Private 1-Day Guided Tour of Mount Koya | A Sample Itinerary for the World Heritage Site of Mount Koya

Take a train and cable car from Osaka to explore the World Heritage Site of Mount Koya in one day. In the morning, visit Mount Koya's Daimon Gate, the gateway to the mountain; Danjogaran, the center of Shingon Esoteric Buddhism; and Kongobuji Temple, the head temple. In the afternoon, visit the Tokugawa family mausoleum, and finally Okunoin, Mount Koya's greatest attraction.

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Required time

Duration: 8 hours

Transportation

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Location

Introduction

Mount Koya is a place where history and nature blend beautifully. While walking alone is fun, the real joy of this tour is touring with a professional guide, allowing you to experience the charm of stories and details that you wouldn't notice just by looking. Starting from Osaka, this one-day trip will give you a deep understanding of the sacred site, including temple architecture, Buddhist history, and majestic cemeteries. With a guide who can speak foreign languages, this tour is also recommended for those who want to learn more about the culture and background.

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From Osaka Namba to Koyasan by train and cable car: 2 hours

Koyasan Station

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Kongobuji Temple

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The kitchen inside Kongobu-ji Temple

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Wrap up your day around 5 PM, taking the cable car down the mountain and a relaxing train ride back to Osaka, reflecting on your visit to this tranquil and historic place.

What's included in the tour?

・Guide fees

・Admission fees to each tourist spot with the guide / Lunch

What is not included in the tour

・Lunch (approximately 2,500 yen)

・Public transportation (approximately 3,700 yen)

・Admission fee to Kongobuji Temple (1,000 yen)

What you need to know

This tour is stroller and buggy accessible for families with young children.

・Pets can also participate in the experience.

Convenient access to public transport.

Infants must have their own seating arrangement and are not permitted to sit on laps.

- Infant seats will not be provided during the tour.

・This is a private day tour.

・The tour lasts approximately 8 hours.

・Tour guides available in French, English and Japanese.

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Even if you only spend one day at Mount Koya, you'll have an experience that's more than just a tourist spot. This tour is perfect for those who want to experience this sacred place, where nature, Buddhism, history, and faith intersect, with a quiet sense of emotion. The next time you visit, be sure to experience the true essence of Mount Koya on this private guided tour.

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