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Kyoto Day Trip Bus Tour: Kinkaku-ji, Arashiyama, and Kiyomizu-dera from Kyoto

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4.50· 2 reviews

Highlights

Visit Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Sanjusangendo in one day
Enjoy a "Kyoto pork and tofu dish" in a historic townhouse
Experience 120 minutes of free exploration in scenic Arashiyama
English-speaking guide included for international guests

What to expect

Enjoy a luxurious day tour of Kyoto's World Heritage sites, including Kinkaku-ji, Sanjusangendo, and Kiyomizu-dera, with free time in Arashiyama. Relish a "Kyoto pork and tofu dish" lunch in a historic townhouse.

What's included

The admission fees for Kinkaku-ji and Sanjusangendo
Lunch
Bus fare
English-speaking guide

Packages (3)

Schedule

09:10
Meet and check-in at Kyoto VIP Lounge
09:20
Departure
Check-in closes 10 minutes before departure.
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Kinkaku-ji
Explore the iconic golden pavilion, a symbol of Kitayama culture, overlooking the Mirror Pond. The garden is a designated special historic site and scenic beauty.
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Arashiyama
Stroll through the famous Bamboo Grove, a 400-meter path offering seasonal beauty alongside the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge.
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Lunch
Enjoy Kyoto tofu dishes in a townhouse over 120 years old.
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Sanjusangendo
Visit this National Treasure, known for its 120-meter wooden structure and 1001 statues of Kannon, offering a unique glimpse into history and Buddhist art.
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Kiyomizu-dera
Discover this historic temple from the Nara period, a UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for its "stage" and stunning seasonal views, especially cherry blossoms and autumn leaves.
17:30
Tour ends at Kyoto VIP Lounge

Location and Directions

Check-in / Check-out
Kyoto VIP Lounge
Terada Building 1F, 6 Nishikujō Toriiguchichō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Japan, 〒601-8417

Restrictions

Children up to 3 years old can join for free but must sit on a guardian's lap as no bus seat is provided.
Free rides for infants are limited to one per adult. If there are two or more infants, child fares must be paid for the additional children.
Children cannot ride alone; they must be accompanied by an adult.
If less than 10 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.

Additional notes

There will be an English speaking guide for this activity.
Stay times might be shortened or canceled due to weather or congestion, and the itinerary order may vary by bus. Any taxi or accommodation costs due to delayed return will not be covered.
Vehicle size may be adjusted based on the number of participants and circumstances on the day.
Depending on the number of participants, both English and Chinese commentary may be provided on the same bus.
Commentary will be provided on the bus. Once at the tourist spots, you can explore at your own pace.
The color of the leaves may vary depending on the season.
There may be instances where the tour operates together with the Chinese language course.
<Travel Conditions>
Departure/Return Location: Kyoto VIP Lounge
Duration: Day trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus Operator: Heisei Enterprise, Inc.
Meals: Breakfast 0, Lunch 1, Dinner 0
Accommodation: None
Minimum Participants: 10 people
Tour Conductor: Included
<Travel Planning/Execution>
Heisei Enterprise, Inc.
5th Floor, HEG Building, 5-22-26 Honcho, Shiki City, Saitama 353-0004
Registered Travel Agency No. 2095 by the Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
Travel Supervisors: Akito Yamauchi / Takao Yanagimoto
Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
<Authorized Sales>
VELTRA Corporation
Address: 5th Floor (Reception on 4th Floor), Nippon Life Nihonbashi Building, 2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027
Tokyo Metropolitan Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Other requirements

Please arrive and check in at least 10 minutes before the departure time.
Please check the travel conditions before applying.
https://tour.vipliner.biz/yakkan/kokunai/
旅行条件書.pdf
Please check the terms and conditions before applying.
https://tour.vipliner.biz/yakkan/yakkan/shusai.pdf
旅行業約款.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 when making changes to the reservation.

Reviews

4.50

2 reviews

時間に余裕がない

Posted Date: 2025/10/13

moto

各箇所、3カ所がベストかと思われる。座ってゆっくりする時間がない。ただ、いいとこ取りなら、いいツアーだとおもう。

英語ツアーとても楽しかったです

Posted Date: 2026/04/11

けいちゃん

京都の文化財巡り　金閣寺、嵐山、三十三間堂、清水寺　日帰りツアーに参加しました。カナダ人の夫の為に英語ツアーに参加。日本人家族が２組、中国人の家族２組、私達夫婦だけの小規模な人数だったのもまとまりがよく良かったかと思います。

バスもゆったりとした席で連休だった為に混雑は予想を超えるものであったにもかかわらず、運転も安心できるもので全く問題はありませんでした。

ツアーガイドさんは最初中国語でガイド始めたのち、英語で私達のガイド、日本語で最後説明と素晴らしい出来でした。感じよく、親しみやすく、感心しまし… 京都の文化財巡り　金閣寺、嵐山、三十三間堂、清水寺　日帰りツアーに参加しました。カナダ人の夫の為に英語ツアーに参加。日本人家族が２組、中国人の家族２組、私達夫婦だけの小規模な人数だったのもまとまりがよく良かったかと思います。

バスもゆったりとした席で連休だった為に混雑は予想を超えるものであったにもかかわらず、運転も安心できるもので全く問題はありませんでした。

ツアーガイドさんは最初中国語でガイド始めたのち、英語で私達のガイド、日本語で最後説明と素晴らしい出来でした。感じよく、親しみやすく、感心しました。順番に偏りが無いよう常に皆とお話ししていてとても感じがよかったです。

ランチのしゃぶしゃぶは、ちょっと期待外れでこれは日本食を食べたことのない外人の為のランチでした。他のバスツアーの客と一斉に食事が始まったため、大人数で小皿は来ないわ、ごはんは鍋がぐつぐつ煮えてから来るわ、ちょっと残念でしたが、ツアーならこんなもんなのか、という感じでした。

でもツアーガイドさんがとてもよかったので、総合的に見てこの値段で効率的にお寺を回れてとても良いと思います。