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[Kyoto World Heritage and Popular Attractions Day Trip] Nijo Castle & Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) & Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine's Thousand Torii Gates & Arashiyama Togetsukyo Bridge & Kimono Forest & Bamboo Grove (Departure from Osaka or Kyoto)
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[Kyoto World Heritage and Popular Attractions Day Trip] Nijo Castle & Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) & Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine's Thousand Torii Gates & Arashiyama Togetsukyo Bridge & Kimono Forest & Bamboo Grove (Departure from Osaka or Kyoto)

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  • English-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
  • Toll fees
  • Parking fees
  • Environmental fees
  • Fuel fees

Not included: Admission to Nijo Castle & Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion); Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Friendly reminder: We will send you the tour guide information via email around 6:00 PM the day before the trip, so please check your inbox! Sometimes emails may be misidentified as spam, so please check your spam folder. Thank you. 🙏

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Overview

Kyoto, Japan: A Journey of Exploration in an Ancient Capital, Experiencing the Unique Charm of World Cultural Heritage Stepping into Kyoto, Japan, is like traveling through a time tunnel, instantly immersing oneself in the prosperous age of a thousand years ago. Every brick and tile here is engraved with the vicissitudes of history, telling the story of past glory. Nijo Castle: A Historical Treasure, Exploring the Palace Walk into Nijo Castle, the only palace in the World Cultural Heritage, this palace-style building is breathtaking with its exquisite structure and ingenious garden. Strolling through it, you may want to especially experience the unique corridor floor of the Ninomaru Palace, which makes a sound like a warbler when walking, which is not only a unique landscape in the palace, but also a clever safety measure designed in ancient times to prevent uninvited guests. Arashiyama: A Natural Poem, A Cultural Gem Arashiyama is a green pearl of Kyoto. Here, ancient temples are quiet, and the landscape is beautiful. The Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Path is picturesque, making people feel like they are in a dreamlike fairyland of bamboo. Walking in it, the soul can be quieted, as if integrated with nature. Togetsukyo Bridge: The Charm of Kyoto, A Song of the Four Seasons Togetsukyo Bridge is a landmark view of Kyoto. It spans the river and connects the scenery on both sides. Enjoy the cherry blossoms in spring and the red leaves in autumn, showing different charms in the changing seasons. Standing on the bridge, you can feel the rhythm of Kyoto's four seasons, and the shops and rickshaws on the bridge add a touch of nostalgic Japanese style. Kimono Forest: Kyoto Yuzen Charm, Gorgeous Display The Kimono Forest is a unique world displaying the art of Japanese Kyoto Yuzen kimonos. Hundreds of pillars are decorated with various Kyoto Yuzen kimonos, each of which embodies the wisdom and ingenuity of traditional Japanese textile craftsmanship. Whether gorgeous or simple, it shows the unique charm of the kimono. Kinkaku-ji: Golden Splendor, Architectural Spectacle Kinkaku-ji, a World Cultural Heritage Site, was founded in 1397. The two-story outer walls of this building are covered with pure gold leaf, which still shines brightly after centuries. The golden light reflected in the Mirror Lake is like a breathtaking picture. Fushimi Inari Shrine: Praying for Wealth, Pilgrimage to the Holy Land Fushimi Inari Shrine is a sacred place to pray for wealth. The endless red torii gates are like a magical door leading to mystery and wealth. The sun shines down, and the shadows of the torii gates are mottled on the ground, leading you into a world full of fantasy and infinite reverie. In this journey of exploring Kyoto, we will transform into explorers of history and experiencers of culture. This will be an unforgettable journey, a purification and baptism of the soul.

