[Kyoto 0005FH] This is the perfect place for your first trip to Kyoto. From Kinkakuji Temple to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

We would like to introduce Gold-Guide's recommended highlight tour: 1-day Kyoto Highlights Tour: Temple, Castle, Market and Shrine.

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1 day (8 hours)

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1-day Kyoto Highlights Tour: Temple, Castle, Market and Shrine

This is a fascinating tour of Kyoto's timeless treasures. Your first stop is the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kinkaku-ji Temple, which stands serenely amidst lush gardens. Nijo Castle, another UNESCO Heritage Site, reverberates with history through its stunning samurai architecture and magnificent paintings by 17th-century artists. Savor delicious street food and authentic local cuisine at Nishiki Market, a kaleidoscope of colors and flavors. Stroll through the bustling Teramachi-dori shopping street, where artisanal crafts and souvenirs blend traditional and modern. The enchanting approach to the shrine, with thousands of vermilion torii gates leading to the sacred heights, exudes an aura of spiritual energy and awe-inspiring beauty. Led by knowledgeable experts, this enchanting day promises unforgettable memories of the richness and grandeur of Kyoto's culture. Discover the essence of Japan's ancient spirit in just one day!

Tour details here

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Meeting point: You will meet your guide-interpreter at your accommodation in Kyoto City or at JR Kyoto Station.
After the meet, we will take a taxi to our first destination, Kinkakuji Temple.

Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion)

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Take a taxi to Nijo Castle.

Former Rikyu Nijo Castle

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Take a taxi to Nishiki Market.

Nishiki Market

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After the visit, we will have lunch. (Lunch fee is not included. Please pay on site.)
If you have any requests, please ask your guide.

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Stroll through Teramachi Shopping Street

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Take a taxi to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.

Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

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Disband: The tour ends upon arrival at your accommodation.
The end location of the tour can be changed. Please consult with your guide.

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