Kyoto Day Tour: Yanagidani Kannon, Arashiyama & Kiyomizu-dera – Kansai Line I

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~~US$76.00~~ US$55.80

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✨ Tour Highlights

Visit 8 must-see Instagram photo spots in Kyoto. Tour operates with a minimum of 4 participants, featuring an early departure and late return for extended sightseeing time and in-depth photo stops.
Follow a curated route covering Kyoto’s most popular Instagram-famous locations, allowing ample time for photos and exploration.
Hotel pick-up and drop-off available within Osaka city, eliminating the need to plan routes or navigate complex public transportation.
Served by experienced local drivers, offering reliable and attentive service while sharing insights into Japanese culture and local life.

**Please confirm that your hotel is located within the service area before booking.

✅ Price Includes

1. Vehicle service as listed in the itinerary

2. Fuel costs, toll fees, and highway/expressway fees

3. Vehicle service duration: up to 10 hours (in accordance with Japanese regulations)

4. Driver and tour guide service
– 1–13 guests: premium small group
– 14–45 guests: coach tour
(Vehicle type and arrangement will be adjusted based on the actual group size on the day of travel)

5. Reference vehicle types (for reference only; final arrangement depends on group size):
– 5–8 seats: Toyota Alphard or equivalent
– 9–14 seats: Toyota Hiace or equivalent
– 18–22 seats: mini bus
– 23 seats or above: large coach

6. Children policy:
– Infants aged 0–2 may sit on an adult’s lap and travel free of charge (must be informed in advance).
– Children aged 3 and above are charged the adult rate.

🧳 Luggage Policy (Day Tour)

This is a day tour and luggage is not recommended.

Each guest may carry one piece of luggage free of charge (no size limit).
Luggage details must be clearly noted at the time of booking.
Luggage not pre-declared, or more than one piece per person, will incur an additional fee of JPY 2,000 per extra piece, subject to vehicle space availability.
If undeclared luggage or undeclared infants (under 3 years old not occupying a seat) results in insufficient vehicle capacity, the driver/guide reserves the right to refuse boarding, and no refund will be provided.

❌ Price Excludes

Accommodation, meals, attraction admission tickets, optional activities at local sites, and any other personal expenses
Any items or services not explicitly stated under “Price Includes”

Itinerary

The following itinerary is for reference only. The specific attractions, visiting order, and duration may be adjusted according to actual conditions on the day of travel.

08:40 – Osaka | Tour Departure

Start your journey for a beautiful day in Kyoto.

Meeting Point Pick-up Option

08:40 Nipponbashi Exit 2 (Namba / Shinsaibashi area)
09:50 Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit – Sightseeing Bus Parking Lot

Hotel Pick-up Option

07:30–08:30 Pick-up from hotels or accommodations within the Osaka Loop Line area

⚠️ Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes early. Late arrivals cannot be accommodated.
Pick-up order and timing will be arranged by the driver-guide based on traffic and distance. Please follow the guide’s instructions.

10:20 – Kyoto

Yanagidani Kannon (Yōkoku-ji Temple)

Approx. 90 minutes | Free time | Admission fee not included

A popular Instagram photo spot and the birthplace of Hanachōzu (flower water basins).
Located in the scenic Otokuni bamboo region, this historic temple enshrines the Eleven-Faced Thousand-Armed Kannon and is known for its sacred spring water, believed to benefit eye health.

Highlights include hillside temple buildings, the Jōdo Garden (designated a Kyoto scenic site), seasonal hydrangeas (around 5,000 plants in early summer), autumn foliage, and many photogenic spots such as heart-shaped windows and flower-adorned purification basins.

📌 Temple admission: JPY 500 (Green season: JPY 1,000)
Free for high school students and below

12:30 – Kyoto

Arashiyama Area Sightseeing

Approx. 120 minutes | Free time & lunch (at own expense)

Arashiyama and Sagano offer a perfect blend of cultural heritage and seasonal scenery.
Explore historic temples, charming streets, traditional shops, cafés, kimono rentals, and rickshaw rides at your own pace.

