Japan Kyoto Bus Tour: Kinkaku-ji, Higashiyama Jisho-ji & Kiyomizudera Temple
Journey around Kyoto's classic attractions on a half-day tour. Hop aboard a sightseeing bus and visit Kinkaku-ji Temple, Ginkaku-ji Temple, and Kiyomizudera Temple.
- Witness Kiyomizudera Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Gaze in awe at the opulent Golden Pavilion Temple, Kinkaku-ji
- Stroll around lush gardens surrounding Ginkaku-ji Temple
- Enjoy the multi-language audio guide ( English, Chinese, Korean) on the ride
Options
Kinkaku-ji Temple, Ginkaku-ji Temple, and Kiyomizudera Temple
Additional Info
Free admission for children aged under 6, must not occupy a seat, and meals are not included
What's included in Japan Kyoto Bus Tour: Kinkaku-ji, Higashiyama Jisho-ji & Kiyomizudera Temple
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Redemption Point and Departure Point Map
Meeting point at JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Stop
Get on the bus and start a cultural journey (*Departure from 13:30 on 2025/4/13 to 10/13)
Kinkaku-ji (40-min visit)
Ginkaku-ji (45-min visit)
Kiyomizu Temple, please arrange lunch near Kiyomizu Temple (stay for 120 minutes) * Stay for 70 minutes from 4/13 to 10/13, 2025
Arrive at Kyoto Station Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Stop
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－What You Can Expect－
Venture out to the ancient capital city of Kyoto and make your way to three renowned temples.
Start your tour at the Golden Pavilion, Kinkaku-ji Temple. Admire the majestic Zen temple, adorned entirely in gold leaf. Watch its reflection glisten across the pond. Gaze in awe at surrounding verdant foliage.
Next, head to the tranquil natural landscape of Ginkaku-ji Temple. Walk along gorgeous moss gardens and a dry sand garden. Make your way to the temple building Togudo to witness the oldest existing example of Shoin architecture, a study room containing traditional tatami mats.
Pay a visit to Kiyomizudera Temple, one of Japan's most renowned sacred sites. Marvel at the main hall, which was built without the use of nails. Make your way to the distinct wooden stage to see panoramic views of the city and dense trees.
Embark on a historical tour of Kyoto on a convenient sightseeing bus.
－Itinerary Info－
- Kiyomizudera Temple is currently under maintenance, but a visit will still be arranged as usual, please consider before booking
Inclusions
- Attraction tickets
- Consumption tax
- Transportation fare
- Multilingual audio guide (temporarily unavailable due to coronavirus outbreak)
- Dining expenses
- Personal expenses
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Please arrive promptly at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance for ticket exchange
- Please arrive promptly at meeting point, as the will depart on time, refunds will not be granted to late arrivals
- You will be informed of your seat number on your departure date
- In the event of cancellation due to traffic, weather, or any other unforeseen circumstances, notification and full refunds will be offered
- Actual itinerary is dependent on weather/traffic conditions
- Once the ticket is exchanged, refunds and cancellation will not be granted
- Kyoto Regular Sightseeing Bus Reservation Center emergency contact number: 075-672-2100; service hours: 08:00-20:00 Japan local time.
- The bus will not wait for travelers who are not able to make their way to the meeting point within the designated time frame, please consider before booking
- The time you spend on the bus after getting off the bus includes the time you need to walk to the sightseeing spots.
Meet
Venues
- Kyoto Station Kyoto Sightseeing Bus Stop1. Turn left at JR Kyoto Station Central Gate and take a 1-min walk/turn right at JR Kyoto Station West Cate - walk on the sidewalk to B1F - pass by the entrance of PORTA underground city - take a 2-min walk
2. Across Isetan Department Store 1F entrance, Kyoto Central Post Office is across a street; take a 1-min walk from Kyoto Tower
Meeting / End Points
- Kinkaku-ji
Policies
Purchase Summary
- Please note that the seat arrangement is subject to availability on the day of the tour, non-consecutive seats may be arranged and travelers will be informed when booking
- Free admission for children aged under 6, must not occupy a seat, and meals are not included
- Lunch is not included in this tour, please spend your own money on a meal at locations around Kiyomizudera Temple
【Travel conditions】
- Place of departure and destination: Kyoto/Kyoto
- Duration of trip: Day tour
- Transportation: Shared bus
- Bus company: 京阪バス株式会社
- Meals: None
- Accommodation: None
- Minimum requirement: 1 traveller
- Tour leader: 1
- Tour guide: 0
【Tour operator】
- Name: 京阪バス株式会社
- Address: 京都市南区東九条南石田町５番地
- Registration number: 京都府知事 登録旅行業第2-192号
