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Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English-Speaking Guide to Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama and Kinkakuji
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Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English-Speaking Guide to Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama and Kinkakuji

by GuideMe Japan

5 hours
Kyoto
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5 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
¥22,608¥25,120Save 10%
2 adults × ¥11,304
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This early morning tour in Kyoto lasts about five and a half hours, with a possible variation of up to thirty minutes depending on conditions. An English-speaking guide accompanies guests throughout the tour. There are two options: a walking tour and a bus tour. The walking tour involves approximately 12,000 steps and uses public transportation between locations. The group size for the walking tour is limited to eight guests. The bus tour stops at each destination and includes guided commentary, accommodating up to forty guests. The tour visits three main sites in this order: Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, Arashiyama, and Kinkakuji (the Golden Temple). At Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, guests spend about one hour walking through thousands of red torii gates. The next stop is Arashiyama, where about one hour is allotted, including time to visit the bamboo grove. The final stop is Kinkakuji, with around one hour to explore the temple grounds. Travel time between stops is included in the total tour duration. Public transportation fares, entrance fees, and meals are not included in the price. A WhatsApp-accessible phone number must be provided at booking. Late arrivals cannot join the tour, and no refunds are given.

Highlights

Early morning start to avoid crowds
Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama and Kinkakuji
Choice of walking tour or bus tour format
English-speaking guide included
Tour duration about 5 to 6 hours
Group size up to 8 for walking, 40 for bus

What's included

Service of an English-speaking guide

What's not included

Public transportation costs (approximately 1240 yen)
Meals and drinks
Entry fees to attractions

Itinerary

1

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

Spend about one hour at Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of red torii gates. The visit allows walking through these gates, which form a distinctive path up the mountain.

60 min

2

Arashiyama

At Arashiyama, you have around one hour to visit the bamboo grove where tall bamboo stalks create a quiet setting. This stop offers photographic opportunities and a chance to explore this well-known natural area.

60 min

3

Kinkakuji

The visit to Kinkakuji, also called the Golden Temple, lasts approximately one hour. You will see the temple’s gold-covered exterior and its surrounding gardens.

60 min

Meeting point

This is for the Bus Tour Option, the walking tour option meets at Kyoto Station Central Gate.

End point

Meet spot: Kyoto Station Central Ticket Gate, the big gate of JR lines on ground floor, on the north side where Kyoto Tower is located. Please arrive at the 10 minutes early. There is a seven eleven right next to it. Link for seven eleven: https://g.co/kgs/k4fpgH3

Languages

Korean (guide)English (guide)

Cancellation policy

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

Additional info

1–8 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
A moderate level of fitness is needed
Travel time between stops is included in the total duration of the tour.
Total
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