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Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Byōdō-in from Kyoto/Osaka

Kyoto10 hours

About this experience

Depart from Kyoto or Osaka for a seamless day exploring the timeless beauty of Kyoto and Uji. Discover the golden splendor of Kinkaku-ji, the iconic hillside views of Kiyomizu-dera, and the charming streets of Ninenzaka and Yasaka Kōshin-dō Temple. Continue to Uji, where you can stroll along the scenic river, explore Byodo-in Omotesando, and admire the historic Byodo-in Temple and Uji Shrine, enjoying a peaceful blend of tradition, nature, and classic Japanese scenery.

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What’s included

  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All taxes, parking, fuel, and handling fees
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet-up location

Not included

  • Admission to Kiyomizu-dera Temple & Kinkaku-ji Temple & Byodo-in Temple
  • Food and beverages
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

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    Tour itinerary

    You may choose to disembark in either Osaka or Kyoto at the end of the tour. Just let us know your drop-off preference when booking. Meeting Point : 8:00 AM from Exit 2, Kintetsu Nippombashi Station, Osaka. 9:00 AM from Kyoto Station Hachijo Entrance Square Sunken Garden Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to departure. Regardless of your boarding location, you may choose to disembark in either Osaka or Kyoto at the end of the tour. Just let us know your drop-off preference when booking. Itinerary Highlights Kinkaku-ji (about 40 minutes)Visit the Golden Pavilion, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994. Admire its brilliant gold exterior shining under sunlight and reflected beautifully in the surrounding pond. Kiyomizu-dera area(about 2.5 hours): Walk on the famous wooden stage and enjoy panoramic city view Ninenzaka & Sannenzaka: Explore traditional streets with historic architecture. Yasaka Koshin-do: Visit this popular and colorful photo spot. Uji Area (about 1.5 hours): Uji River : Enjoy calm riverside scenic views Uji Shrine: Visit a peaceful historic shrine surrounded by nature, offering a quiet glimpse into Uji's spiritual heritage. Byodo-in Temple: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage landmark. Finally, we'll return you comfortably to your preferred city: either Osaka or Kyoto.Just let us know your drop-off preference when booking.

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Difficulty
Easy
Languages
British English, German, Portuguese, Bulgarian, Lithuanian, French, Latin American Spanish, Chinese (Hong Kong SAR China), Chinese (Taiwan), Indonesian, Swedish, Korean, Greek, English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Czech, Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, American English, Japanese, Danish, Dutch, Turkish

Know before you go

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Umbrella
  • Water
  • Comfortable clothes

Cancellation policy

This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.

Refund Policy

Meeting point

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8:00 AM Meeting Point: Exit 2, Kintetsu Nippombashi Station,Osaka

Address
1 Chome-3 Nipponbashi, Osaka, 5420073, JP
How you meet
Meet on location
Coordinates
34.66701, 135.50482
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Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Byōdō-in from Kyoto/Osaka — Holidayys