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Kansai, Japan: KINTETSU Rail Pass 1 / 2 / 5-Day Standard + PLUS Version

Kansai, Japan: KINTETSU Rail Pass 1 / 2 / 5-Day Standard + PLUS Version

NZ$29
per adult
Kansai, Japan: KINTETSU Rail Pass 1 / 2 / 5-Day Standard + PLUS Version
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Ine Bay Day Tour

Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Ine Bay Day Tour (Kyoto/Osaka)

NZ$107
per adult
Amanohashidate & Ine Funaya & Ine Bay Day Tour (Kyoto/Osaka)
Wear a high-quality kimono, enjoy a tea ceremony experience in a small group, and hear fun travel stories from other travelers.

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

NZ$135
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine
Afternoon Kyoto Bike Tour: Bamboo Forest, Monkeys & Hidden Spots

Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys

NZ$191
per adult
Wild Kyoto: An Afternoon of Bikes, Bamboo & Monkeys
Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental

Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental

NZ$50
per adult
Kyoto Gion Kimono Rental
Kyoto Perfect Tour: 1day bus tour

Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

NZ$236
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience

NZ$62
per adult
Eikando Temple Kyoto Kimono Rental with Hair Styling Experience
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour

NZ$158
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Historical Nara & Kyoto Morning Bus Tour
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Tours & day trips

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Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

Perfect Kyoto 1Day Bus Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 181 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$214 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class with Engraving Option

Kyoto: Gion Chopsticks Making Class with Engraving Option

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 825 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$23 and current price is NZ$11 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Kyoto Tea Ceremony with Kimono near Imamiya Jinjya Shrine

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 400 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$170 and current price is NZ$152 per adult
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Shows & concerts

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Kyoto Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Geisha

Kyoto Sumo Entertainment Show with Chicken Hot Pot and Geisha

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 199 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$113 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Japan: Katsuo-ji, Atago Nenbutsu-ji & Arashiyama Hiking Tour

Japan: Katsuo-ji, Atago Nenbutsu-ji & Arashiyama Hiking Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
Price is NZ$103 per traveller
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A mountainous landscape with a lake, forested hills, and a clear blue sky.

Mount Hiei

8.4/10 (47 reviews)
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Mount Hiei during your trip to Otsu. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
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