Kyoto ⇒ Kyoto (Day Trip)
- Day trip
Sample fare only. Toll fees, parking fees and other actual costs are extra. On weekends and in peak seasons, expect about 20% more than on weekdays.
About this itinerary
A group of about 23 people (sightseeing with colleagues or local friends) travels around Kyoto on a day trip.
Along the way, it stops at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Ninenzaka, Jonangu Shrine and Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, and at the end, passengers get off at their accommodation or another designated place.
It leaves the meeting point at 8:30 and is scheduled to arrive around 17:30.
There are 5 stops, but with no transfers you can allow more time for sightseeing.
Itinerary
- 8:30Hotel in Kyoto
- Kiyomizu-dera Temple
A temple on the slopes of Mt. Otowa. From the stage of the main hall, which juts out over a cliff, you can look out over Kyoto. It is a World Heritage Site.
- Ninenzaka
A sloping lane of stone steps leading to Kiyomizu-dera, lined with shops in traditional townhouses. Connected to Sannenzaka, it is a popular route for walking in Higashiyama.
- Jonangu Shrine
A shrine in Fushimi worshipped for protection from unlucky directions. It has gardens associated with The Tale of Genji and is known for its weeping plum blossoms in spring.
- Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
The head shrine of all Tenmangu shrines, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane. Many people visit to pray to him as the deity of learning, and the plum trees on the grounds are another highlight.
- Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)
Officially named Rokuon-ji, it is known for its gold-leaf-covered relic hall reflected in the pond. The temple is a registered World Heritage Site.
- 17:30Hotel in Kyoto
Understanding the fare
The sample fare for this itinerary is ¥144,100 (medium bus, 23 people, 9 hours).
The fare covers 1 medium bus with a driver, fuel and vehicle insurance.
Expressway tolls to the Kyoto area and parking fees at stops such as Kiyomizu-dera Temple are not included in the fare and are charged separately at actual cost.
Even for the same itinerary, allow about 20% higher than on weekdays for weekends and peak seasons. You can calculate an estimate based on Kyoto Prefecture rates on our fares page.
Choosing the bus
23 people fit comfortably in a medium bus (27–33 seats).
If you have a lot of luggage or want more room in the seats, you can also choose a large bus. The fare is higher accordingly.
Depending on the vehicle, a small bus (21–25 seats) may not fit 23 people, so check the number of seats before deciding.
FAQ
- What should we do about the driver's lunch?
- In most cases, customers arrange it. If you tell the restaurant how many drivers there are, it may be able to prepare meals for the drivers. This is not mandatory.
- Can we eat boxed lunches (bento) on the bus?
- Yes, you can. Please take your trash with you.
- Does the fare change if our group grows or shrinks from 23 people?
- As long as you stay within the seating capacity of the medium bus, the fare is the same even if the number of people changes. If you exceed the capacity, the bus type changes, and so does the fare.
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