Recommended Free-Time Spots:

Togetsukyo Bridge – Arashiyama’s iconic landmark blending beautifully with all four seasons
Kimono Forest (Kyō-Yūzen Art Installation) – 600 illuminated pillars decorated with traditional textile patterns
Arashiyama Bamboo Grove – A tranquil bamboo path famous for its soothing natural sounds and cinematic scenery

15:10 – Kyoto

Kiyomizu-dera Area

Approx. 120 minutes | Free time | Admission fee not included

Kiyomizu-dera Temple (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Founded in 778, this national treasure offers stunning seasonal views and is one of Kyoto’s most iconic landmarks.
Admission: Adults JPY 500 / Students JPY 200 (cash only, paid on-site)

Other Free-Time Highlights:

Yasaka Kōshin-dō Temple – Famous for colorful wish balls (Kukuri-zaru), a popular Instagram spot
Ninenzaka & Yasaka Pagoda – Classic Kyoto scenery perfect for photography
Starbucks Kyoto Ninenzaka Yasaka Chaya – A unique tatami-style Starbucks in a preserved traditional townhouse

17:10 – Return Journey

Begin the return trip. Actual return time may vary depending on traffic and the day’s schedule.

17:25 Arrive at Kyoto drop-off point
19:00 Arrive at Shinsaibashi / Dotonbori area (approx. 1 hour free time)

Guests may enjoy shopping and dining in Shinsaibashi.

Guests with hotel pick-up who choose to stay in Shinsaibashi will end the tour there (hotel drop-off is considered waived and non-refundable).
Guests requiring hotel drop-off should wait for the shuttle arrangement.

Shinsaibashi & Dotonbori Highlights:
Osaka’s most famous shopping and food districts, featuring department stores, local boutiques, drugstores, and iconic street food such as takoyaki, okonomiyaki, ramen, and popular restaurants like Kani Doraku.

Drop-off Notes

Guests with meeting-point packages may end the tour directly at Tokyo Station or Shinjuku.
Guests with hotel pick-up packages will be transferred back to their hotel or accommodation via arranged shuttle.

Travel Information

【This tour allows free luggage. Please inform us of the number of luggage items in advance when booking.】

Once the booking is confirmed, the travel date cannot be changed. Any losses incurred due to changes must be borne by the guest.
Please provide complete and accurate information at the time of booking (full name, number of participants, phone number, email address, and pick-up location) to avoid errors that may affect the itinerary.
Please carry your passport and valuables with you at all times. Any loss, theft, or damage shall be borne by the guest.
Elderly guests, guests with cardiovascular conditions (such as high blood pressure or heart disease), and pregnant women are advised to travel with a companion.
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted to book this tour alone. A legal guardian must book and participate together.
This is a shared fixed-route tour. Guests are required to follow the scheduled stop times at each attraction and comply with the driver-guide’s arrangements.
- If you prefer a more flexible itinerary, please refer to our private charter services.
- Please arrive at the designated pick-up point on time. Late arrivals will not be waited for.
- This product cannot be refunded, rescheduled, transferred to another departure, or joined midway. If you fail to participate due to personal reasons, the loss shall be borne by yourself.
If a guest fails to participate or leaves the tour early due to personal reasons or lateness, no refund will be provided.
Guests who leave the group during the tour will be deemed to have voluntarily terminated the service, and no refund will be issued. Any resulting personal injury or property loss shall be the guest’s own responsibility.
Arrival times may vary due to traffic conditions, weather, holidays, or crowd levels. Delays or cancellations caused by these or other force majeure factors are non-refundable.
Please wear comfortable clothing and suitable walking shoes.
Please comply with Japanese laws and regulations. Do not carry prohibited items to avoid legal issues.
During free time, guests are responsible for their personal safety and belongings. Any accidents or losses caused by failure to follow advice shall be borne by the guest.

Important Tour Notes

Due to the unpredictability of traffic conditions, weather, holidays, or crowd levels, arrival times at attractions may change.
According to Japanese law, a driver’s maximum working time is 10 hours per day. To ensure safety and stable operations, the itinerary may be adjusted as necessary, including shortening visit times or canceling certain attractions.

We sincerely ask for your understanding and support regarding any such adjustments made in the interest of safety. In cases involving the above or other force majeure factors, we regret any inconvenience caused. Refunds will not be provided under these circumstances, as this policy is implemented to protect both drivers and passengers and ensure smooth tour operations.

Force Majeure Includes but Is Not Limited To

Natural disasters: earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, floods, typhoons, etc.
Traffic incidents: road accidents, severe congestion, etc.
Weather conditions: heavy snow, rainstorms, dense fog, etc.
Government regulations: emergency orders, traffic controls, etc.
Medical emergencies: sudden illness or injury of a guest or group member
Social events: strikes, protests, social unrest
Mechanical failures: vehicle breakdowns or malfunctions

Cancellation & Refund Policy

More than 3 days before departure (excluding the departure date): 100% refund
2–3 days before departure (including those days): 50% refund
1 day before departure or on the departure date: No refund