Ohara Sanzenin and Hieizan Enryakuji Temple Tour by KYOTO Sightseeing“OKOSHI”Bus

Highlights

• A highly satisfying bus tour packed with highlights.
• Drive through the scenic Hieizan Driveway to get to Enryaku-ji Temple!
• Enjoy plenty of free time to explore Ohara at your own pace.

What to expect

A day trip tour extending a little from Kyoto city to visit Ohara and Hieizan Enryakuji Temple. Please enjoy the World Heritage Site that Japan is proud of, and Ohara Sanzenin, which offers beautiful scenery in every season.

About this experience

Starting at

09:40

Schedule

1. —
   Check-in at JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Terminal
2. —
   Depart from the "OKOSHI" Bus (Kyoto Sightseeing Bus) Boarding Area

   Please be sure to exchange your voucher (reservation confirmation) for a bus ticket at the KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Ticket window 10 minutes before the bus departure. It is necessary to have the bus ticket for boarding. Please make sure to arrive on time as the bus will depart as scheduled.
3. —
   Hieizan Driveway

   A toll road of about 8.1km that leads from Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture to the top of Mt. Hiei. The refreshing wind gently sways the trees along the road, and between them, you can overlook Lake Biwa and the city of Kyoto.
4. —
   Daikodo Hall and Manpaido Hall, Enryakuji Temple

   Please enjoy a visit to the Daikodo Hall and Manpaido Hall at Enryakuji Temple on Mount Hiei, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
   *Please note that Konpon Chudo Hall is currently undergoing restoration work and is not open to visitors.
5. —
   Okuhiei Driveway
6. —
   Sanzenin and Ohara Exploration
7. —
   Lunch

   Please enjoy the Michikusa Bento from Seryo.
   
   *You can enjoy it during your free time for strolling in Ohara.
8. —
   Sanzenin

   In the gardens that change their expressions with each season and the temples that stand quietly in the mountain villages, let's feel the flow of time at a leisurely pace.
   *The visiting hours for Sanzenin are included in the free stroll time.
9. —
   Free Stroll in Ohara

   Please enjoy a leisurely stroll at your own pace. It's also recommended to extend your walk a little from Sanzenin and visit treasures like Hosenin and Jikkoin.
10. —
    DOI SHIBAZUKE HONPO
11. —
    JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi KYOTO Sightseeing"OKOSHI"Bus Terminal
12. —
    Tour Ends

Location and Directions

• Check-in / Check-out

  JR Kyoto Station Karasumaguchi

  

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