Kyoto Morning From Osaka
Start the day off with a train ride from Osaka to Kyoto, Japan's capital from 794 to 1868. Visit Nijo Castle, the residence of the Tokugawa era shoguns, and marvel at the gold-leaf covered Golden Pavilion, which houses sacred relics of Buddha. Take a stroll around the Golden Pavilion's garden, renowned for its exquisite beauty. Take a walk through Kyoto Imperial Palace before watching craftsmen work their trade at the Kyoto Handicraft Centre, where you can purchase locally-made items.
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Price (child) : JPY8,300 (7,300) Days or Time : 7:40am - 14:00pm Days Available : Daily Destination : Kyoto (Nijo Castle / Golden Pavilion / Kyoto Imperial Palace / Kyoto Handicraft Centre) Include : ► Return transfer ► Admission Fees ► English Speaking Guide
Highlight :
| No | Event / Visit |
|---|---|
| 1 |
Nijo Castle
The Kyoto Residence of the Tokugawa Shogun built in 1603, Nijo Castle is noted for the contrast of its solemn appearance and gorgeous interiors. |
| 2 |
Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)
The most authentic and exquisite Japanese-style garden in the world, plus the celebrated Golden Pavilion. |
| 3 |
Kyoto Imperial Palace
The ancient Imperial Palace clearly shows the Japanese taste for purity, simplicity and calmness. |
| 4 |
Kyoto Handicraft Centre
Enjoy demonstrations of Japanese traditional arts and crafts. It's also a paradise for shopping. |
Other Information :
- Meeting place :
- Pick up service available at major hotels in Osaka. (see hotel list)
- Disband :
- Tour disbands on arrival at Osaka station between 14:00pm - 15:00pm.
- Guide :
- English Speaking Guide
- Meal :
- Not Included
- Minimum participants :
- 1 Person
- Remarks :
- 1. Journey between Osaka and Kyoto will be accompanied by an English-speaking tour assistant and use public transportation (JR train).
2. On Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays Kyoto Imperial Palace is closed. The tour will visit Nishi Honganji instead. This includes before and after the public viewing of the Kyoto Imperial Palace in April and October, three days before and after Aoi Festival (May 15) and when there is an Imperial Household event.
3. On Tuesdays in Jan, Jul, Aug, and Dec or Wednesday if Tuesday in national holiday, Nijo castle is closed. The tour will visit Ryoanji Temple or Daitokuji Daisen-in Temple instead.
