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PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

4.9(17,840)Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 17840 reviews9 hFree cancellationBy Japan Panoramic Tours
PERFECT KYOTO 1-Day Bus Tour

About this activity

【All-inclusive】

・All admission fees and a Japanese buffet lunch are included.

・Discover Kyoto's must-see landmarks and World Heritages in one day efficiently and comfortably on this full-day coach tour.

・Start your adventure at Kiyomizu-dera Temple and enjoy its magnificent panoramic views. Admire the 1,001 golden Kannon statues at Sanjusangen-do Temple, then head to the iconic Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine to walk through thousands of vermilion torii gates. Don't miss the serene Sagano Bamboo Forest and the stunning Kinkaku-ji Temple.

・Starts and ends at Kyoto Station for a smooth and stress-free experience.

・Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available in EN, FR, IT, ES, TH, ID, UK

・Free Wi-Fi and air conditioning are available on board

・A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour

What's included

  • ✓A Professional English Speaking Tour Guide
  • ✓Admission for Tenryuji Temple
  • ✓WiFi on board
  • ✓Departure from and return to Kyoto Station
  • ✓Admission for Sanjusangendo Temple
  • ✓Admission for Kiyomizu Temple
  • ✓Buffet Lunch (If selected)
  • ✓Air-conditioned vehicle
  • ✓Admission for Kinkakuji Temple
  • ✓Multilingual Audio Guidance
  • ✓Lunch is a buffet, so the lunch is the same for vegetarians

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Food and drinks, unless Specified
  • ✕Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

  • 【MEETING POINT】 in front of Tully’s Coffee in Kyoto Avanti ★Outside the main entrance of the building. 【Meeting time】7:50am 【Departure time】8:00am ★Look out for green and white flag "Japan Panoramic Tours" ★No refunds or changes will be given to latecomers and no-shows

Good to know

  • 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A Professional English-speaking guide attend this tour. Additionally, multilingual audio guidance is available on the bus in English, Spanish, French, Italian, Germany, Portuguese, Ukrainan
  • Itinerary order is subject to change depending on traffic, weather, and operation.
  • If any of the visiting places is closed, we will try to attend an alternative place.
  • The lunch/restaurant may change due to operational reasons.
  • We do not supply any extra pick up & drop off service.
  • Customers will walk include stairs and hills in each places
  • Please​ let​ us​ know​ your​ booking​ numbers​ and​ total​ number​ of​ people​ before​ the​ tour​ if​ you​ have​ several​ bookings​ or​ if​ you​ have​ booked​ separatly.
  • Due to the weather conditions, traffic conditions, or suspension of operation, we may have a possibility not to achieve all the activities. The tour will be attending to alternative place or giving ou t a gift as a compensation depending on a situation at that time. Refunds will not be given for these changes.
  • Customers who add Lunch options on the day are charged more(3,000yen), therefore it is recommended to select desired add-ons in advance
  • If you are late for the tour start time, you will not be able to join the tour mid-way.
  • "Please note that on April 14th and 16th, 2026, lunch will be served as a set meal instead of a buffet.
  • Not recommended for travelers who can not walk long distance. This tour includes lots of walkings.

Cancellation policy

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

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