SKY BUS KYOTO: 1-hour City SightseeingTour on a Double-Decker Open-Top Bus
Highlights
Reviews
Despite rain great tour
Alyona
Quick Open Top Tour
Michelle W.
Overview
Kyoto
Available Daily
English, Japanese, Chinese
Pick-up not available
What to expect
Overview
Schedule
Check-in at Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi Bus Terminal

Please be sure to exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a bus ticket at the "Regular Sightseeing Bus Stop" 10 minutes before the bus departure. It is necessary to have the bus ticket for boarding. Please make sure to arrive on time as the bus will depart as scheduled.

Nishihonkanji Temple
Nijo Castle
Reizei House
Kyoto Gyoen National Garden
Kamo Ohashi Bridge
Lake Biwa Canal
Heian Shrine Torii Gate
Shourenin Temple
Chionin Temple
Yasaka Shrine
Minamiza Theater
Kyoto Tower
*It is also possible to get off at the "Gion" bus stop along the way.
Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi Bus Terminal
Tour ends
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Notes
Restrictions
- Infants ages 0-5 may join for free, but will not be able to avail of seats. If you wish to have a separate seat for infants ages 0-5, please book them as children.
- 【Important Notice】
1.On the day of the tour, please make sure to print and bring the voucher (reservation confirmation). If you fail to bring the printed voucher, you will be required to make a full payment on-site and purchase a bus ticket.
2.10 minutes before the bus departure, please exchange the voucher (reservation confirmation) for a bus ticket at the designated bus stop.
3.For inquiries regarding the tour itinerary, please contact our company directly through the "My Page" - Please make sure to cancel your reservation through VELTRA.
*If you cancel after 20:00 on the day before the tour, please be sure to contact the local contact (reservation center) upon your arrival on the day of the tour.
Reservation Center: 075-672-2100
Business hours: 7:40 AM - 8:00 PM
Additional notes
- Depending on traffic conditions, there may be detours in the route.
- In case of rain, raincoats will be provided free of charge for you to wear during the tour. The use of umbrellas is not allowed on the bus.
- In the case of severe bad weather, the provider may cancel or shorten the activity.
- Audio announcements on the bus will be given in English, Chinese and Korean along with the Japanese.
You will also be able to use an audio explanatory guide with earphones to further enjoy your tour on the bus. - Announcements by the tour attendant on the bus will be in Japanese only. The tour attendant speaks Japanese only.
- It is also possible to get off at the "Gion" bus stop during the tour.
- You will be sharing the bus with other Japanese guests.
- After boarding, please make sure to fasten your seatbelt and do not remove it unless instructed by the staff.
- When boarding, please hold your child's hand and ensure they board and take a seat with you at all times.
- Please do not touch the branches and leaves of the street trees that may enter through the open roof of the Sky Bus.
- Please be aware that due to wind and rain, there is a possibility of getting wet or having items like hats blown away.
- Please exercise caution when using the stairs inside the vehicle, especially during rainy weather, as they can become very slippery.
- As all seating is located on the uncovered second floor, we kindly request that you take appropriate measures based on the temperature and weather conditions.
- The following actions are prohibited
1. Changing seats while the vehicle is in motion.
1. Using umbrellas while on board.
2. Using selfie sticks.
3. Bringing pets on board.
4. Eating, drinking, and smoking (Beverages with lids are allowed to be brought on board).
Required items to bring & attire
- Printed VELTRA voucher
- There is no roof on the Sky Bus. Please make sure your clothing is appropriate for the weather.
Reviews
Despite rain great tour
WE booked the tour a day before , spontaneously. On the day of the tour we were not able to print out our vouchers as it was requested in the booking. yet, the colleagues from the office made it possible for us to change...
moreQuick Open Top Tour
This was the second tour that my husband and I booked using Veltra. The app is so easy to use. I was sitting in the hotel lobby waiting to go to our train. In less than 20 minutes we found a tour for Kyoto, purchased and...
moreSkybus
Not enough English information. Japanese participants learned much more than did those listening to the translation audio
Activity Provider KEIHAN BUS / Kyoto Sightseeing Bus
Activity Provider
FAQ
Payment / Cancellation Policy
- Credit card payment
-
- Any cancellations made between the booking confirmation date to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of JPY 100 per participant.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
- Any changes made between the booking confirmation date to 1 hour prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of JPY 100 per participant.
Any changes made after 1 hour prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
- Everyday
Top-Rated Activities for Kyoto
- Infants ages 0-5 may join for free, but will not be able to avail of seats. If you wish to have a separate seat for infants ages 0-5, please book them as children.
- 【Important Notice】
1.On the day of the tour, please make sure to print and bring the voucher (reservation confirmation). If you fail to bring the printed voucher, you will be required to make a full payment on-site and purchase a bus ticket.
2.10 minutes before the bus departure, please exchange the voucher (reservation confirmation) for a bus ticket at the designated bus stop.
3.For inquiries regarding the tour itinerary, please contact our company directly through the "My Page" - Please make sure to cancel your reservation through VELTRA.
*If you cancel after 20:00 on the day before the tour, please be sure to contact the local contact (reservation center) upon your arrival on the day of the tour.
Reservation Center: 075-672-2100
Business hours: 7:40 AM - 8:00 PM
- Printed VELTRA voucher
- There is no roof on the Sky Bus. Please make sure your clothing is appropriate for the weather.
- Depending on traffic conditions, there may be detours in the route.
- In case of rain, raincoats will be provided free of charge for you to wear during the tour. The use of umbrellas is not allowed on the bus.
- In the case of severe bad weather, the provider may cancel or shorten the activity.
- Audio announcements on the bus will be given in English, Chinese and Korean along with the Japanese.
You will also be able to use an audio explanatory guide with earphones to further enjoy your tour on the bus. - Announcements by the tour attendant on the bus will be in Japanese only. The tour attendant speaks Japanese only.
- It is also possible to get off at the "Gion" bus stop during the tour.
- You will be sharing the bus with other Japanese guests.
- After boarding, please make sure to fasten your seatbelt and do not remove it unless instructed by the staff.
- When boarding, please hold your child's hand and ensure they board and take a seat with you at all times.
- Please do not touch the branches and leaves of the street trees that may enter through the open roof of the Sky Bus.
- Please be aware that due to wind and rain, there is a possibility of getting wet or having items like hats blown away.
- Please exercise caution when using the stairs inside the vehicle, especially during rainy weather, as they can become very slippery.
- As all seating is located on the uncovered second floor, we kindly request that you take appropriate measures based on the temperature and weather conditions.
- The following actions are prohibited
1. Changing seats while the vehicle is in motion.
1. Using umbrellas while on board.
2. Using selfie sticks.
3. Bringing pets on board.
4. Eating, drinking, and smoking (Beverages with lids are allowed to be brought on board).