Kyoto Top Highlights 1 Day Bus Tour with Geisha Show Included
Book now Discover the best of Kyoto in one perfectly organized day with this comfortable and efficient guided tour. Instead of navigating complex transport and scattered sights on your own, relax as we take you smoothly between Kyoto’s must-see temples, shrines, and scenic districts. Travel by air-conditioned coach, enjoy included admission tickets, and experience iconic highlights such as historic hillside temples, tranquil Zen gardens, atmospheric bamboo groves, and vibrant shrine pathways. With expert guidance and a well-paced itinerary that maximizes sightseeing while minimizing travel time, this tour is the ideal way to experience Kyoto’s rich culture, history, and beauty—stress-free and unforgettable.
After your tour, join a geisha show in one of the five geisha districts in Kyoto. With only around 50 maikos (apprentice geisha) left in Kyoto, this is a one in a lifetime experience
Description
After your tour, join a geisha show in one of the five geisha districts in Kyoto. With only around 50 maikos (apprentice geisha) left in Kyoto, this is a one in a lifetime experience
Rates & Schedule
1 Day Bus Tour
- Start times
- 09:00 ~
- Participants
- Adult (18 - 85), Child (6 - 17) · 1–15 guests per booking
- Adult
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- (1 ~ 4 guests) JPY 10,000
- (5 ~ 10 guests) JPY 9,000
- (11 ~ 15 guests) JPY 8,000
- Child
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- (1 ~ 4 guests) JPY 10,000
- (5 ~ 10 guests) JPY 9,000
- (11 ~ 15 guests) JPY 8,000
What's included?
Air-conditioned vehicle
English-Speaking Guide
Admission for Fushimi Inari Taisha
1 Hour Geisha Show
English-Speaking Guide
Admission for Fushimi Inari Taisha
1 Hour Geisha Show
Exclusions
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Please note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
Cancellation policy
Standard Viator policy
Advanced
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day(s) or less before the event
- No cancellation fee applies if booking is cancelled more than 1 day(s) before the event
More Info
Activity Type
Day tour or activity
Booking in advance
Cut off: 5 hour(s)
Duration
8 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Know before you go
Minimum age of participants is: 6
Categories
- Cultural And Theme Tours
- Bus Or Minivan Tour
- Luxury And Special Occasions
- Luxury
Area
Kyoto
Time
Morning
Experience
Cultural Performance (Geisha/Maiko), Sightseeing Walk, Temples & Shrines
Live tour guide
- Guided: English
Itinerary
1
Meeting Point
You can start this experience at the following places. Please note that the meeting point may be subject to minor changes. We will contact you via WhatsApp, phone, or other means after your booking is confirmed.
Tully’s Coffee - Kyoto Avanti
601-8003 Kyoto 京都市南区
2
Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most iconic World Heritage sites, famous for its wooden main hall built without the use of nails. Perched on the hillside of eastern Kyoto, the temple offers spectacular panoramic views of the city. Visitors can also explore the surrounding historic streets, lined with traditional shops and seasonal scenery.
1-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama-ku, 605-0862 Kyoto
3
Sanjusangendo is renowned for its breathtaking hall containing 1,001 life-sized statues of Senju Kannon, the Buddhist goddess of mercy. The long wooden hall creates a powerful and serene atmosphere, making it one of Kyoto’s most impressive cultural and spiritual experiences.
657 Sanjusangendo Mawaricho, Higashiyama-Ku, , 605-0941 Kyoto
4
Walk through the famous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where towering bamboo stalks create a magical and tranquil pathway. The sound of the wind through the bamboo and the soft filtered light make this one of the most photogenic and memorable spots in Kyoto.
Ukyo-ku, , 616-0007 Kyoto
5
Tenryu-ji is a UNESCO World Heritage Zen temple famous for its beautiful landscape garden, which has remained largely unchanged for over 700 years. The garden perfectly blends mountains, pond, and seasonal plants, offering a classic example of traditional Japanese garden design.
68 Saga Tenryuji Susukinobabacho, Ukyo-ku, 616-8385 Kyoto
6
Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is one of Kyoto’s most famous landmarks. Covered in gold leaf, the stunning pavilion reflects beautifully on the surrounding pond, creating a picture-perfect scene. This World Heritage site symbolizes the elegance of classical Japanese aesthetics.
1 Kinkakujicho, Kita-ku, , 603-8361 Kyoto
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Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of Japan’s most popular shrines, best known for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates forming scenic pathways up Mount Inari. Dedicated to the deity of prosperity and success, visitors can walk through the gates at their own pace, making this an unforgettable and flexible experience to conclude the day.
68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi-ku, , 612-0882 Kyoto
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