply as a "Child (6-12 years old)".
For children applying for free admission, those who are 80 cm or taller will incur an additional fee for the Hozugawa River Boat, regardless of age. This fee should be paid on-site. Children under 80 cm tall are not permitted to board the boat and cannot participate.
Required items to bring & attire
We recommend you wear clothes that can be adjusted according to the season and weather.
--Winter clothes
--Raincoats and towels
* There is a mat roofing over the boat going down the Hozu River, but there may be splashes depending on the amount of water in the river. We recommend you bring a raincoat.
Requirements
Please arrive at the meeting place at least 20 minutes before departure. Make sure to check the meeting place in advance and go there by yourself. Please note that the bus will not wait if you arrive after the scheduled departure time. If you arrive late without prior notice, no refunds will be given. In addition, you cannot join the tour midway or make any changes to your reservation.
Operations may be canceled due to weather conditions, so please check the latest status on the official Hozugawa River Boat website:
https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/
Other Information
Arashiyama walk privileges
① Discount for admission to Arashiyama Orgel Museum (This museum has days off.)
② Discount for rickshaw experience/houseboat boarding
③ Discount for footbath
④ Discount for shopping/meal/drink
If the Sagano Romantic train is suspended, the course will also be suspended.
If the Hozugawa River Boat Ride is canceled due to flooding, the tour time in Arashiyama will be extended, but the start and end times will remain unchanged. The cruise fee will be refunded directly at the local office on the tour day.
Voucher expiration date: valid only on the participation day (once only)
Please take care of your own lunch at Arashiyama.
Smoking is strictly prohibited on the bus.
Before dissolution of each attractions, the tour guide will show the meeting time on the prompt board. Please make sure to confirm and return to the bus on time.
Boarding tickets are also proof tickets for major attractions. Please keep them properly until the tour end. Once lost, no replacement ticket is available.
The tour guide can only provide commentary and service in Japanese, and the tour will be shared with Japanese tourists ( S course).
The content of the course may change due to circumstances.
For inquiries or cancellations, please get in touch with the site where you booked or your travel agent.

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