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Kyoto Discovery

Duration
3 Days
Prices:
On request

MODERATE | TAILOR-MADE: Visit the majestic shrines of Japan’s ancient capital. Kyoto offers travelers the chance to experience the history and tractions of this vibrant and fascinating city.

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This 3-day Kyoto trip is an ideal addition to your Japan itinerary, taking in arguably the country’s most picturesque city.

Staying in Kyoto, you’ll enjoy amazing views over a region that comes alive with the colours of its changing seasons. It’s a magical backdrop for this special UNESCO World Heritage designated city, which contains 17 listed sites, plus a multitude of other important temples and shrines. You could easily spend weeks exploring them all, but an afternoon group tour of the highlights will get you off to a good start. This includes Heian Shrine, Sanjusangendo Temple and Kiyomizudera. Take the afternoon at your own pace to explore the rest of the city independently.

 

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Duration
3 Days
Prices:
On request

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Day 1

Osaka Itami Airport to Kyoto Hotel by Airport Bus with Meet and Greet

Duration1 Hour

Karasuma Kyoto Hotel

Meal Plan ROOM and ONLY
Duration2 Nights
Day 2

Private Full Day Spiritual Kyoto Tour

This morning experience the quintessential Japanese enlightenment experience - Zazen (Zen meditation). Your guide will meet you at your hotel this morning and take you to a Zen temple, where you can learn the basics of the same-seated meditation style that led the Buddha to Enlightenment! After Zazen, head to Chion-in Temple, the head temple of the Jodo (Pure Land) sect of Japanese Buddhism, which has millions of followers and is one the most popular Buddhist sects in Japan. The Sanmon Gate, Chion-in's main entrance gate is the largest wooden gate in Japan and dates back to the early 1600s. From Chion-in walk through Maruyama Park and Yasaka Shrine, one of Kyoto's most popular Shinto Shrines. Your spiritual day finishes with a Tea Ceremony in a Gion teahouse. Your Tea Master will give you a full explanation of Japanese tea as well as the tea ceremony itself, its long history and relationship with Zen Buddhism. The Master will also tell you the meaning behind each movement involved in the making and serving of the tea, as well as the equipment involved.

Duration9 Hours
Day 3

Kyoto Hotel to Osaka Kansai Airport by Airport Bus

Duration2 Hours

Other Information

DEPARTURES:

Daily except Feb 16, Dec 31 & Jan 1

PRICE INCLUDES:

  • Shared arrival and departure airport transfers
  • 2 nights moderate accommodations in Kyoto
  • Shared Afternoon Half Day Kyoto group tour (Max 50 guests)
  • Breakfast daily (excluding day 1)

PRICE EXCLUDES:

  • Travel insurance
  • International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Visa fees if applicable
  • Meals and beverages not mentioned
  • Gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.

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28 Aug 2023

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