Itinerary Reference:

10:45 Nihonbashi Exit 2

11:55 Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit ‑ Tourist Bus Parking Lot in front of the station

12:40 Kinkaku‑ji Temple, 1 hour

14:10 Arashiyama area, 4 hours of free time. Suggested sightseeing route: Togetsu‑kyo Bridge → Tenryu‑ji Temple → Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Path (passing through) → Jojakko‑ji Temple → Saga Station (reference total walking time approx. 1 hour; sightseeing time for the following attractions is for reference only)

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Path

Tenryu‑ji Temple admission is at your own expense. Reference admission fee: Garden visit 500 yen, Dharma Hall "Cloud Dragon Painting" visit 500 yen (special autumn opening)

Jojakko‑ji Temple admission is at your own expense. Reference admission fee: 500 yen/person

17:00 Arashiyama Autumn Night Maple Train (Sagano Romantic Train), 30 minutes

*Includes the limited‑edition Sagano Romantic Train night maple viewing service (boarding time: Saga Station → Kameoka Station, Sagano No. 81, 17:10‑17:38. Please gather early at the guide's designated time) After arriving at Kameoka Station, please take the return bus approximately 10 minutes after exiting the station~

20:00 Dismiss at Kyoto Station Hachijo Exit ‑ Tourist Bus Parking Lot in front of the station

21:00 Dismiss at Osaka Kintetsu Nihonbashi Exit 2 area

*The above itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic or weather conditions, etc.

Tour Highlights

Departing from Osaka, this exclusive one‑day autumn tour! Admire the reflection of autumn leaves at Kinkaku‑ji Temple, ride the limited‑edition Sagano Romantic Train night illumination service, and explore the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove and Togetsu‑kyo Bridge. Admission tickets are all‑inclusive – depart now!

【Exclusive Night Maple Illumination Experience】Limited‑edition Sagano Romantic Train night service with guaranteed reserved seats

【World Heritage Kinkaku‑ji Temple】Stunning scenery of autumn leaves interwoven with the golden reliquary hall

【In‑depth Arashiyama Tour】Freely explore Togetsu‑kyo Bridge, Tenryu‑ji Temple, Bamboo Grove Path, and Jojakko‑ji Temple

The annual Kyoto autumn foliage event is here – miss it and you'll have to wait another whole year! All in one go: capture the classic maple scenery of Kinkaku‑ji Temple, Arashiyama's daytime sights, and the season‑limited Sagano Romantic Night Maple Train. Enjoy the magnificent maple forest views by day, and illuminated autumn leaves at night, fully experiencing the romance of Kyoto's autumn.

The first stop is Kinkaku‑ji Temple (Rokuon‑ji), a three‑story pavilion covered in brilliant gold leaf, standing quietly by the shores of Mirror Pond (Kyoko‑chi). The autumn wind turns the surrounding trees red, and the vibrant autumn leaves set off the golden pavilion's reflection. The shimmering water and maple colours blend together in elegant beauty – an absolute must‑visit spot for maple viewing in Kyoto.

Next, head to Arashiyama and stroll across the iconic Togetsu‑kyo Bridge, which spans the Katsura River. The mountain covered in autumn leaves is reflected on the river's surface – a picturesque view as you lean on the railing. Then visit Tenryu‑ji Temple, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, and admire the classic Sogenchi Garden, with autumn leaves surrounding the pond scenery, complemented by the majestic Cloud Dragon Painting in the Dharma Hall, full of Zen serenity. Then step into the world‑famous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove Path, where 500 metres of green bamboo stretch on, the rustling sound of wind through the bamboo grove is listed among Japan's 100 Soundscapes – experience the tranquillity.

Go deeper to Jojakko‑ji Temple at the foot of Mt. Ogura‑yama, away from the tourist crowds. Layers of maple forests surround the ancient temple in quiet serenity, perfect for slowly appreciating the natural autumn foliage scenery.

As the daytime scenery comes to an end, the biggest highlight of the tour arrives – the season‑limited Sagano Romantic Train Night Maple service (train ticket included)! After dark, the maple forest is illuminated, warm lights wash over the autumn leaves. Ride the retro carriage along the Katsura River as lights, maple trees, and flowing water weave together into a dreamy picture – an unparalleled night maple experience.

By day, feast your eyes on the maple charm of ancient temples; by night, immerse yourself in illuminated autumn leaves. This single tour combines Kyoto's classics with limited‑period experiences. The package ticket includes the Sagano Romantic Train ticket, saving you the hassle of queuing at the venue. 26 November to 30 November 2026 is the golden autumn foliage period – limited spots available, seize the brief autumn foliage season and book your dreamy Kyoto autumn journey!

