Guided Tours

From Kyoto/Osaka: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu Temple Area, & Fushimi-Inari Shrine Guided Day Tour

Name: From Kyoto/Osaka: Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu Temple Area, & Fushimi-Inari Shrine Guided Day Tour
Start: 2024-11-17T08:30:00
End: 2024-11-17T18:30:00
Location: Nippombashi Station

Tourists in traditional kimonos at Kinkakuji Temple, Kyoto, during a guided day tour.

Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto with traditional pagoda and cherry blossoms in view.

Kinkakuji Temple with golden pavilion surrounded by lush gardens in Kyoto, Japan.

Visit Kyoto’s most famous temples - Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Fushimi Inari Shrine, on a comprehensive guided day tour offering return transfers.

Highlights

An expert guide will introduce you to Kyoto’s cultural heritage on a tour of 3 iconic landmarks, including the gold leaf covered Kinkakuji temple.
You’ll get free time at the Kiyomizu Temple area. Rent a kimono and stroll along the ancient streets, and savor Kyoto-style lunch (own expense).
Feel at peace at the Fushimi Inari Shrine, a favorite among foreign visitors courtesy of the thousands of scarlet torii gates covering a hiking trail.
For added flexibility and ease of access, the tour offers a choice of pick-up between Kyoto Station and Nipponbashi Osaka.
Fun Fact: The main hall of Kiyomizu-dera was built without using a single metal nail, a testament of traditional Japanese carpentry skills.

Inclusions

Day tour to Kinkakuji, Kiyomizu Temple Area, & Fushimi-Inari Shrine
English / Japanese / Chinese-speaking guide
Return transfers from Nipponbashi, Osaka / Kyoto Station
Travel in air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions

Entry fees to Kinkakuji
Kimono rental
Food and drinks
Personal expenses

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Your experience

A journey through Kyoto’s cultural splendor

Choose your preferred starting point in Kyoto or Osaka and set out to discover the former city’s historical and architectural treasures. A comfortable, air-conditioned conveyance takes you to Kinkakuji or Golden Pavilion, a Zen temple whose top 2 floors are adorned in gold leaf. The beautiful temple has been burned down several times in history, and stands proud as a symbol of resilience.

After noon, you'll find yourself in Kiyomizu-dera precinct. One of the temple’s highlights is the wooden stage that offers captivating views of the city. At your own expense, you can don a traditional Kimono for an authentic feel of Japanese culture and partake of local delicacies for lunch. Wander through traditional pedestrian alleyways like Nineizaka and Sanneizaka that connect the temple neighborhood, and check out the souvenir shops lined along them.

A walk through torii gates

Your final destination is the Fushimi Inari Shrine dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice and agriculture. It is well-known for Senbon Torii ("thousands of torii gates"). The gates are donations from individuals and companies, a custom that dates as far back as the Edo period starting in 1603. You will find several fox statues on the shrine grounds, as they are considered to be Inari’s messengers. Take a moment to pray for the well-being of family and friends before starting the return journey to your chosen departure point.

Itinerary

8:30am / 9:50am - Pick-up from Nipponbashi / Kyoto Station
10:30am - Kinkakuji (price excluded), ~40 mins
12pm - Kiyomizu Temple Area, ~3 hours including lunch time, free time
3:30pm - Fushimi-Inari Taisha Shrine, ~70 mins, free time
5pm - Start return journey

Know before you go

What to bring

It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes. Check the forecast and dress according to the weather.
It is recommended to bring a hat, sunscreen, water bottle, and a camera.

Additional note

If you want to rent a kimono, you can choose kimono shops including Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine. It is recommended that you borrow from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and return to Fushimi Inari Shrine.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.