1-Day In-depth Tour of Kyoto Arashiyama Small Train Sanzenin: Sanqianyuan, Arashiyama, Osaka

08:40 Osaka
Osaka Start your beautiful journey today!
Meeting boarding and alighting package:
08:40 Nihonbashi Exit 2 (Namba Shinsaibashi area)
09:50 Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit-Sightseeing bus parking lot in front of the station
Hotel and B&B pick-up/drop-off/pick-up package: 07:30-08:30 Hotels/B&B within the Osaka Circle Line
    
We will welcome all distinguished guests. We will not wait for late arrivals, so it is recommended to wait at the meeting location 10 minutes before departure.
The pick-up order and time will be arranged by the driver based on the driving distance and other circumstances. Please understand and cooperate with each other and follow the driver's arrangements
10:30 Kyoto
Sanqianyuan(About 120 minutes, free to move around, including lunch time, please pay for yourself)
Sanqianyuan is located in Ohara, Luobei, Kyoto. It is one of the three temples of Tiantai Sect. Sanzen-in's vast temple has towering old trees, moss everywhere, gurgling streams, cherry blossoms in April, azaleas in May, hydrangea in July, and red leaves in autumn. The natural scenery is pleasing to the eye all year round. The two ponds designed by Kanamori Munakazu The spring-style gardens - "Jubi Garden" and "Youqing Garden" are the best places to enjoy the scenery of Sanqianyuan in all four seasons. The main wooden statue of Amitabha Buddha in the temple and the attendant statues on both sides are national important cultural properties. 
Food recommendations near Sanqianyuan:
Jingmei Chaya mainly provides: soba noodles, tofu dishes, creative dishes
Ippuku Chaya mainly provides: udon noodles, soba noodles, rice bowls
Lu Chuan TeahouseMainly provided: udon noodles, soup leaf dishes
Shino Matsumon mainly provides: Kyoto cuisine, tofu cuisine, soup leaf cuisine
13:30 Kyoto
Arashiyama(About 3 hours, free time)
The Arashiyama area consists of two areas, Arashiyama and Sagano. This area not only has rich cultural attractions, but also has natural scenery that changes with the seasons and retro trains. It is home to many ancient temples and shrines, and Tenryuji Temple is one of the world's most beautiful places. A heritage-level monument, there is a famous bamboo forest trail from Nonomiya Shrine to Okochi Sanso. As a holy place for cherry blossom and maple viewing, Arashiyama attracts a large number of tourists every spring and autumn.Tickets for the Sagano Train are often hard to come by, andIt is very quiet in winter and summer, suitable for travelers who like tranquility. The Arashiyama area has many long-established restaurants, Japanese confectionery shops, and cute grocery stores. You can also rent kimonos and rickshaws, making it a great place to slow down.
Recommended itinerary(Please bear your own expenses. It is recommended to choose one of the tours)
1) Sagano Train (recommended route: Sagano-Kameoka Station-Sagano)
Travel date: from March 1st to December 29th (January and February are winter maintenance periods, and the small train is suspended) Rest day: Wednesday
(Excludes train ticket fee, single shot required)
Cherry blossom season, maple leaf season (Arashiyama train, reservation date to be determined) 30 seats per class
2)  Sagano Bamboo Forest Trail
Sagano Bamboo Forest is located in Arashiyama. The bamboo forest trail is about 500 meters long. You can reach the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest by walking through Nonomiya Shrine and towards Okouchi Villa.
Walking through the bamboo forest, you can hear the natural sound of the wind blowing through the bamboo leaves. This sound has also been rated as one of Japan's 100 most worthy of preservation.
This is also the place where Ang Lee filmed "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon". The Tenryuji Temple in the trail has a very beautiful Japanese garden.
During the Arashiyama Lantern Festival every December, the bamboo forest and Togetsukyo Bridge are illuminated with dazzling lights, which is a unique sight in winter.
3) Arashiyama Station Foot Bath Hot SpringDeep in the HANNARI-HOKKORI Plaza, there is a Japanese-style footbath in Arashiden Arashiyama Station. The footbath is modeled after JR Kyushu Yufuin Station. You can buy seasonal desserts at the store next to it and enjoy it while enjoying it. Enjoy the footbath while tasting it. Let the water from Arashiyama Hot Spring completely eliminate your fatigue after walking. Address: 20-2, Saga Tenryuji-Zojicho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City (use fee 200 yen including towel) The use of footbath is self-service. First go to the station information center to buy a ticket, and also attach a towel to finish. Used for wiping feet. Please wash your feet before entering the bath. There is a washing area at the entrance.
16:30 Return
We happily ended the day's tour and started to return.The return time is for reference only. You may return earlier due to smooth itinerary, good road conditions, etc. on the day.
16:50 Kyoto
Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit - Sightseeing Bus Stop in Front of the Station
17:50 Osaka
Guests will either drop off at Nihonbashi Exit 2 area or end the tour at their hotel in Osaka city.
Guests who selected the hotel transfer package but choose to continue exploring on their own will end the tour on-site (this will be regarded as a voluntary waiver of the return transfer service, and the transfer fee is non-refundable).
Guests who selected the "meet-up/drop-off at meeting point" package will be dismissed at the drop-off location to end the tour.
Guests who booked the hotel or accommodation transfer package, please wait for the shuttle vehicle to arrive. You will be sent back to your hotel or accommodation to officially end the tour.
【Shinsaibashi】The most famous shopping street in Osaka, home to large department stores, major drugstore chains, long-established specialty shops, and small boutiques. It offers a wide range of products in various styles and price ranges. Popular character stores like Hello Kitty and Disney also have branches here. It's a favorite destination for beauty lovers, with numerous drugstores offering a wide selection of cosmetics and skincare products. Most stores have Chinese-speaking staff and accept UnionPay, making shopping convenient and enjoyable.
【Dotonbori】Known as the symbol of Osaka's gourmet culture, this bustling street is lively day and night. Considered the birthplace of Osaka's famous "kuidaore" (eat till you drop) culture, Dotonbori is packed with delicious street food such as takoyaki (octopus balls), okonomiyaki (savory pancakes), and Kinryu Ramen. You'll also find traditional izakayas and trendy restaurants, including the iconic Kani Doraku crab restaurant, a favorite among Chinese visitors.
 
 

* The above itinerary is for reference only. The specific attractions, tour sequence and time may be changed according to the situation on the day.
* Due to the high volume of tourism in Japan, traffic congestion is common on weekends and public holidays. Return trips are often delayed, sometimes by 2-3 hours. We recommend not scheduling other activities on the evening of your tour's conclusion, as it may interfere with the itinerary.

B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded