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Arashiyama & Sanzen-In Day Tour From Osaka: Visit Kyoto’s Classic Spots

2.60· 5 reviews

Highlights

  • Visit two must-see areas in Kyoto
  • Enjoy the seasonal beauty of cherry blossoms and autumn leaves
  • A guide fluent in Chinese, English, and Japanese will accompany the tour

What to expect

Join a day tour to Kyoto's popular spots, Arashiyama and Sanzen-in. Enjoy the seasonal beauty of ancient trees and moss at Sanzen-in. Then, explore the stunning landscapes of Arashiyama, including Togetsukyo Bridge and the Bamboo Grove.

About this experience

Starting at
08:40

Schedule

  1. —
    Meet at Nihombashi Station, Exit 2
  2. —
    Departure
    *All visits to tourist spots are self-guided. Guides will only provide information.
  3. —
    Sanzen-in
    Located in Ohara, Kyoto City, Sanzen-in is a Tendai sect temple. The expansive grounds feature towering ancient trees, lush moss, and gentle streams. Visitors can enjoy seasonal beauty.

    *Lunch is on your own (at your own expense).
  4. —
    Arashiyama
    Arashiyama offers stunning views of cherry blossoms in spring and autumn foliage. Key attractions include the iconic Togetsukyo Bridge, the UNESCO World Heritage site Tenryu-ji Temple, and the Bamboo Grove Path. Relax at the foot bath located on the Randen Arashiyama Sta. platform after exploring.
  5. —
    ★Sagano Romantic Train Recommended!
    This scenic train runs 7.3 km from Saga Station to Kameoka Station, offering views of the Hozu River and surrounding mountains. It's especially popular during cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.

    *The train fare is not included.
    *It's out of service every year from January to February.
  6. —
    Tour Ends at Nihombashi Station

Location and Directions

  • Check-in / Check-out

    Nihombashi Station, Exit 2

    1-3-6 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

    Nihombashi Station, Exit 2 — 1-3-6 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

