Koyasan Day Trip by Private Car from Osaka

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Koyasan Day Trip by Private Car from Osaka

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Discover the spiritual heart of Japan on this private day tour to Koyasan, a UNESCO World Heritage site. With a dedicated English-speaking guide and private chauffeur, delve into the rich history of Buddhism as you explore majestic temples, serene gardens, and sacred art. You'll gain exclusive access to hidden temples, witness the powerful Goma fire ritual, and savour a traditional Shojin Ryori meal. This immersive experience is perfect for couples, friends, or families seeking a meaningful cultural journey. Enjoy comfortable transport and all-inclusive pricing for a worry-free adventure.

Private vehicle with hotel pickup for a comfortable journey
Dedicated guide provides in-depth insights into Koyasan’s spiritual significance
Visit exclusive temples not usually open to the public
Enjoy a traditional vegan meal developed by Buddhist monks

Activity location

Katsuragi-cho
- Katsuragi-cho, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

McDonald's JR Osaka Station Sakurabashi Exit Restaurant
- １−1 B1 1
- 530-0001, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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Koyasan Day Trip by Private Car from Osaka

10h
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 08:00

Price details

£667.44 x 1 Adult£667.44

Total

Until Sun, 19 Oct

What's included, what's not

10-hour private car tour with licensed driver. －Visit all must-sees in Mt. Koya in one day.
10-hour with MagicalTrip certified guide
Lunch－ Traditional Buddhism vegan lunch is included.
Entrance fees included for Ganjo Daran, Kongo-buzi Temple, and Goma fire ceremony.
Tour photos will be shared via email after the tour.
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off: Send pick-up location at least 24 hours in advance.

Know before you book

Public transport options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A confirmation email will be sent immediately after booking.
This tour is suitable for most travellers.
Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking. Vegetarian and vegan options are available.
The guide's food and drinks are covered and do not require any additional payment from you.
The tour will proceed as scheduled, and refunds will not be provided for limited visibility due to weather. The itinerary may be adjusted or cancelled depending on weather or traffic conditions.
If shrines, temples, or other facilities are closed on the day of your tour, alternative locations will be visited instead. Cancellations or refunds will not be provided due to such changes.
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

Katsuragi-cho

Visit a local shrine with sacred waterfall It is located upstream in Higashidani, along the Anabushi River (Shijuhasse River). Its source lies in Mount Mikuni and Mount Shuku, where two steep valleys converge to form this waterfall. With a height of over 10 metres, it leaves a deep impression of majesty and mystery.

Mt. Koya

10m
Admission ticket included

As you ascend, your local guide will introduce you to the core beliefs of Japanese Buddhism and share the inspiring storey of Kukai—the visionary monk who established this sacred sanctuary over 1,200 years ago. Upon arrival, pause for a memorable photo at the impressive Daimon Gate, a powerful symbol marking your entrance into a deeply spiritual world.

Koyasan Danjo Garan

20m
Admission ticket included

Visit Danjyo Garan Temple At Danjo Garan, one of Koyasan’s most significant temple complexes, marvel at the striking pagodas, tranquil halls, and symbolic architecture that embodies the teachings of esoteric Buddhism. With your guide’s thoughtful explanations, you’ll begin to understand how Koyasan itself was designed as more than a religious site—it’s a living mandala, crafted to reflect a profound spiritual vision.

Kongobu-ji Temple

40m
Admission ticket included

Visit Kongo buzi Temple Your journey continues at Kongobu-ji, the main temple of the Shingon sect, home to Japan’s largest and most striking rock garden. Stroll through its hushed wooden corridors and take in the beautifully painted sliding doors that vividly depict the spiritual path of Kukai.

Koya-cho

Lunch (Traditional Buddhism Vegan Lunch) Afterwards, we will have a traditional Buddhist lunch called Shojin Ryori, a delicate and entirely plant-based meal once reserved for monks. Carefully crafted using fresh, seasonal ingredients, each dish is a celebration of balance and mindfulness—elegant, wholesome, and full of subtle flavours. It’s not just a meal, but an insight into the spiritual lifestyle that has been practised here for over a thousand years.

Shojoshin-in Temple

30m
Admission ticket included

Visit a hidden temple and touring inside Step inside a normally off-limits temple, opened exclusively for this experience. Guided by a resident monk—with your guide offering translation—you’ll explore rarely seen Buddhist icons, intricate mandala artworks, and the deeper spiritual meanings hidden within this sacred space.

Shojoshin-in Temple

30m
Admission ticket included

Join Buddhism purification fire ceremony called Goma Next, immerse yourself in the intensity of a Goma fire ritual—one of the most visually striking and spiritually charged rites in esoteric Buddhism. In front of the formidable figure of Fudo Myoo, flames leap skyward as monks chant sacred mantras and offer wooden prayer sticks into the fire. Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to write your own wish and watch it burn, symbolically releasing attachment and purifying the spirit.

Koyasan Okunoin

1h
Admission ticket included

Walk to Mount Koya's Okunoin Temple To conclude the day, take a walk through Okunoin, Japan’s most sacred cemetery. As you follow the lantern-lit path past moss-covered gravestones towards the resting place of Kukai himself, you’ll feel the deep stillness and spiritual power that define the very soul of Koyasan.

Location

Activity location

Katsuragi-cho
- Katsuragi-cho, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

McDonald's JR Osaka Station Sakurabashi Exit Restaurant
- １−1 B1 1
- 530-0001, Osaka, Osaka, Japan

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