Kyoto Day Tour to Amanohashidate and Miyama Village with Lunch

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Highlights

  • Admire Amanohashidate, one of Japan's three most scenic views
  • Explore the charming Kayabuki No Sato with its thatched roof houses
  • Visit Chion-ji Temple, dedicated to the Buddhist deity of wisdom
  • Enjoy a colorful Japanese-style set meal featuring crab and seasonal dishes
  • Relax on a comfortable bus with English-speaking guide support

What to expect

Experience a scenic day tour of Amanohashidate, celebrated as one of Japan's most breathtaking views. Stroll through the historical grounds of Miyama, visit the charming Kayabuki No Sato village.

What's included

  • Lunch
  • Bus fare
  • Cruise fee
  • Tax
  • Highway tolls
  • Cable car fee
  • English-speaking guide

About this experience

Discount price
Starting at
08:40
Group size
1–49 people

Schedule

  1. 08:30
    Meet at Kyoto VIP Lounge
  2. 10:20
    Chion-ji Temple
    One of Japan's three most important temples dedicated to Monju Bosatsu , Chion-ji Temple has long been a sacred site. While the construction date of the main hall is unknown, its Tahoto Pagoda dates back to the Muromachi period and is a designated National Important Cultural Property.
  3. 11:00
    Amanohashidate Sightseeing Cruise
    This 12-minute cruise connects the Monju and Fuchu areas of the bay. From the boat, you can admire the beautiful pine-covered sandbar and participate in the popular activity of feeding the seabirds that fly alongside the vessel.
  4. 11:15
    Kasamatsu Park(Cable Car & Chairlift)
    Your ticket is valid for both the cable car and the chairlift, giving you a choice of how to ascend to Kasamatsu Park. The cable car takes about 4 minutes, while the open-air chairlift takes about 6 minutes, both offering a relaxing ride up the mountain.
  5. 12:10
    Matsui Bussan (Lunch: Amanohashidate Japanese Set Meal)
    *Vegetarian option available.
  6. Free Time to Explore the Thatched-Roof Village of Miyama (Kayabuki no Sato)
    Visit Miyama, a nationally designated preservation district known for its nostalgic rural charm. In the thatched-roof village of Kayabuki no Sato, enjoy well-preserved traditional scenery and seasonal landscapes.
  7. 17:00
    Disband at Kyoto VIP Lounge at 17:00 / VIP Villa Namba at 18:00

Location and Directions

  • Check-in

    Kyoto VIP Lounge

    Terada Building 1F, 6 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Japan, 〒601-8417

    Kyoto VIP Lounge — Terada Building 1F, 6 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Japan, 〒601-8417
  • Drop-off 2

    Select the point that applies to you

    Drop-off
    1. 1
      Kyoto VIP LoungeTerada Building 1F, 6 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Japan, 〒601-8417
    2. 2
      VIP Villa Namba1-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, Japan, 〒556-0011

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Restrictions

  • If less than 10 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.

Additional notes

  • The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
  • Children three (3) years old and under are free, but will need to sit on a parent or guardian's lap if there are no available seats.
  • Depending on who is in your group, your tour guide may conduct the activity in multiple languages.
  • Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your start time.
  • The schedule is subject to change depending on transportation and road conditions. Arrival at the final destination may be delayed. In case of delays, additional expenses such as taxi fares or accommodation costs will not be compensated.
  • Please note that due to weather or traffic conditions, the duration of each stop may be shortened or canceled. The order of visit may vary depending on the assigned bus.
  • [Tour Conditions]
    Departure / Return Location: Kyoto
    Tour Type: One-day trip
    Transportation: Chartered bus
    Operating Bus Company: Heisei Enterprise Co., Ltd.
    Meals Included: Breakfast 0 / Lunch 1 / Dinner 0
    Accommodation: Not included
    Minimum Number of Participants: 10 people
    Tour Conductor: Included
  • [Planning and Operation]
    Heisei Enterprise, Inc.
    HEG Building 5F, 5-22-26 Honcho, Shiki-shi, Saitama 353-0004, Japan
    Registered Travel Agency No. 2095 (Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency)
    Certified Travel Service Supervisor: Takao Yanamoto
    Member of Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
  • [Authorized Sales Agent]
    VELTRA Corporation
    Nihon Seimei Nihonbashi Building 5F (Reception 4F),
    2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027, Japan
    Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
    Member of Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Other requirements

  • Please review the travel terms and conditions before applying.(In Japanese)
    https://tour.vipliner.biz/yakkan/kokunai/
  • Please review the terms and conditions before applying.(In Japanese)
    https://tour.vipliner.biz/yakkan/yakkan/shusai.pdf

Operated by

HEISEI ENTERPRISE,Inc.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation until your booking is confirmed.

  • 8-11 business days before (by 5:00 PM local time): 20%
  • 2-8 business days before (by 5:00 PM local time): 30%
  • 1-2 business days before (by 5:00 PM local time): 40%
  • After 5:00 PM the day before / No-show: 100%

Changes

The same conditions as the cancellation policy apply to reservation changes.

Reviews

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天の橋立
Posted Date: 2026/04/27
わお
天気も良く、添乗員の方の親切な対応が非常良かったです。遊覧船での周りの景色が非常に良くつい写真を撮らせていただきました。
ガイドさんの質が高い
Posted Date: 2026/03/26
りる
間違ってこちらのインバウンド向けのツアーを申し込んでしまい、少し心配していましたが、英語・中国語・日本語を流暢に操り、親切で責任感の強いガイドさんでした。ツアー自体も内容が充実して、ほかの天橋立日帰りツアーにない「美山かやぶきの里」の散策も入っているので、大満足の1日でした。
強いて言えば、ツアー詳細に載せてる「会席料理」の写真は食べたものと違ったので、実際に提供される料理の写真を載せるべきかなと思いました。
ガイドさんが丁寧でした
Posted Date: 2026/05/03
爆裂くん
ガイドさんが中国の方でしたが、フレンドリーで親しみ深く、とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。また利用したいと思います。

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