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Early Half Day to Kyoto Highlights

5.0 (19 reviews) 5 hours Free cancellation
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Early Half Day to Kyoto Highlights

About this activity

This is a walking tour using public transport to Kyoto's highlights, Fushimi Inari Shrine, Bamboo Forest and Kinkakuji, the Golden Temple.

We are going early in order to beat the crowds and since it's only half day, you still have time enjoy other experiences.

We also will learn about the history, the culture and Japanese society all while enjoying the spots

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At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 9 people
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
Mandala Japan Experience

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Adults (4–85 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Experienced local guide with good command of English

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuity no expected, but much appreciated
  • Not included: Entrance fees: Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion Entrance Fee
  • Not included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): JR, Buses and Metros

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    15 min

    We gather at Starbucks Kyoto Tower in front of Kyoto Station, please refer to picture sent inside booking details.

  2. Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

    1 h 30 min

    Visit The most famous tourist spot in Japan, the shrine with thousand red gates, and learn the most important aspect in Japanese culture, Shintoism while enjoying the great view without the crowds

  3. Stop 3

    1 h 30 min

    Enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of the bamboo forest, and see the beauty of the nature surrounding it while learning Japanese society

  4. Kinkakuji Temple

    1 h 30 min Admission not included

    Enter the 2nd most visited tourist spot in Japan, learn about Buddhism in Japan, the history of the temple, while enjoying breathtaking view.

  5. Kyoto Station Building

    15 min

    Back to our starting point

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Our guide will meet you in front of Starbucks Kyoto Tower pillar facing Kyoto Station, see picture after booking for more deatails.

End point

  • Our guide will meet you in front of Starbucks Kyoto Tower pillar facing Kyoto Station, see picture after booking for more deatails.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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