Back to ToursKyoto Iconic Temples & Sacred Shrines Walking Tour
Tour Overview
Duration
7 hours
Group Size
1–15 people
Languages
en, ja
Meeting Point
JR Kyoto Station Central Exit
Category
Cultural Experiences
About This Experience
Discover the timeless beauty of Kyoto on this immersive full-day walking tour covering the city's most revered temples and Shinto shrines. Begin at the dazzling Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), continue to the Zen rock garden at Ryoan-ji, and explore the thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha. Your expert guide brings each site to life with stories spanning over a thousand years of Japanese history. The tour also includes a peaceful stroll through the bamboo grove of Arashiyama and a visit to the serene Tenryu-ji Temple.
Tour Highlights
- Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) — UNESCO World Heritage
- Walk through 10,000 torii gates at Fushimi Inari
- Zen meditation moment at Ryoan-ji rock garden
- Arashiyama Bamboo Grove photo opportunity
- Expert guide with deep knowledge of Japanese Buddhism
What's Included
- Professional guide
- All entrance fees
- Walking tour map
- Water bottle
Not Included
- Lunch
- Transport to/from hotel
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
From
¥9,800
per person
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