Amanohashidate and Ine Funaya Day Tour from Osaka and Kyoto
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About This Tour in Osaka
Why Visit Osaka?
Osaka, Japan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Osaka provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Osaka
The easiest way to reach Osaka is by flying into Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Itami Airport (ITM). The city has excellent public transportation systems, including trains, subways, and buses. Taxis are widely available, and the transportation infrastructure is efficient and reliable.
What's Included
- Vehicle fuel costs and highway tolls.
- Vehicle service charges listed in the itinerary.
- Driver and guide service fee
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Accommodation costs, meals, local self-paying projects
- Other personal consumption expenses
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The night before the tour, you will receive a departure reminder email in your mailbox, which contains the vehicle registration number, the contact information of the guide and the pick up time.
- One-day trip itinerary, it is not recommended to carry luggage, if you need to carry luggage, please register clearly when you book your order. 1 luggage is allowed per person. An extra 100 yuan per piece will be charged if you failed to make a note when booking your order or if it turns out more than 1 piece of luggage per guest.
- Foldable stroller can be carried, please be sure to inform customer service when placing an order, if not informed in advance, the driver has the right to refuse guest to board the bus.
- Once confirmed, the date cannot be changed, late or no-show will be non-refundable.
- During the trip, please carry your passport and valuables with you and keep them safe. If there is any loss, theft, damage, etc., you will be responsible for it yourself.
- This itinerary is a fixed itinerary for carpooling. Customers who are also participating in this itinerary must abide by the stay time at each attraction and follow the driver's arrangements. If you want to flexibly adjust your itinerary, please refer to our chartered tour service.
- Please note that if you fail to participate or cancel the trip due to personal problems, lateness, etc., no fees will be refunded.
- Traffic jams may occur on weekends and red days, so if you are worried about traffic jams, you can avoid joining the tour on weekends or red days.
- The arrival time of each trip may change due to traffic conditions, weather, festivals, and crowds on the day. If the trip is delayed or canceled due to the aforementioned or other force majeure factors, please forgive me and you will not be able to request a refund.
- Kindly understand that the above itinerary schedule may be adjusted according to weather, road conditions and other reasons.
- The remaining hours are allotted for the travel time and lunch time.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
One of the 'Three Views of Japan' - Amanohashidate Scenic09:50 AM Kyoto Station, Hachijo Exit - Tour Bus Parking Lot
End Point
09:50 AM Kyoto Station, Hachijo Exit - Tour Bus Parking Lot
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
One of the 'Three Views of Japan' - Amanohashidate Scenic Area (Approx 2 hours 30 minutes
One of the 'Three Views of Japan' - Amanohashidate Scenic Area (Approx. 2.5 hours, including lunch break, cost not included) Amanohashidate in Miyazu Bay on the Sea of Japan is one of the special scenic spots referred to as the 'Three Views of Japan,' alongside Matsushima in Mutsu and Miyajima in Aki. The sandbar stretches about 3.6 kilometers and is formed by coastal sedimentation, with around 8,000 pine trees present. White sandy beaches line both sides, creating a unique natural landscape. Its shape resembles a bridge extending towards the sky, hence its name 'Amanohashidate.' Positioned where the Asu Sea and Miyazu Bay of the Sea of Japan meet. There is an observation deck on Mount Monju from where Amanohashidate can be viewed. The mountain has a sightseeing car and amusement facilities that are suitable for all ages. (Cable car ticket cost: Amanohashidate Scenic Area Cable Car/Single Railcar Pass 850 Japanese Yen) There is no admission fee.
Chionji Temple - Bunshudo (Temple for Academic Prayers)... 30 minutes
Chionji Temple - Bunshudo (Temple for Academic Prayers) Chionji enshrines the Seishi Bodhisattva, the deity of wisdom, similar to the Chinese God of Culture. Chionji boasts the largest mountain gate in the Tango region. What makes it unique is the fan-shaped fortune papers. When hung upside down, the fan paper gradually transforms from narrow to wide, symbolizing progress. The nearby rotating bridge connects Amanohashidate and Bunshudo on land. It rotates 90 degrees to allow passage for large vessels (non-scheduled). (Free admission) Come and enjoy the beautiful sandbar at Amanohashidate beach. Amanohashidate's sandbar has white sandy beaches on both sides. The soft, fine sand provides a pleasant walk in the pine forests, admiring various types and shapes of pine trees.
Amanohashidate Onsen - Chie no Yu In front of... 30 minutes
Amanohashidate Onsen - Chie no Yu In front of JR Amanohashidate Station is the Amanohashidate Onsen, known for its natural hot spring water, which is believed to be good for the skin. If you're interested, you can try a soak. (Free outdoor foot bath with an entrance fee of 700 Japanese yen).
Ine Funaya - "Japan's Venice City" "Kyoto's Last... 1 hour
Ine Funaya - "Japan's Venice City" "Kyoto's Last Secret Place" (about an hour, a walk, or a ride, or feed the seagulls by boat,boat ticket expenses not included). [Ine Funaya] Rated as one of the 18 most beautiful villages in Japan by the Japanese, it has a unique water boat house building in Japan, and you can experience the original ecological scenery that is not available in tourist attractions.There are about 230 boat houses facing south along the coast of Ine Bay for 5 kilometers, and people still coexist with the sea in front of them. Boat tour You can take the cruise at your own expense. (Departs every hour and half hour, boat ticket expense excluded: adults JP 1000, children JP 500, seagull bait JP 100 per pack, If the sailing is cancelled due to wind and waves, it will become a free walk).） Cycling tour Egan provides free bicycles, making it convenient for guests to explore the village freely.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
