8 hours
Guided in English
Private tour
Mobile ticket

Highlights

Embark on a captivating private tour from Kyoto Station, where the breathtaking hydrangeas are the undisputed highlight. Wander through the thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine, then immerse yourselves in the vibrant colors of Mimuroto-ji Temple and Fujimori Shrine, home to thousands of stunning hydrangea plants. You'll also explore the historic town of Uji and marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage Byodo-in Temple. This customizable tour is perfect for garden lovers and culture enthusiasts, with options for comfortable chartered car travel or an authentic public transportation experience.

Inclusions

What's included

Admission fee is included in the plan. (Mimuroto-ji Temple, Byodoin Temple, Fujinomori Shrine)
Vehicle fee(in stated as included in the private car plan)
English guide
round-trip transportation costs(in stated as included in the public transport plan)

What's not

Meals

Itinerary

- Public transport plan Meet Guide at the Central Gate of JR Kyoto Station (In front of JR Ticket office) 8:13 Departure from Kyoto Station (JR Nara Line) - Private car plan Departure from Kyoto Station(Hachijo Exit)-Tourist Bus Parking. - Please meet the guide by 9:00 AM in front of the Kyoto AVANTI Building. Or Pick up at your hotel
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Wander through the breathtaking thousands of vermilion torii gates that create a stunning pathway up the sacred mountain.
1 h
The beauty of the vast garden of about 5,000 ㎡ with approximately 50 varieties and 20,000 hydrangea plants in full bloom. Fun to look for heart-shaped hydrangea.
1 hAdmission included
Lunch on your own at Byodoin Omotesando - Please note that lunch fee is not included.
1 h
The historical value of the Amida Hall built in the Heian period (794-1192), its beautiful appearance as if it were floating on a pond, and the Buddhist art inside, which is a national treasure.
1 hAdmission included
There are two hydrangea gardens on the grounds, the First Hydrangea Garden (Fujisho-en) and the Second Hydrangea Garden, with approximately 3,500 colorful hydrangea plants to enjoy. Hana-Tezui, decorated with hydrangeas, is another attraction.
1 hAdmission included
17:00 Public transport plan: Ends at Kyoto Station 17:30 Private car plan: Ends at Kyoto Station or your hotel
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Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Know before you go

Meeting point: Private car plan :Departure from Kyoto Station(Hachijo Exit)-in front of AVANTI at 9:00
Pickup: Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by: H.I.S.Co., Ltd.

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a private tour. Only your group will participate.
You can customize it as you like. If you have any requests please let us know in advance. If you want to change your schedule even on the tour day, your guide is always happy to help you.
You can skip the spot where you don't go (in this case we do not refund any fees) or change it with another place.
If you add some new spots by your request, please pay the ticket fee on the spot. (Note that you may need to pay extra transportation fee)
Please ensure you arrive promptly at the designated meeting place.

How it compares in Kyoto

Its from-price is 21% above the median of the 213 day trips we list in Kyoto.
Its length is typical for the group.

About Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan's imperial capital for over a thousand years, is a city of temples, gardens, wooden townhouses and refined traditions.

The city holds many of Japan's most treasured sites. Fushimi Inari Taisha's thousands of vermilion torii gates climb a wooded mountain, Kinkaku-ji's Golden Pavilion shimmers over its pond, and Kiyomizu-dera's wooden stage juts from the hillside above the city. The rock garden of Ryoan-ji and the mossy grounds of Ginkaku-ji invite quiet contemplation.

Top-ranked sights in Kyoto: Fushimi Inari Shrine (Fushimi Inari Taisha), Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

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