Why choose this Osaka tour ?

Explorer Tours offers small group tours where we operate our private luxury vehicle with a max capacity of 12 guests. Our tour conductor accompanies our guests to every destination, offering insight of each amazing spot you visit. Our tour conductors spend time with each passengers, giving everyone equal opportunity to ask questions and help take pictures with. Enjoy a stroll in Arashiyama surrounded by nature. Walk inside the historic Ninna-ji Temple Palace, and see the craftsmanship of each building. Experience the tall bamboos of the bamboo grove, and bask in the beauty of the Kinkakuji Temple accompanied by our team.

Our tour conductors and drivers are licensed and trained professionally, so you are sure to be taken care of during your tour.

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What makes Full Day Guided Tour to Kyoto Arashiyama from Osaka by Van a unique experience ?

Meet your tour conductor either in Shinsaibashi or Umeda DT Tower, and board our comfortable, luxurious private vehicle and travel 1.2hrs from Osaka to Arashiyama, Kyoto.

Before entering Tenryuji, your tour conductor will hand you an entry ticket. Once inside the temple grounds, your tour conductor will walk you around the grounds and show you points of interest and share with you the history of Tenryuji, and its historical importance.

After leaving Tenryuji Temple, follow your tour conductor on foot toward Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. Enjoy a walk through the tranquil and beautiful Bamboo forest and relax with the sounds of nature and ray of light peering through the tall branches of the bamboos.

Arashiyama Town area is where you will have your free-time and lunch break. Walk around the area and visit souvenir stores that offer trinkets, fans, or incense, to traditional hand made products such has had drawn folding fans, and chopsticks. Enjoy your lunch in one of the local restaurants, or grab a coffee at the near-by cafe and enjoy the nature and fresh air.

After lunch, meet your tour conductor and make your way to Ninna-ji Temple on board our private vehicle. Once at Ninna-ji Temple, enter the great Nio gates of Ninna-ji and proceed to the palace of Ninna-ji Temple. Your tour conductor will show guide you through the palace structure and beautiful garden.

After leaving Ninna-ji temple, head towards Kinkakuji Temple, also known as The Golden Pavilion. Once at Kinkakuji Temple, walk around the temple grounds and towards the front of the Golden Pavilion. You will be shown the garden area of the temple grounds, and your tour conductor will share information about the importance of this iconic temple and structure.

After Kinkakuji Temple, board our private vehicle and make your way back to Osaka. You can ask follow up questions, or advice in Osaka from your tour conductor. Please specify your drop-off point to your tour conductor.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels


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    Your tour conductor will hand you your entry tickets before entering each site.

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  • This Tour is Provided by Explorer Tours.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Tokyo.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 1 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 12 Travelers is accepted for booking.