Highlights

Nijo Castle's Historical Treasures: Step into the only palace within a World Heritage Site, admire the exquisite architecture and ingenious gardens within the castle, and experience the unique corridor floor of Ninomaru Palace, which emits a nightingale-like sound when people walk on it. \n\nArashiyama's Stunning Scenery: Stroll through Arashiyama, admire the picturesque natural scenery, where tranquil waters and serene bamboo forests intertwine, allowing you to immerse yourself in the embrace of nature. \n\nNonomiya Shrine for Wishes: Explore Nonomiya Shrine, a sacred place to pray for beautiful love, health, and happiness, feel the solemnity and mystery of Japanese shrines, make wishes, and look forward to sweet love and a happy life. \n\nTogetsukyo Bridge for Timeless Photos: Stand on Togetsukyo Bridge, admire the changing scenery of Arashiyama in all four seasons, and feel the unique atmosphere of old Japan. \n\nBamboo Forest Path Stroll: Wander through the bamboo forest path, listen to the rustling of bamboo leaves, and feel the freshness and tranquility, as if stepping into another world. \n\nKimono Forest Experience: Step into the Kimono Forest, admire hundreds of pillars covered with exquisite kimonos, and personally experience the unique charm of Japanese traditional culture. \n\nKinkaku-ji Temple's Golden Splendor: Explore Kinkaku-ji Temple, a World Heritage Site, with its two-story exterior covered in pure gold leaf, shining brightly, and its unique architectural style is breathtaking. \n\nFushimi Inari-taisha Shrine for Blessings: Visit Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, a sacred place to pray for wealth and career success, and pray for your family's career success and embark on a journey of good luck. \n\nThousand Torii Gates Exploration: Stroll through the endless red Thousand Torii Gates corridor, feel the mysterious and solemn atmosphere, and check in at Kyoto's must-see destination. \n\nCome join our Kyoto panoramic day trip, one trip, multiple experiences, allowing you to fully appreciate the charm and customs of Japan's ancient capital.

What's included

English-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Toll fees
Parking fees
Environmental fees
Fuel fees

What's not included

Admission to Nijo Castle & Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Friendly reminder: We will send you the tour guide information via email around 6:00 PM the day before the trip, so please check your inbox! Sometimes emails may be misidentified as spam, so please check your spam folder. Thank you. 🙏

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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Departure: Meet the operator at 08:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Friendly reminder: We recommend arriving at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance. Thank you. 😊 We will send you the tour guide information via email around 18:00 the day before departure, so please check your inbox! Sometimes emails may be misidentified as spam, so please check your spam folder as well. Thank you. 🙏. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time Departure: Meet the operator at 09:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Friendly reminder: We recommend arriving at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance. Thank you. 😊 We will send you the tour guide information via email around 18:00 the day before departure, so please check your inbox! Sometimes emails may be misidentified as spam, so please check your spam folder as well. Thank you. 🙏. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Nijō Castle, Nijō Castle, Step into Nijo Castle, a World Heritage Site, and experience the unique corridor floors of Ninomaru Palace. The floors make a sound like a nightingale singing when walked upon, a distinctive feature that also served as a security measure in ancient times. If it is closed, visit Heian Shrine Garden instead (closed every Tuesday in January, July, August, and December, and from December 26 to January 3). [Attraction/experience] 2 hour(s), Self-guided, Tenryū-ji Temple, Arashiyama, Kimono Forest, Sagano Bamboo Forest, Togetsukyō Bridge, Nonomiya-jinja Shrine, Strolling along the Togetsukyo Bridge and through the bamboo forest in Arashiyama feels like stepping into a flowing painting of ancient Kyoto's charm 🍁. Entering the Kimono Forest and admiring the hundreds of pillars covered in exquisite kimonos allows you to experience the unique charm of Japanese traditional culture and capture precious photos of wonderful memories 👘. [Attraction/experience] 40 min(s), Self-guided, Kinkakuji Temple, Kinkaku-ji, a World Cultural Heritage site, was originally built in 1397. The exterior walls of this building's two stories are covered in pure gold leaf, and it continues to shine brilliantly even after centuries. The golden glow reflected in the Mirror Lake is like a breathtaking painting. [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 10 min(s), Self-guided, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Senbon Torii, The Senbon Torii (thousands of torii gates) actually consist of over ten thousand gates, stretching endlessly, creating a spectacular and mysterious sight! Stepping inside feels like entering another world. Fushimi Inari Shrine is also a sacred place to pray for wealth, so don't forget to pray here for career success and embark on a journey of good fortune! 💰 [Return] 17:30 - 18:30, at [Kyoto Station,]() Guests staying in Kyoto can get off at Kyoto Station. [Return] 18:30 - 19:30, at [Kintetsu Nipponbashi Station (Osaka),]() After getting off at Nihonbashi, you can shop and find delicious food in Shinsaibashi and Dotonbori on your own. Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Prohibitions & Limitations This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility This activity is not recommended for pregnant women This activity is not recommended for anyone with certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure, epilepsy, etc. Accessibility Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount Child seats are not available This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible Vehicle & luggage info Luggage allowance: 2 pieces of standard-sized luggages
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