Kyoto Panoramic Day Tour Fushimi Inari Arashiyama and Temples

Kyoto Day Tour from Osaka: Kinkaku-ji, Nijo Castle & Arashiyama

Duration8h - 9h

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, Chinese

Group sizeUp to 40 travelers

Overview

Explore Kyoto’s iconic treasures all in one unforgettable day! Visit the majestic Nijo Castle, walk beneath the golden glow of Kinkaku-ji Temple, and pass through the mesmerizing Thousand Torii Gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine. Stroll the serene Bamboo Forest Trail in Arashiyama, cross the scenic Togetsukyo Bridge, and admire the colorful beauty of the Kimono Forest. This all-in-one tour blends history, culture, and natural beauty—perfect for first-time visitors and photography lovers. Don’t miss the chance to experience Kyoto’s top sights with ease, book your journey today.

Options

Tour From Kyoto

Starting point:
Kyoto Station Hachijoguchi Post Office, ４０ Higashikujo Kamitonodacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8002, Japan

Tour From Osaka

Starting point:
Kintetsu-Nippombashi Station, 1-chōme-18-14 Nipponbashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0073, Japan

What's included

Toll fees
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
Fuel fees
Parking Fees

Admission to Kinkaku-ji Temple
Admission to Nijo Castle
Other personal expenses

What to expect

Pass by

Meeting point Address: Osaka Kintetsu Nihombashi Station (Meet at Exit 2)
Departure Time: 8:00AM

The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Tips: It is recommended that you arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance,
Pass by

Meeting Point Address: JR Central Kyoto Station Hachijōguchi Ekimae Square Sankun Garden

Departure Time: 9:00AM

The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Tips: It is recommended that you arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance,
Nijo Castle
2h · Admission ticket not included

Step into the World Cultural Heritage site of Nijo Castle and explore the unique corridor floors of Ninomaru Palace, which chirp like a nightingale as you walk—an ingenious security feature from ancient times. If the castle is closed (every Tuesday in January, July, August, and December), the tour will visit Heian Jingu Gaien instead.
Arashiyama
3h

Travelers visiting Arashiyama will experience one of Kyoto’s most scenic and culturally rich districts. Begin your journey by walking through the famous Bamboo Grove, where towering stalks sway gently overhead, creating a peaceful and almost otherworldly atmosphere. Stroll across the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge, offering panoramic views of the Katsura River and the surrounding forested mountains.

Visit the Kimono Forest at Arashiyama Station, where hundreds of illuminated kimono-patterned poles create a striking visual display, especially magical in the evening. Depending on your tour, you may also explore Tenryu-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a beautiful Zen garden and historic architecture.
Kinkakuji Temple
1h · Admission ticket not included

Kinkaku-ji Temple, a World Cultural Heritage site built in 1397, features a stunning two-story structure covered in pure gold leaf. Its shimmering reflection on the mirror-like pond creates a breathtaking, picture-perfect scene that has captivated visitors for centuries.
3h

Fushimi Inari Taisha is a sacred site known for blessings of prosperity. Its seemingly endless tunnel of red torii gates forms a mystical pathway, where sunlight filters through and casts shifting shadows on the ground—inviting you into a dreamlike world of wonder and reflection.
A stunning tunnel of thousands of red gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine, symbolizing prosperity and spiritual passage.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Location: JR Central Kyoto Station Hachijōguchi Ekimae Square Sankun Garden
Departure:09:00
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early.
Tour guide info will be emailed by 7:00 PM the day before

Meeting point

Location: Osaka Kintetsu Nihombashi Station (Meet at Exit 2)
Departure:08:00
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early.
Tour guide info will be emailed by 7:00 PM the day before.

End point

Location: JR Central Kyoto Station Hachijōguchi Ekimae Square Sankun Garden
Departure:09:00
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early.
Tour guide info will be emailed by 7:00 PM the day before

End point

Location: Osaka Kintetsu Nihombashi Station (Meet at Exit 2)
Departure:08:00
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early.
Tour guide info will be emailed by 7:00 PM the day before.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes early.
Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount.
Nijo castle is closed (every Tuesday in January, July, August, and December), the tour will visit Heian Jingu Gaien instead.
The Travel Time is also included in the Itinerary.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.