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Traversing Kyoto's Scenic West - Arashiyama to Kinkakuji
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$159.19
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Kyoto is undoubtedly one of the most famous cities in Japan. Unlike the urban and modern atmosphere of Tokyo and Osaka, Kyoto is an iconic image of traditional Japan for most tourists. Not only being symbolic, Kyoto is one of the oldest municipalities in Japan, the capital of Japan, and the residence of the Emperor from 794 to 1868, is home to countless temples, shrines, and other historically significant structures that still stand today. With so much to explore and experience, it is worth spending a few days traveling here in Kyoto.
This tour will focus on the western part of the prefecture. The west side of Kyoto is full of fascinating sights and hidden treasures. There are many natural landscapes, world heritage sites, and ancient temples. It takes several days to visit them all. Time is of the essence when traveling. We truly understand how valuable that time is. Therefore, we will take you to our carefully selected must-see spots in one day.
This tour will focus on the western part of the prefecture. The west side of Kyoto is full of fascinating sights and hidden treasures. There are many natural landscapes, world heritage sites, and ancient temples. It takes several days to visit them all. Time is of the essence when traveling. We truly understand how valuable that time is. Therefore, we will take you to our carefully selected must-see spots in one day.
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Traversing Kyoto's Scenic West - Arashiyama to Kinkakuji
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours
- Entrance fees for each spot during the tour
- Koboshi experience fee
- Bus and train tickets required for the tour
- Guided tour with an English speaking guide
- Lunch
Meeting point
Inside Kyoto Station, near the JR Central Ticket Gate on street level. Look for a Snow Monkey Resorts sign. Kyoto tower side of the station.
Train: Exit JR Central Ticket Gate. Stay inside the station.
Shinkansen: Go to 1F JR Central Ticket Gate.
Bus/taxi/walking: Go to JR Central Ticket Gate
Return details
Inside Kyoto Station, near the JR Central Ticket Gate on street level. Look for a Snow Monkey Resorts sign. Kyoto tower side of the station.
Train: Exit JR Central Ticket Gate. Stay inside the station.
Shinkansen: Go to 1F JR Central Ticket Gate.
Bus/taxi/walking: Go to JR Central Ticket Gate
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Tenryu-ji TempleMeet with your guide and JR Kyoto Station and start your journey to Arashiyama Station. Explore the Arashiyama area with your guide followed by the first stop, Tenryuji Temple. Build in 1339 by Takauji Ashikaga.
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Togetsukyo BridgeAfter spending some time at the temple, we will head through the bamboo grove to Togetsukyo Bridge. Togetsukyo Bridge has been a landmark in the Arashiyama area for over 400 years. A wooden bridge spanning the Katsuragawa River in front of Arashiyama offers a wonderful view. It is your lunchtime! There are many restaurants and food stalls along the river. You can either sit in a restaurant or try different types of street food. If you finish lunch before the meeting time, you can buy souvenirs at the lively shopping street.
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Koju NinenzakaOnce you have had your fill of delicious food, our afternoon begins with a traditional Japanese art experience – koboshi. They are traditional Japanese dolls dating back to the 14th century. They are generally considered good luck charms that symbolize resilience. You can take the Koboshi as a memento of your trip or as a souvenir for your loved one.
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Ryoan-ji TempleWe will go to Ryoanji Temple and visit the famous rock garden after the experience. Traditional Japanese dry landscape gardens hide abstract Zen dialogues within the landscape, some even featuring stone recreations of famous scenes from Japanese history.
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Kinkakuji TempleThe final stop of our journey is Kinkakuji. The official name is Rokuonji, and it is a Zen temple. It is one of the most popular buildings in Kyoto and is visited by many tourists every year. It is a complex consisting of gardens and buildings centered around the central Golden Pavilion and is said to be reminiscent of an earthly paradise.
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Traversing Kyoto's Scenic West - Arashiyama to Kinkakuji
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai, Japan
$159.19
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
—
You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
—
Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!