Reviews

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The day trip tour to Arashiyama and Sanzen-in in Kyoto was disappointing.
Posted Date: 2024/10/19
Yoko
The guide spoke mostly in Chinese and only mentioned the meeting time and place in Japanese. I was looking forward to explanations in English, but there were none, which was disappointing. The driving of the microbus was rough and scary. I felt that the tour price was high, especially since the entrance fee and meal costs were not included.ガイドは、ずっと中国語を話し、日本語では集合時間と集合場所を言うぐらいでした。英語ての説明を楽しみにしたのに、それは一切なく、残念でした。
マイクロバスの運転も荒つぼく、怖かったです。
拝観料、食事代も含まれず、ツアー代は高いと感じました。
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Reply from the operator
I sincerely apologize for any discomfort caused. A staff member who can assist in Japanese, Chinese, or English will accompany the tour (there are hints on the product page). However, please understand that we will provide guidance in three languages, so it may not always be in a native language. We will strive to improve in the future, and I apologize once again.不快な思いをさせてしまい、大変失礼いたしました。ツアーによって日本語、中国語または英語対応ができる係員が同行します。(製品ページにヒントがございます）ただし、トリリンガルで案内しますので、必ずしもネイティブな言語でのご案内はできませんので、予めご了承ください。
今後改善に努めます、お詫び申し上げます。
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It wasn't good.
Posted Date: 2025/02/06
保栄茂
When we arrived at the meeting place, the tourist bus parking lot, we found that almost all the tour buses had the GOGODAY flag displayed. We searched for our bus, but there was none to be found. While we were standing there, a foreign guide approached us, and just when we thought we could finally board, we were told that the bus wasn't parked in the lot. Instead, we had to walk about 200 meters to a convenience store parking lot, where we found not a bus, but a 10-seater Hiace wagon. We ended u… When we arrived at the meeting place, the tourist bus parking lot, we found that almost all the tour buses had the GOGODAY flag displayed. We searched for our bus, but there was none to be found. While we were standing there, a foreign guide approached us, and just when we thought we could finally board, we were told that the bus wasn't parked in the lot. Instead, we had to walk about 200 meters to a convenience store parking lot, where we found not a bus, but a 10-seater Hiace wagon. We ended up being exactly 10 passengers. As expected, the interior was so cramped that we could barely move. During the ride to our first destination, the uncomfortable vehicle made me feel unwell, and I decided that I couldn't take it anymore, so I canceled the tour. After that, I returned to Kyoto Station using public transportation. 集合場所、観光バス駐車場でGOGODAYの旗の下に集合ということで行ってみると ほとんどのツアーバスがGOGODAYの旗が掲げられてて、私達が乗るバスを探し回るが該当するバスは無く、その場で佇んでいたら、外国人のガイドさんから声がかかり、やっと乗れると思いきや、バスは駐車場内には止めて無いと言う事で200ｍ程歩かされたコンビニの駐車場で、そこに待機してたのはバスで無く10名乗りのハイエースワゴンに私達乗って丁度10名の客が乗りました、案の定車内は身動きもできないほどのキツキツな状態で最初の目的地までの道中、快適とは言… 集合場所、観光バス駐車場でGOGODAYの旗の下に集合ということで行ってみると ほとんどのツアーバスがGOGODAYの旗が掲げられてて、私達が乗るバスを探し回るが該当するバスは無く、その場で佇んでいたら、外国人のガイドさんから声がかかり、やっと乗れると思いきや、バスは駐車場内には止めて無いと言う事で200ｍ程歩かされたコンビニの駐車場で、そこに待機してたのはバスで無く10名乗りのハイエースワゴンに私達乗って丁度10名の客が乗りました、案の定車内は身動きもできないほどのキツキツな状態で最初の目的地までの道中、快適とは言えない車に揺られながらいると気分がすぐれなくなり、これ以上無理だと思い このツアーをあきらめてキャンセルしました。その後 公共交通機関で京都駅までもどりました。
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Reply from the operator
We sincerely apologize for the shortcomings that prevented a pleasant start to your tour. We will strive to improve in the areas that were lacking. Thank you for your continued support.お客様へ快い始まりのツアーに至らない点がありましたこと、心よりお詫び申し上げます。
足りない点は改善に努めます。これからもよろしくお願いいたします。
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I thought of it as a means of transportation.
Posted Date: 2024/11/25
Kiki.t
I wasn't surprised since I had seen previous posts, but most of the participants were from China, and the explanations were also in Chinese. It seemed that the guide couldn't speak much Japanese, so I asked about the meeting time and place and then had some free time. If you use it purely as a means of transportation, I think there won't be any issues. The Chinese participants also had good manners on the bus; it was quiet and comfortable. In the morning, the bus arrived just in time, and there … I wasn't surprised since I had seen previous posts, but most of the participants were from China, and the explanations were also in Chinese. It seemed that the guide couldn't speak much Japanese, so I asked about the meeting time and place and then had some free time. If you use it purely as a means of transportation, I think there won't be any issues. The Chinese participants also had good manners on the bus; it was quiet and comfortable. In the morning, the bus arrived just in time, and there was no announcement, which made me a bit anxious. I think it would have been better if someone had provided guidance in advance. 以前の書き込みを見ていたので、驚きはありませんでしたが、ほとんどが中国の方で、説明も中国語でした。ガイドさんもあまり日本語が話せないようで、集合時間と場所を聞いて、自由行動しました。交通手段として割り切って利用すれば、問題ないかと思います。中国の方もバスの中でのマナーも良く、静かで快適でした。朝、バスがギリギリに到着し、案内掲示がなかったので、ちょっと不安でした。事前に係の人が案内していただければ良いかと思いました。
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Reply from the operator
We sincerely apologize for not being able to meet your request. A staff member who can assist in Japanese, Chinese, or English will accompany you on the tour (there are hints on the product page). However, please understand that we will provide guidance in three languages, so it may not always be in your native language.ご要望に応じることができず、誠に申し訳ありません。
ツアーによって日本語、中国語または英語対応ができる係員が同行します。(製品ページにヒントがございます）ただし、トリリンガルで案内しますので、必ずしもネイティブな言語でのご案内はできませんので、予めご了承ください。
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Struggling to find the tour bus.
Posted Date: 2024/11/21
リリ
I struggled to find the tour bus at the crowded meeting point filled with sightseeing buses. There was no display of the tour name, so every time a bus arrived, I had to confirm with the driver, only to be told it was the wrong one, which increased my anxiety. Finally, when I received a call on my mobile, it turned out to be the bus I had checked once before. The guide mentioned that there was a Chinese participant on the list, which led to the mix-up. I began to lose trust in the service.

Howeve… I struggled to find the tour bus at the crowded meeting point filled with sightseeing buses. There was no display of the tour name, so every time a bus arrived, I had to confirm with the driver, only to be told it was the wrong one, which increased my anxiety. Finally, when I received a call on my mobile, it turned out to be the bus I had checked once before. The guide mentioned that there was a Chinese participant on the list, which led to the mix-up. I began to lose trust in the service.

