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Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour of Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji & Kiyomizu-dera from Osaka/Kyoto
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Kyoto 1-Day Bus Tour of Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji & Kiyomizu-dera from Osaka/Kyoto

by Limon Tours

10 hours
Osaka
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10 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Overview

This full-day bus tour lasts about 10 hours and starts from either Osaka or Kyoto, with meeting points at Namba OCAT in Osaka or Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit. The tour begins at Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, where visitors spend about 80 minutes walking through thousands of vermilion torii gates that form winding paths at this important Inari shrine. Next, the bus travels to Arashiyama, allowing approximately 100 minutes to explore the area. After Arashiyama, the tour visits Kinkaku-ji Temple, also called the Golden Pavilion, where guests spend around 45 minutes viewing the gold-leaf covered Zen Buddhist temple and its gardens. The final stop is Kiyomizu-dera Temple, where visitors have about 80 minutes to walk through the nearby Sagano Bamboo Forest and see the Togetsukyo Bridge. Entrance fees to Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera are included. The tour is conducted on an air-conditioned bus with free Wi-Fi and led by an English-speaking guide. Lunch is available if selected in advance. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. The itinerary may change due to traffic or weather conditions. This tour involves walking and is suitable for travelers who can manage moderate physical activity.

Highlights

Visit Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine for about 80 minutes
Explore Arashiyama area with 100 minutes free time
See Kinkaku-ji Temple and its gardens for 45 minutes
Walk through Sagano Bamboo Forest near Kiyomizu-dera
Tour includes entrance fees to Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera
Air-conditioned bus with free Wi-Fi and English guide

What's included

Lunch if the option is selected
English-speaking guide throughout the tour
Entrance tickets to Kinkaku-ji and Kiyomizu-dera Temples
Air-conditioned bus with free Wi-Fi

What's not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

1

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

The tour starts at Fushimi Inari Taisha, the main shrine among over 30,000 Inari shrines in Japan. Visitors spend about 80 minutes exploring the site, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form winding paths. The shrine is dedicated to the gods of agriculture and is an important cultural and spiritual location.

80 min

2

Arashiyama

At Arashiyama, guests have around 100 minutes to explore the area. This stop does not include visiting Kiyomizu-dera Temple or Otowa Waterfall. Visitors can enjoy the natural scenery and local shops in the district.

100 min

3

Kinkakuji Temple

The tour continues to Kinkaku-ji Temple, also known as the Golden Pavilion. Visitors spend about 45 minutes viewing the gold-leaf covered Zen Buddhist temple and its surrounding gardens.

45 min

4

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

The final stop is Kiyomizu-dera Temple, where visitors have approximately 80 minutes. The time includes a walk through the nearby Sagano Bamboo Forest and a view of Togetsukyo Bridge. This stop does not include access to Otowa Waterfall or the wooden stage at Kiyomizu-dera.

80 min

Meeting point

Meet in front of Hearton Hotel. Take the Sakurabashi Gate exit from Osaka Station, turn right and walk 3 minutes. The hotel will be on your left. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to departure! Meeting time: 7:50 AM Departure time: 8:00 AM

End point

Meet in front of Hearton Hotel. Take the Sakurabashi Gate exit from Osaka Station, turn right and walk 3 minutes. The hotel will be on your left. Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to departure! Meeting time: 7:50 AM Departure time: 8:00 AM

Languages

Japanese (guide)English (guide)English (written)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children aged 0-2 are free but must sit on an adult's lap; no seat or meal provided
Meeting time at Namba OCAT 1F (near Daiso) is 8:50 AM
Meeting time at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit Tourist Bus Parking is 9:05 AM
Check-in is required 10 minutes before departure; the bus will not wait for late arrivals
Schedule may change due to traffic or weather conditions for safety
Business hours are 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM JST on weekdays; email responses outside these hours are not guaranteed
Halal and vegan meals are not available; book without lunch and bring your own food if needed
Vegetarian meal requests must be made directly with the operator at least 3 days before the tour
Folding strollers are allowed and stored with luggage on the bus
Changes or amendments must be requested at least 24 hours before the tour
This tour requires walking
Total
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