Amanohashidate & Ine Bay Sightseeing Boat & Kyoto Miyama Thatched Village One-Day Tour (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)

This time we chose to go to Amanohashidate and Miyama thatched roof village. We didn't go to Ine, in exchange for more visiting time. Therefore, the whole trip won't be too rushed, and we can enjoy the scenery. In the morning, we went to Amanohashidate, Kyoto by the Sea, and the scenery was very beautiful. We brought some bread ourselves to save time for lunch. (This way we have two hours to play, we can take the cable car, go down the mountain to play on the sandbar, and visit Chionji Temple) Playing on the lake at noon was very fun. It was the first time to see seagulls and eagles 🦅 so close. In the afternoon, we arrived at Miyama, Kyoto in the Mountains. We had one hour to visit the thatched roof village, which is as quiet and beautiful as a fairytale village. In addition, the tour guide, Hua Hua, was very kind, and diligently introduced the attractions, and enthusiastically helped us take pictures and reminded us of details. When we got off the bus in Osaka, he also kindly told us where to take the train with an elevator, which was more convenient. I highly recommend this trip and the tour guide, Hua Hua.

This tour was truly worth it and very well organized! We got to visit all the highlight spots — taking a boat ride to see the fishing village, going up the mountain for a beautiful panoramic view, and exploring the charming Miyama Thatched Village. The itinerary was well-planned, and the time at each stop was just right — not too rushed, not too long. One small tip for future travelers: when you go up to Amanohashidate, make sure to allow some extra time for lunch since there are only a few restaurants available there. Overall, it was a great and memorable experience that I would definitely recommend! Also tour guide is great, I cannot remember his name. He was very helpful.

Many thanks to our Easy Go tour leader, Huahua, for her professional, enthusiastic, and meticulous full-全程 guided tour and explanations. She shared insights into the unique cuisine and local customs of each attraction. Most of all, we are grateful that Huahua patiently took turns helping everyone capture classic beautiful photos at each scenic spot. During our breaks, she serenaded us with beautiful songs and shared humorous travel anecdotes, ensuring that our hot day out was filled with continuous joy. Finally, we thank our angelic tour leader, Huahua, for guiding us through mountains and seas to explore the beautiful scenery of Ine Bay and Amanohashidate. The boat ride to feed the seagulls and the personal chairlift up and down the mountain were particularly rare and enjoyable experiences. Ending our day by stepping into the beautiful, fairytale-like Miyama thatched village left us with deep and wonderful memories of today's journey.❤️❤️❤️

Highly recommend this tour itinerary to anyone who wants to have the best seaview and unique experience of Kyoto. We had the best weather on this first day of Spring and our guide Joe who recommended the best route for the most efficient travel. Our top picks are the cruise, Ine Fishing Village, chair lift at Amanohashidate and lunch near Kaisen bridge. The thatched houses were beautiful but we missed the ice-cream as we came out a little too late. The shops closed at 5pm. Overall, we have had a very fulfilling tour.

We had a wonderful trip on June 21st. Our tour guide, Mr. Lai, was very professional and diligently explained every attraction. He also provided additional information about other famous sights and Kyoto's culture. The passengers were all very punctual, which was great! I would also like to suggest to the person who plans the itineraries for this company that Ine is truly beautiful, but the stopover time was too short. I hope more time can be allocated for Ine in future plans.

This tour was fantastic. Great value for money. We never would have seen these great places on our own. Our guide Joe was the best. He was very informative and made sure we enjoyed our day to the fullest. Lovely man. Highly recommend this tour company.

recently had the pleasure of visiting Amanohashidate, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. The scenery was breathtaking — from the tranquil coastline to the iconic sandbar stretching across the bay, every viewpoint felt like a postcard. The atmosphere was peaceful and refreshing, making it a perfect getaway to enjoy nature and relax. A special thank-you to our wonderful tour guide (Joe) for the warm guidance throughout the trip. His clear explanations, helpful tips, and thoughtful arrangements made the entire visit smooth, enjoyable, and meaningful. I truly appreciate the effort in sharing the history, culture, and beauty of Amanohashidate with us. I highly recommend a visit to Amanohashidate — and even more so with such an excellent guide leading the way.

Our guide Mr Joe was incredibly friendly and kind. I love the itinerary so much where we were guided on transportation without worries, also given self guided time to walk freely. Worth the value and highly recommended for a stress-free traveling day.

On February 20th, I went with Director Lai. The itinerary started in Kyoto and ended in Osaka. Each person could bring one large piece of luggage, which is suitable for those returning from Kyoto to Osaka and also allows for a day trip. The itinerary included riding a cable car to Amanohashidate, and after a self-funded lunch, we took a boat trip out to sea. Director Lai even treated us to shrimp crackers, and we could feed the seagulls on the boat. The seagulls chased the sightseeing boat along the way, and everyone had a great time. The most honorable thing was that more than ten of us could charter the boat, and the pedestrian bridge connecting the sandbar was also opened for our boat, which was super exciting! Miyama is just a small village, but it is very quiet and beautiful. Ten years ago, I took the railway and then a bus, which took about 2 hours from Kyoto. Now, with the tour group, it's comfortable and saves a lot of effort. Highly recommended!

Our tour guide, Lai, was excellent – punctual and with clear explanations. Our group wasn't large, so the vehicle had plenty of space. Both Lai and the driver were great. Lai told us the best places to take photos, and the tour included a boat trip where the kids had a lot of fun feeding the seagulls. Our whole family was very satisfied.