However, the Chinese guide repeatedly apologized and showed genuine concern, which helped ease my feelings of distrust. I believe that if the tour name were displayed on the bus, it would go much more smoothly. Other Chinese tours also lacked this display, while Japanese companies had clear signage. I hope for improvements in this area. 観光バスでごった返す集合場所でツアーバスを探すのに苦労した。
ツアー名の表示がないのでバスが到着する度に運転手に確認するも、違うと言われ不安ばかりが増す。やっと携帯電話に連絡が入ると一度確認したバス。ガイドが名簿に中国人の参加者とあったので間違えたとのこと。業務に不信を持つ。
中国人ガイドがひたすら謝罪してくれたことや声かけ、心遣いが感じられ不信感は薄らいだ。
バスにツアー名の表記があればスムーズにいくと思われる。他の中国系のツアーは同じように表記なし。日本の会社はきちんと表記あり。改善求む。
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Reply from the operator
Thank you for your feedback; I will report it to the company. I appreciate your comments.ご意見を拝聴いたします、会社に報告する所存でございます。ご指摘ありがとうございます。
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I was taken along.
Posted Date: 2026/07/01
ちゃ
I participated on a weekday in June. I was the only Japanese person (laughs), and the other five were from China. Since there were only a few of us, we were transported in a smaller microbus, a Nissan Caravan. The guide, who was also the driver, was Chinese. I boarded the vehicle after confirming the green number plate.

Most of the explanations were in Chinese, but they were considerate of me, and since I was alone, I was allowed to sit in the front passenger seat. It felt like a fun drive.

When w… I participated on a weekday in June. I was the only Japanese person (laughs), and the other five were from China. Since there were only a few of us, we were transported in a smaller microbus, a Nissan Caravan. The guide, who was also the driver, was Chinese. I boarded the vehicle after confirming the green number plate.

Most of the explanations were in Chinese, but they were considerate of me, and since I was alone, I was allowed to sit in the front passenger seat. It felt like a fun drive.

When we arrived at Sanzen-in, they told us what time to return. It was nice not to feel pressured. The time was set for two hours, but about an hour and a half in, the guide contacted me to ask if we could move on early. Of course, I returned right away.

Although we had planned three hours in Arashiyama, they said we would add the time we cut short at Sanzen-in here. Since I had been to Arashiyama several times, I took my time at a nearby hot spring facility.

Just being taken to Sanzen-in was satisfying. I think it would be quite difficult without a car. Of course, from there, we headed to Arashiyama, and I don't think it was bad at all.

I would like to request this again when I want to go to Sanzen-in. 6月の平日に参加しました。
日本人は私だけ(笑)他は、中国の方5名でした。人数もすくなかったので、マイクロバスの小さめな感じ、ニッサンのキャラバンでの送迎。ガイドさん兼運転手のかたも中国のひと。車はミドリナンバーを確認の上乗り込みました。
ほぼ、中国語での説明でしたが、私にも気をつかってくれ、1人だったので助手席に座らせていただきました。ドライブ気分で楽しかったです。
三千院についたら、何時に戻ってきてね、のパターン。気を遣わずよかったてす。時間は2時間でしたが、1時間半くらおでガイドさんから早めに移動しま… 6月の平日に参加しました。
日本人は私だけ(笑)他は、中国の方5名でした。人数もすくなかったので、マイクロバスの小さめな感じ、ニッサンのキャラバンでの送迎。ガイドさん兼運転手のかたも中国のひと。車はミドリナンバーを確認の上乗り込みました。
ほぼ、中国語での説明でしたが、私にも気をつかってくれ、1人だったので助手席に座らせていただきました。ドライブ気分で楽しかったです。
三千院についたら、何時に戻ってきてね、のパターン。気を遣わずよかったてす。時間は2時間でしたが、1時間半くらおでガイドさんから早めに移動しませんか？と連絡あり。もちろん、すぐもどりました。
嵐山で3時間の予定が、三千院で早めに切上げたぶんここでプラスします、とのこと。
嵐山へは何度かきているので、近くの温浴施設でゆっくり、させてもらいました。

三千院まで連れていってくれた、というだけで満足ですね。車でないとなかなか厳しいと思います。もちろん、そこから嵐山ですし
悪くないと思います。

三千院に行きたいときはまたお願いいたします。
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