Kyoto: A Journey Through Time and Tradition

Ignacio Espejo

21 Nov 2023

Embark on a captivating adventure through the ancient streets of Kyoto, where history and culture intertwine. Immerse yourself in the beauty of iconic temples, vibrant markets, and mouthwatering delicacies. Discover the essence of Japan in this enchanting city.

Trip to Kyoto

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Gilded Splendor and Culinary Delights

$112

$ 27

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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3 - 4 min

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Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

30 - 36 min

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400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

47 - 57 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

6 - 9 min

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Tours are offered of this iconic temple with a scenic pond & garden, plus a building with artifacts.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$13

39 - 47 min

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Large Buddhist temple established in 1236 on scenic grounds with gardens known for fall foliage.

No time set

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$13

13 - 16 min

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This iconic Buddhist temple is known for its 1,001 life-sized wooden statues of the goddess Kannon.

No time set

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$13

10 - 12 min

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Serene Buddhist temple complex with a 76m-long hall, one of the largest wood buildings in the world.

No time set

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$13

12 - 15 min

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Historic Buddhist temple with a 5-story wooden pagoda & sculptures of deities from the 8th century.

No time set

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$13

25 - 30 min

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Bustling pedestrian street on a hill lined with souvenir stalls & traditional Japanese architecture.

No time set

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Historic, ornate Buddhist temple with a traditional Zen garden, tea ceremonies & colorful murals.

No time set

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$13

Day 2Serenity Amidst Majestic Temples

$76

$ 8

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

4 - 5 min

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Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

35 - 42 min

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Palace complex & former Imperial family residence reconstructed in 1855, with gardens & gates.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$14

17 - 21 min

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Historic district with traditional buildings, kimono shops, restaurants & geisha.

No time set

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Popular green space with an outdoor music hall, bronze statues & colorful, seasonal cherry blossoms.

No time set

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Expansive 17th-century temple headquarters of Jodo Shu Buddhism with gardens, events & services.

No time set

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$13

12 - 17 min

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Picturesque 5-story Buddhist pagoda temple, offering sweeping views from the top.

No time set

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$13

Day 3From Castle Legends to Sacred Trails

$123

$ 19

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$20

21 - 26 min

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Contemporary space with exhibits on the railway & an array of locomotives & trains on display.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$25

27 - 33 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$16

2 - 3 min

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Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

28 - 34 min

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Classical theater where a wide variety of Japanese traditional performing arts can be appreciated.

No time set

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$25

19 - 23 min

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Ornate palace & residence for the Tokugawa shoguns, with screen paintings & traditional gardens.

No time set

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$13

20 - 24 min

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Viewing autumn leaves & spring cherry blossoms is popular at this ancient Buddhist temple.

No time set

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$13

Budget breakdown: $363 In total

Activities & Food:$311

Transport:$53