From Tokyo 1-Day Kyoto English-guided Tour by Bullet Train

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From Tokyo 1-Day Kyoto English-guided Tour by Bullet Train

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Ride the Shinkansen, Japan's famous bullet train, to Kyoto and experience the ancient capital's 1,200 years of rich history. Recommended for those who do not have much time but still want to see Kyoto. This bus tour includes return Shinkansen transport, afternoon sightseeing tour of Kyoto with a National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter, and lunch. The meeting location for this tour is at Tourist Information Centre Tokyo near Tokyo Station. This tour promotes Environment(Eco)-friendly efforts and Cross-cultural Understanding as stated under Sunrise Tours' Sustainable Development Goals.

Activity location

Tokyo Station
- 9
- 100-0005, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tokyo City i
- 2 7
- 100-7090, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan

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What's included, what's not

Lunch [2025] To request vegetarian meals, indicate in "Special requirements" when booking. No same-day changes allowed. [2026] Lunch will be updated to a vegetarian-friendly Western-style set menu.
National Government Licensed English Guide Interpreter
Return bullet train fare between Tokyo and Kyoto
Afternoon sightseeing tour of Kyoto
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Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transport options are available nearby
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If the tour is cancelled, customers will be notified by the conducting company or their travel agent.
This is a special tour for international visitors. Please understand that residents of Japan cannot make bookings for this tour.
Train times may change due to timetable alterations or other reasons.
The order of activities and arrival times may differ depending on road conditions and congestion at destinations.
Seats may not be designated.
Children up to 5 years old may join free of charge, but will not be provided with bus and Shinkansen seats or lunch. If seats or lunch is required, please make a booking under the child rate.
[2025] Please make a request when booking if you prefer a vegetarian menu. Lunch will be a semi buffet. Only the main dish can be changed to a vegetarian dish. Same-day changes are not allowed.
[2026] Vegetarian-friendly Western-style set menu will be offered.
It will not be possible to bring large luggage whose total height, width, and length exceeds 160 cm onto Shinkansen. If bringing large luggage, please make use of a delivery service on your own.
Parental permission in writing is necessary for all tour participants under the age of eighteen. Any participant under the age of fifteen or not yet enrolled in middle school must be joined by a parent or guardian on the tour.
In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Tokyo Station

2h 20m
Admission ticket included

An English-speaking tour conductor will guide you to the Shinkansen at Tokyo Station from Tokyo City i. Guides and other staff do not ride on the Shinkansen with tour participants. Upon arrival at Kyoto Station, another English-speaking staff will guide you to the lunch venue.

Kyoto Station (Pass by)

An English-speaking staff will be waiting for you on the platform at Kyoto Station and escort you to the lunch venue, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free arrival experience.

Miyako Hotel Kyoto Hachijo

40m
Admission ticket included

Enjoy western-style lunch at a hotel. [2025] Lunch will be served as a semi-buffet. If you prefer a vegetarian menu, please make your request when booking. Only the main dish can be changed to a vegetarian option. [2026] Lunch will be updated to a vegetarian-friendly Western-style set menu. *Please note that requests for allergy-friendly meals, gluten-free meals, etc. or requests to remove or change ingredients due to personal preferences are not accepted.

JTB SUNRISE TOURS DESK KYOTO (Pass by)

After lunch, an English-speaking staff member will escort you to the JTB Sunrise Tours Desk at Kyoto Avanti. There, you may meet fellow travellers from other tours. Once everyone has gathered, you will board the tour bus together, marking the start of your journey.

Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine

Fushimi Inari Taisha is the head shrine of some 40,000 inari-jinja shrines located all over Japan. The bright red Senbon Torii gates are a must-see attraction. Participants will walk from the car park to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, about 15 min walk each way.

Sanjusangendo Temple

30m
Admission ticket included

Visit the world's longest wooden structure, housing 1,001 life-size statues of Buddhist Kannon deities dating back to the 13th century.

Kiyomizu-dera Temple

1h 10m
Admission ticket included

The view of Kyoto from the World Heritage Site of Kiyomizu-dera is superb. The historic shopping lane that leads to the temple adds to a wonderful experience.

Tokyo Station

2h 20m
Admission ticket included

Depart from Kyoto Station to Tokyo by Nozomi Shinkansen. Tour ends at Shin-Yokohama Station, Shinagawa Station, or Tokyo Station.

Location

Activity location

Tokyo Station
- 9
- 100-0005, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tokyo City i
- 2 7
- 100-7090, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan

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