Kyoto 10-Hour Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya Boat Houses Tour

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10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

Begin your journey with a pickup in Osaka and head straight to the meeting point to board the bus. Drive to Amanohashidate, a sandbar connecting both sides of Miyazu Bay. This scenic spot, meaning "Bridge to Heaven," is one of Japan's Three Views. Admire the pine-covered sandbar, take photos of the white sandy beaches, and enjoy views of the Aso Sea and the Sea of Japan.

Next, visit Chion-ji Temple at the southern end of the sandbar, dedicated to Manjushri, the god of wisdom. Walk through the ancient gate and see a fan-shaped poem symbolizing progress. Continue to Ine, a charming fishing village known for its boat houses. Explore the waterfront, take a boat ride if you like, and wander around the town to see shops and restaurants. Finally, return to the bus and head back to Osaka to end the day.

What's Included

Shared Transportation
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel, toll, and highway fees
Driver-guide service
Food and Drink
Other personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Amanohashidate View Land

    Discover Amanohashidate, one of Japan's "Three Scenic Views." Ascend to a viewpoint for a breathtaking perspective of this natural pine-covered sandbar, often resembling a "bridge to heaven." Enjoy the panoramic scenery and explore the observatory.

    3 hours 20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 2

    Visit Chion-ji Temple, dedicated to the Bodhisattva of wisdom, and witness the unique Revolving Bridge. This bridge rotates 90 degrees horizontally to allow boats to pass, offering a fascinating glimpse of engineering synchronized with nature.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Ine no Funaya

    Explore Ine, a charming fishing village nicknamed "Japan's Venice." Admire the unique "Funaya" boathouses built directly over the water. You can explore the village on foot, use a free bicycle, or take a scenic boat cruise around Ine Bay (optional, paid locally) to feed the seagulls and view the houses from the water.

    1 hour 40 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • ATTENTION! We will send you an email the day before your trip with details regarding the pick-up location, contact information of your guide, and the license plate number of the bus. Please remember to check your email to ensure you receive these important details.
  • Travel schedules may be subject to changes due to factors like daily traffic conditions, weather, holidays, or crowd levels. If delays or cancellations occur due to these or other uncontrollable factors, refunds cannot be requested.
  • During holidays, traffic congestion may extend the duration of the tour.
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