Kyoto's Greatest Hits: The Essential Highlights

Pressed for time but still want to experience the magic of Kyoto? Join us on a fast-paced, immersive tour through the city’s greatest highlights. From the towering bamboo groves of Arashiyama to the shimmering beauty of Kinkakuji, the sacred red gates of Fushimi Inari, and the stunning views from Kiyomizu-dera, this is the perfect way to see Kyoto’s must-visit sites in just one unforgettable day.

￥10,750 per person

*price is for 4 pax

• Private tour

• Up to 8 PAX

• Recommended start time: 8:30 am

• Duration: 8 hours

• Free for children under 12 years old

Kyoto

Walking Tour

Public Transportation

• English

• Spanish

• Catalan

Private Tour

• Filipino

• Bisaya

• Japanese

Description

Explore the best of Kyoto in a day!

For travelers with limited time but eager to see Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks, this full-day tour condenses the city’s greatest treasures into one unforgettable experience. Your journey begins in the tranquil Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, perfect for a peaceful morning stroll. Next, we’ll head to the shimmering Golden Pavilion, Kinkakuji, where you’ll witness the stunning beauty of its gold-leafed exterior reflecting in the calm waters of its surrounding gardens.

After that, you'll experience the mystical allure of Fushimi Inari Shrine, famous for its endless path of vermilion torii gates that climb the Mount Inari. This sacred site offers a glimpse into Japan’s ancient spiritual traditions while providing a unique and immersive walking experience. Finally, the tour concludes at Kiyomizu-dera, a historic temple perched on the hillside, offering breathtaking views over Kyoto and showcasing the architectural beauty that has stood the test of time.

Whether you’re seeking history, nature, or cultural immersion, this tour provides a complete snapshot of Kyoto’s most essential highlights. Ideal for those with just one day to explore, it’s a seamless journey through the best the city has to offer.

Itinerary

Arashiyama Bamboo Forest

A mesmerizing grove where towering bamboo stalks create a lush, green canopy. Walking through this serene forest offers a tranquil escape and a unique, immersive experience amid nature's beauty.

Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavillion)

A stunning Zen temple in Kyoto, famous for its gold-leaf-covered exterior that reflects beautifully in the surrounding pond.

Fushimi Inari Taisha

Fushimi Inari Taisha is a renowned shrine in Kyoto, famous for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates that create a winding path up the forested Mount Inari.

Kiyomizu Temple

A historic UNESCO World Heritage site in Kyoto, famous for its wooden stage that offers panoramic views of the city and its vibrant autumn foliage.

Higashiyama District

A charming historic area near Kiyomizudera, with traditional streets, tea houses and well-preserved temples offering a glimpse of old Kyoto.

Entrance Ticket Prices

• Kinkaku-ji ￥500

• Kiyomizu dera ￥500

Estimated Transportation Expenses

In this tour, we will use train and bus. The average price per person is ￥1550.

The average meal cost is around ￥2,000 per person.

What's Not Included?

Entrance ticket prices, transportation costs, and estimated meal expenses

Estimated Meal Expenses

What's Included?

Guide in your chosen language and an 8-hour private tour

Meeting Point

Meeting point is at 7-Eleven.Heart-In JR Kyoto Station Central Entrance Store.

How to get there

When you arrive at JR Kyoto Station, exit the CENTRAL ticket gates and head towards the Kyoto Tower side. There, you'll find the convenience store.

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Landmark/s

The convenience store is the opposite side of JR ticketing machines

If you wish to be picked up and dropped off at the hotel feel free to inform us.