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[Departing from Tokyo] 2026 Izu Shuzenji Autumn Foliage Hidden Gem & Fruit Picking at Fruit Park & Seasonal Autumn Lunch & Nijino Sato Maple Viewing One‑Day Tour

[Departing from Tokyo Ginza] 2026 Ibaraki Fukuroda Falls & Tsukimachi Falls & Hanuki Valley Maple Viewing One‑Day Tour (Minimum 20 pax)

[Departing from Shinjuku] 2026 Tokyo Gunma Season‑Limited One‑Day Tour: Summer Lavender/Autumn Maple Viewing & Luxurious Snow Crab Feast & Fruit Picking Experience & Kawagoe Old Town (Minimum 1 pax)

[Departing from Tokyo] 2026 Mt. Fuji Lake Yamanakako Cycling/Boat Ride & Oshino Hakkai & Kawaguchiko Oishi Park/Maple Corridor & Mt. Arakura Chureito Pagoda & Ladder Town One‑Day Tour

[Minimum 1 pax] 2026 Tohoku Aomori Oirase Gorge & Lake Towada & Hirosaki Park Maple Viewing One‑Day Tour (Early Bird Discount)

2026 Oirase Stream & Aomori Maple Viewing One‑Day Tour (Lunch Included)

[Departing from Sapporo] 2026 Jozankei Onsen & Hoheikyo Dam & Showa Shinzan Bear Park & Mt. Youtei Meisui Park Maple Viewing One‑Day Tour

2026 Jozankei Onsen & Yuni Garden Maple Leaves & Flower Viewing One‑Day Tour

2026 Hokkaido Maple Viewing: Lake Toya Jozankei Hot Spring & Mt. Youtei Meisui Park & Lake Toya Showa Shinzan Bear Park One‑Day Tour

[Departing from Nagoya] 2026 Central Japan Kokeizan Eihou‑ji Temple & Korankei Gorge Maple Viewing One‑Day Tour (Pink Shikizakura Cherry Blossoms + Mandarin‑Speaking Guide)

[Round trip from Nagoya] 2026 Kokeizan Eihou‑ji Temple & Shikizakura Cherry Blossoms & Korankei Gorge Maple Viewing & Gamagori Fruit Picking Experience & Toyokawa Inari Senkoku Stone & Mitsui Outlet Park Okazaki Shopping One‑Day Tour

2026 Nagoya Maple Viewing: Kokeizan Eihou‑ji Temple 700‑Year‑Old Ginkgo & Obara Cherry Blossom and Maple Coexistence Spectacle & Korankei Gorge Autumn Leaves One‑Day Tour

[Departing from Nagoya] 2026 Tateyama Kurobe & Kamikochi Autumn‑Limited Maple Viewing Two‑Day Tour (Guaranteed Transport Tickets and Mountain Access)

2026 Obara Shikizakura Cherry Blossom Festival & Korankei Gorge & Kokeizan Eihou‑ji Temple Maple Viewing One‑Day Tour

2026.11.14‑30 Kyoto Autumn‑Limited Maple Viewing One‑Day Tour: Kinkaku‑ji Temple & Arashiyama Night Maple Illumination & Sagano Romantic Train Experience (Tickets Included)

2026 Kyoto Dreamy Illumination Maple Viewing One‑Day Tour: Kinkaku‑ji Temple & Arashiyama (Including Night Maple Train ‑ Departing from Osaka/Kyoto)

[Departing from Osaka] 2026 Todai‑ji Temple & Nara Park & Tsubosaka‑dera Temple & World Heritage Mt. Yoshino Maple Viewing & Fruit Picking Experience One‑Day Tour (Autumn Limited)

[Autumn Limited] 2026 Kyushu Maple Viewing: Mt. Rai Sennyo‑ji Temple & Dazaifu & Daikozen‑ji Temple & Fukuoka Tower One‑Day Tour (Mandarin/English/Cantonese‑Speaking Guide)

[Departing from Shinjuku/Ueno/Tokyo/Ikebukuro/Shibuya] 2026 Oshino Hakkai & Kawaguchiko Maple Leaf Corridor & Arakura Sengen Park One‑Day Tour (Fried Beef Cutlet Set + Gift of a Bunch of Shine Muscat Grapes)

[Departing from Sapporo] 2026 Hokkaido Top 10 Maple Viewing Spots Two‑Day Tour (Kamui Kotan + Shikisai no Oka + Mt. Tokachi Bogakudai + Shirasu Falls + Aoiike Pond + Biei Shrine + Kurodake Ropeway + Galaxy & Shurikadaki Falls + Mikuni Pass + Naitah Kogen Ranch)

[Departing from Nagoya] 2026 Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route & Kamikochi & Six Types of Transport Experience & Hot Spring Accommodation Two‑Day Tour (Summer Cool Retreat/Autumn Maple Viewing)