Classic Kyoto Half Day Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus
Highlights
Reviews
Great Tour to see three of the most popular sights.
David Seaton
Great!
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Overview
Kyoto
Available Daily
English, Japanese, Chinese
Pick-up not available
What to expect
The tour will be conducted in vehicles equipped with an in-car multilingual guide system, providing commentary in English, Chinese, and Korean. You can enjoy the multilingual sightseeing information synchronized with the bus journey, along with the guide's explanations in Japanese.
Overview
Schedule
Check-in at JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Terminal
Please be sure to exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a bus ticket at the KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Ticket window 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.
The top two floors of this Zen temple are completely covered in gold leaf and is surrounded by one of the most exquisite Muromachi Period gardens in the country.
The Temple of the Silver Pavilion is one of Kyoto's UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Unlike the Golden Pavilion, this temple is not covered in silver, even though that was the creator's original intention. Instead, it is known for its beautiful Zen rock garden, traditional landscaping, and architecture.
Founded in the early Heian Era, this temple offers sweeping panoramas of Kyoto from its mountainside perch. The temple is named for the waters that flow beneath it, which are legendary for their wish-granting powers.
Please note the roof of the main hall is undergoing construction.
Check out the surrounding area for shops and restaurants and enjoy some free time to rest and have lunch.
*Lunch is not included in the tour fee.
JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Terminal
Tour Ends
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Location, direction and description
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If you exit from the Central Exit of JR Kyoto Station, it will be on your left hand side (or on your right hand side if you exit from the Shinkansen Central Exit). The bus stop is located in front of the Isetan Department Store. If you are coming by subway, please use Exit 6 at Kyoto Station.
Before boarding, please exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a seat assignment ticket at the ticket counter. You will not be able to board with just the voucher.
Important activity information
Important activity information
Restrictions
- Infants ages 0-5 may join for free, but they will not be getting a separate seat on the bus. If you wish to have a separate seat for infants ages 0-5, please book them as a child.
- Please exchange your voucher for a bus ticket at the bus stop 10 minutes before the bus departure.
*Please note that you will not be able to board with just the voucher. - Please make sure to cancel or change your reservation through VELTRA's My Page.
[In case of cancellation]
My Page > Order history > "Cancel this booking"
*If you cancel after 20:00 the day before, please be sure to contact the emergency contact (reservation center) listed on the voucher by the departure time on the day.
[In case of changes]
My Page > Order history > "Change this booking"
Additional notes
- The activity provider is not liable for any accidents that may occur while participants are off the bus.
- Tour schedule is subject to change due to traffic and/or weather conditions.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the bus.
- You will be sharing the bus with other Japanese guests.
- Please note that the roof is undergoing repairs at Kiyomizudera temple.
- 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
Required items to bring & attire
- VELTRA voucher (either printed or displayed on a smartphone or tablet)
Reviews
Great Tour to see three of the most popular sights.
Finding the starting point was easy as it was very easy to see at the train station. It was nice that there were translations available as one of us spoke English and the other spoke Chinese. Despite rainy weather the to...
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It was great! The guide seemed very knowledgeable, however she did not speak English and we felt that we missed some information. She did have some videos in English and signs. Overall the tour was good and would recomme...
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Activity Provider KEIHAN BUS / Kyoto Sightseeing Bus
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
- Credit card payment
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- 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.
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Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- 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.
Change Policy
- 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.
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- Infants ages 0-5 may join for free, but they will not be getting a separate seat on the bus. If you wish to have a separate seat for infants ages 0-5, please book them as a child.
- Please exchange your voucher for a bus ticket at the bus stop 10 minutes before the bus departure.
*Please note that you will not be able to board with just the voucher. - Please make sure to cancel or change your reservation through VELTRA's My Page.
[In case of cancellation]
My Page > Order history > "Cancel this booking"
*If you cancel after 20:00 the day before, please be sure to contact the emergency contact (reservation center) listed on the voucher by the departure time on the day.
[In case of changes]
My Page > Order history > "Change this booking"
- VELTRA voucher (either printed or displayed on a smartphone or tablet)
- The activity provider is not liable for any accidents that may occur while participants are off the bus.
- Tour schedule is subject to change due to traffic and/or weather conditions.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the bus.
- You will be sharing the bus with other Japanese guests.
- Please note that the roof is undergoing repairs at Kiyomizudera temple.
- 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
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Classic Kyoto Half Day Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus
