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Kyoto Afternoon Tour from Kyoto or Osaka
About This Tour
Immerse yourself in the beauty and history of Kyoto on an afternoon guided tour through the former capitol’s vibrant shrines and temples. Admire Fushimiinari Taisha Shrine, the head shrine of the god Inari. Stroll Sanjusangendo Hall with its 1,001 Kannon statues and the Kiyomizu Temple where you’ll enjoy sweeping city views from the large terrace. All entry fees are included.
What's Included
✓ Included
- National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter fee
- Admission fees and transportation costs included in the tour
✗ Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Hotel PickUp/Dropoff
Itinerary
1
Fushimi Inari Taisha is the head shrine of some 40,000 inari-jinja shrines located all over Japan. The bright red Senbon Torii gates are a must-see attraction.
2
Visit the world's longest wooden structure, housing 1,001 life-size statues of Buddhist Kannon deities dating back to the 13th century.
3
The view of Kyoto from the World Heritage Site of Kiyomizu-dera is superb. The historic shopping lane that leads to the temple adds to a wonderful experience.
Good to Know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations
- Participants will walk from the parking lot to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine (about 15 min one-way)
- Seats may not be designated
- Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with bus seats. If bus seats are required, please make a booking under the child rate
- Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour