Top picks for Kyoto Day tours
Discover 587 Day tours in Kyoto on Trip.com, updated 27 October 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 12 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From €18.93 per person, with an average total of €42.96. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 8.502k verified reviews, Day tours Kyoto boast an average rating of 4.7.
This week's most popular Day tours: "Kyoto and Nara Day Tour │ Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine + Nara Park", with 1.777k reviews and a 4.9 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "Kyoto Day Tour: Arashiyama + Sanzen-in + Kifune Shrine (Departure from Osaka or Kyoto | Optional Hotel Pickup / Small Group with Sagano Romantic Train)", a 9-hour adventure in Kyoto!
The next available day tour departs on 28 October 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Kyoto Day tours usually take about 9 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
100% of Kyoto Day tours now offer English-speaking guides
October is the perfect time to visit Kyoto! Choose from 587 available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Kyoto and Nara Day Tour │ Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine + Nara Park.
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4.9/5· 458 reviews· 4.2k bookedFree cancellation46 consecutive positive reviewsFrom€38.62![[Small Group of 9] Kyoto Kifune Shrine + Arashiyama + Sanzenin Temple Day Trip](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352l12000ntvi1cm6B01_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.Select4.9/5· 270 reviews· 3.2k bookedFree cancellation97% of travelers recommend8% offLimited-time saleFrom€43.74€47.55![Kyoto, Japan: Kifune Shrine + Arashiyama + Bamboo Grove Day Trip [Small Group of 9]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352n12000tupteaoEA34_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
5.0/5· 9 reviews· 97 bookedFree cancellationBook now for tomorrow56 travellers saved10% offLimited-time saleFrom€40.30€44.78![[Can be departed from Kyoto or Osaka] A day trip to Amanohashidate in Kyoto, Chion-ji Temple, and Ine Funaya.](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0350s12000sbchqup02A9_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.Select4.8/5· 614 reviews· 4.9k bookedFree cancellationInstant confirmation97.6% of travelers recommend14% offLimited-time saleFrom€45.97€53.46![[Sea of Kyoto 1-day tour] Amanohashidate + Ine no Funaya + Kayabuki no Sato in Miyama + Chionji Temple](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351e12000siwrdsrF2AD_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.Select4.9/5· 35 reviews· 294 bookedFree cancellationInstant confirmation35 consecutive positive reviews10% offLimited-time saleFrom€45.97€51.08
Trip.Select4.8/5· 534 reviews· 1.1k bookedFree cancellationInstant confirmation97.4% of travelers recommend10% offLimited-time saleFrom€40.30€44.78
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4.9/5· 122 reviews· 442 bookedFree cancellation96.7% of travelers recommendFrom€48.00
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4.9/5· 56 reviews· 895 bookedFree cancellationInstant confirmation98.2% of travelers recommend50% offLimited-time saleFrom€40.86€81.73
4.9/5· 28 reviews· 367 bookedFree cancellationBook now for tomorrow84 travellers saved10% offLimited-time saleFrom€40.30€44.78
4.5/5· 29 reviews· 710 bookedFree cancellation21 bookings in 7 days50% offLimited-time saleFrom€28.38€56.76
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4.7/5· 35 reviews· 232 bookedFree cancellation91.4% of travelers recommend15% offLimited-time saleFrom€55.77€65.62
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Trip.Select4.6/5· 66 reviews· 307 bookedFree cancellation771 travellers saved8% offLimited-time saleFrom€41.18€44.77![Kyoto Amanohashidate + Ine Fishing Village 1-day tour [Includes Amanohashidate cable car ticket and Ine Bay sightseeing boat ticket]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0351u12000ok2ugg29289_C_568_320.png?_fr=wc)
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4.9/5· 1.8k reviews· 21.6k booked39 consecutive positive reviewsFrom€38.57![[Guaranteed Departure] Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha + Arashiyama + Kinkaku-ji + Nara Park 1-day Tour](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0353t12000trzoqyaBE96_C_568_320.png?_fr=wc)
4.6/5· 58 reviews· 402 booked93.1% of travelers recommend65% offLimited-time saleFrom€18.93€54.11
4.8/5· 857 reviews· 4.1k booked100 consecutive positive reviews14% offLimited-time saleFrom€40.43€47.02
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4.9/5· 39 reviews· 769 booked97.4% of travelers recommend65% offLimited-time saleFrom€18.93€54.11
4.8/5· 328 reviews· 3.2k booked45 consecutive positive reviews10% offLimited-time saleFrom€40.43€44.93
4.9/5· 134 reviews· 881 booked100 consecutive positive reviews10% offLimited-time saleFrom€40.43€44.93
Japan Nara Park & Kyoto ancient capital & Fushimi Inari Taisha 1-day tour, adorable deer interaction
4.7/5· 357 reviews· 3.6k booked93% of travelers recommend50% offLimited-time saleFrom€40.43€80.87![Japan Arashiyama + Kiyomizu-dera Temple + Fushimi Inari 1-day tour [Departure from Osaka Kyoto + Chinese and English guide]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0356812000tlnit03121C_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
