Kyoto Top Highlights 1 Day Bus Tour with Geisha Show Included

Kyoto, Japan
Duration8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 40 travelers

Overview

Discover the best of Kyoto in one perfectly organized day with this comfortable and efficient guided tour. Instead of navigating complex transport and scattered sights on your own, relax as we take you smoothly between Kyoto’s must-see temples, shrines, and scenic districts. Travel by air-conditioned coach, enjoy included admission tickets, and experience iconic highlights such as historic hillside temples, tranquil Zen gardens, atmospheric bamboo groves, and vibrant shrine pathways. With expert guidance and a well-paced itinerary that maximizes sightseeing while minimizing travel time, this tour is the ideal way to experience Kyoto’s rich culture, history, and beauty—stress-free and unforgettable.

After your tour, join a geisha show in one of the five geisha districts in Kyoto. With only around 50 maikos (apprentice geisha) left in Kyoto, this is a one in a lifetime experience

What's included

  • 1 Hour Geisha Show
  • English-Speaking Guide
  • Admission for Fushimi Inari Taisha
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

  1. Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
    1h
    Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of Japan’s most popular shrines, best known for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates forming scenic pathways up Mount Inari. Dedicated to the deity of prosperity and success, visitors can walk through the gates at their own pace, making this an unforgettable and flexible experience to conclude the day.
  2. Arashiyama
    1h
    Visit Arashiyama, towered over the bamboos, and enjoy lunch after this visit
  3. Kinkakuji Temple
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is one of Kyoto’s most famous landmarks. Covered in gold leaf, the stunning pavilion reflects beautifully on the surrounding pond, creating a picture-perfect scene. This World Heritage site symbolizes the elegance of classical Japanese aesthetics.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us outside of the Tullys Coffee, a 3 minute walk from Kyoto Station.
Our guide will be holding a sign that says GuideMe Japan.

Please arrive 5-10 minutes early.

End point

This is where the geisha show will take place.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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