7 Best Kibune Day Trips from Kyoto

Kibune pairs naturally with Sanzen-in in Ohara or a hike from Kurama, since they all lie in the hills north of the city. Driver-guide tours save you the slow buses between valleys, which are the real headache up here.

1.Kyoto Day Trip | Kifune Shrine & Arashiyama Bamboo Grove & Sanzen-in Temple | Stroll Through Kyoto | Guaranteed Departure for Groups of 4 (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)

Visit Sanzen-in, Kifune Shrine, and Arashiyama in one day with shared transport, flexible free time, and a steep shrine approach to plan for.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“Taking a guided one-day tour package is truly convenient. There were very few people on the bus today, so it was completely stress-free. The tour guide spoke Chinese, making communication completely effortless, and the tour guide was also very patient. We were originally running a…”

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2.Kyoto Small Group Day Tour: Kifune Shrine & Nanzen-ji Temple / Eikan-do Zenrin-ji & Sanzen-in & Eizan Electric Railway Experience (Departing from Osaka/Kyoto, Driver-Guide Service)

Visit Nanzen-ji, Sanzen-in and Kifune Shrine on a small-group Kyoto day tour with temple time, mountain scenery and an Eizan railway ride.

★ 4.8

“Our guide and driver, AIXIN, was wonderful and responded very promptly, which put us at ease. Her explanations for each attraction were excellent, and she was very willing to share her own experiences at each site and recommend suitable dishes! Thank you, AIXIN, for being…”

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3.1 Day Hiking Tour in the Mountains of Kyoto

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Kyoto's mountains with our exhilarating 1-day hiking tour. Uncover hidden trails and immerse yourself in nature's wonders. Click now!

★ 5.0

“Beautiful nature and temples and shrines ! Great tour and tour lady ! Make sure have a good health and energy for all the stair way .”

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4.Kyoto Arashiyama, Sanzen-in, and Kifune Shrine Day Tour (Driver-Guide Service)

Compare Kyoto’s mossy Sanzen-in, lantern-lit Kifune Shrine, and Arashiyama on a small-group drive, with practical timing, cost, and guide advice.

★ 4.2

“I specifically booked a day trip activity that was a bit further away, and our driver and guide, Zhao Wentai, thoughtfully communicated the meeting point. The schedule for the activities was well-arranged and appropriate. I highly recommend it.”

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5.Kyoto Sanzen-in, Kifune Shrine, and Arashiyama Small Group Day Tour (Driver-Guide Service)

Compare Kyoto’s Sanzen-in, Kifune Shrine, and Arashiyama day tour, with driver-guide service, rural scenery, practical tips, and honest value advice.

★ 4.5

“Our guide and driver, Xiao Le, was very kind and enthusiastic. The itinerary was a great value for the price. However, the time allocation could be adjusted a bit. It would be better to spend more time at the Third Ring Courtyard and less time…”

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7.Kyoto: Kifune Shrine and the Sacred Kifune Valley Day Trip

Discover the tranquil beauty of Kifune Valley with this guided day trip from Kyoto, combining scenic train rides, stunning nature, and sacred shrines.

★ 4.4

“I pretty much enjoyed half of the trip, the other half was canceled due to the miss leading which brought us to the wrong meeting point and wasted our time”

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