4.5/5· 29 reviews· 44 booked260 travellers savedFrom€26.65
4.8/5· 798 reviews· 3.2k booked94.4% of travelers recommend8% offLimited-time saleFrom€42.61€46.32![[Osaka/Kyoto pick-up and drop-off] Kyoto Nara 1-day tour | Arashiyama & Nara & Fushimi Inari Taisha](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352y12000tup9fbv2047_C_568_320.png?_fr=wc)
4.7/5· 115 reviews· 1.1k booked96.5% of travelers recommendFrom€40.44
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Reviews: Kyoto Day Tour: Arashiyama + Sanzen-in + Kifune Shrine (Departure from Osaka or Kyoto | Optional Hotel Pickup / Small Group with Sagano Romantic Train)
Guest User2026-09-07
Having visited Kyoto several times, I finally realized I should explore more attractions instead of just stopping at Hanamikoji, Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi, Inari, and Nishiki Market. So, I joined a small day tour to see three places I'd never been before. Since many Kyoto attractions are scattered, it's really inconvenient to visit several places in one day without a car. Sanzen-in Temple, Kifune Shrine, and Arashiyama—if I had to choose, I'd visit Sanzen-in Temple multiple times; it's so beautiful! Of course, early September isn't peak autumn foliage season, so Arashiyama wasn't at its most beautiful. Personally, I felt that without the autumn leaves, the place resembled Anji or Tonglu in Zhejiang—green mountains, clear water, and bamboo forests, nothing particularly special.
The small tour departed from Osaka, which was especially convenient for us living in Kyoto, as we could sleep in a little longer, have breakfast, and wait for the tour bus to pick us up. The driver even arranged for me to be a tour guide on the spot, giving me tickets for the Sagano Scenic Railway and letting me lead nine people on a round-trip train journey and arrange seating. It was quite fun.★
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Reviews: [Small Group of 9] Kyoto Kifune Shrine + Arashiyama + Sanzenin Temple Day Trip
Guest User2026-07-18
The driver was so kind and helpful! We overslept, and he waited for us for a long time, picking us up directly from Osaka Station. The itinerary was great, though it would have been even better if we had more time to explore each place. Arashiyama was so beautiful, and it was a bit of a shame we didn't have enough time to ride the little train. We'll definitely go again next time.★
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Reviews: Kyoto, Japan: Kifune Shrine + Arashiyama + Bamboo Grove Day Trip [Small Group of 9]
Guest User2026-09-30
Today's tour was a great success. Our guide, Yasuo, arrived early at the Kyoto meeting point to wait for us. His time management and explanations of the sights were excellent throughout the tour; he was clearly an experienced and helpful guide.
We visited Sanzen-in Temple, Kifune Shrine, and Arashiyama. These are places that are very difficult to visit in one day without a tour, as they are quite far apart. Thankfully, we chose a group tour today, which allowed us to see them all. Overall, today's choice was perfect!★
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Reviews: [Can be departed from Kyoto or Osaka] A day trip to Amanohashidate in Kyoto, Chion-ji Temple, and Ine Funaya.
Guest User2026-10-14
The highway was closed. The whole journey took extra an hour! But it was smooth and the Chinese lady tour guide is very patience and polite! I have taken a lot of nice photo even though it was a raining day!★
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Reviews: [Sea of Kyoto 1-day tour] Amanohashidate + Ine no Funaya + Kayabuki no Sato in Miyama + Chionji Temple
Guest User2026-09-05
Our tour guide, Oscar, is young but experienced. He departs on time and provides engaging commentary in both Chinese and English throughout the day. He sends real-time information about attractions, meeting times, and parking locations to all tourists, making it easy for everyone to plan their visit. The itinerary is also well-balanced, making it a very worthwhile trip!★
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Reviews: Kyoto in a Day: The Ultimate Top 4 Highlights Tour (From Osaka/Kyoto)
Guest User2026-08-23
Oscar, our guide, was excellent in both English and Chinese, providing detailed explanations and taking care of everyone in the group! The overall itinerary was well-paced, with a well-planned route that made the trip enjoyable without being tiring. The guide led us through the interior and exterior of Nijo Castle. In Arashiyama, he guided us to the entrance of the bamboo grove; at Kinkaku-ji and Fushimi Inari, he led us to the entrance of the scenic area, explaining the route, time, and pick-up point. It was fantastic! Although we booked a 46-person group due to the heat, it was actually a small group with a guide and driver. Excellent value for money, great value for money, and very convenient to get on and off at Kyoto Station. Thank you! We also met another guide, Gao, plus a very knowledgeable international student! He helped take care of the Chinese-speaking tourists in the group and took photos for us. Thank you! My husband got along very well with him.