Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Day Tour by Shinkansen with Afternoon Leisure Time
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Fastest travel to Kyoto via Nozomi Shinkansen bullet train
Perfect combo of guided tour + free time for self-guided exploration
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Excellent Kyoto day tour
2020/01/21
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I was a bit apprehensive after reading the other reviews, but I had no problem at all during the trip. The tickets were at my hotel by the time I checked in. The tour starting point in Kyoto was pretty easy to find if you know how to read a map and follow the signs in Kyoto station.
The tour itself was amazing. We were taken inside Nijo Castle and saw the intricate paintings in the rooms. Then there was the beautiful Kinkakuji temple with it's amazing gold leaf covered lake side pavilion. The only part that was a bit underwhelming was the imperial palace (as you can't go inside any buildings).
For the free time, I bought the afternoon tour by the same company (Sunrise Tours) that did the morning tour. That covered the other must see temples of Kyoto. In fact Veltra should package that in as well. It only costs an additional $60.
The downside of the long day was that it was quite tiring at the end. I mostly slept during the train journey back.
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What to expect
Ride the famous Shinkansen bullet train and zip from Tokyo to Kyoto for a full day in the ancient capital. Visit golden Kinkakuji Temple, Nijo Castle, the Kyoto Imperial Palace and more, with time to explore on your own in the afternoon!
Tours departing Nov 25, 2019 and May 25, 2020 will visit Nishi Hongaji Temple instead of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.
This activity will be temporarily suspended from March 30 to April 30, 2020. Please note that the dates of closure are subject to change.
This activity will be temporarily suspended from March 30 to April 30, 2020. Please note that the dates of closure are subject to change.
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Activity Provider JTB Global Marketing & Travel Inc.
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 8 business days to 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 2 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 1 business days to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Please contact Veltra immediately if you make any changes to your booking once it is confirmed, as:
・Any changes made between 18:00 local time, 8 business days to 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
・Any changes made between 18:00 local time, 2 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
・Any changes made between 18:00 local time, 1 business days to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
・Any changes made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
If you have received your bullet train tickets before cancelling, you will be required to return them to the tour operator.
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- WeekDays
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 8 business days to 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 2 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 18:00 local time, 1 business days to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Please contact Veltra immediately if you make any changes to your booking once it is confirmed, as:
・Any changes made between 18:00 local time, 8 business days to 18:00 local time, 2 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 30% of the total amount.
・Any changes made between 18:00 local time, 2 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 40% of the total amount.
・Any changes made between 18:00 local time, 1 business days to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
・Any changes made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
If you have received your bullet train tickets before cancelling, you will be required to return them to the tour operator.
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Tokyo to Kyoto 1-Day Tour by Shinkansen with Afternoon Leisure Time
Ride the famous Shinkansen bullet train and zip from Tokyo to Kyoto for a full day in the ancient capital. Visit golden Kinkakuji Temple, Nijo Castle, the Kyoto Imperial Palace and more, with time to explore on your own in the afternoon!
