Begin your day with a pickup from Kyoto Station. Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned bus to Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Admire panoramic views of the city from the temple's terrace and learn about its history from your guide.
Next, visit Sanjusangendo Temple, known for its 1,001 statues of Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. Marvel at the temple's long wooden hall, the longest in Japan, and discover its significance.
Continue to the Sagano Arashiyama area, where you'll enjoy a Japanese buffet lunch made with seasonal ingredients. After lunch, take a stroll through the famous Sagano Bamboo Forest, a serene and picturesque setting.
Pass through the bamboo grove to reach Tenryu-ji Temple, another World Heritage Site. Explore its beautiful Japanese garden, which changes with the seasons.
Then, head to Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion. Admire the temple's stunning architecture and its reflection in the surrounding pond.
Finally, visit Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its thousands of red torii gates. Walk through the iconic gate tunnels and experience the spiritual atmosphere of this sacred site.
Throughout the tour, enjoy commentary from your guide and a multilingual audio guide available in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German, Portuguese, and Ukrainian.
