Kyoto Full-Day Sightseeing Tour including Nijo Castle and Kiyomizu Temple

Description

Experience the magic of Kyoto on a full-day sightseeing tour of Japan's cultural jewel. You'll visit Kyoto's most popular attractions by coach and enjoy a buffet lunch at the Kyoto Handicraft Center.

Known as the cradle of Japan's cultural heritage, Kyoto was Japan's capital and the emperor's residence from 794 until 1868. It is now the country's seventh largest city, with a population of 1.4 million people and a modern face, though it remains Japan's most traditional city.

Highlights on your comprehensive full-day tour of Kyoto include:

• Nijo Castle, the Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa Shogun
• Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), home to perhaps the world's most authentic and exquisite Japanese garden
• Kyoto Imperial Palace, the residence of the Imperial family until the capital was relocated to Tokyo in 1868
• Buffet lunch at Kyoto Handicraft Center
• Heian Shrine, reflecting the elegance of daily life in the ancient Japanese court
• Sanjusangendo Hall, a long wooden hall housing 1,001 statues dating back to the 13th century
• Kiyomizu Temple, with sweeping views of Kyoto from its lofty terrace

Additional information

Inclusions

Exclusions

Kinkakuji Temple - Golden Pavilion

Schedule details

Departure point

Tour departs from Kyoto New Miyako Hotel or selected hotels in Kyoto

Departure time

8:35am from Kyoto New Miyako Hotel

OR

• ANA Hotel Kyoto: 8.50am
• Hotel Nikko Princess Kyoto: 8:10am
• Hotel Monterey Kyoto: 8:05am
• Hyatt Regency Kyoto: 8:25am
• Karasuma Kyoto Hotel: 8:15am
• Kyoto Hotel Okura: 8:05am
• Kyoto Tokyu: 8.50am
• New Hankyu Kyoto: 8.25am
• New Miyako: 8.35am
• The Westin Miyako Kyoto: 7.50am
• Rihga Royal Hotel Kyoto: 8.45am

Return details

Returns to original departure point at approximately 6:00pm