Where exactly do I meet the group?

Head to Hotel Granvia Osaka, 1F, in front of the elevator by 7:15 AM. Once in Kyoto, you'll meet your guide at the JTB Sunrise Tours desk inside Avanti, across from Kyoto Station's Hachijo exit.

Is lunch included in the price?

Lunch is not included in the standard full-day tour. If you'd like it covered, choose the 'Kyoto Full-day Tour from Osaka with Lunch' ticket option at checkout.

What should I wear to the temples?

A conservative dress code applies throughout. Women should cover their shoulders, knees, and ankles; men should avoid shorts. Comfortable, well-worn walking shoes are strongly recommended.

Are children allowed on the tour?

Yes. Children aged five and under join the tour free of charge, though they must pay any applicable admission fees at individual sites and are not guaranteed a seat on the transport.

What happens if the weather is bad?

In cases of extreme weather, the tour may be cancelled or the itinerary adjusted. The order of stops may also change due to unforeseen circumstances on the day.

Is seating on the train guaranteed?

Not always. If the group travels by JR train, all seats are non-reserved, so seating cannot be guaranteed. The operator may use a bus instead depending on group size.

Kyoto Tour from Osaka

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Duration

11 hours 5 min

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Admission fees for all included sites

Transport between Osaka and Kyoto (JR train or bus, depending on group size)

Guided tour throughout the day

Not included

Lunch (available as a separate add-on with the 'with Lunch' ticket option)

Personal expenses and souvenirs

Transport to the Osaka meeting point

What to expect

Meet at Hotel Granvia Osaka
7:15 AM
Make your own way to the meeting point at Hotel Granvia Osaka 1F, in front of the elevator, ready for a 7:15 AM departure.
Travel to Kyoto Station
Travel to Kyoto by JR train, then meet the guide at the JTB Sunrise Tours desk inside Avanti, across from Kyoto Station's Hachijo exit.
Nijo Castle
Explore the fortified residence of the Tokugawa shoguns, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its 'nightingale floors' and ornate painted interiors.
Kinkaku-ji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
Visit the iconic three-storey Zen temple coated in gold leaf, reflected in the still waters of Kyoko-chi Pond.
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Walk the grounds of the former Imperial residence, set within the expansive Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
Lunch break
A break for lunch — included if you've booked the 'with Lunch' option, or at your own expense and choice nearby.
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine
Wander beneath the famous tunnels of thousands of vermilion torii gates climbing the wooded slopes of Mount Inari.
Sanjusangen-do Temple
Take in the breathtaking hall housing 1,001 golden statues of Kannon, the goddess of mercy.
Kiyomizu-dera Temple
Finish the temple circuit at this UNESCO-listed hillside shrine, where a wooden stage juts out over the forested valley below.
Return to Osaka Station
Board the coach or JR train back to Osaka, arriving at Osaka Station by approximately 6:15 PM.

Kyoto Tour from Osaka

Kyoto Tour from Osaka

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