Duration
Audio guide
Guided tour
Transfers available
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Travel from Kyoto Station on a sightseeing bus with all major transport arranged, so you can experience the Sagano train and river boat ride without separate bookings.
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Listen to multilingual audio guide commentary on the bus in English, Chinese, or Korean, and receive pre-arranged tickets for both the train and river cruise.
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Ride the Sagano Romantic Train through the Hozugawa Valley, where you can sit back and take photos of cherry blossoms and seasonal scenery along the tracks.
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Board a traditional riverboat in Kameoka and drift downstream to Arashiyama, passing forested riverbanks and enjoying changing views along the route.
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Spend free time in Arashiyama to walk through the district, visit nearby temples or shops, and use available discounts at selected attractions and local facilities.
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Round-trip transportation by Kyoto Sightseeing OKOSHI Bus
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Sagano Romantic Train ticket
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Hozugawa River boat ride ticket
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Audio guide on the bus (English, Chinese, and Korean)
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Free time to explore Arashiyama
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Discount coupons for selected attractions, shops, and activities in Arashiyama
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Lunch
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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Tour guide
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Entry tickets to temples, museums, and attractions in Arashiyama
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Personal expenses
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
What to bring
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Please bring your booking voucher and exchange it for a physical boarding ticket at the meeting point before departure.
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It is recommended to carry a raincoat, as the river boat ride operates outdoors and may be affected by weather conditions.
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Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking during your free time in Arashiyama.
Accessibility
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Passengers with disabilities must be accompanied by an eligible guardian or companion.
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Guide dogs are allowed on this tour.
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This experience may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility, as it includes boarding a train and a traditional riverboat and walking independently in Arashiyama.
Additional information
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Please arrive at the JR Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit OKOSHI Bus platform at least 20 minutes before departure to exchange your voucher for a boarding ticket.
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The total duration of the tour is approximately 7 hours, including transportation, train ride, river boat ride, and free time.
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This tour includes transportation by sightseeing bus, but there is no live tour guide. Multilingual audio guide support is available on the bus.
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Lunch is not included, and you can purchase meals during your free time in Arashiyama.
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The Hozugawa River boat ride may be suspended due to weather or river conditions. If this happens, the boat ride will be replaced with additional free time in Arashiyama.
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If the Sagano Romantic Train is suspended, the tour will also be cancelled.
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Participants must follow all safety instructions provided by staff during the train and boat ride.
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You will return to JR Kyoto Station at the end of the tour.
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The tour is operated by Keihan Bus Co., Ltd. using the Kyoto OKOSHI sightseeing bus.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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