Kyoto Shrine & Silence

Kyoto, Japan (6 nights)

Ancient temples, hidden geisha tea houses, and the scent of matcha.

Day 1 Arrival & Market Flavors

14:00 Graze through 'Kyoto's Kitchen' for fresh seafood and local pickles.
18:00 Walk the atmospheric narrow alleyways lined with traditional eateries.

Nishiki Market

★4.8(6821)

Graze through 'Kyoto's Kitchen' for fresh seafood and local pickles.

Pontocho Alley

★4.9(11558)

Free

Walk the atmospheric narrow alleyways lined with traditional eateries.

Day 2 Iconic Shrines & Gion Secrets

08:30 Hike through thousands of vibrant orange torii gates up the sacred mountain.
11:00 Witness the awe-inspiring hall of 1,001 life-sized golden statues.
16:00 Uncover the history and mystery of the geisha world in the old district.

Fushimi Inari Shrine (Fushimi Inari Taisha)

★4.9(33223)

Hike through thousands of vibrant orange torii gates up the sacred mountain.

Sanjusangen-do Temple

★4.9(16933)

Witness the aweinspiring hall of 1,001 lifesized golden statues.

Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of Geisha

★4.8(1503)

25 USD

Duration: 2h

Uncover the history and mystery of the geisha world in the old district.

Day 3 Arashiyama's Bamboo & Zen

09:00 Explore the famous bamboo grove and hidden gardens with a local guide.
13:00 Step inside a prestigious Zen temple with a stunning landscape garden.
14:30 Take in the views from the iconic bridge spanning the Katsura River.

Kyoto Arashiyama Walking Tour: Bamboo, Monkeys, Gardens & Secrets

★5.0(1275)

65.57 USD

Duration: 5h

Explore the famous bamboo grove and hidden gardens with a local guide.

Day 4 Gold Pavilions & Ramen Masters

09:00 Gaze at the reflection of the magnificent gold-leafed Zen temple.
10:30 Contemplate the meaning of the world's most famous rock garden.
13:30 Walk the 'nightingale floors' of the Shogun's former residence.
17:00 Learn the secrets of making authentic ramen from scratch.

Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion)

★4.9(29633)

Gaze at the reflection of the magnificent goldleafed Zen temple.

Ryoan-ji Temple & Garden

★4.9(3565)

Contemplate the meaning of the world's most famous rock garden.

Nijo-jo Castle

★4.8(20485)

Walk the 'nightingale floors' of the Shogun's former residence.

Ramen Cooking Class at Ramen Factory in Kyoto

★5.0(1972)

130.48 USD

Duration: 1h 30m

Learn the secrets of making authentic ramen from scratch.

Day 5 A Day in Nara

09:00 Visit the Great Buddha and feed the friendly deer in Nara Park.

From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day Tour

★4.8(187)

60 USD

Duration: 9h

Visit the Great Buddha and feed the friendly deer in Nara Park.

Day 6 Silver Pavilions & Gion Delights

09:30 Find tranquility at the Silver Pavilion and its exquisite sand garden.
11:30 Stroll the preserved streets of Higashiyama for traditional crafts.
13:30 Marvel at the massive wooden stage with panoramic views of the city.
18:00 Indulge in 13 traditional dishes across the Gion district's best spots.