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Kyoto Unveiled: A Journey Through Time

Nicole Grace

Nicole Grace

19 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating adventure through Kyoto's ancient wonders and immerse yourself in its rich cultural heritage. Discover majestic temples, vibrant markets, and iconic landmarks that will transport you to a bygone era. Join us as we unravel the secrets of Kyoto, one day at a time.

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1Sacred Trails and Serene Beauty
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$13

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$ 12

Santiago Guesthouse Kyoto

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Fushimi Inari Taisha
Mountainside Shinto shrine dating from 711 A.D. featuring a path with hundreds of traditional gates.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 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.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$13
Day 2Enchanting Temples and Breathtaking Views
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$38

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$ 8

Santiago Guesthouse Kyoto

Depart from your stay 🏨

28 - 34 min

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Higashiyama Jisho-ji
This 15th-century Zen temple features picturesque gardens & a sand mound shaped like Mount Fuji.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
18 - 22 min

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Kiyomizu-dera
Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
Day 3Zen Gardens and Imperial Grandeur
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$13

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$ 12

Santiago Guesthouse Kyoto

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Kennin-ji Temple
Historic, ornate Buddhist temple with a traditional Zen garden, tea ceremonies & colorful murals.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
29 - 35 min

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Kyoto Imperial Palace
Palace complex & former Imperial family residence reconstructed in 1855, with gardens & gates.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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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.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Golden Splendor and Spiritual Tranquility
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$25

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$ 8

Santiago Guesthouse Kyoto

Depart from your stay 🏨

44 - 53 min

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Kinkaku-ji
Historic, tranquil temple with a gold-leaf facade set amid landscaped gardens & a reflecting pond.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
39 - 47 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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$13
Day 5Architectural Marvels and Historic Treasures
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$45

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$ 15

Santiago Guesthouse Kyoto

Depart from your stay 🏨

16 - 20 min

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Tō-ji Temple
Historic Buddhist temple with a 5-story wooden pagoda & sculptures of deities from the 8th century.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$13
27 - 33 min

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Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
Shrine with 10th-century origins featuring annual festivals to mark natural & historical events.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$13
8 - 10 min

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Nijō Castle
Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$20

Budget breakdown: $185 In total

Activities & Food:$133
Transport:$53