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Kyoto Unveiled: A 6-Day Journey Through Time and Tradition

Cynthia “Cyn” Valeriano

Cynthia “Cyn” Valeriano

7 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating 6-day adventure through Kyoto, Japan's cultural gem. Immerse yourself in the rich history and enchanting beauty of this ancient city. Discover hidden temples, stroll through vibrant markets, and savor traditional tea ceremonies. Unveil the secrets of Kyoto, one day at a time.

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1Serenity and Golden Splendor
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$100

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$ 15

Kyoto Tower
Tower with an observation deck offering binoculars & touch-screen guides, plus a food court.
No time set
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$50
5 - 6 min

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Rengeō-in (Sanjūsangen-dō) Temple
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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$25
30 - 36 min

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Tenryu-ji
This venerable Zen temple at the foot of mountains features teahouses & serene, expansive gardens.
No time set
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$25
Day 2Tea Ceremonies and Sacred Shrines
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$171

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$ 8

Camellia (Camellia Tea Ceremony FLOWER)
Japanese tea ceremony experience in English!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
12 - 17 min

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Kiyomizu-dera
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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$50
32 - 39 min

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Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Shrine with 10th-century origins featuring annual festivals to mark natural & historical events.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
4 - 6 min

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とようけ茶屋
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$52
Day 3Imperial Grandeur and Culinary Delights
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$104

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$ 8

イーサン
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$40
8 - 12 min

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Kyoto Imperial Palace
Palace complex & former Imperial family residence reconstructed in 1855, with gardens & gates.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Nishiki Market
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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hale (hale -晴-)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$64
Day 4Castles and Spiritual Wonders
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$136

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$ 8

FORNI (フォルニ)
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
Nijō Castle
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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$40
19 - 23 min

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Kyoto Gion YASAKA SHRINE
This Shinto shrine was erected in 656 A.D. & is home to one of the most famous festivals in Japan.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Hachidaime Gihey (八代目儀兵衛 京都祇園店)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$60
Day 5Trains, Temples, and Hidden Treasures
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$175

清史
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$36
11 - 16 min

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Kyoto Railway Museum
Contemporary space with exhibits on the railway & an array of locomotives & trains on display.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
27 - 40 min

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Tō-ji Temple
Historic Buddhist temple with a 5-story wooden pagoda & sculptures of deities from the 8th century.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$25
14 - 21 min

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Ikariya Petit
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$64
Day 6Tranquility and Sacred Trails
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$121

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$ 8

鮎宗
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$44
6 - 9 min

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Byōdō-in Temple
Tours are offered of this iconic temple with a scenic pond & garden, plus a building with artifacts.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$25
32 - 39 min

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Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Inafuku (稲福)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$52

Budget breakdown: $852 In total

Activities & Food:$807
Transport:$45