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Kyoto Uji Half Day Walking Tour with Tea Ceremony Experience
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Kyoto Uji Half Day Walking Tour with Tea Ceremony Experience

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4h 10m
Kyoto
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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all
  • Admission to attractions
  • English-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers

Not included: Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Tips and gratuities

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Overview

Discover the enchanting town of Uji on this immersive 4-hour walking tour led by a National Government Licensed English Guide. Visit the ancient Uji Bridge, built in the 7th century, and enjoy beautiful views from its special viewing spot. Experience a real Japanese tea ceremony where you'll learn to prepare traditional matcha or sencha tea. Explore the stunning Byodo-in Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site whose Phoenix Hall appears on Japan's 10-yen coin. This tour combines Japan's tea culture with historic temples for an authentic cultural experience. For those who wish to explore Nara after the half-day tour, optionally select our 1-Day Kyoto & Nara tour, which includes visits to Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Todai-ji Temple, and Nara Park in the afternoon.

Highlights

Explore the picturesque area around Uji Bridge and the World Heritage Site Byodo-in Temple
Experience an authentic tea ceremony in the Birthplace of Japanese Tea
Discover the historic charm of Uji with a knowledgeable National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Optional afternoon Nara sightseeing can be added to extend your cultural journey

What's included

Admission to attractions
English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers

What's not included

Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

Up to 12 travelers
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[Departure] 08:20, meet up at Kyoto Avanti. Address: B1F AVANTI, Higashikujo Nishisannocho 31, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8003 AVANTI is located directly across from the Hachijo Exit of Kyoto Station. After the meet-up, walk to JR Kyoto Station. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] Kyoto Station, Travel by JR rapid or local train, using non-reserved seats from Kyoto station to Uji station [Transportation] By train [Attraction/experience] Uji Station [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] 5 min(s), Guided tour, Uji Bridge, One of the oldest bridges built sometime in the 7th century. A small protrusion off one side of the bridge known as san-no-ma offers great views [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] 10 min(s), Nakanoshima Park, The two islands floating in the Uji River - Tō-no-shima and Tachibana-shima - are collectively known as "Naka-no-shima" (Middle Island). Enjoy the panoramic view amid the mountains [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] 20 min(s), Guided tour, Taihoan, Enjoy an authentic tea ceremony in Uji, a famous tea town known as the birthplace of Japanese tea [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] 50 min(s), Guided tour, Byodo-in, A Heian-era temple with a Buddha statue and garden, this UNESCO World Heritage site is part of Kyoto's historic monuments. Its famous Phoenix Hall appears on the 10 yen coin [Transportation] By walking [Attraction/experience] Uji Station, Travel by JR rapid or local train, using non-reserved seats from Uji Station to Kyoto station [Transportation] By train [Return] 12:10 - 12:30, at Kyoto Station, The tour ends after arriving at Kyoto Station. Please head to your next destination on your own Day {num}
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with tea ceremony. If tea ceremony is required, please make a booking under the child rate Children aged 12+ will be charged the same rate as adults
This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate Public transportation will be used on this tour. All trains have non-reserved seats. Please note that seating is not guaranteed The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations The tour may not be able to enter the Phoenix Hall at Byodo-in Temple in case of congestion. In this case, JPY 300 will be refunded at the location This is not a bus tour. Sightseeing will be conducted on foot. Please participate in shoes which are easy to walk in The tour may be unable to drop by Nakanoshima Park in case of high water level in the Uji River, etc The tea ceremony experience may vary between tea-ceremony procedures with matcha green tea and tea-ceremony procedures with sencha green tea depending on the day. Selections may not be made. Also, this may be conducted with other customers The tea experience will be held in a tatami room, so please wear socks Recording videos is not allowed in the tea room Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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