Kyoto Day Tour to Amanohashidate and Miyama Thatched Village with Lunch and English Guide

Highlights

  • Enjoy triple scenic views of Amanohashidate from cruise, cable car, and Kasamatsu Park
  • Visit Chion-ji Temple, dedicated to the Buddhist deity of wisdom
  • Stroll freely through the photogenic thatched-roof village of Miyama
  • Enjoy a colorful Japanese-style set meal featuring crab and seasonal dishes
  • Relax on a comfortable bus with English-speaking guide support

What to expect

Experience a scenic day tour of Amanohashidate, celebrated as one of Japan's most breathtaking views. Stroll through the historical grounds of Miyama, visit the charming Kayabuki No Sato village.

What's included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Lunch
  • Cruise fee
  • Bus fare
  • Tax
  • Highway tolls
  • Cable car fee

About this experience

Starting at
07:40

Schedule

  1. Meet at VIP Villa Namba
  2. 10:20
    Chion-ji Temple
    One of Japan's three most important temples dedicated to Monju Bosatsu , Chion-ji Temple has long been a sacred site. While the construction date of the main hall is unknown, its Tahoto Pagoda dates back to the Muromachi period and is a designated National Important Cultural Property.
  3. 11:00
    Amanohashidate Sightseeing Cruise
    This 12-minute cruise connects the Monju and Fuchu areas of the bay. From the boat, you can admire the beautiful pine-covered sandbar and participate in the popular activity of feeding the seabirds that fly alongside the vessel.
  4. 11:15
    Kasamatsu Park(Cable Car & Chairlift)
    Your ticket is valid for both the cable car and the chairlift, giving you a choice of how to ascend to Kasamatsu Park. The cable car takes about 4 minutes, while the open-air chairlift takes about 6 minutes, both offering a relaxing ride up the mountain.
  5. 12:10
    Matsui Bussan (Lunch: Amanohashidate Japanese Set Meal)
    *Vegetarian option available.
  6. Free Time to Explore the Thatched-Roof Village of Miyama (Kayabuki no Sato)
    Visit Miyama, a nationally designated preservation district known for its nostalgic rural charm. In the thatched-roof village of Kayabuki no Sato, enjoy well-preserved traditional scenery and seasonal landscapes.
  7. 17:00
    Via Kyoto Station West Exit
  8. Disband at Kyoto VIP Lounge at 17:00 / VIP Villa Namba at 18:00

Location and Directions

  • Check-in

    VIP Villa Namba

    1-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, Japan, 〒556-0011

    VIP Villa Namba — 1-2-1 Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, Japan,  〒556-0011

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Restrictions

  • If less than 10 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.

Other requirements

  • Please review the travel terms and conditions before applying.(In Japanese)
    https://tour.vipliner.biz/yakkan/kokunai/
  • Please review the terms and conditions before applying.(In Japanese)
    https://tour.vipliner.biz/yakkan/yakkan/shusai.pdf

Additional notes

  • The schedule is subject to change depending on transportation and road conditions. Arrival at the final destination may be delayed. In case of delays, additional expenses such as taxi fares or accommodation costs will not be compensated.
  • Please note that due to weather or traffic conditions, the duration of each stop may be shortened or canceled. The order of visit may vary depending on the assigned bus.
  • [Tour Conditions]
    Departure / Return Location: Namba
    Tour Type: One-day trip
    Transportation: Chartered bus
    Operating Bus Company: Heisei Enterprise Co., Ltd.
    Meals Included: Breakfast 0 / Lunch 1 / Dinner 0
    Accommodation: Not included
    Minimum Number of Participants: 10 people
    Tour Conductor: Included
  • [Planning and Operation]
    Heisei Enterprise, Inc.
    HEG Building 5F, 5-22-26 Honcho, Shiki-shi, Saitama 353-0004, Japan
    Registered Travel Agency No. 2095 (Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency)
    Certified Travel Service Supervisor: Takao Yanamoto
    Member of Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
  • [Authorized Sales Agent]
    VELTRA Corporation
    Nihon Seimei Nihonbashi Building 5F (Reception 4F),
    2-13-12 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0027, Japan
    Tokyo Governor Registered Travel Agency No. 2-5555
    Member of Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
  • The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
  • Children three (3) years old and under are free, but will need to sit on a parent or guardian's lap if there are no available seats.
  • Depending on who is in your group, your tour guide may conduct the activity in multiple languages.
  • Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your start time.

Operated by

HEISEI ENTERPRISE,Inc. (Code:197630)

Cancellation policy

  • 8-11 business days before (by 5:00 PM local time): 20%
  • 2-8 business days before (by 5:00 PM local time): 30%
  • 1-2 business days before (by 5:00 PM local time): 40%
  • After 5:00 PM the day before / No-show: 100%

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