Kyoto Guided Afternoon Tour from Kyoto or Osaka
- Explore Kyoto's most distinctive temples and shrines on this popular half-day tour
- Experience Japan's most-wanted destination - Fushimi Inari's thousands of iconic red torii gates
- Marvel at 1,000 ancient Buddhist statues at historic Sanjusangen-do Temple
- Enjoy stunning Kyoto views from World Heritage Kiyomizu-dera Temple
- "Kyoto Afternoon with Night Tour" package combines our Kyoto afternoon tour and an evening tour where you can experience traditional culture
- The departure point can be selected from either Kyoto or Osaka
- Travel comfortably with licensed English guide and air-conditioned bus year-round
What to expect
Discover Kyoto's spiritual essence on this half-day guided tour visiting three iconic sites with a National Licensed English Guide.
Explore Fushimi Inari Taisha with its famous thousand vermillion torii gates creating mystical tunnels - Japan's most photographed shrine. Visit Sanjusangen-do Temple housing 1,001 golden Kannon statues from the 13th century in the world's longest wooden hall. Conclude at UNESCO World Heritage Kiyomizu-dera Temple for panoramic city views and traditional shopping.
Expert commentary brings 1,300 years of Buddhist and Shinto history to life. Perfect for experiencing Kyoto's essential spiritual sites in one unforgettable afternoon. For complete cultural immersion, consider adding our evening Gion Corner experience featuring traditional Japanese performing arts.






Reviews
We wanted an afternoon tour and this fit the bill. There were three locations visited. We got to spend the adequate amount of time in experience the main attraction. Our tour guide was efficient, sometimes funny, and very upbeat. Our group had approximately 40 persons, which was larger than I had expected, but am not surprised, given that we were visiting Kyoto in the peak of the very popular cherry blossom season. Unfortunately, the chilly on/off rain, and immensely huge crowds at each locale put a damper to my personal enjoyment, but the tour itself did what it was supposed to do. We got to see some iconic spots and were professionally transported by Sunrise Tours with ease between each one, on a very comfortable tour bus. I would recommend this tour if you're short on time or don't want to tour earlier in the day.
Very enjoyable tour. Our tour guide, KC (or Casey? not sure of the spelling) was very professional. It was extremely hot in Kyoto and he constantly checked with everyone during the tour if we were okay. The bus was also comfortable with good air conditioning. My only suggestion would be to provide clearer bathroom breaks at each site. In summary, I enjoyed the tour and would recommend it !
Our tour guide was very accommodating and humorous although we noticed he appeared to be a senior citizen. Yet he had the energy to handle all the demands of the trip. Very pleased that we were picked up on time at the appointed place although we were the only group from Osaka. And we were accompanied back to where we were picked up.
This's realy nice trip! i will introduce to my friend for their trip in next few months.
We thoroughly enjoyed the tour in Kyoto. Our tour guide Saiko was very informative, funny and helpful. The tour was just what my family and I wanted - a very quick and fun way to discover beautiful Kyoto through sacred temples, shrines and food. Everything was timed and systematic so this is not for anyone who wants to just take their time. Thank you Klook for taking care of our reservations. We will definitely do this tour the next time we're back.
The tour itself is quite brief but it gives you an overview of Kyoto. The tour guide and the transfer guides are very helpful. They will assist you throughout the whole process. It was our first time booking a tour with Klook but Sunrise Tours were just great that we would use Klook again for our Tokyo trip on December
Unfortunately it was raining heavily all day, but we made the most of our visits. Tour guide spoke good English and was very knowledgeable. Felt like the schedule could have added a few minutes on the first two locations for purchasing souvenirs. Otherwise would highly recommend. I visited 2 of the 3 places before and i think it's more convenient taking the tour bus if you're with family.
Nice tour guide. Pleasant experience. Will definitely come again.
We love this short kyoto tour because it's shows us the beauty of kyoto
As usual I have not been desapointed by this tour booked through klook :)
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Top attractions in Kyoto
- 1 Arashiyama
- 2 Fushimi Inari Taisha
- 3 Kiyomizudera Temple
- 4 Sanzen-in Temple
- 5 Kinkakuji Temple
- 6 Gion
- 7 Nishiki Market
- 8 Nijō Castle
- 9 Arashiyama Bamboo Forest
- 10 Fushimi Jikkokubune
- 11 Kyoto Station
- 12 Kyoto Imperial Palace
- 13 Pontocho
- 14 Kamo River
- 15 Toei Kyoto Studio Park
- 16 Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama
- 17 Ninenzaka
- 18 Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
- 19 Kurama Hot Spring
- 20 Sanjusangen-do Temple




