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Kyoto Highlights: Arashiyama, Pavilion, Fushimi
4.7
62 Ratings
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Explore Kyoto’s iconic landmarks in one day with our exclusive bus tour. Discover Nijo Castle, Bamboo Forest, and more with ease and expertise.
Explore Kyoto’s iconic landmarks in one day with our exclusive bus tour. Discover Nijo Castle, Bamboo Forest, and more with ease and expertise.
Duration:
9 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kyoto - Start your journey by leaving the vibrant city of Kyoto, heading towards some of the area’s most renowned attractions.
- Arashiyama Kimono Forest - Your first destination is the magical Bamboo Grove in Arashiyama, where you can wander through towering bamboo stalks that create a peaceful and otherworldly ambiance. Enjoy the natural…
- Kyoto - Start your journey by leaving the vibrant city of Kyoto, heading towards some of the area’s most renowned attractions.
- Arashiyama Kimono Forest - Your first destination is the magical Bamboo Grove in Arashiyama, where you can wander through towering bamboo stalks that create a peaceful and otherworldly ambiance. Enjoy the natural sights and sounds as you walk along the winding paths, ideal for photography and meditation.
- Kinkakuji Temple - After experiencing the calm of Arashiyama, proceed to the magnificent Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion. This breathtaking Zen Buddhist temple is adorned with brilliant gold leaf, beautifully reflecting in the surrounding pond. Take time to explore the meticulously landscaped gardens and learn about the temple’s rich history.
- Nijo Castle - Next, visit Nijo Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens. Stroll through the castle grounds and discover the famous Ninomaru Palace, known for its “nightingale floors” that chirp when walked upon, designed to guard against intruders. Immerse yourself in the historical significance of this former shogun residence.
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple - Continue your adventure to Kiyomizu-dera, a historic temple perched on a hillside offering breathtaking views of the city below. Marvel at the wooden stage that extends over the hillside, surrounded by cherry and maple trees. Visit the main hall and the sacred Otowa Waterfall, where you can drink from the streams for health, longevity, and success. Before visiting Kiyomizu-dera Temple, enjoy free time for lunch.
- Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine - Then, head to Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates forming a stunning mountain pathway. Enjoy free time before walking through the iconic gates, reaching the main shrine and beyond, while taking in the serene scenery and spiritual atmosphere, with smaller shrines along the way.
- Kyoto - Conclude your tour by returning to your meeting point, reflecting on the incredible sights and experiences of the day. You will have explored the natural beauty, rich history, and cultural significance of some of Kyoto’s most cherished landmarks.
What's Included
- Admission to Golden Pavilion
- Admission to Kiyomizu-dera
- Admission to Nijo Castle
- Bilingual English/Spanish guide
- Transportation from the meeting point
- Admission to Golden Pavilion
- Admission to Kiyomizu-dera
- Admission to Nijo Castle
- Bilingual English/Spanish guide
- Transportation from the meeting point
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Lunch
Additional Information
Experience the highlights of Kyoto in just one day with our exclusive bus tour! Unlike other tours, this one takes you to all the essential landmarks, including the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, the stunning Golden Pavilion, and the famous Fushimi Inari Taisha with its endless red torii gates.
Enjoy smooth transportation and the expertise of a…
Experience the highlights of Kyoto in just one day with our exclusive bus tour! Unlike other tours, this one takes you to all the essential landmarks, including the enchanting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, the stunning Golden Pavilion, and the famous Fushimi Inari Taisha with its endless red torii gates.
Enjoy smooth transportation and the expertise of a professional guide as you delve into Kyoto’s rich history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes without any stress. From the tranquil beauty of Nijo Castle’s gardens to the sweeping views at Kiyomizu-dera, this tour provides a comprehensive and unforgettable adventure.
Location
31 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō
Please meet the guide at the meeting point, outside the Hotel Keihan Kyoto Grande. The guide will be waiting with a sign of Amigo Tours. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the departure time for the check-in.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(62 Ratings)
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Bertk663
Mar 27, 2025
Kyoto Tour - Everyone was well informed. Answered questions well. We had a great time. We wish we had more time to spend at each location we visited.
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Marianm85
Mar 27, 2025
Essential - Tour essential to know the most emblematic places of kioto. The guides (angels and Alejandro) were very friendly and even recommended local restaurants. We had a great day!
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107nunad
Mar 26, 2025
A highly recommended experience - The experience was very complete and very well organized. In a very practical way it reached all the points of greatest interest.
The guides, Vicente and Hector were great
Kita san or Kitado san, unfortunately we don't remember the driver's name well, it was very kind
Highly recommended
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Adventure37115592885
Mar 26, 2025
Good job - Hector and Vicente did a great job. Very friendly and a wealth of information. Thank you for such great service the stops were amazing. It felt like a very full day the perfect stops.
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Josephwilliamp683
Mar 26, 2025
Travel experience in Kyoto - An amazing experience, I loved the tour, the times are perfect to meet. The guides are very good offer you very complete information.
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Quest58861684682
Mar 27, 2025
Lovely guides Alekhandro and Angeles - Good timing and key spots
They gave us space to go around each key location post giving us all tips and info. No rush but enough time to do what we want on our own as well
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Cabisamb
Mar 27, 2025
Worthwhile Way to Sample Kyoto - Angeles and Alejandro were great. Very helpful and knowledgeable. They did a seamless transition between English and Spanish throughout.
The stops were great but note that they’re all very popular. Hence, we liked that it started early since at least the first stop was emptier and more relaxing. By the time we reached the second stop everything was crowded.
Also note that there is a lot of walking. Partly because of how far the main interest points are from the entrance gates and partly because the bus can only get so close (cars and metro will get closer to some of the stops.)
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David
Mar 26, 2025
Kyoto day tour - Vicente and Hector were very nice and personable. Vicente was very knowledgeable at all the sites we stopped at. They both made sure everyone understood the rules and how important it was to be on time at all the stops. It is nice that they are bilingual and I would highly recommend for both English and Spanish speakers.
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Cristinabr2488hn
Mar 27, 2025
Terrible experience – Unprofessional and disappointing - I rarely write negative reviews, but our experience with Amigos Tours in Kyoto was frustrating from start to finish. The customer service was shockingly poor, and the guides displayed very little knowledge of the sites we were visiting. We expected historical insight and cultural context, but what we got felt like vague commentary with little substance.
To make matters worse, they were aggressively pushing for tips and online reviews throughout the day, which made the whole experience uncomfortable. It felt more like a hustle than a guided tour.
One particular moment stood out—they recommended a dirty burger joint for lunch, claiming it was “fast” and convenient. Thankfully, we trusted our instincts and sought out our own dining option, which turned out to be an incredible Japanese meal in the heart of Kyoto. Had we followed their advice, we would’ve missed one of the best parts of our day.
Kyoto deserves better representation than what Amigos Tours provided. I would not recommend them to anyone looking for a meaningful or professional tour experience in Japan.
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Luiscp2189yn
Mar 26, 2025
The worst experience of the trip. - We’ve never had a worse experience than taking a tour with these “amigos”. Their expertise on the subject matter at hand was thin, their attitude towards their customers was rude, they repeatedly asked for tips in a country where that is considered quite rude and were even confrontational to an unnerving degree to simple questions by our fellow travelers. We’ve traveled extensively through Europe and Asia, taking endless tours of every place imaginable and nothing we’ve encountered even compares with the service provided by these jokers. Not only did they neglect doing their homework, they actively denied people of the tiniest opportunity to enjoy what Japan had to offer with their crass outlook. On top of that, they exhibited a degree of neglect that almost bordered on open hostility. Needless to say, we will tell all our friends and family to avoid them at all costs. Thanks for ruining our vacation, “amigos”!
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