Osaka & Kyoto Scenic Spots Tour | Katsuo-ji Daruma + Kyoto Arashiyama Scenery + Kinkaku-ji Pilgrimage

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Transport not included
Guide included

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Highlights

Discover the harmony of Japanese architecture, Zen aesthetics, spirituality, and nature.
Wander through Arashiyama’s scenic bamboo forest and admire the iconic Togetsukyō Bridge.
Enjoy Kyoto’s seasonal landscapes and serene natural beauty along the way.
Visit Katsuo-ji Temple and experience the traditional Daruma ritual of making a wish.
Explore UNESCO-listed Kinkaku-ji, the renowned Golden Pavilion reflected in Mirror Pond.

About this experience

If you have any questions, please click the icon to the left of "Book Now" to contact our online customer service. For travel tomorrow or the day after, please contact customer support to update the stock before you check out. At the ancient Katsuo-ji Temple, experience the spiritual ritual of painting the eyes on a Daruma doll to make a wish, embarking on a journey of faith and good fortune. Stroll along the bamboo forest path in Arashiyama and Togetsukyō Bridge, listening to the wind through the leaves and watching the water reflect the mountains. Immerse yourself in the poetic scenery that changes with the seasons, experiencing Kyoto's serene and timeless natural beauty. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kinkaku-ji, where the golden pavilion reflects on the Mirror Pond, blending brilliance with tranquility to showcase the architectural artistry and Zen aesthetics of Japan's Muromachi period.

What to expect

Begin your journey at Katsuo-ji Temple, a peaceful destination known for its Daruma dolls and spiritual traditions. Take part in the symbolic Daruma eye-painting ritual and make a personal wish while exploring the temple grounds and surrounding scenery.

In Arashiyama, enjoy a leisurely walk through the bamboo forest and across the scenic Togetsukyō Bridge. Admire the changing seasonal landscapes before visiting Kinkaku-ji, where the iconic Golden Pavilion and tranquil Mirror Pond create one of Kyoto’s most celebrated views.

What's included

Bus
Tour guide
Transportation service fee

Not included

Pick-up/drop-off
Main attraction ticket for Kinkaku-ji
Main attraction ticket for Tenryu-ji
Main attraction ticket for Katsuo-ji
Child safety seat
Use of audio guide equipment
Gratuities

Things to note

Infants are charged the same as adults, please pay the same fee as adults.
Not suitable for wheelchair participation.

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