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Kyoto Unveiled: A Journey Through Ancient Marvels

Harshith Chennupati

Harshith Chennupati

14 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating 3-day adventure through Kyoto, Japan. Discover hidden treasures, immerse in rich history, and savor delectable delights. Join me as we explore temples, shrines, markets, and indulge in authentic local cuisine.

Trip to Kyoto

Day 1Secrets of Fushimi and Delights of Nishiki
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$398

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$ 14

伏見
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$70
8 - 11 min

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Tō-ji Temple
Historic Buddhist temple with a 5-story wooden pagoda & sculptures of deities from the 8th century.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$44
27 - 40 min

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Kyoto Railway Museum
Contemporary space with exhibits on the railway & an array of locomotives & trains on display.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$88
18 - 22 min

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hale (hale -晴-)
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$112
1 - 2 min

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Nishiki Market
400-year-old iconic market studded with stalls offering all manner of Japanese edibles.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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元蔵錦本店
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$84
Day 2Golden Splendor and Enchanting Geishas
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$455

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$ 40

ドミノ・ピザ西陣店
どのピザでも。1枚でも、何枚でも、お持ち帰り半額️ 国内デリバリーピザチェーン売上・店舗数No.1「HUNGRY TO BE BETTER - よくすることにハングリー」アツアツのおいしいピザはドミノ・ピザのネット注文が便利!
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$77
11 - 14 min

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Kinkaku-ji
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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$44
27 - 33 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.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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阿古屋茶屋
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$91
11 - 16 min

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Kiyomizu-dera
Iconic Buddhist temple on Mount Otowa known for the scenic views afforded from its sizable veranda.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$88
36 - 44 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.
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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$44
6 - 9 min

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地鶏家心
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$112
Day 3Imperial Grandeur and Mystical Torii Gates
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$350

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$ 27

イーサン
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$70
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
7 - 9 min

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Nijō Castle
Built in 1603, this cypress-wood castle with extensive gardens was a home for the shogun Ieyasu.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$70
21 - 26 min

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Inafuku (稲福)
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$112
2 - 3 min

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Fushimi Inari Taisha
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
4 - 5 min

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お食事処いなり
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$98

Budget breakdown: $1281 In total

Activities & Food:$1203
Transport:$79