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Kobe (Kyoto), Japan
Moderate
Activity Level
No Minimum Age
Meal Included
10.0 hours
Nijo Castle: Experience the beauty of Kyoto on a narrated motorcoach journey to Nijo Castle. This remarkable castle, built in 1626 for Shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu, includes the Ninomaru Palace and its famous nightingale floors that safeguarded against intruders.
Golden Pavilion: Discover the Golden Pavilion, distinguished by its shimmering gold leaf on the upper two stories.
Heian Shrine: Savor a delicious western lunch at a local hotel before visiting the Heian Shrine. This Imperial Shinto shrine features one of the largest Torii gates in Japan.
Kyoto Handicraft Center: Head to the Kyoto Handicraft Center for an exciting opportunity to shop for local handicrafts. The tour concludes with a scenic drive back to your ship.
Accessibility: This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or for guests who require the use of a wheelchair.
Requirements & Restrictions: Photography and videography are prohibited inside Nijo Castle (Ninomaru Palace) and Heian Shrine. Shoes must be removed to enter Nijo Castle. At the Kyoto Handicraft Center, a passport is required for duty-free shopping.
What to Bring: Local currency for additional purchases.
Good to Know: The drive from Osaka to Kyoto takes about 90 minutes each way, with potential traffic delays. At Nijo Castle, only Ninomaru Palace is accessible; Honmaru Palace is not included. Expect around 40 minutes of walking at Kinkaku-ji Temple and Heian-jingu Shrine, including 30 steps at Kinkaku-ji. Total walking time will exceed 2.5 hours, involving some steps and shoe removal. Some areas may be closed for restoration, particularly at Heian Shrine, which is undergoing long-term work until 2030. The tour order may change due to traffic conditions.
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