Kyoto, the Ancient Capital
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Puerto
Kobe, Japón
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Nivel de actividad
Moderate
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Tipo de excursión
Local Sightseeing,All
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Accesible para personas en silla de ruedas
No
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A partir de
$239
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Edad mínima
Information Not Currently Available
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Duración
Approximately 9 Hours
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Comidas incluidas
Meals included
A city of profound history and rich tradition, Kyoto represents the soul of Japan. This must-see tour begins with a ride from Kobe to the ancient capital of Kyoto, then sets out to discover some of Japan's best-known sights.
An impressive starting point for the tour is the Kinkaku-ji Temple, originally built in 1397 as a retirement dwelling for Shogun Yoshimitsu, then reconstructed in 1955, faithful to the 14th-century design. Elaborate gold foil lends the structure an almost gaudy appearance and is appropriate for its name — the Golden Pavilion.
Next is the ostentatious 1603 Nijo Castle, complete with "nightingale" floors designed to squeak to warn the inhabitants of intruders.
Kyoto's 1,100th birthday was celebrated with the construction of the Heian Shrine. Surrounded by gardens, this two-thirds-scale model of the Heian Imperial Palace features a Chinese-style bridge. Finish up your visit to Kyoto with a stop, time permitting, at the Handicraft Center for some souvenir shopping.
Notes:
Wear comfortable walking shoes. You must remove your shoes at Nijo Castle; socks must be worn. Building maintenance is ongoing at Heian Shrine. The group may be split among multiple venues for lunch. Unfamiliar accents can be challenging; feel free to ask your guide to repeat or elaborate on information, and to speak more slowly so you can fully comprehend and converse. Tour sequence may vary.