Luxury Kyoto Private Alphard Tour Arashiyama Kinkaku-ji Inari
Osaka, Japanby Explorer Tours
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Experience the ultimate comfort of a private tour in a luxury Toyota Alphard. Unlike crowded bus tours, it provides a premium, personalized journey tailored to your group’s pace. Step into your spacious, high-end Alphard with an expert tour guide and travel seamlessly from Osaka to Kyoto. Your private vehicle ensures a smooth and relaxing ride between Kyoto’s three most iconic landmarks. Wander through the soaring Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, marvel at the golden reflection of Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), and hike through the mesmerizing red gates of Fushimi Inari Shrine. This is a private day trip designed to transport you into the heart of Japan’s timeless beauty with elegance and ease.
What's included
- Admission fee
- English-speaking Conductor
- Highway tolls
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gasoline cost
- Parking Fees
- Lunch
- Tips for guide/driver are optional
Itinerary
- 1
Togetsukyo Bridge
30 min
Arrive at Togetsukyo bridge, and enjoy the scenery and natural beauty of the surrounding mountains and river valley. Cross Togetsukyo bridge and walk through the town of Arashiyama, and head towards Arashiyama Bamboo forest.
- 2
The Bamboo Forest Trail
50 min
This area has been culturally significant for over 1000 years. The bamboo cultivated by the nobles of the Heian era still remains. Walk through and enjoy the beauty of the bamboo forest.
- 3
Arashiyama
1.2 hours
Walk around the town of Arashiyama and enjoy your lunch break in the area. Enjoy some local cuisine, or grab a bite from one of the food stalls in the area. You can also shop for souvenirs for you and your family. This area offers various souvenirs great for everyone.
- 4
Kinkakuji Temple
1 hour
Depart Arashiyama on board our private vehicle and drive 25 minutes to the beautiful and iconic Golden Pavilion, also known as Kinkakuji Temple. Both the pavilion and its surrounding garden were designed to be a paradise on earth. It’s beauty alone has inspired whole branches of Japanese arts and culture.
- 5
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
1 hour
Depart Arashiyama, and drive 50 minutes to the amazing Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, founded over 1300 years ago for the god Inari Okami, who exists in the peaks of Mt. Inari. The red gates are donated by worshipers who have had their prayers answered by the shrine.
Meeting and pickup
A staff member wearing a red logo jacket or a red or navy logo polo shirt will greet you.
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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- Physical Activity: This tour involves a significant amount of walking, including stairs and inclines at each destination. It is not recommended for travelers with limited mobility or those who find long-distance walking difficult.
- Schedule: The itinerary is subject to change due to local traffic or weather conditions.
- The vehicle/car used for this tour is fully licensed by the Japanese government.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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