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Guide: English-speaking guide service is included.

Osaka - Kyoto
Leave Osaka for Kyoto aboard a JR rapid train(non-reserved seats) with an English-Speaking tour conductor.

Nijo Castle
The Kyoto Residence of the Tokugawa Shogun built in 1603, Nijo Castle is noted for the contrast of its solemn appearance and gorgeous interiors.

Golden Pavilion
The most authentic and exquisite Japanese style garden in the world, plus the celebrated Golden Pavilion.

Kyoto Imperial Palace
The ancient Imperial Palace clearly shows the Japanese taste for purity, simplicity and calmness.

Kyoto Handicraft Center
Enjoy a buffet lunch (free soft drinks included except alcoholic drink)and shopping at Kyoto Handicraft Center.

Heian Shrine
Graceful old court life is reflected in the brightly colored shrine with its vermillion pillars and green roof, and in its enchanting inner gardens and ponds.

Sanju-Sangendo Hall
A renowned long wooden hall housing all of 1,001 statues of Kannon that date back to the 13th century.

Kiyomizu Temple
A quaint old lane lined with pottery shops leads to the temple. Enjoy a sweeping view of the entire city from its lofty terrace.

Kyoto - Osaka
Return to Osaka aboard a JR rapid train(non-reserved seats) with an English-Speaking assistant. Train ticket from pick-up hotel to Kyoto and Kyoto to JR Osaka Station are included in the tour fare. Tour disbands on arrival at JR Osaka Station between 18:00-19:00.

Please Note:
Costing will vary from time to time depending on the exchange rate. The final rate will be confirmed at time of booking confirmation.
Baggage carriage is not included. Please carry your baggage on your own.

Remarks:
1.Journey between Osaka and Kyoto will be accompanied by an English-speaking tour assistant and use public transportation(JR train).
2.On Saturdays,Sundays,public holidays Kyoto Imperial Palace is closed.The tour will visit Nishi Honganji instead.This includes before and after the public viewing of the Kyoto Imperial Palace in April and October,three days before and after Aoi Festival(May 15) and when there is an Imperial Household event.
3.Please note you are asked your full name,nationality,gender and age to follow necessary procedures before entering the Kyoto Imperial Palace.
4.On Tuesdays in Jan.,Jul.,Aug.,and Dec.or Wednesday if Tuesday is national holiday,Nijo castle is closed.The tour will visit Ryoanji Temple or Daitokuji Daisen-in Temple instead.6.Heian Shrine will be replaced by Chishaku-in Temple on Oct. 22,during Jidai Festival when closed to the public.
5.Drop-off service to Karasuma Kyoto Hotel is not available on the days of Gion Festival(Jul.14-16).